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Here are some classes & events happening in Watertown Center for Healing Arts spaces.

kids dance classes

Kids Dance Classes

Feet of a Dancer offers dance classes to ages 3 months – 7 years old. We offer a range of styles from infant classes to Jazz. Feet of a Dancer encourages young dancers to express themselves creatively and share in the magic of dance!

  • WHO: Offered by Hana Fisher
  • WHEN: April 1st – May 27th, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
  • WHERE: Charles River Studio

Reiki Level 1

The Art of Giving & Receiving

Introduction to the Wheel of Consent® : Communication & intimacy skills for better connection.

  • WHO: Offered by Zhanna Lee
  • WHEN: Friday, May 5th from 7 – 10 pm
  • WHERE: Skylight Studio

tantra

The Art of Tantra for Modern Lovers

In-person extended full-day workshop for couples.

  • WHO: Offered by Zhanna Lee
  • WHEN: Saturday, May 6th from 12 – 7 pm
  • WHERE: Skylight Studio

Wheel of Consent

intimate puja circle

Intimate Puja Circle

An Intimate Puja Circle is a sacred ritual whereby we focus our energy on presence and possibilities. 

  • WHO: Offered by Robyn Vogel
  • WHEN: Friday, May 19th from 7 – 9:30 pm
  • WHERE: Skylight Studio

Reiki

Reiki Level I & II Classes

Reiki Level 1

Reiki is an ancient Japanese energy healing technique that is done with the client relaxed, fully clothed on a massage table, using light touch or hovering hands. 

  • WHO: Offered by Tamara Zentgraf
  • WHEN: Saturday, June 10th, 2023, 9:30-5:30pm
  • WHERE: Mount Auburn St. Office #10

Reiki

Charles River Zen

Evening Zazen

A formal evening meditation comprised of Zazen (seated meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation), followed by sarei (tea) and a closing ceremony. 

  • WHO: Offered by Dokurō
  • WHEN: Wednesdays 7:30-9:00 pm, ongoing
  • WHERE: Skylight Studio

Watertown Center for Healing Arts Classes & Events

Therapeutic Yoga to Help You Sleep Better

A monthly series for people who want to learn how to use yoga specifically to improve their sleep & well-being.

  • WHO: Offered by Kali Patrick
  • WHEN: Thursdays 7:00-8:00 pm, ongoing
  • WHERE: Virtual via Zoom until otherwise specified

Watertown Center for Healing Arts Classes & Events

Tai Chi Classes

Classes from levels I-III, from beginners to experienced practitioners.

  • WHO: Offered by Peter Wayne
  • WHEN: Weekly classes Mondays – Thursdays, ongoing
  • WHERE: Charles River Studio (Spring St. Entrance)

Watertown Center for Healing Arts Classes & Events

Here you’ll find information about how Watertown Center for Healing Arts (WCHA) handles health & safety concerns, including COVID-19.

Health

We stay informed about and follow all current MA state and local town mandates.

The WCHA has a filtered, central air system. HVAC systems are maintained and monitored to ensure air ventilation and filtration are working correctly as per design specifications.

Hand sanitizer is complimentary and readily available in common areas; restrooms are equipped with hand soap to encourage regular & thorough hand washing.

Good hygiene measures are encouraged through strategically-placed behavioral signage.

Most studios and offices have functional windows that can be opened for fresh air. HEPA air filters are available in each office.

Individual practitioners may have additional policies surrounding COVID19 (e.g. masks, vaccination requirements); please contact your practitioner directly with questions and/or concerns.

We encourage practitioners to remain home if they are sick.

health & safety at WCHA

Safety

Spring St. and Mt. Auburn St. entry doors are secured with code locks, but may be left open during hours where one or more practitioners are present in the space (to allow registered class attendees and scheduled clients) entry.

All practitioners who use offices are assigned keys.

Practitioners are encouraged to report any safety hazards to WCHA staff for immediate remedy.

Watertown Center for Healing Arts (WCHA) is located in the heart of Watertown Square.

  • WCHA has two entrances. Please confirm the best entrance for you with your service provider.
  • All WCHA space is located on the 2nd floor. We regret that WCHA is not wheelchair accessible and there is not an elevator.

22 Mount Auburn St.
Entry for the Skylight Studio, Player’s Studio, Offices 1-4, 8-12

17 Spring St.
Entry for the Charles River Studio, Offices 1-3

Parking

Metered parking is available near both entrances of WCHA. Both lots and parking on Spring Street directly in front of WCHA (ZONE 85701) use the PASSPORT PARKING app. For more information visit PassportParking.com.

Mt. Auburn Street, “Baptiste Walk” – ZONE 85704

Large lot off Spring Street

MBTA

WCHA is easily accessible via public transportation. Bus lines from all directions pass through or begin/end in Watertown Square. The bus depot is directly on the other side of the river.

  • 57N – Night Owl Watertown Sq. – Government Center via Park Street & Kenmore Sta.
  • 52 – Dedham Mall or Charles River Loop – Watertown Yard via Oak Hill & Newton Center
  • 57 – Watertown Sq. – Kenmore Yard via Newton Corner & Brighton Center
  • 70/70A – Cedarwood, N.Waltham or Watertown Sq. – University Park via Central Sq., Cambridge, Arsenal St. & Western Ave.
  • 71 – Watertown Square – Harvard Station via Mt. Auburn St.
  • 502 – EXPRESS BUS Watertown Yard – Copley Sq. (St. James Ave. at Dartmouth St.) via Newton Corner & Mass. Turnpike
  • 504 – EXPRESS BUS Watertown/Newton Corner – Downtown via Mass. Turnpike

For trip planning assistance, use the MBTA Trip Planner.

