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We offer transformative retreats and classes at inspiring locations around the world, guided by our belief in the power of movement, sound, breath, and bodywork to create wellness, vibrance, and meaningful change. Through somatic practices, nature-based experiences, and personalized guidance, we help you reset, reconnect, and move forward; especially during your life's crossroads and transitions.

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  • An elderly woman is giving a massage to a young girl who is resting on a bed, with the woman showing a caring expression.

    Esalen® Massage and Energy Work

    April 6–10, 2026

    Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA

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  • A woman in a blue shirt is giving a massage or healing treatment to a person lying on a table, surrounded by a group of women watching attentively.

    Esalen® Massage 175-Hour Certification Training

    Phase 1 : June 8–23, 2026

    Phase 2 : November 1–13, 2026

    Chiang Mai Wellness, Chiang Mai, Thailand

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  • Two women, one with long hair and the other with short hair, practicing Reiki healing on a person lying down in a tropical, decorated setting.

    Esalen® Massage 100-Hour Training

    November 15 - 30, 2026

    Huts Rock, Ubud, Bali


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  • An elderly woman giving a massage to a young boy lying face down on a massage table in a large, open, thatched-roof room decorated with religious images and artwork, with several other people receiving massages in the background.

    Esalen® Massage 175-Hour Training

    February 13 - March 11, 2027

    Mimpi Resort Menjangan, Bali

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Learn About Ellen Watson.com
  • The logo of Esalen Institute with black background and white text.

    From the Esalen® Institute in Big Sur, California comes this unique form of massage and bodywork, famous for its soft touch, long flowing strokes and synchronicity with the receiver.

  • Illustration of two hands holding a red heart, with a glowing lotus flower in the background.

    Ellen Watson developed this multi-sensory practice through her time at the Esalen® Institute and in Bali, Indonesia. Touching Essence integrates massage, sound healing, aromatherapy, visualization and affirmation.

  • Logo for The Vibrance Collective with the words in a stylish font.

    Vibrance brings us back to our roots in community dancing and singing as a healing art through which we heal ourselves and those around us. Restoring both physical and mental well-being.

  • Text that reads 'Sew and Thrive' in elegant script font on a white background.

    Join Ellen for a program somewhere in the developing world, and become part of the team who serves a population of women. Various projects, all benefiting the First Nation peoples of a culture.

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