Business Details
14 Years
experience
Therapeutic Massage & Yoga Services in Ocala, Florida
Hands of Grace Massage & Wellness Center has been dedicated to enhancing community wellness in Ocala, Florida since its founding in 2012. Our center combines therapeutic massage, yoga instruction, and holistic health education with personalized care tailored to individual needs. With over four decades of combined experience in bodywork and yoga therapy, our team empowers clients to achieve realistic health goals through evidence-based practices.We maintain strict professional standards while offering flexible services that adapt to diverse wellness requirements. Our commitment to continuing education ensures all practitioners remain current with industry advancements while maintaining Florida Department of Health certification.
Services
Therapeutic Massage
Prenatal Massage
Yoga Classes
Continuing Education
Room Rentals
Holistic Wellness
CBD Therapy
Myofascial Release
Private Sessions
Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of combined experience in massage therapy and yoga instruction
- Specialized prenatal massage services with certified high-risk pregnancy expertise
- Continuing education programs approved by Florida Massage Therapy Board
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual wellness requirements
- Accessibility-focused facilities with adaptive yoga and massage options
Associations and certifications
- Florida Department of Health Massage Establishment #MM31283
Services
Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic massage combines deep tissue techniques with relaxation methods to treat musculoskeletal issues and promote stress relief. Our certified therapists address chronic pain, improve circulation, and enhance mobility through customized treatment plans. Clients receive personalized care using evidence-based modalities including myofascial release and trigger point therapy.
Prenatal Massage
Specialized prenatal massage addresses pregnancy-related discomforts using certified techniques for expectant mothers. Certified specialists use supportive bolsters to ensure comfort while alleviating swelling, back pain, and stress. The service includes high-risk pregnancy expertise and customized positioning for optimal safety and benefits.
Yoga Classes
Our yoga classes focus on alignment, strength development, and flexibility improvement for all fitness levels. Instructors emphasize proper posture and body awareness through multi-level sessions. Classes include therapeutic applications for equestrians and adaptive options for beginners, emphasizing safe progression and mindful movement practices.
Continuing Education
Florida Board-approved continuing education programs offer specialized training for massage therapists and yoga instructors. Courses cover business development, advanced techniques, and clinical applications including sinus massage and myofascial therapy. Programs include CEU-eligible workshops on teaching methodologies and professional practice development.
Room Rentals
Our wellness center provides hourly and daily rental options for massage practitioners and wellness professionals. The facility includes fully equipped treatment rooms and a movement studio for yoga and fitness instruction. Renters receive access to amenities with flexible scheduling options for individual practitioners and group sessions.
People
Maureen Whitaker
Founder & Lead Therapist
With 42 years of experience as a licensed massage therapist and yoga instructor, Maureen founded Hands of Grace in 2012. She develops customized treatment plans combining neuromuscular therapy and yoga therapy, specializing in therapeutic applications for equestrians and chronic pain management.
Karen Evans
Prenatal Specialist
Karen brings 10 years of specialized experience in prenatal massage and pain management. Certified in high-risk pregnancy massage, she employs myofascial release and deep tissue techniques to address conditions like plantar fasciitis and migraines while maintaining a calming therapeutic environment.
Kassie Herff
Therapeutic Massage
Kassie combines deep tissue and relaxation techniques with essential oil therapy. Certified in sports and trigger point massage, she creates personalized treatment plans emphasizing natural healing. Her practice integrates holistic wellness principles with evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Sarah King
Holistic Practitioner
Sarah specializes in client-centered care using connective tissue therapy and energy work. Her approach combines Swedish massage with neuromuscular techniques, emphasizing mind-body connection through compassionate touch and personalized wellness strategies.
Stephanie Bryden
New Graduate Therapist
Newly licensed therapist Stephanie focuses on mindful body awareness during sessions. Trained in multiple modalities including sports massage and hydrotherapy, she creates healing spaces for clients while emphasizing the mind-body connection through compassionate therapeutic techniques.
Questions
What massage services are available?
We offer therapeutic, prenatal, deep tissue, and specialty massages with certified therapists. Add-ons include hot stones, sinus massage, and CBD therapy.
Do you offer yoga classes for beginners?
Yes, our multi-level classes welcome all experience levels with options for gentle yoga, equestrian-focused sessions, and private instruction.
How do I schedule appointments?
Book online through our scheduling system or call us directly at (352) 425-3700 for appointments and class reservations.
What are cancellation policies?
24-hour notice required for cancellations to avoid full session charges. Gift certificates may be used for missed appointments with repeat offenders requiring prepayment.
Are continuing education courses available?
Yes, Florida Board-approved CEUs for massage therapists include yoga therapy, business development, and specialized treatment techniques through our wellness center.
Can I rent treatment rooms?
Therapists can rent fully equipped rooms hourly or daily. Contact Maureen at (352) 425-3700 for availability and rental agreements.
