Upcoming Ortho-Bionomy® Courses
Ortho-Bionomy® The Extremities Part I: Lower Extremities
Saturday, January 17, 2026
9:00 AM 6:00 PM
Marilyn Pilates435 W Oak St Suite C Cottage Grove, WI 53527United States (map)
Course Description
Ortho-Bionomy Fundamentals: Extremities covers the history, philosophy and basic concepts of Ortho-Bionomy. In this class you will observe and practice specific techniques for releasing imbalances of the hip, leg, knee, ankle and foot. These techniques result in the release of pain and neuromuscular tension patterns, promoting expanded range of motion, increased circulation and a greater sense of well-being.
Ortho-Bionomy techniques are highly effective, easy to learn, easy on your body, and combine well with other bodywork and complimentary healing systems. You will discover ways to:
Help relieve pain gently, without causing pain
Work with common problems of the extremities
Release sensitive (trigger) points with little or no effort
Experience and understand the natural reflexes of the body
Develop your sensitivity to the subtle, structural changes that promote healing
This course is split over two dates. January 17 covers Lower Extremities. January 24 covers Upper Extremities.
Prerequisites
Open to all
Tuition
Tuition includes both January 17 and January 24 course dates.
$325 before January 5, 2026
$375 after January 5, 2026
Credits
In-person completion of this class provides 16 units of Phase Four instruction towards Ortho-Bionomy Training Programs and 16 NCBTMB CEs. Participants who attend both days of this class will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Information and Registration
Register online or contact Haley New
608.557.4643
haley@marilyncg.com
What others have said about this course
“This was an excellent learning experience and I know I will be able to incorporate this into my practice.”
“An invaluable experience!”
“Morel does a great job of relaying a lot of information in a short time in an enjoyable manner.”
Ortho-Bionomy® The Extremities Part II: Upper Extremities
Saturday, January 24, 2026
9:00 AM 6:00 PM
AmericInn101 West BroadwayMonona, WI, 53716United States (map)
Course Description
Ortho-Bionomy Fundamentals: Extremities covers the history, philosophy and basic concepts of Ortho-Bionomy. In this class you will observe and practice specific techniques for releasing imbalances of the shoulder girdle, arm, elbow, wrist and hand. These techniques result in the release of pain and neuromuscular tension patterns, promoting expanded range of motion, increased circulation and a greater sense of well-being.
Ortho-Bionomy techniques are highly effective, easy to learn, easy on your body, and combine well with other bodywork and complimentary healing systems. You will discover ways to:
Help relieve pain gently, without causing pain
Work with common problems of the extremities
Release sensitive (trigger) points with little or no effort
Experience and understand the natural reflexes of the body
Develop your sensitivity to the subtle, structural changes that promote healing
This course is split over two dates. January 17 covers Lower Extremities. January 24 covers Upper Extremities.
Prerequisites
Open to all
Tuition
Tuition includes both January 17 and January 24 course dates.
$325 before January 5, 2026
$375 after January 5, 2026
Credits
In-person completion of this class provides 16 units of Phase Four instruction towards Ortho-Bionomy Training Programs and 16 NCBTMB CEs. Participants who attend both days of this class will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Information and Registration
Register online or contact Haley New
608.557.4643
haley@marilyncg.com
What others have said about this course
“This was an excellent learning experience and I know I will be able to incorporate this into my practice.”
“An invaluable experience!”
“Morel does a great job of relaying a lot of information in a short time in an enjoyable manner.”
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Ortho-Bionomy mini workshop: Self Care with a Partner for the Upper Extremities
January 10, 2026
2-4pm
In this workshop, you will learn Ortho-Bionomy-based partner isometrics for the upper extremities. We will work with our shoulders, arms, elbows, wrists, hands and fingers. These exercises can be done standing, sitting or lying down — no special equipment is needed besides a chair. Please wear non-restrictive clothing and layers for your comfort.
This workshop is for everyone but was created especially for friends of Madison Circus Space. You can come with a partner or solo, as we’ll have many chances to practice with each other!
About the practitioners
Morel Stackhouse is a Registered Advanced Practitioner and Instructor with the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International®, and a Wisconsin licensed massage therapist/bodyworker. She began her study of Ortho-Bionomy in 1984 and was fortunate to have studied with Arthur Lincoln Pauls D.O., the system’s Founder. Morel has been teaching throughout the US since 1989 and maintains a private practice in Madison, WI. Find her at www.morelstackhouse.com.
