Lancaster, PA · Small Group Classes
Where the body
holds wisdom
Qigong, group sound meditation, and gong sessions, in groups of six or fewer.
Embodied Wisdom Institute is a small wellness studio in Lancaster, PA. We offer weekly Qigong classes, group sound meditation at three intensity levels, and private Vibrational Sound Therapy. Classes stay small on purpose (four people for Qigong, six for sound), so you get real attention, room to rest, and no pressure to keep up with anyone.
New Here?
Two easy ways to begin.
No experience needed for either one. Most people start with whichever practice they're curious about, then try the other.
Settle
Our gentlest sound session. Crystal bowls, chimes, and long, easy silences while you rest in a zero gravity chair. A good first sound bath, or a soft landing at the end of a long week.
Foundations of Qigong
Our weekly beginner friendly class with Jason, a certified Medical and Integral Qigong instructor. You'll practice alongside a small, welcoming group of regulars, and Jason offers a simpler option for every movement, so you never have to keep up.
Group Sound Meditation
Choose your intensity.
Vanessa leads every group sound session. Immerse and Resonate run 60 minutes, with a short check in, about 45 minutes of live sound, and a check out. Pick the level that fits how you're feeling that day.
Gentle
Settle
Crystal bowls, chimes, and long silences. Low volume, slow pace, and no gong. The easiest place to start.
Full Spectrum
Immerse
A full mix of bowls, chimes, and other resonant instruments, with a gong section woven in near the heart of the session.
Deep Release
Resonate
Gong only. Long, sustained tones, louder peaks, and vibration you feel through your whole body. Best after a few sound sessions.
Sensitive to sound? Settle is our gentlest, quietest session and a good place to start. You're always welcome to ask Vanessa about volume before booking Immerse or Resonate.
Weekly Qigong
Qigong, one step at a time.
Qigong (pronounced chee gong) is a Chinese practice of slow movement, steady breathing, and quiet attention. It's gentle enough for complete beginners and for people who find regular exercise too much, and it deepens with steady practice. Jason teaches groups of four or fewer, so he can adjust every movement to your body.
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Start here · All levels
Foundations of Qigong
$20 drop in on Tuesdays. Clear guidance, simple forms, and options for every body.
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Next · Continuing practice
Deepening Your Practice
$20 drop in on Wednesdays. Longer flowing sequences, healing sounds, and self massage.
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Go deeper · Seasonal
The Five Seasons
$85 per season. Saturday morning intensives you can join at any point in the year.
Once a month, Jason and Vanessa also lead Qigong & Sound, gentle movement followed by live sound ($30).
Signature Series · 2027
The Five Seasons
Five Saturday morning intensives with Jason, each built around a season from traditional Chinese medicine. Every session blends gentle movement, breath, traditional healing sounds, self massage, and quiet practice, and you leave with a short sequence to use at home.
Begin with any season, and come back for the next whenever you're ready.
$85 per season. Begin with any one.
Private Sessions · $100
Private sound, when it opens up.
Vanessa offers private sessions as pop up appointments throughout the month. Each one runs 60 minutes, with a check in, about 45 minutes of sound, and a check out.
Vibrational Sound Therapy: therapeutic grade singing bowls placed on and around your body while you rest, fully clothed.
Private Sound Session: bowls, gongs, and chimes, played just for you.
New openings are added to the schedule as they come up, so check back often, or join our newsletter to hear first.
Our Approach
Small rooms. Real attention.
You choose
Adjust a movement, rest, or sit something out at any point. Every practice here is an invitation, and you decide how to take it.
Your pace
No flexibility, experience, or particular mood required. Come curious, come tired, or come because something told you it was time.
Everyone welcome
An affirming space for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities and for every body. You belong here exactly as you arrive.
For Organizations & Teams
Bring Qigong or sound to your team.
We lead onsite and virtual sessions for workplaces, nonprofits, and community groups across Lancaster County and beyond, from a single team reset to a monthly series.
Questions
Before your first visit
Do I need any experience?
No. Every class is open to beginners. In Qigong, Jason offers simpler options for every movement, and in sound sessions there's nothing to do except rest.
What's the difference between Settle, Immerse, and Resonate?
They're three intensity levels. Settle is 30 minutes of bowls and chimes with no gong. Immerse mixes many instruments with a gong section in the middle. Resonate is gong only, with louder peaks and stronger vibration. If you're new to sound, start with Settle or Immerse.
How many people are in a class?
Qigong classes have four people or fewer, and group sound sessions have six or fewer. We keep groups small on purpose.
What should I wear or bring?
Wear comfortable clothes you can move and rest in. For sound sessions, we provide zero gravity chairs, blankets, and eye masks.
Is the space accessible?
Our space is on the second floor and is reachable by stairs only. If stairs are a concern, please contact us before booking so we can talk through options.
What if I can't make it?
All sales are final, but you're welcome to gift your spot to someone else. Email us before the start time with their name and email address. Read the full policy.
Where are you located?
2938 Columbia Ave, Suite 702, Lancaster, PA 17603, inside Manor West Commons.
Your body already knows the way home. We just help you listen.
Book a class, catch a private session when one opens, or send us a question.
Coming May 2027: our spring retreat. Details are on the way, so join the newsletter below to hear first.
Many doorways. One direction.
Whether you come for stillness, movement, community, or professional growth, every offering at Embodied Wisdom Institute is designed to help you return to yourself.
Rooted in the body.
Guided by wisdom.
At Embodied Wisdom Institute, we believe the body is not a problem to be solved. It is a source of intelligence, resilience, and healing that most of us have simply been taught to overlook.
Our practices are grounded in somatic awareness, nervous system science, and deep respect for each person’s pace and experience. We create space for people to slow down, listen inward, and deepen their connection with what already lives within them.
“Our goal is not to fix you, but to welcome you. Here, you are welcome to be fully yourself, explore your inner world, and deepen the connection to your wisdom within.”
Different pathways to the same destination — presence.
Your people carry more than their work.
We help them carry it better.
Burnout, chronic stress, and disconnection are costing organizations more than they realize in performance, retention, and culture. Embodied Wisdom Institute brings body-based wellness practices directly to your team.
From on-site sound meditation and Qigong sessions to customized workshops and ongoing programming, we partner with organizations that are ready to invest in sustainable human performance.
Explore Organizational Services- On-Site Wellness SessionsSound meditation and Qigong brought directly to your workplace, in-person or virtual.
- Team Retreats & WorkshopsCustomized half-day, full-day, or multi-day experiences for leadership teams and staff.
- Ongoing ProgrammingRecurring monthly or quarterly sessions that build a lasting practice instead of a one-time event.
Your body already knows the way home. We just help you listen.
Whether you’re seeking personal restoration, professional growth, or a wellness partner for your organization, we’re here. Let’s begin.
