Resource Guide

A cupressure
Western Massage Therapies & Eastern Acupressure
Acupressure is like acupuncture but without the needles. Christopher Allan, R.M.T., blends acupressure and massage treatments for stress reduction and relief from muscle pain. Call for an appointment: 947-3399, e-mail chris@christopherallan.com or visit www.christopherallan.com.

Acupuncture
Ancient Arts Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
Katie McBrearty-Shields, M.S., L.Ac. offers natural alternatives for health care and emotional balance. Mention this ad for $25 off your initial visit. Located at 4005 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste. A-100: 502-4005.

ANTI-AGING
AOH - Austin Optimal Health
Tired of feeling tired? Having trouble losing weight? Lost your sex drive? Restore your hormones to their youthful level using only NATURAL HORMONES! All programs are directed by qualified Austin physicians. Located in north and south Austin: 358-1358 or e-mail aoptimalhealth@aol.com.

Bed & Breakfast
The Lazy Oak B&B
Located in a historic home minutes from downtown, the Lazy Oak offers quiet surroundings, luxurious amenities and a generous breakfast — perfect for both the business traveller and vacationer. Located at 211 W. Live Oak St.: 447-8873 or visit www.lazyoakbandb.com.

Boot Camp
Navy SEAL Conditioning Course
Started in August 1998, this course offers physical fitness and team-building to individuals and corporate Austin. Held at Zilker Park: 304-1793 or visit www.navysealconditioning.com.

Botox
Aesthetica MedSpa
Botox is a fast, safe, inexpensive solution to bothersome wrinkles. It works on crow’s feet, brow and forehead lines. Dr. David Sneed offers the popular wrinkle remedy at an extraordinary value of $9.80 per unit. Call for a free consultation. Located at 4534 Westgate Blvd., Ste. 202, 899-BODY (2639); and 9901 Capital of Texas Highway North, Ste. 230 (in Gateway Plaza), 345-BODY (2639), or visit www.aestheticamedspa.com.

Clinique Reneux — The Medical Spa of Dr. Joseph Feste
Botox is a highly effective, nonsurgical procedure that can dramatically reduce even your toughest wrinkle within seven days. It can be used between the eyebrows, on the forehead or crow’s feet where the muscles cause wrinkles. Located in Davenport Village at 3801 Capital of Texas Highway North, Ste. E-205. Call for a complimentary consultation: 328-1335 or visit www.cliniquereneux.com.

TOC Aesthetic Skin Care
We’re Austin’s leading botox treatment center. Enhance your results with microdermabrasion, collagen, permanent makeup, and facial spider vein reduction. Austin: 458-5953, ext. 27; Round Rock: 388-4032; or visit www.tocaustin.com.

Boxing
Bruce’s KO Boxing
We teach the art of boxing. In a friendly surrounding, you can release the day’s stress and get a great cardio workout, too! Located at 2110-C White Horse Trail: 407-9413 or visit www.bruceskoboxing.com.

Breast enhancement — Natural
Sherry Neyman, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Dr. Neyman, a board-certified OB/GYN, offers BRAVA, the only clinically proven system for nonsurgical, nonhormonal breast enhancement and shaping. Call for a free consultation in a comfortable, all-female environment: 519-5719 or visit www.brava.com.

Cellulite Treatments
Endermologie Clinic Of Austin
This highly trained technician has helped Austinites reduce the appearance of cellulite since 1998 and uses the latest equipment and technology. Located at 1000 Westbank Drive, Ste. 4B. Call for your complimentary consultation: 347-1212.

In Touch
Don’t be fooled by the imitators. We use only the genuine ES1 Endermologie machine and proven LPG techniques to achieve the smooth, beautiful appearance of a cellulite-free body. Call for your free consultation. Located at 3425 Bee Caves Road, Ste. A-1: 328-0333.