Haley New has been teaching Pilates since 2014. Aligned with her core mission to help people, she began learning Ortho-Bionomy with Morel in 2020. She is currently an Ortho-Bionomy Associate and a Wisconsin licensed massage therapist/bodyworker. She teaches Pilates and practices therapeutic bodywork at Marilyn Pilates in Cottage Grove, WI. Find her at www.marilyncg.com.
In 2023, Morel and Haley began collaborating to bring Ortho-Bionomy to the Madison community and beyond, not just for professional bodyworkers but for everyone. Classes are offered on a regular basis. Follow them on Instagram @ortho_bionomy_madison
Registration & Payment
This workshop is offered on a sliding-scale basis. When registering, please pay what you can (suggested full price is $40, but no one will be turned away as long as space allows).
Register here.
Ortho-Bionomy® Exploration of Movement Patterns
Saturday, February, 21, 2026
Sunday, February 22, 2026
Ortho-Bionomy: Exploration of Movement Patterns adds depth and dimension to Phase Four Ortho-Bionomy, moving it from technique to art. In this class you will learn to observe and explore various patterns of movement throughout the body in skin, fascia, muscle, connective tissue, bone, nerves, and fluid. We will use movement as both a means of assessment and as a release technique. Bodies are designed to move - releasing them through the application of movement deepens the connection between form and function, integrates the releases with the rest of the system, and gives the body a deeply-felt experience of itself. These techniques form an excellent bridge from the physical to the energetic work of Ortho-Bionomy.
Tuition
$325 before January 23, 2026
$375 after January 23rd
Information
Haley New:
608-557-4643
haley@marilyncg.com
Morel: morel@morelstackhouse.com
Credits
In-person completion of this class provides 16 units of Exploration of Movement Patterns instruction towards Ortho-Bionomy Training Programs and 16 NCBTMB CEs. Participants who attend both days of this class will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Prerequisites
One Fundamentals or Phase Four class
Or by permission of the instructor
What others have said about this course
“This was simply a wonderful and amazing learning experience that opens up a whole new world of possibilities”
“I’m glad I have another tool for treatment which is effective and effortless.”
“I believe Morel has a great awareness and presence which takes it to a deep level quickly.”
Ortho-Bionomy® Fundamentals for Spine & Pelvis
March 7th and 14th, 2026.
This 16 hour, 2-day course covers the history, philosophy and basic concepts of Ortho-Bionomy.
In this class you will observe and practice specific techniques for releasing imbalances in the neck, thoracic spine and ribcage, lumbar spine, pelvic girdle and sacrum. These techniques result in the release of pain and neuromuscular tension patterns, promoting expanded range of motion, increased circulation and a greater sense of well-being.
Ortho-Bionomy techniques are highly effective, easy to learn, easy on your body, and combine well with other bodywork and complimentary healing systems. You will discover ways to:
Help relieve pain gently, without causing pain
Work with common problems such as whiplash injuries, low back pain, and sciatica
Release sensitive (trigger) points with little or no effort
Experience and understand the natural reflexes in the body
Develop your sensitivity to the subtle, structural changes that promote healing
Tuition
$325 before February 7, 2026
$375 after January 7th
Information
Haley New:
608-557-4643
haley@marilyncg.com
Morel: morel@morelstackhouse.com
Credits
Ortho-Bionomy Fundamentals: Spine & Pelvis is a foundation and prerequisite class for all further training in Ortho-Bionomy. Completion of this class provides 16 units of Phase Four instruction towards completion of the Ortho-Bionomy Registered Practitioner Training Program and 16 NCBTMB CEs. Participants who attend both days of this class will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Please refer to the Society of Ortho-Bionomy’s on-line class policy regarding credit for this class:
https://ortho-bionomy.org/aws/SOBI/asset_manager/get_file/605341?ver=6
What others have said about this course
What others have said about this course
“I can’t wait to incorporate what I’ve learned into my bodywork sessions”
“This will expand the effectiveness of my work.”
“A gifted instructor - Morel’s combination of simplicity, humor and patience were just what I needed.”