Jennifer Lark Kent - Thai Yoga Massage

08/18/2026

You don’t need another date night. You need time to actually slow down and reconnect. 💛

This Sunday, trade the usual dinner, movie, or evening in front of the TV for four hours focused entirely on each other.

Join us for a relaxed, 4 hr hands-on Couples Thai Yoga Massage Workshop where you’ll learn simple massage techniques you can use to help each other unwind, relax, and feel cared for — not just for one evening, but at home whenever you need them.

No massage experience is needed. You’ll be guided through everything step by step.

📅 Sunday, August 23
🕟 4:30–8:30 pm
📍 Gratitude Hot Yoga, Salmon Arm
💲 $209 per couple (GST included)
❤️ Pre-registration is required

Ready for an evening that's really about the two of you?

To register, click the link below, scroll to the workshop, and select “Sign Up Now!”

👉 https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=789927&stype=-8&sView=day&sLoc=0

Prefer to register directly? You can also call or visit Gratitude Hot Yoga to preregister.

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👉 What can we expect from the workshop?

Expect an enjoyable, relaxed evening where you'll spend quality time together while learning practical massage techniques you can continue using long after the workshop ends.

You'll watch each technique demonstrated and then practice together with personal guidance. We'll explore massage for the head, hands, feet, and other areas based on the group's interests.

There will also be a short refreshment break during the evening.

👉 Do we need previous massage knowledge or experience?

Not at all!

This workshop is designed to be approachable for everyone. Whether you're completely new to massage or already have some experience, you'll be guided through each technique at a comfortable pace.

You don't need to be particularly flexible, either. The goal isn't to perform complicated techniques — it's to learn comfortable, practical ways of helping each other relax.

👉 What should we bring?

Wear comfortable clothing similar to what you might wear to the gym or a yoga class.

Please bring:
• A towel you can fold and kneel on
• A yoga mat, or use one provided by the studio
• Water bottles
• A light snack if you'd like one during the break

You may also want to bring a favourite blanket or pillow to make your evening a little more cozy.

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Four hours together. New skills you can take home. And a chance to slow down and simply enjoy taking care of each other. 💛

Sunday, August 23 at Gratitude Hot Yoga in Salmon Arm.

Be Moved. Be Still. Be well…Inclusive, compassionate , creative + bright spaces for all in the heart of the Shuswap. Heated + Non heated classes for the whole family. Join our community !

08/13/2026

Looking for a date idea beyond they typical dinner and a show? Perhaps you would like to deepen your connection with a new partner or spice it up with a long-time partner?

Join us for a 4-hour Couples Massage Workshop designed for partners who want to slow down, connect, and learn simple Thai Yoga Massage-inspired techniques you can continue to enjoy together after the workshop.

You and your partner will learn gentle massage techniques for the hands, feet, head, and neck while being guided through a calm, non sensual experience focused on relaxation, presence, and connection.

Sunday, August 23, 2026
4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Gratitude Hot Yoga
185 Hudson Ave NE, Salmon Arm

$209 per couple, GST included
Preregistration required.

Reserve your spot here => https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=789927&stype=-8&sView=day&sLoc=0

Prefer to register directly? You can also call or visit Gratitude Hot Yoga to preregister.

Be Moved. Be Still. Be well…Inclusive, compassionate , creative + bright spaces for all in the heart of the Shuswap. Heated + Non heated classes for the whole family. Join our community !

08/12/2026

Do we need previous massage knowledge or experience to be able to enjoy or get the most out of the 4-hour Couples Massage Workshop? Will this be a big class? And what if I am not comfortable preregistering online?

Whether you're completely new to massage or have some experience, we'll guide you through each technique at a comfortable pace. You'll watch each technique demonstrated, practice together with personal guidance, and learn massage for the head, hands, feet, and other areas based on the group's interests.

To keep the workshop feeling intimate and ensure every couple gets plenty of individual attention, we are limiting the size of the workshop to 10 couples.

If you prefer to register directly, you can also call or visit Gratitude Hot Yoga to preregister.

Please let me know if you have any other questions regarding the workshop!

08/10/2026

What can we expect from the workshop?

Expect an enjoyable, relaxed evening where you'll spend quality time together while learning practical massage techniques you can continue using long after the workshop ends.

You'll watch each technique demonstrated, practice together with personal guidance, and learn massage for the head, hands, feet, and other areas based on the group's interests. A short refreshment break is included.

******If you prefer not to register online, you can preregister by contacting or visiting the Gratitude Hot Yoga Studio.******

08/06/2026

MORE answers to questions you might have about the Couples Massage Workshop =>

Do we need to bring anything?

Ideally you want to dress in comfy clothes that you might wear to the gym or a yoga class as well as a towel you can fold and kneel on. Bring your own yoga mat or use the ones at the studio.

It can also be a nice idea to bring a favourite blanket or pillow to make the experience more cozy.

Make sure to bring your water bottles and perhaps a light snack for the break.

08/05/2026

Answers to questions you might have about the Couples Massage Workshop =>

1. Do we need previous massage knowledge or experience?

Not at all! Whether you're completely new to massage or have some experience, we'll guide you through each technique at a comfortable pace.

08/04/2026

When life gets busy, it's easy to drift into routines instead of making time for each other.

Reconnect through the power of touch.

Join us for a 4-hour hands-on workshop designed for couples who want to slow down, relax, and deepen their connection through simple, guided techniques you can continue using at home.

📅 Sunday, August 23
🕟 4:30–8:30 pm
📍 Gratitude Hot Yoga, Salmon Arm
💲 $209 per couple (GST included)

Pre-registration is required.

To register, click the link below, scroll to the workshop, and select "Sign Up Now!"
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Be Moved. Be Still. Be well…Inclusive, compassionate , creative + bright spaces for all in the heart of the Shuswap. Heated + Non heated classes for the whole family. Join our community !

07/02/2026

What if one of the greatest benefits of massage isn't just what happens to your muscles... but what happens in your nervous system?

For years, massage has often been explained in terms of "tight muscles" and "knots." While those can certainly play a role, research is helping us better understand that touch also has a profound influence on the brain and nervous system.

A calm, safe therapeutic environment, combined with skilled, intentional touch, can help shift the body from a state of stress and protection toward one of rest, recovery, and healing. When our nervous system feels safe, breathing often becomes easier, muscles begin to soften, movement can improve, and many people simply feel more like themselves again.

As a Thai Yoga Bodywork practitioner, this is one of the things I love most about my work. Every session is designed to create space for your body to unwind—not by forcing change, but by working with your nervous system and meeting you where you are.

If you're curious about the science behind this approach, the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada recently shared an excellent article exploring massage therapy through a neuroscience lens. It's an interesting read for anyone wanting to understand why therapeutic touch can have such a powerful effect.

📖 Read it here:
https://www.nhpcanada.org/NHPC-Blog/Massage-Therapy-Through-a-Neuroscience-Lens

Have you ever noticed feeling mentally calmer or sleeping better after a massage? I'd love to hear about your experience in the comments.

Explore massage therapy's relation to the nervous system and how therapeutic touch may influence the body's response to stress, pain, and recovery.

06/04/2026

You deserve a little relaxation! Join me at Mel's Pizza this Friday lunch time during this Farmer's Market for a free 5-min hand massage.

05/29/2026

Drop by Mel's Pizza today during the Farmer's Market to get a free seated 5-min hand massage.