Chiropractic
Hogan Chiropractic
As spring approaches, it’s time to shed the layers, shed a few pounds and dig out the bathing suit. At Hogan Chiropractic, we offer nutritional counseling as well as chiropractic, massage and acupuncture. Located at 12400 West Highway 71, Ste. 240: 402-0440.

Peak Performance
Are you suffering from recent or past sports injuries? Neuromuscular re-education (NMR) can heal you. I also offer acupuncture, deep soft-tissue release and chiropractic. Come in today for a free NMR session. Centrally located at 3403 Glenview: 451-3257 or visit www.peakperformancechiro.com.

Collagen Injections
LazrSmooth Studio
This high-tech, relaxing, skin-care clinic provides microdermabrasion, permanent makeup, Belisle, Photo Rejuvenation facial, botox, collagen and EpiLight hair removal for both men and women. Located at 3801-B Bee Cave Road and Westbank Drive: 347-9794, visit www.lazrsmooth.com or www.botoxaustin.com.

Texas Oculoplastic Consultants
Now there’s a better way to plump your lips or fill in facial wrinkles. Unlike traditional bovine collagen, dermalogen is a natural collagen derived from human tissue. Located at 3705 Medical Parkway, Ste. 120: 458-2141 or visit www.tocaustin.com.

Community Center
Jewish Community Association
of Austin (JCAA)
Our organization brings recreation, education and social opportunities to families and individuals throughout the Austin community. Enjoy our fitness center; aerobic and fitness classes; outdoor, heated lap pool; jacuzzi and saunas; and childcare. Centrally located at 7300 Hart Lane: 735-8000.

Complimentary Health
Day Break Wellness, Inc.
Chronic illness, chronic pain, chronic stressful relationships? Get to the heart of the matter and change your life forever. Try our Heart-2-Heart Health Management Program or Life Management Program risk-free: 930-1738 or visit www.energy-medicine-4-health.com.metic surgery

Cosmetic Surgery
Texas Oculoplastic Consultants
We are an eye plastic-surgery practice specializing in laser skin-resurfacing, eyelid and brow lift, botox and clinical skin-care services. Located at 3705 Medical Parkway, Ste. 120: 458-2141.

Counseling
Marianne Sparrow, M.Ed., L.P.C.
I use tools such as dream-work and guided imagery to help clients discover causes of negative emotions and patterns of behavior that are in the way of their ability to lead more joyful lives: 454-7003 or 636-1474.

Custom Hats
Texas Hatters
Texas Hatters has been making hats the old way for three generations, with quality and service unlike any other hat shop you’ll find. Located in Buda at 15755 Interstate Highway 35 South: 312-0036 or visit www.TexasHatters.com.

Dance
Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Have fun and stay fit while gaining confidence and social ease through dance! Learn salsa, swing, ballroom, country western and more! Couples and singles are welcome. Your first lesson is complimentary. Located at 2700 W. Anderson Lane, Ste. 504: 454-7663 or visit www.texdance.com.

Broadway Dance & Fitness
This is Austin’s first facility for everything from jazz, Pilates, personal training and salsa for ages 3 to adult. Other classes include tap, ballet, musical theater, drill team, pre-k and combination classes. Your first class is free. Located at 1401 O’Reilly Court, off Highway 620: 266-DANCE (3262).

Dance International
Learn group and private instruction in ballroom, Latin, swing and salsa. Group classes are at The Hills Fitness Center. (No membership or partner is required.) Attend weekly practices, monthly dances, workshops, festivals and performances: 32-DANCE or visit www.dance-international.com.

Footworks Dance Center
We offer dance and fitness instruction with 30 classes weekly for adults and youth! Our location is 14,000 sq. ft., with three studios, a main ballroom, wood floors, seating, dressing rooms and an espresso/smoothie bar. Located in Oak Hill at 7017 W. Hwy. 71, Ste. 120: 288-9577 or visit www.footworksdance.com.

GoDance
We offer group classes and private lessons in salsa, swing, country western, ballroom, Latin and wedding dance. No partner is needed. We provide performances and instruction at parties and special events. Located at 9029 Research Blvd., Ste. 100: 339-9391 or visit www.godance.cc.

