Center for Health & Healing

Business Details

21 Years

experience

Your Ocean County Wellness Destination

Established in 2005, the Center for Health & Healing has become Ocean County's premier wellness destination, rooted in the belief that yoga should be accessible to all. With nearly two decades of experience, our certified instructors offer over 30 weekly yoga classes tailored to every skill level, from beginner-friendly sessions to advanced flows. Our team brings decades of expertise in yoga traditions, therapeutic bodywork, and holistic healing, ensuring a professional and inclusive environment.

As a Yoga Alliance Registered School, we uphold the highest educational standards, and our community focus has earned us recognition as a trusted wellness hub. We prioritize client satisfaction through personalized attention, maintaining a serene studio environment, and adhering to ethical practices in all our services.

Services

Vinyasa Yoga Hot Yoga Massage Therapy Teacher Training Yoga Workshops Retreat Programs Youth Yoga Chair Yoga Qi Gong Reiki Healing

Details

Year established: 2005

Highlights and features

Over 30 weekly yoga classes for all skill levels including hot yoga and specialized workshops
Certified instructors with decades of combined experience in multiple yoga traditions
Inclusive environment welcoming every body, age, and ability with adaptive instruction
Flexible scheduling with morning, evening, and weekend classes for busy lifestyles
Holistic wellness approach combining yoga, massage therapy, and energy healing services

Associations and certifications

Yoga Alliance

What people say

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Services

Vinyasa Yoga

Experience dynamic Vinyasa Yoga classes that synchronize breath with movement. Our sessions build strength and flexibility while fostering mindfulness. Instructors guide students through creative sequences that challenge all skill levels. Practice in a supportive environment designed to enhance physical and mental well-being through continuous flowing postures.

Hot Yoga

Practice in our infrared-heated studio with humidity for enhanced flexibility and detoxification. Hot Vinyasa Flow and Hot26 classes improve muscle elasticity while promoting cardiovascular health. The controlled environment allows deeper postures while maintaining safety through proper hydration and cooling techniques during practice sessions conducted by certified instructors.

Massage Therapy

Our licensed therapists provide therapeutic massage to relieve muscle tension and improve circulation. Techniques address chronic pain, stress reduction, and injury recovery. Sessions combine traditional methods with modern approaches to enhance physical wellness. Treatments promote better sleep patterns and create space for holistic healing in a calm, professional setting.

Yoga Teacher Training

Our Yoga Alliance registered school offers 200-hour and 300-hour training programs with comprehensive curriculum. Programs include anatomy studies, philosophy exploration, and teaching methodology. Practical experience begins immediately with mentorship from senior instructors. Graduates receive certification to teach while maintaining ethical standards in diverse yoga instruction environments.

Wellness Retreats

Annual retreats combine yoga, meditation, and cultural immersion in locations like Costa Rica. Packages include accommodations, guided practices, and adventure activities. Programs balance structured sessions with personal reflection time. Designed to renew physical health while cultivating mental clarity through carefully curated experiences in natural environments.

People

Lori Dunbar

Owner

Lori Dunbar took over ownership in July 2025 after finding renewed balance through yoga. With 15 years of global operations experience, she now focuses on expanding community wellness programs while maintaining the studio's core values of inclusivity and holistic healing.

Dawn Keen

Founder, Lead Instructor

Dawn Keen founded the center in 2005 with a nursing background and extensive yoga certifications. As ERYT-500 instructor, she continues teaching while mentoring new yoga professionals. Her compassionate approach emphasizes yoga as both physical practice and spiritual journey for all practitioners.

Jacki A

Yoga Instructor

Jacki obtained her 200-hour certification at the center and later completed 500-hour master training. With 12 years of personal practice experience, she creates welcoming classes that balance physical challenge with mindful breathing techniques for students of all experience levels.

Jessica R

Massage Therapist

Jessica combines yoga expertise with therapeutic massage to address physical tension. Her sessions focus on unlocking the body's natural healing potential through customized treatment plans. She believes in holistic wellness that integrates movement practices with targeted bodywork therapies.

Michael K

Qi Gong Instructor

Michael teaches Qi Gong and Reiki with over 35 years of leadership training experience. Certified in multiple energy healing forms including Wuji Hundun and Organ Cleansing Qigong, he brings a systematic approach to energy flow improvement and stress reduction techniques through mindful movement practices.

Questions

What yoga styles are offered at your studio?

We offer Vinyasa, Hot Yoga, Chair Yoga, Qi Gong, Hip Opener, Stretch & Strength, and Youth Yoga classes for all skill levels.

Do you offer yoga classes for beginners?

Yes, our Slow Flow, Gentle Yoga, and Chair Yoga classes are specifically designed for beginners and those needing extra support.

Are massage therapy sessions available for first-time visitors?

Yes, we welcome new clients for massage therapy with options ranging from 60 to 90-minute sessions performed by licensed therapists.

What wellness retreat options exist?

Our annual Costa Rica Yoga Retreat includes accommodations, daily yoga, guided meditation, and adventure excursions in a beachfront setting.

Do you provide yoga teacher training programs?

Yes, we offer Yoga Alliance certified 200-hour and 300-hour teacher training programs developed over 18 years of experience.

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Meg Lambros

Jan 11, 2022 Report

I haven't done yoga in a couple years and I thought it was time to get back in the saddle (I'm sharing this so you understand someone who's rusty can do the "Hot 26" class). I saw they had a hot yoga class on Sunday. I texted the number on their website to see if I could drop in. They were extremely quick to get back to me and more than happy to have me. When I got there Sunday morning, the woman at the front desk was very warm and kind.

The studio was extremely clean, the instructor made me feel welcomed and was very motivating, and the others attending the class didn't make me feel like an outsider even though they were way above my level of experience. I'm so glad went and will definitely be back.

Julie Ann Verbovsky

Dec 14, 2020 Report

The best yoga classes! Love coming here for a beautiful and calming experience. Can't beat the kindness and expertise of staff and guides. 100% recommend. See you at the studio!

Angel Lippincott

Apr 19, 2020 Report

Went to yoga on the beach today. It started raining but the instructor gave us the option to stop or continue. Several of us continued and it was great. Thank you so much for not throwing in the towel and letting us continue! I know I hate working in the rain so it might not have been fun for you ( not that you ever showed it and you kept the jokes flowing). Very enjoyable experience. Thanks again!

Justene Mooney

Jun 23, 2019 Report

I have been to alot of yoga places and there is something very special about this place. I love the options of the separate HOT yoga and the regular classes. They have two serperate rooms so there are multiple classes happening at the same time which gives you options LOTS of options. Thank you Dawn for having this calm space for all the people who love yoga to come to anytime we want and for what ever mood we are in at the time.