This fall, Marlene Hudson will present two 14-hour live continuing education classes at The Center, Life in Balance, in Medford. Orientation to Reflexology will be held from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on October 3 and 4 and Orientation to Aromatherapy will be held from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on November 7 and 8.

The reflexology class is an introduction to understanding how the body is mirrored on the feet and how reflexology works in theory and practice. Topics include how to locate reflex points, terminology, definitions, holding and working techniques, benefits and its importance for stress-related disorders.

Orientation to Aromatherapy presents an overview of the past and present use of aromatherapy. Topics include distillation, oil quality and selection, safety, dilution, blending, as well as various personal uses and implementing aromatherapy into treatment sessions.

Both classes are an introduction and prerequisite for additional class offerings. Participants will receive a certificate of completion for 14 hours of the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork-approved live class instruction. 

Cost: Each class is $300. Location: 45 S. Main St. For more information, contact Hudson at 609-321-4843 or [email protected]. To register, contact The Center at 609-975-8379 or [email protected].