Healthy Dance With Leticia Rodriguez
Enjoy the conditioning techniques of ballet, jazz and modern dance in a low-impact format with introductory yoga. It’s a fun, energetic class in which women can rediscover the joy of dance. March classes are offered weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Located at Tapestry Dance Studios, 507B Pressler (off Fifth Street and Mopac Expressway): 940-2315.

Tapestry Dance Company
Austin’s own multiform dance company offers professional instruction for adults and children in tap, ballet and jazz, from beginning to advanced classes. Located at 507-B Pressler: 474-9846.

Dentistry
Glenda Smith, D.D.S.
We offer the most state-of-the-art method to whiten your smile — power bleaching. In just one appointment, transform your most powerful possession — your smile — into something to show the world! Located at 4112 Medical Parkway. Call for a complimentary cosmetic evaluation: 452-0888.

Westlake Hills Cosmetic Dentistry — Deano A. Sakos, D.D.S.
We offer cosmetic dentistry at the highest level. From professional whitening to porcelain veneers, we provide procedures that truly will enhance your smile and appearance. Located at 515 S. Capitol of Texas Highway, Ste. 220: 327-8645 or visit www.westlakesmiles.com.

Fitness
The Austin Martial Arts Academy
Our new 10-week ultimate body-shaping course combines fitness kickboxing, strength training and nutrition. Follow our workbook and get personal guidance from our professionally trained coaches. Increase endurance, tone muscles and lose weight. Located at 4615 Bee Cave Road: 327-2900 or visit www.austinmartialarts.com.

Castle Hill Specialized Fitness
Our new, fun, friendly, downtown gym features Austin’s top instructors. Our facility includes the best equipment, infrared saunas and an allergen-reducing air system. Join us for Pilates, personal training, massage, physical therapy and yoga. Located at 1122 North Lamar Blvd., Ste. B: 478-4567 or visit www.castlehillfitness.com.

Flomotion Classes
We use a water-filled tube to carry weight throughout our full range of movement. Other mind/body/spirit exercises are used, such as yoga and t’ai chi, to provide a cardio workout, stretch muscles and increase flexibility. Classes are taught at Clear Spring Studio, located at 3918-C Far West Blvd.: 848-1989 or visit www.clearspringstudio.com.

Hyde Park Gym
This 21-year-old, hard-core gym with a friendly atmosphere offers free weights, machines, cardio equipment and personal training for all levels from beginner to world-class with no waiting in line. Located at 4125 Guadalupe St.: 459-9174 or visit www.hydeparkgym.com.

Jazzercise
All ages can enjoy aerobic dance with 18 Austin locations to serve you! Have fun and feel great! Call (800) FIT-IS-IT.

Krav Maga
Enjoy adult fitness and self-defense classes at eight Austin locations! We offer morning and evening kickbox bag classes. For more information, call 441-KRAV or visit www.selfdefensetexas.com.

NiaSpace
NIA is fitness with purpose and soul. A barefoot blend of martial arts, dance and healing, NIA offers a variety of movement dynamics to explore and develop your whole being. Located at 3212 S. Congress Ave.: 443-3013 or visit www.niaspace.com.

Powerhouse Gym Austin
This is where people look forward to working out! We have the largest cycling program, VO2 Max testing, personal training, yoga, Pilates, salsa, Kickbox Xtreme classes and more — not just for members. Located at 907 W. Fifth St.: 474-1800 or visit www.PowerhouseGymAustin.com.

Fitness Assessment
MaxForce Fitness
My F.D.A.-registered medical fitness assessments are 100 percent interactive and accurately identify areas needing attention, measure improvement, or reaffirm that you’ve reached a desired fitness level. Profiles include easy-to-read data and instructions. Call Chase: 947-0410.

