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  • Description: In this 17-minute video, music therapist Heather Woods, MA, MT-BC guides viewers in a body scan meditation with the presence of live music. Research shows that listening to live music during meditation may help focus an active mind, decrease heart rate, anxiety and pain, and guide you to a deeper relaxation.

  • Description: In this 13-minute video, music therapist Heather Woods, MA, MT-BC guides viewers in a diaphragmatic breathing exercise with the presence of live music. Diaphragmatic breathing is a deep breathing exercise that fully engages the diaphragm and increases the efficiency of the lungs. Research shows that diaphragmatic breathing may help reduce stress and increase relaxation.

  • Description: Ramel Rones, Tai Chi Master, demonstrates Qigong and Tai Chi techniques with a focus on the spine, which can be practiced sitting, standing, or lying down.

  • Description: Mind Body Studio Policies



    1. Starting April 28, 2025: Wearing a face mask at Dana-Farber is optional if you do not have cold or flu symptoms and you have not had a recent COVID-19 exposure.  Learn more about preparing for a visit to Dana-Farber.
    Use these directions to find us from the screening area on the first floor of Dana-Farber’s Yawkey Center for Cancer Care.

    2. Pre-registration on MyZakim is required and limited to 11 participants per class in order to ensure adequate physical spacing.

    Please register for class ahead of time on our online platform, MyZakim. You must have an account to register. Sign up for an account here if you don’t already have one and allow at least one business day for activation. Use the Class Schedule to search for and sign up for class!

    3. Please arrive no more than 10 minutes before class to allow time to sign in and set up. We allow late arrivals up to 10 minutes after the start of class. This policy is strict...

  • Hydration 101

    26 Jul, 2023
  • Description: In this 30-min class, you’ll incorporate core strength and stretch movements to improve your core stability and body wellness. Sessions involve a mix of yoga, barre, Pilates, and muscle conditioning with controlled breathing and alignment that builds strength and endurance. Props: core ball, block, strap, elastic band, blanket, yoga mat. Level : beginners welcome; all levels