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Karen in Rochester (Upstate New York), NY + Syracuse, USA

Yoga Therapist

I’m Karen, a state-licensed and nationally certified massage therapist as well as a certified yoga instructor and a personal trainer.

I have been a massage therapist for 20 years, and specialize in deep tissue. I have studied neuromuscular therapy and structural integration, which helps me address client pain, and I have an interest in orthopedic and medical massage. I also have studied chakra energy balancing, and I am a Reiki practitioner.

I am also a Kripalu-certified yoga instructor, and I teach adult, teen, and kid’s yoga classes. I pursue the yoga path as a way to stay grounded and strong to better serve my clients. I offer private yoga instruction for beginner and intermediate students; class styles range from gentle relaxation to challenging strength and balance work.

I served as the State Coordinator for the American Massage Therapy Association Massage Emergency Response Team (MERT) when I lived in Maryland, and I was privileged to be part of the team that was on site with the emergency responders at the Pentagon after 9-11.

If you are looking for a highly professional and skilled massage practitioner or yoga instructor to support you when you are in the Syracuse or Rochester areas, I’m your therapist!

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Shawn Richesin TOUR MANAGER - Kaleo
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Steve Vai Tour Manager Warren
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Victor Wooten PM/TM Jack T.
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Sid Wilson (Slipknot)
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Susan, Casting Crowns Tour Manager
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Brian Wolk
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Matthew - Production Coordinator (Lady Gaga)
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Chromeo Tour manager Ray
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Johnny - Bass Player (Trans-Siberian Orchestra)
“Lars (Stockholm Dotbot) took care of the band-members and left all in awe! He provided a table, towels etc which made it very easy to work with. Very on point and definitely made for an amazing show at night - thank you again! Romi (Prague Dotbot) came by, arrived early, was very well prepped (had her own table, scented candles, oils, towels) and had the brightest smile we'd seen in days! She took care of the band-members who all were left amazed and startled by her touch ;) Thanks Romana, def will hit you up next time round. Martijn Tour Manager - Ben Howard”
Martijn Tour Manager - Ben Howard
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Mystery Science Theater 3000 TM Lauren
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Christopher - Tour Manager (Bad Company)
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Clay - Tour Manager (Staind) and Guns n' Roses Monitor Engineer
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