Fitness Partners
www.Fit4EachOther.com
Our online community is geared toward a healthy lifestyle. Find a sports partner, workout buddy, friendship or romance. Network in one of our exciting chat rooms to increase your circle of friends. Register for free at www.Fit4EachOther.com, or call 472-1838.

Flotation Therapy
Wellspring Health Alternative
Speed recovery from sports injuries, improve mental concentration, get creative insights, overcome addictions or just become profoundly relaxed. Scientific studies have shown that a flotation tank can do it all: 797-6536 or visit www.wellspring-health.com.

Food
Vermillion Valley Beef
Lean Piedmontese beef has no hormones/no antibiotics, is corn-finished, tender and lean, locally ranch-raised and individually processed: (915) 642-7390, local at 635-9348 or e-mail vermillionvalleybeef@yahoo.com.

Food Delivery
Schwan’s Home Delivery Of Fine Foods
Dinner is solved! Our meal solutions are convenient, delicious and ready when you are with a large, quality selection and free delivery that’s convenient to you: (888) SCHWANS or visit www.schwans.com.

Foot Specialist
Foot Associates of Central Texas
We are podiatric physicians who specialize in medical and surgical care of foot problems. Common conditions include bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, heel pain, orthotics, warts, ingrown nails, sports injuries and more: 733-8600 or visit www.whymyfoothurts.com.

Hair Removal
Clinique Reneux
With more than 20 years of laser experience, Dr. Feste offers the most effective technology available. The Nd:YAG laser is a noninvasive treatment that safely eliminates unwanted hair in seconds. Located in Davenport Village at 3801 Capital of Texas Highway North, Ste. E-205. Call for a complimentary consultation: 328-1335 or visit www.cliniquereneux.com.

LazrSmooth Studio
This high-tech, relaxing skin-care clinic provides microdermabrasion, permanent makeup, Belisle, Photo Rejuvenation facial, botox, collagen, and EpiLight hair removal for men and women. Located at 3801-B Bee Cave Road (corner of Bee Cave Road and Westbank Drive): 347-9794 or visit www.lazrsmooth.com.

Office of Dr. N.D. Moscoe
With a flash of light, rid yourself of unwanted hair from any area of the body. Located at 3705 Medical Parkway, Ste. 460: 459-4209 or 917-3125.

Health And wellness
The Herb Bar
We offer a wealth of solutions for what ails you — we are much more than herbs. Visit our magical apothecary, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located at 200 W. Mary St.: 444-6251 or visit www.theherbbar.com.

The Herb Nook
We were voted “Best Herbologist” of 2002 by austin FiT magazine readers! We’ve served Austin for 19+ years with herbs, vitamins, skin care, homeopathics, books, essential oils and personal lifestyle programs. Located at 5555 N. Lamar Blvd., Ste. C-125: 453-2247 or visit www.herbnook.com.

Hypnotherapy
Marianne Sparrow, M.Ed., L.P.C., Certified Hypnotherapist
Hypnosis is a therapeutic trance, much like deep relaxation, which allows the subconscious mind to accept suggestions to bring about positive changes in one’s life. I specialize in weight-loss, smoking cessation and stress management: 454-7003 or 636-1474.

Wellspring Health Alternative
If you are looking for a way to get beyond your cravings, hypnosis can help. It can create harmony between your desire to become physically fit and your desire to indulge your cravings. Call for a free consultation: 797-6536 or visit www.wellspring-health.com.

Ice Skating/Hockey
Chaparral Ice
Hockey, figure skating, broomball, public skating, private parties and more are offered for all ages and abilities. Located at 14200 N. Interstate Highway 35: 252-8500.

Interpretation Services
Inlingua
We specialize in language training, translation, interpretation and voice-over services. Our programs meet the objectives of the corporation and its clients ensuring maximum progress in minimal time. Located at 3818 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste. 300: 794-8789 or visit www.inlingua.com.

Invisalign
Dr. Kathleen McWhorter
“Does she or doesn’t she … wear braces?” That’s what they’ll ask when you let Invisalign do the work while you look your best. We want you to have a complimentary visit to see this innovative method. Located at 1500 W. 38th St.: 452-8800 or visit www.mcbraces.com.

