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"I found rolfing to be a different modality than regular massage. Rather than helping to just alleviate sore muscles, I found it to be rather helpful in repositioning postural problems and in helping to return some normal mechanics. I found this particularly helpful for  a number of different ailments, including scapular thoracic abnormalities and posture related problems such as thoracic outlet syndrome, lavatory scapula syndrome, chronic upper trapezius pain, again to underlying abnormal mechanics".

"I have also found rolfing to be particularly helpful for some chronic problems such as lateral epicondylitis, plantar fasciitis, chronic hamstring and hip flexor pain, Judah seems to do an excellent job in returning balance back to these muscle groups."

"In summary, I have found Judah's treatments to be an excellent adjunct to some of our other treatments in Sports Medicine, including physical therapy. I would recommend him highly if your patients are experiencing some of these abnormalities."

David J. Petron, M.D.

"His clients are many, as a good number of physicians, and other health practitioners have discovered that Therapist Lyons is very successful in rectifying serious problems stemming from trauma to the back, neck, and other bone and muscle structures of the body... I have never seen a group of female students as comfortable with a male therapist, in the physical manipulation of the body, as my students have been."

Richard E. Drake, EdD, APRN

"As both a physician and trained massage therapist and acupuncturist I find the quality of Judah's bodywork therapy is outstanding. I have personally received his work and found it tremendously helpful in relieving my back and shoulder pain".

Todd Mangum, M.D.

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"Anyone interested in Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, or Structural Integration could do no better than studying with Judah Lyons. His knowledge, and passion for the work has inspired me as a student and therapist to go far beyond my beginning goals in massage school. Judahs' teaching methods and mentoring have had a profound effect on me as a practitioner and as an individual. Each seminar in Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy has unveiled new perceptual skills,advancing my abilities to facilitate health in others. Awesome!"

Jeffrey Hoffman - Virginia Beach

"Many years in the health care field afforded me opportunities to work and communicate with physicians and other medical personnel. However, Judah Lyons has made a significant impact on me through his leadership and instruction in Virginia. His knowledge is evident, stemming from a background that combines intense learning and real life experiences. He is skilled at conveying the most complex ideas in a manner that all levels of learners can understand--from seasoned professional to novice. Most importantly, however--and most noticeable--is his passion for the field and his intense desire to effect others in a positive way. He is patient in his manner and builds confidence; his energy is contagious and inspiring!"

Teresa Hassell, MA - Virginia Beach

"Schooled in MT at the Cayce / Reilly School of Massotherapy I've received exceptional exposure to the merits of mind, body, spirit medicine. Now embarked on the path of Craniosacral Therapy training and the biodynamic model I feel I'm building on a very solid foundation a deeper ability to empower others to facilitate their healing. Equally important is the tremendous positive effect this has on my well-being. Anyone looking to further their abilities to facilitate health or merely deepen themselves spiritually would do well to explore the biodynamic model of CST with the Lyons Institute."

Joseph Casey, CMT - Newport News, Virginia

"Judah, I'm still reeling from class. I think it changed my approach to bodywork from this moment on. My visualization of the body's tissue field is more fluid conscious. I worked on 5 clients today (2 cranial) and my sense of their tissue is much different than before. Wow. I am creating my own techniques to work in the field in a massage context. Anyway I am on my quest to deepen my knowlege of anatomy and physiology to enhance my power of intention direction! Thanks so much for developing into an awesome, compassionate, and gifted teacher and sharing yourself with all of us."

Jackie Wayda L.M.T. - Hinckley, Ohio

"Judah is very knowledgeable and talented in performing Structural Integration. His expertise in the other modalities he introduced to us, such as Cranial Sacral and Chi Kung made the class very well rounded.  Judah is extremely perceptive of the class' needs, and receptive to his students when teaching it. I think the group laughed as much as we learned. He has a knack for lightening the air as well as enlightening our paths. Most of all, I came away with a sense of knowledge, intuition and confidence in my work, that I have never before known.   He laid a foundation and gave us the tools to reshape and sculpt the body and its movement patterns."

Judyann Chamberlain L.M.T. - Park City, Utah

"Thank you so much for sharing your passion of Structural Integration with us. I have never attended a class with so much hands on training. The very first day of class we all had new techniques to use right away. To see the transformations that are made with the work has changed my clients, my work and in-fact myself for ever. What a refreshing style of teaching."

Barbra Harding - Park City, Utah

"Judah's perception of physiological function and his application of Structural Integration will change all who encounter his work, both therapist and client. His teaching approach is intuitive, complex, patient and nurturing. I have come away from this course with a sense of profound confidence. I know I will be able to present the appropriate tools for each individual who comes into my practice. Not to mention have the ability to increase my income with the implementation of this work. Structural Integration compliments any massage therapist's scope of specialty. Thank you Judah, Julie and Nelson for all your insight and guidance."

Peg Kulon L.M.T. - Brunswick Hills, Ohio

"It has been a few years since I discovered my path has completely to do with helping people heal themselves. After finishing the Structural Integration course with Judah, I feel like I have the most wonderful tools to do so. The 10 session series and the cranial sacral touch that he taught me can have a profound effect not only in the physical body, but in the mind and spirit too. I witnessed significant changes in myself, my classmates and my clients. This class has been an amazing experience and I can not wait to share it with people around the entire planet."

