Qi in Motion - TCM Massage Yoga

Qi in Motion - TCM Massage Yoga Ellissa Crête Dr.TCM
Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine
R. Acupuncturist, Certified Bodyworker, Certified Yoga Teacher

Dr. Ellissa's hands, needles, and words create a compassionate healing space that touches body, heart and spirit. Treatment plans integrate Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology, and Massage. Short bio: Ellissa holds a Bachelor of Arts with options in International Studies and Peace & Conflict Studies. She has been a bodyworker since 2004 with an interest in Zen Shiatsu and Thai-Yoga Massage. In 2014, Ellissa graduated from the Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Program at the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences in Nelson BC. She participated in additional TCM clinical internships in Kunming, China. Ellissa is a BC registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine who offers Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology, and Massage. She is continuing studies in gynecology and sound healing. Ellissa also teaches weekly Yoga classes inspired by the Iyengar method which focus on postural alignment and the efficient use of props, such as yoga ropes.

Restorative Yoga with Tuning Forks & Traditional Chinese Medicine with Ellissa Crête @ Nelson School of YogaWednesdays 7...
08/19/2025

Restorative Yoga with Tuning Forks & Traditional Chinese Medicine with Ellissa Crête @ Nelson School of Yoga
Wednesdays 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm – starts August 20 2025
Explore deep relaxation and rejuvenation:
Inspired by Iyengar Yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine, this slow and contemplative class weaves together restorative postures with the support of props, breathing exercises, meditation, and sound healing with vibrational acupressure. Throughout the class, the instructor - a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine - will apply tuning forks on each student’s body to activate acupoints and meridians selected to support physical, emotional, and mental health. This is an invitation to release stress and tension, rest and re-energize.
Nelson School of Yoga
102 Herridge Lane – Unit 2, Nelson BC, V1L0C2
Drop-in/$19, 5 class pass/$80, 10 class pass/$140.
Drop-in is welcome. Pre-registration is recommended with MindBody App.
https://www.nelsonschoolofyoga.com/
Ellissa Crête Dr.TCM, E-RYT200
Ellissa has been teaching weekly Yoga classes since 2010. Her classes are inspired by Iyengar Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Vipassana Meditation, and Chinese Medicine.
https://ellissacrete.com/

We're so excited to welcome Dr. Ellissa Crete to this year’s Kootenay Herb Gathering! Based in Nelson, BC, Ellissa is a ...
05/14/2025

We're so excited to welcome Dr. Ellissa Crete to this year’s Kootenay Herb Gathering! Based in Nelson, BC, Ellissa is a BC-registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a skilled herbalist, acupuncturist, and yoga teacher with deep roots in both Eastern and Western traditions.

With training from India to Montreal, Ellissa brings over a decade of experience blending Iyengar and Ashtanga Yoga into an accessible, soul-nourishing Hatha practice. Her workshop will guide us through strength, flexibility, breath, and deep inner stillness.

Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned student, this class is your chance to stretch, reset, and reconnect with the subtle energy body. Don’t forget to bring your mat, a strap, and blocks if you can!

🌀 Bonus: Use her special code EC25 to save $25 off your ticket!
🎟️ Register now at herbconference.com

The Kootenay Herb Gathering is Almost Here! 🌿Join us June 27–30, 2025 at the beautiful Vallican Whole in the Slocan Vall...
05/14/2025

The Kootenay Herb Gathering is Almost Here! 🌿
Join us June 27–30, 2025 at the beautiful Vallican Whole in the Slocan Valley for a weekend of herbal learning, wild plant walks, hands-on workshops, music, and community connection. Whether you’re a budding herbalist or a seasoned practitioner, there’s something here for everyone — from plant lore to clinical skills, medicine making to ancestral teachings.

At the Kootenay Herb Gathering, I'll be sharing a movement practice in Aligned Hatha Yoga.
✨ As a special gift from our presenters, use code: EC25 for $25 off your ticket!

🎟 Tickets are on sale now at herbconference.com

Warm regards,
Ellissa Crête Dr.TCM

🌿 I'm presenting at the Kootenay Herb Gathering!This June 27–30, I’ll be sharing Aligned Hatha Yoga at the Kootenay Herb...
04/10/2025

🌿 I'm presenting at the Kootenay Herb Gathering!

This June 27–30, I’ll be sharing Aligned Hatha Yoga at the Kootenay Herb Gathering—a weekend of deep connection, learning, and herbal joy at the beautiful Vallican Whole in the Slocan Valley.

If you’ve been craving community, nature, and time with the plants, this is it. Join me and so many amazing herbalists for clinical workshops, herb walks, circles and celebration.