Kayaking and Rowing
Texas Rowing Center
We offer rowing and kayaking classes and memberships. Our introduction to rowing course is free with purchase of a rowing membership for as low as $99! We’re open weekday mornings, evenings and all day on weekends. Located on the north shore of Town Lake, on the hike and bike trail, behind Austin High School: 467-7799.

Leg Veins
Dr. Richard J. Wiseman, M.D.
We offer laser leg-vein removal with the patented Cyro cooling device. All patients are treated by Dr. Wiseman. Located at 11615 Angus Road, Ste. 107: 345-8970, ext. 8.

Martial Arts
Austin Aikikai
Aikido is “the way of unity with the fundamental force of the universe.” Physical fitness and self-defense are the focus of Austin Aikikai’s classes in Aikido, Rinzai zen meditation and Shinkage Ryu sword techniques. Located at 7756 Northcross Blvd.: 795-8628 or visit www.austin aikikai.org.

Austin Martial Arts Academy
A.M.A.A. offers expert training for youths, teens and adults in Progressive Tang Soo Do, Relson Gracie Ji-Jitsu, realistic assault defense, fitness kickboxing, martial yoga and Kid-Safe: bully and stranger danger. Located at 4615 Bee Cave Road: 327-2900 or visit www.austinmartialarts.com.

Austin WingTsunO
This highly effective system of realistic personal defense and fitness for men, women and children improves balance, coordination, muscle tone, flexibility and self-confidence. See measurable progress as you learn to kick, punch, throw and grapple. Located in both North and South Austin: 707-2982 or visit www.austinwt.com.

The Center of Martial Arts
Adult and children’s classes in self-defense, Korean arts, kickboxing, Capoeira, Jeet Kune Do, Vale Tudo and Filipino and Indonesian martial arts. Study more than one martial art with an expert in each field: 339-8264 or visit www.centerofmartialarts.com.

Massage Therapy
Grateful Head
Visit our unique aromatherapy salon and massage shop. Treat yourself or someone else to an alchemist massage, which combines various massage modalities of tuina, shiatsu, reiki and aromatherapy. We also have an eclectic gift shop. Located at 1704 Evergreen Ave.: 443-3236.

In Touch
This is the place to relax and renew with European-style massage (including hot stone), advanced and Trager body work, skin care and Endermologie cellulite treatments. Our services makes the perfect gift. Located at 3425 Bee Caves Road, Ste. A-1: 328-0333.

The Lauterstein-Conway Massage School
We are the best massage school in Texas — offering up to 750 hours of training and nationally certified continuing education. Located at 4701-B Burnet Road: 374-9222 or visit www.tlcschool.com.

Machell Lewis, R.M.T.
Voted ‘Best Massage Therapist” of 2002 by austin FiT magazine readers! I have worked almost 20 years in a physical therapy office and am a registered massage therapist who makes house calls — by appointment only: 832-5090.

Mary Kathryn Lee, R.M.T.
Honor your life by making bodywork a priority! Keep your mind and body connected through massage therapy. Mention this ad to receive 10 percent off your first visit. Located at 5410 Joe Sayers: 451-6399.

Stress Express, Inc.
Feel good any time with no appointment needed and flexible hours, Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Our gift certificates make the perfect gift! Located at 8440 Burnet Road, Ste. 184, 1110-C, N. Interstate Highway 35 in Round Rock and 3267 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 115: 451-7873, 733-9180 or 328-8560.

Tension Tamers
We offer strong, nurturing massage for your sporting or social events. Soothe your aching muscles with Swedish, deep-tissue or sports massage. Individual appointments are available for deep-tissue or sports massage in our southwest studio: 657-3457 or e-mail TensionTamersMassage@yahoo.com.