Marcela V. Griffith L.M.T. - Santiago, Chile

"As a practicing yoga teacher, herbalist and energetic therapist, I found Judah' four week class gave me an invaluable set of tools for my holistic health practice. I feel confident that I can include Structural Integration into my practice and provide a service for people to get them out of pain and back into balance. In one word, the class was truly awesome!"

Gaia Morasky - Vancouver, British Columbia

"Judah has the capacity to pull his students into a world of intuition, strength, confidence and healing.  He presents his information with grace, compassion and such intensity that learning is fun and rewarding.  The concepts are complex, yet his guidance compels his students to focus and reach goals in their personal lives as well as professional."

Sarah Vasquez L.M.T. - Lima, Peru

"The Lyons Institute has given me an increased sensitivity to bodywork. Judah Lyons emphasizes using a yin/yang principle, combining structural integration and CranioSacral therapy, to open the body from the core out.  This approach resonates with me on several levels. As a therapist, I like structural integration work because of the profound changes I see in my clients in terms of range of motion, pain resolution and newfound body awareness. As a student, I found the Lyons Institute to be a comfortable, non-judgmental, learning environment.  Judah encouraged us to use our intuition and sensitivity within the realm of Structural Integration.  Through this approach, I experienced exciting results with my work.  I highly recommend this class to anyone interested in learning advanced body-work."

Scott Erickson L.M.T. – Park City, Utah

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"Judah is a gifted therapist who brings a variety of therapeutic disciplines to his practice to relieve his clients' pain. I was first treated by Judah three years ago for persistent lower back pain that 2 chiropractors and an orthopedist could not help. It was so painful that some mornings I could barely get out of bed. After just 5 or 6 treatment sessions with Judah, my pain was gone, and has not returned in three years. More recently Judah has relieved a wrist tendonitis (orthopedist wanted to operate), and I am now seeing him for cranio-sacral work to generally improve the quality of my life. Thank you, Judah!"

Maggi Davis - Virginia

"Judah saved my dental career! I was scheduled for bi-lateral carpal tunnel surgery in less than a week. I was going to miss a minimum of seven weeks of work after the surgeries. It has been over two years since the last of eleven sessions and I continue to be able to handle the load of a very busy practice surgery free. Thanks Judah!"

John Prince, D.D.S. Midway, Utah


"Judah is like a human Ferrari Mechanic! He has rebalanced my body after two nasty falls in Chile and France. He has been an instrumental factor in keeping my body tuned for nearly three years. I highly recommend his work to any athlete who wants to be seriously competitive."

Justin Johnson, Olympic Downhill and Super G.S. Team, Park City, Utah

"I had a nagging case of tennis elbow that wouldn't respond to the classic treatment of physical therapy. I had three treatments from Judah and no longer suffered from the condition."

Rich Riesenfeld, Ph.D Professor of Computer Science University of Utah

"I awoke every morning completely numb in both arms from my hands to my elbows. I was contemplating surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. In six sessions of Judah's work I was symptom free. He then tackled a two year old problem that wouldn't allow me to lift heavy objects over waist height. He worked on my neck for two sessions and the conditioned hasn't bothered me since. I absolutely love his work and both myself and my wife depend on him to keep us pain free."

Grant Baird, Free Lance Movie Director, Heber City, Utah

"On Christmas day 1995 I was involved in a serious auto accident. Due to the seriousness of the accident I was unable to work and was terminated. I remained unable to work for the next 11 months. After countless visits to the doctors, chiropractors, neurologists and therapists I was refereed to Judah Lyons. I was unable to lift my arms higher than the chest level. After several treatments under Judah's care I began to experience improvement. After the ten session series I was totally restored to my previous state of health."

Tracy Rush, Saleswoman, Midvale, Utah

"On December 22, 1991 I went to Judah Lyons for the Bowen Method. I am 72 years young. I had been in constant pain on both of my knees for 4 years and unable to find any solution even though O exercised regularly and had physical therapy. Much to my amazement I was free from the pain after the first session! My husband and I both witnessed this and don't understand it, but know the results have been very positive! The Bowen Method worked for me."

Lucy McClure, Salt Lake City, Utah

"I was in an auto accident 2 years ago. The pain I experienced in my knee and hip as a result of the accident was pretty bad. I was unable to jog, walk long distances or even sleep through the night. Sitting for more than 30 minutes in a class was impossible! I went to an orthopedic surgeon and spent countless hours in physical therapy and chiropractic. Nothing worked. Finally one doctor recommended me to Judah. After two sessions of Bowen, I was able to sleep through the night. I am now active on a soccer and softball team. Thanks Judah!"

MIke Eggen, Student, University of Utah

"Judah's technique is magic! After a serious car wreck, two herniated discs, a lot of back pain, chiropractic care and physical therapy I finally met Judah after a friend recommended his work. He transformed my back pain and helped me regain my health once again. I am so grateful that he came into my life."

Marilee Lewis, Secretary, Salt Lake City, Utah

"Judah Lyons has been a mentor and friend for three years. His multidisciplinary approach has allowed me to remain very active and at 70 I consider that to be a blessing! His sense of humor is a delight! And he never fails to restore me to a pain free condition when I visit him. I highly recommend his work to Anyone."

Joyce Barnes, Retired Educator, Salt Lake City, Utah