🎟️ Use my Presenter Code EC25 when you grab your ticket:
👉 https://herbconference.com/tickets/

Warm regards,
Ellissa Crête Dr.TCM, Yoga Teacher

Hatha Yoga - with Ellissa @ Tenth Street Campus/Selkirk CollegeMondays 5:30pm-7:00pm - January 6 2025Develop strength, f...
01/13/2025

Hatha Yoga - with Ellissa @ Tenth Street Campus/Selkirk College
Mondays 5:30pm-7:00pm - January 6 2025
Develop strength, flexibility, balance, and focus:
This Hatha Yoga class weaves together a dynamic exploration of postural alignment, breathing exercises, and meditation. It is inspired by the complementary precision and flow of Iyengar Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga. The goal is to feel relaxed, refreshed, and inspired - in body, heart, and mind.
Class is open to all levels of participants: beginner or experienced.
Please bring your own yoga mat.
Class is free for Selkirk College students and employees.
Regular fees apply for community: drop-in/$6, 10 class pass/$50.
Pre-registration is not required.
Selkirk College: 820 Tenth Street, Patenaude Building, Room 103, Nelson BC
https://selkirk.ca/events
Ellissa Crête E-RYT200, Dr.TCM
Ellissa has been teaching weekly Yoga classes since 2010. Her classes are inspired by Iyengar Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Vipassana Meditation, and Chinese Medicine.
https://ellissacrete.com/

Hatha Yoga - with Ellissa @ Tenth Street Campus/Selkirk CollegeMondays 5:30pm-7:00pm - starts September 9Develop strengt...
09/07/2024

Hatha Yoga - with Ellissa @ Tenth Street Campus/Selkirk College
Mondays 5:30pm-7:00pm - starts September 9
Develop strength, flexibility, balance, and focus:
This Hatha Yoga class weaves together a dynamic exploration of postural alignment, breathing exercises, and meditation. It is inspired by the complementary precision and flow of Iyengar Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga. The goal is to feel relaxed, refreshed, and inspired - in body, heart, and mind.
Class is open to all levels of participants: beginner or experienced.
Please bring your own yoga mat.
Class is free for Selkirk College students and employees.
Regular fees apply for community: drop-in/$6, 10 class pass/$50.
Pre-registration is not required.
Selkirk College: 820 Tenth Street, Patenaude Building, Room 103, Nelson BC
https://selkirk.ca/events
Ellissa Crête E-RYT200, Dr.TCM
Ellissa has been teaching weekly Yoga classes since 2010. Her classes are inspired by Iyengar Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Vipassana Meditation, and Chinese Medicine.
https://ellissacrete.com/

Restorative Yoga with Tuning Forks - with EllissaWednesdays 7:30pm-8:45pm - starts September 4Relaxation and rejuvenatio...
09/01/2024

Restorative Yoga with Tuning Forks - with Ellissa
Wednesdays 7:30pm-8:45pm - starts September 4
Relaxation and rejuvenation of body and mind:
Inspired by Iyengar Yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine, this class offers a slow, receptive, calming, cooling, and contemplative practice. It weaves together restorative postures with the support of props, breathing exercises, meditation, and sound healing with vibrational acupressure. Throughout the class, the instructor will apply tuning forks on the student’s body to activate acupoints and meridians selected to support physical, emotional, and mental health. This is an invitation to release stress and tension, rest, and re-energize.
Every-body is welcome - new or experienced student.
Drop in $18, 5 class pass: $75,10 class pass: $120
Pre-registration with MindBody App is recommended.
Nelson School of Yoga: unit 2 - 102 Herridge Lane, Nelson BC.
https://www.nelsonschoolofyoga.com/
Ellissa Crête E-RYT200, Dr.TCM
Ellissa has been teaching weekly Yoga classes since 2010. Her classes are inspired by Iyengar Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Vipassana Meditation, and Chinese Medicine.
https://ellissacrete.com/

Yoga Classes with Ellissa @ Nelson School of YogaFlow at Dawn: Wednesdays and Fridays 6:30am-7:30am - Rise & ShineRestor...
02/25/2024

Yoga Classes with Ellissa @ Nelson School of Yoga
Flow at Dawn: Wednesdays and Fridays 6:30am-7:30am - Rise & Shine
Restorative Yoga with Tuning Forks: Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:15pm & 7:30pm-8:45pm - Relax & Rejuvenate
Every-body is welcome - new or experienced student.
Cultivate health of body, heart, mind, and spirit.
Ellissa Crête E-RYT200, Dr.TCM
Drop in $18, 5 class pass: $80,10 class pass: $140
Pre-registration with MindBody App is recommended.
Nelson School of Yoga: unit 2 - 102 Herridge Lane, Nelson BC.
https://www.nelsonschoolofyoga.com/
Ellissa has been teaching weekly Yoga classes since 2010. Her classes are inspired by Iyengar Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Vipassana Meditation, and Chinese Medicine.
https://ellissacrete.com/

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Dr. Ellissa Crête's hands, needles, and words create a compassionate healing space that touches body, heart and spirit. She offers services in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology, Tuning Forks, and Massage.

Ellissa is a BC registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Registered Acupuncturist. In 2014, Ellissa graduated from the five year Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Program at the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences in Nelson, BC. She participated in additional TCM clinical internships in Kunming, China. Ellissa has an interest in women's health and in TCM gynecology. She is also passionate about the potential for sound and vibration to access the emotional body. Ellissa is an Ohm TherapeuticsTM practitioner in sound healing with tuning forks.

Ellissa holds a Bachelor of Arts with options in International Studies and Peace & Conflict Studies. An experienced Bodyworker, she has offered massage services since 2004 with a specific interest in Zen Shiatsu and Thai-Yoga Massage. Ellissa also teaches weekly yoga classes inspired by the Iyengar method which focus on postural alignment and the efficient use of props, such as yoga ropes.