A Touch of Heaven
Relax your body and calm your mind with Swedish massage, pregnancy massage, stress-reduction or on-site chair massage. Sunday appointments are available. Located in the Gallery of Salons in Northcross Mall: 423-1544.

Multisport Training
Adams Course Performance Training Complex
We provide cutting-edge training to help achieve your goals! We offer highly supervised, individualized, goal-oriented programs for all ages and genders ranging from athletes to those just maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Located at 507 Pressler: 347-7220 or visit www.TheAdamsCourse.com.

Ironsmith’s Tri-Fit Triathlon Training
Fine-tune your swimming, biking or running, complete your first triathlon or balance your fitness routine in personalized classes for all levels. Fees include access to our state-of-the-art fitness facilities throughout the course and the handbook. Preregistration is required: 454-4766 or visit www.fitnessdoctors.com.

Texas Iron Multisport Training
Our multisport training is for all levels, and includes on-going training; stroke and efficiency swim clinics; Capital of Texas and Danskin training; and more, all coached by professional triathletes Jamie Cleveland and Andrea Fisher. Try a program for free: 282-0401 or e-mail ironmanfishy@hotmail.com. www.mcbraces.com.

Natural Hormone Replacement
AOH - Austin Optimal Health Regain your youthful energy, strengthen your body and mind, and discover the joys of healthy aging. We use only NATURAL HORMONES prescribed by our physicians. See our full-page ad on page 6. Located in north and south Austin: 358-1358 or e-mail aoptimalhealth@aol.com.

Nutritional Products
Performance Edge Nutrition
Maximize workout recovery, increase energy levels and manage your weight with our full line of safe, proven products developed by the top human performance experts and nutritionists in the country. Located at 507 Pressler: 347-7220 or visit www.PerformanceEdge.tv.

Royal Tongan Limu Juice
Why are you swallowing five to 20 pills daily? This natural product is a whole food containing 77 minerals and nutrients in liquid form that would replace all of your vitamin pills and nutritional supplements: 577-2189 or visit www.limujuice.com/rna.

Orthodontics
Dr. Kathleen McWhorter
Afraid of orthodontists? Dr. Mac and her caring staff invite you to change your attitude. We offer expert orthodontic care and Invisalign (for those who want to keep their braces a secret). Located at 1500 W. 38th St. Make your complimentary appointment today: 452-8800 or visit www.mcbraces.com.

Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Capital Orthopaedics
Our physicians specialize in spinal surgery, sports medicine, occupational injuries, total joint replacements, as well as general and pediatric orthopaedic surgery. Our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing quality patient care. Located south at 4544 S. Lamar Blvd., 891-8500; or north at 12007 Technology Drive, 336-2355.

Outdoor Adventure
Far Flung Adventures
Join us for a variety of canoe and raft trips along the Rio Grande in Big Bend National Park. We’ve specialized in multiday adventures since 1974: (800) 839-7238 or visit www.farflung.com.

Outdoor Gear
REI
We offer quality camping, cycling, climbing and paddling gear and clothing for the outdoor enthusiast. Located at 9901 Capital of Texas Highway: 343-5550 or visit www.rei.com.

Personal Life Coaching
Rubato Coaching Co.
Improve your life, personally and professionally — starting today. Set and achieve meaningful goals and live according to your values. Call for your free half-hour introduction to how having a personal life mastery coach can benefit you: 496-1346 or e-mail rubato1@msn.com.

Personal Training
Cheryl Cheek - Personal Trainer
Strengthen mind, body and soul. Change your lifestyle, have more energy and relieve chronic pain and fatigue. I offer expertise in motivational workouts for specific needs. In-home training is available to accommodate all fitness levels: 694-0123.

Dave Goodin’s Professional Personal Training
The owner of Hyde Park Gym, with a master’s in physiology, and a first-place victory in Mr. Universe (’97), Mr. World (’98 and 2000) and Mr. International (’01), will train beginners and advanced students, male and female. Located at 4121 Guadalupe St. (in Hyde Park Gym): 626-5419.

