Introduction to Esalen® Massage
Foundations of Touch, Flow, and Presence
with Whitney Bell & Mac Murphy
Sat, March 20 - Sun, March 21, 2027
Join us for a weekend immersion into the heart of Esalen® Massage, a bodywork approach renowned for its flowing, integrative strokes and the cultivation of deep presence. This introductory workshop invites you to explore the foundations of touch that nurtures, connects, and restores.
What You'll Learn:
Over the course of two days, we will:
Learn the signature long, unbroken strokes that invite the body to unwind and open to its natural rhythms.
Practice cultivating presence — slowing down, listening with the hands, and meeting each moment with curiosity and care.
Explore integration techniques that unify body, mind, and spirit, supporting a holistic experience for both giver and receiver.
Engage in movement, breath, and self-awareness practices to ground and center your own body as you work.
This is a therapeutic massage experience for beginners, healthcare professionals, and experienced Massage Therapists. Continuing education, credits can be obtained from taking this course.
Schedule
Saturday & Sunday
10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Lunch break
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
About Whitney Bell
Esalen® Massage Teacher | Somatic Bodywork Practitioner | Gestalt Facilitator
Whitney Bell is an Esalen® Massage teacher, somatic bodywork practitioner, and Gestalt facilitator with over 15 years of experience in the healing arts. Her practice integrates Esalen® Massage, Deep Bodywork®, CranioSacral Therapy, Gestalt Awareness Practice, and trauma-informed approaches. A former professional snowboarder and backcountry athlete, Whitney brings a deep understanding of movement, recovery, and the nervous system. Her teaching emphasizes mindful touch, embodied awareness, and intuitive connection with the body.
About Mac Murphy
Esalen® Massage Teacher | Deep Bodywork® Practitioner | Elemental Embodiment Guide
Mac Murphy is an Esalen® Massage teacher and bodywork practitioner with over 20 years of experience. Raised in Northern California with a four-generation family connection to Esalen Institute, his practice draws from Esalen® Massage, Deep Bodywork®, Qigong, Tai Chi, and Taoist philosophy. Through his approach, Elemental Embodiment, Mac integrates therapeutic touch, movement, and somatic awareness to support vitality and healing. His teaching emphasizes presence, curiosity, and a deeper connection with the body.
Tickets:
$450 early bird
$500 full rate
Terms: Please note that sales are final.
