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Events & Courses
Course:
Alchemy of Touch with Elizabeth Zenger, OR
| Dates | March 26th - March 29th, 2026 |
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| Hours | Thursday - Saturday, 9 AM - 5:30 PM Sunday, 9 AM - 1 PM |
| Instructor | Elizabeth Zenger, Ph.D., L.Ac.. |
| Location | Inner Works Acupuncture 811 NW 20th Ave., Suite 203 Portland, OR 97209 |
| Educational Credits | 25 CEUs |
| Prerequisites | Zero Balancing II |
| Price | $595 Super Saver (60-Day Advance) $695 Early Bird (30-Day Advance) $795 Regular Price |
| Super Saver | (60-day advance): $595 |
| Early | (30-day advance): $695 |
| Repeat the class | $350 |
Description:
Alchemy of Touch is an advanced class that expands on Core Zero Balancing principles and delves into working with amplified fields of vibration within the body. The course teaches you how to create fulcrums that work with these amplified fields. Alchemical principles, when used during a ZB session, can provide the client with a direct experience of the healing state. In addition to presenting new material, Alchemy of Touch enables you to deepen foundational Zero Balancing skills through refined practice of Core protocol fulcrums as well as ZB session exchanges.
You will learn:
- Alchemical principles and their applications during a Zero Balancing session
- The theory, purpose and therapeutic use of amplified fields of energy
- How to amplify vibration, both locally and throughout the entire body
- How to contain and establish energetic boundaries
- In-depth exploration of framing a Zero Balancing session and how to work with a client’s personal history • How to monitor shifts of consciousness and expanded states
- How to recognize working signs of amplified fields in your clients
Course:
Zero Balancing I with Elizabeth Zenger, OR
| Dates | April 30th - May 3rd, 2026 |
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| Hours | Thursday - Saturday, 9 AM - 5:30 PM Sunday, 9 AM - 1 PM |
| Instructor | Elizabeth Zenger, Ph.D., L.Ac.. |
| Location | Inner Works Acupuncture 811 NW 20th Ave., Suite 203 Portland, OR 97209 |
| Educational Credits | 25 CEUs |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Price | $595 Super Saver (Use code ZBHA200 by March 1) $695 Early Bird (Use code ZBHA100 by March 30) $795 Regular Price |
| Super Saver | (Use code ZBHA200 by March 1): $595 |
| Early | (Use code ZBHA100 by March 30): $695 |
| Repeat the class | (Use code ZBHARepeat if you are repeating ZB I AND you have taken another ZB class within the past five years): $350 |
Description:
Zero Balancing I is the first half of the Core Zero Balancing program and the first course of the Core Zero Balancing curriculum. ZB I introduces you to the technique, theory, touch skills and history of the art and science of Zero Balancing. In these hands-on workshops, you will learn how to perform Zero Balancing sessions and experience what it feels like to receive a Zero Balancing session.
The instructor will deliver clear presentations and demonstrations of Zero Balancing evaluations and techniques, along with a detailed study guide to inform your ongoing practice.
You will learn:
- A basic treatment protocol that addresses the whole body in about 30 minutes
- Theory and principles of ZB
- To distinguish body energy and body structure through touch
- The skill of using energy as a working tool
- The energetic anatomy of the skeleton
- The theory and application of Zero Balancing techniques called fulcrums
- How to give a ZB session that addresses the whole body
In order to register for this class, you will need to acknowledge that you have read and agree to the
ZBHA Health and Participation Policy and the
ZBHA Tuition & Refund Policies; as well as the
ZBHA Terms & Conditions.
Course:
Zero Balancing II with Elizabeth Zenger, OR
| Dates | October 29th - November 1st, 2026 |
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| Instructor | Elizabeth Zenger, Ph.D., L.Ac.. |
| Location | Inner Works Acupuncture 811 NW 20th Ave., Suite 203 Portland, OR 97209 |
| Educational Credits | 25 CEUs |
| Prerequisites | Zero Balancing I |
| Price | $595 Super Saver (Use Promo Code ZBHA200 by August 29) $695 Early Bird (Use Promo Code ZBHA100 by September 29) $795 Regular Price |
| Super Saver | (Use Promo Code ZBHA200 by August 29): $595 |
| Early | (Use Promo Code ZBHA100 by September 29): $695 |
| Repeat the class | (Use Promo Code ZBHARepeat if you have taken ZB II previously AND you have taken any other ZB class in the past five years.): $350 |
Description:
Zero Balancing II is the second half of the Core Zero Balancing program. In ZB II, you will refine your skills performing the fulcrums from ZB I while learning new fulcrums that will complete the Zero Balancing Core Protocol. You will expand your understanding of how and why Zero Balancing is so effective.
Note: ZB II is highly recommended for all ZB practitioners who have not taken a ZB course in a while as it includes the most up-to-date methods for performing Zero Balancing.
You will learn:
- A review of the basic ZB protocol with an emphasis on quality of touch, focus and positioning of the practitioner
- To deepen your understanding of ZB theory, principles and techniques
- Additional techniques and an expanded protocol to address more of the body
- New skills and coordination in handling energy and structure
- How to frame or set goals for a ZB session
- To advance your ability to work with expanded states of consciousness
- To give and receive constructive peer feedback
- To acquire experience in preparation for advanced study
In order to register for this class, you will need to acknowledge that you have read and agree to the
ZBHA Health and Participation Policy and the
ZBHA Tuition & Refund Policies.
Course:
Tai Chi for Older Adults Fall Prevention
| Dates | Mondays & Wednesdays |
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| Hours | 10:00 AM |
| Instructor | Michael Siegel |
| Location | Friendly House 1737 NW 26th St. Portland, OR, 97210 |
| Price | FREE |
Description:
This class was designed for active independent seniors who can walk without a cane for 15 minutes. It is a blend of slow-motion movements that improve balance, coordination, flexibility, and focus combined with physical therapy techniques of sensory awareness and integration, providing the student with the tools to navigate their environment with confidence and a feeling of empowerment. Michael Siegel has been teaching Tai Chi since 1980 with the permission of Master Kai Ying Tung and has been a physical therapist since 1963 with teaching experience in Australia, Japan, and Zambia.