Ironsmith — The Fitness Doctors
We offer precision training and instruction for sport-specialized exercise, health and rehab aftercare. Voted by austin FiT magazine readers as the “Best Personal Training Studio” for 2000, 2001 and 2002, and “Best Personal Trainer” for 2001 and 2002. Located at 1701 W. 35th St.: 454-4766 or visit www.fitnessdoctors.com.

New Horizons Wellness & Fitness
I offer personal training and corporate wellness so you can look and feel your best and enjoy life to the fullest. Call for your free initial consultation: 480-9240.

Pet Supplies / Grooming
Bark ‘N Purr Pet Center
This family owned business since 1955 provides health foods for your pet and all-breed grooming seven days a week. Located at 4604 Burnet Road: 452-3883 or visit www.barknpurr.com.

Physical Therapy/Rehab
Capital Physical Therapy
Our clinic provides a supportive, encouraging and fun atmosphere where we blend medical exercise and manual therapy to facilitate the quality and efficiency of your recovery during the rehabilitation process. Located south at 4544 S. Lamar Blvd., 891-6735; or north at 12007 Technology Drive, 336-7272.

Wellness Matters Physical Therapy
We offer expert orthopaedic physical therapy in a professional, relaxed atmosphere. An individual session with Cullen Tennison, M.S.P.T., can help you overcome injury, pain and functional limitations with manual therapy and specialized exercise. Located at 1701 West 35th Street: 275-0282.

Pilates
Ames Skyline Pilates Studio
Facilitate your total health and wellness by focusing on health- and skill-related physical fitness. Create a safe, refreshing mind/body workout that increases range of motion, strength, agility, flexibility and builds better bones. Located at 1301 W. 38th St., Ste. 707. Call Gary L. Ames: 577-6175.

Body Springs Studio
This authentic Pilates method lengthens and strengthens the muscles without stressing the joints. Our facility offers the finest in private, duet and group tower/mat classes. Vicki Hickerson and Greta Stoyer are certified through Romana Kryzanowska. Located at 3742 Far West Blvd., Ste. 110: 452-0115 or visit www.bodysprings.com.

Butera Chiropractic
Rehabilitate injuries, increase performance, or simply get in shape with our program of chiropractic, nutrition and rehabilitation, including Pilates. Enjoy private or group Pilates with professional dancers/trainers, Laura Cannon and Theresa Hardy. Located at 1803 West 35th St.: 323-6767 or visit www.drbutera.com.

Pilates 360
Certified instructors provide individualized programs to match your changing needs and skills. We offer private and semi-private training, mat and equipment classes designed to strengthen, lengthen and tone muscles. Located in Westlake, 3638 Bee Cave Road in the Five Star Shopping Center: 732-2002 or visit www.pilates360.com.

Vim Pilates Studio
Improve posture, strength, flexibility and reduce stress. It’s recommended for osteoporosis, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, back injuries, arthritis and more. We welcome physician referrals for rehab and postphysical therapy. We certify through the Physical Mind Institute. Located at 7612 Highway 71 in Oak Hill. Call for specific discounts: 301-9599 or visit www.vimpilates.com.

Professional Fitness & Instructor Training
A.C.E. Practical Master Trainer
The American Council on Exercise (A.C.E.) practical training program for group fitness instructors is now available at The Hills Fitness Center and prepares you to lead dynamic fitness classes. Instructors can earn $18 to $25 an hour. Call Catherine Robinson for details: 327-9877, ext. 303.

BodyBusiness Educational Services & Training (BEST)
Gain experience and education with this internationally recognized, hands-on personal training and group fitness instructor course. Obtain national certification exam preparation and practical skills necessary for career building. Located at 2700 W. Anderson Lane, Ste. 802: 459-1440, visit www.bodybusinessfitness.com or e-mail moe@bodybusinessfitness.com.

Reflexology
Reflexology By Marlene
Reduce the negative effects stress has on your body’s nervous and immune systems by receiving a reflexology treatment. Assist your body in relaxing and healing to increase energy and vitality. Treat yourself and a friend and receive 15 percent off. Call Marlene: 282-5155.

Reiki
Jonna Tuttle
Located at 2704 Rio Grande, Ste. 1 (near U.T.): 791-8652.

Rock Climbing
Rock-About
Rock-About with the most experienced climbing guide staff in Texas. Our classes offer something for everyone — from the basics through advanced topics. Custom adventures are available. Located at 6501 Middleham Place: 415-0804 or visit www.rock-about.com.

Salon Services
Angel Face
Step into an environment where mind, body and spirit are nurtured. We offer the highest quality skin-care products and services, including massage and facials. The salon is designed to provide a quiet haven for healing and reflection. Located at 5410 Joe Sayers, call for specials: 451-6399.

Grateful Head
Visit our unique aromatherapy hair salon, gift shop and massage shop. Treat yourself or someone else to a special alchemist massage, which combines various massage modalities such as tuina, shiatsu, reiki and aromatherapy. Located at 1704 Evergreen Ave.: 443-3236.

Self-Defense
EZ Defense and Artful Boundary Setting
Your safety is the highest priority! We use the best NLP technologies to help you retrain your responses to disrespectful and dangerous situations. Violence is not the answer; proactive and assertive behavior is the solution. Located at 12129 R.R. 620 N., Ste. 530, inside Lonnie Lepp’s Fire Fist Tukong Martial Arts: 331-KICK or e-mail mrlepp@firefist.com.

Realistic Assault Defense
Develop mental, emotional and physical confidence should you ever need to defend yourself. This eight-week/15-hour course will guide you through our complete system with six coaches in every class. Located at 4615 Bee Cave Road: 327-2900 or visit www.austinmartialarts.com.

Skin care
Aesthetica MedSpa
We are a full-service, physician-owned cosmetic dermatology clinic and regional experts in PhotoFacial, Cool Touch laser, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, Obagi, laser and hair removal, permanent makeup and acne treatments. Call for a free consultation. Located at 4534 Westgate Blvd., Ste. 202; and at 9901 Capital of Texas Highway North, Ste. 230 (in Gateway Plaza): 899-BODY (2639), 345-BODY (2639) or visit www.aestheticamedspa.com.

Clinique Reneux
With more than 20 years of laser experience, Dr. Feste provides the latest technology and treatments such as PhotoFacial, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, products and cosmetics, laser hair and vein removal, botox, collagen and clinical facials. Located in Davenport Village at 3801 Capital of Texas Highway North, Ste. E-205. Call for a complimentary consultation: 328-1335 or visit www.cliniquereneux.com.

Fiorenza
Look younger, feel better about yourself, and slow down the aging process with total skin care: customized facials, acne or mature skin treatments, microdermabrasion, sunless tanning, waxing and skin-care products. Voted “Best Hair Removal” in 2002 by austin FiT magazine readers. Located at 3006 Bee Caves Road, Ste. C-200: (512) 329-8385.

In Touch
We offer expert skin care in a relaxing environment. We specialize in acne care, mature-skin treatments, peels, self-tanner applications and waxing. We carry a full line of fine products including Cellex-C, SkinCeuticals, Yonka and Pevonia. Located at 3425 Bee Caves Road, Ste. A-1: 328-0333.

LazrSmooth Studio
This aesthetic studio offers skin care and laser epilation. Located at 3801-B Bee Cave Road: 347-9794, visit www.lazrsmooth.com or www.botoxaustin.com.

Dr. Richard Wiseman, M.D.,
Medical & Skin-Care Clinic
Established in 1969, Dr. Wiseman offers complete health and advanced skin care including PhotoFacial, microdermabrasion, rosacea, facial veins, laser hair and vein removal and prevention and restoration of sun-damaged skin. Located at 11615 Angus Road, Ste. 107: 345-8970, ext. 3 or visit www.drrichardjwisemanmd.com.

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