Nearby Amenities

No matter what your palette or dietary preference, you can always find a place to eat nearby.

Should you want to stay closer to the Watertown Center for Healing Arts to make your visit easier, here are some nearby hotels.

You’ll find experienced practitioners offering a variety of modalities including coaching, massage, therapy, & yoga at the Watertown Center for Healing Arts.

Alex Daum

Alex Daum

Reiki Practitioner

Avinoam Lerner

Avinoam Lerner

Clinical Hypnotherapist, Cancer and Trauma Recovery Coaching

Eric Jacobson

Eric Jacobson

Rolf Structural Integration and Cranio-sacral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Meditation Training

Mary Gail Sullivan

Mary Gail Sullivan

Muscular & Deep Tissue Therapy

Mitchell Kossak

Mitchell Kossak

Mental Health Counselor & Expressive Arts Therapist

Jeff Shih-chung Matrician

Jeff Matrician

Acupuncturist, Massage, & Chinese Herbal Therapy

Kali Patrick Adult Sleep & Well-being Coach

Kali Patrick

Adult Sleep & Well-being Coach, Therapeutic Yoga

Peter Wayne

Peter Wayne

Tai Chi Instructor

robyn vogel

Robyn Vogel

Love and Intimacy Coach

Samvedam Randles

Samvedam Randles

Mental Health Counselor & Bodyworker

Tamara Zentgraf

Tamara Zentgraf

Physical Therapist, Medical Reiki Practitioner, Shamanic Healer

yana anders

Yana Anders

Presentation Coach, Image Consultant

Zhanna Lee

Zhanna Lee

Sex and Intimacy Coach

contact wcha

If you can’t locate what you need on our site, please do contact Watertown Center for Healing Arts (WCHA) for more information about our group classes and practitioners.

You can call or text David’s phone, send email to WCHA, or use the general contact form below. Our mailing address is also provided.

For inquiries specifically about renting space, please use our Rental Space Interest Form.

Address

David Knoerr
22 Mt Auburn St # 10
Watertown, MA 02472

Send us a message

All practitioners & organizations offering services through Watertown Center for Healing Arts may be contacted directly. View their practitioner page or specific event pages for more information.

For information and to contact us about renting studio and/or office space, see our Spaces page.

You can use this form to send us a general message.

Providing your number will typically give you a faster response.

Our Spaces

Please explore the various Studios and Office spaces the Watertown Center for Healing Arts (WCHA) offers for rent.

All studios and offices (at either entrance) include the use of kitchens (equipped with full sized refrigerators, sinks, microwaves, & electric kettles) and two restrooms.

WCHA would like to thank local architectural photographer Elisif at Elisif Photography for all her beautiful photos!

Studios

Exhale Studio

Currently undergoing renovations

COMING SOON

Offices – Mt. Auburn Street entrance

Office #1

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Office #4

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Office #8

204 sq ft – COMING SOON

Office #10

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Office #11

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Office #12

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Offices – Spring Street entrance

Office #1

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Office #2

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Office #3

118 sq ft – COMING SOON

About WCHA

Our Story

The Watertown Center for Healing Arts (WCHA) has been a home for holistic & healing arts practitioners for over 20 years.

Located conveniently in Watertown Center, we provide space rentals for continuing education & large training group experiences for various modalities, including movement, coaching, therapy, meditation, massage & bodywork.

The WCHA is made possible by the hard work & generosity of counselor & healing practitioner David Knoerr.

Healing arts practitioners secure space through WCHA to offer their own classes, courses, trainings, & workshops to other practitioners as well as to the public.

Healing experiences at WHCA have included:

✔️ movement (yoga, Tai Chi, Feldenkrais, etc.)

✔️ nutritional coaching

✔️ non-violent communication (NVC)

✔️ psycho-, sensory-motor therapy

✔️ Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy

✔️ acupuncture, Reiki, Alexander technique, massage

✔️ various styles of meditation

Welcome to the Watertown Center for Healing Arts

Where healing happens.

Expert Practitioners

You’ll find a variety of healing arts modalities & practitioners offering their private, 1-1 services at the Watertown Center for Healing Arts.

Classes & Events

Whether you’re wanting to learn something new or looking for continuing education (CE) credits, many practitioners offer group classes & events in our facility.

Space Rentals

If you’re a healing arts practitioner who is looking for flexible, clean, light & bright offices or studios to rent for your next session, class, or workshop, check out our spaces.

Our Practitioners

Are you looking for a session, class, workshop, or event to improve your physical, mental, or emotional health & well-being?

Browse the healing arts practitioners holding sessions, events, and workshops at the Watertown Center for Healing Arts.

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kids dance classes

Kids Dance Classes

WHEN: April 1st – May 27th, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
WHERE: Charles River Studio
OFFERED BY: Hana Fisher

Reiki Level I Class

WHEN: Saturday, June 10th, 9:30 am-5:30 pm
WHERE: Mount Auburn Street Office #10
OFFERED BY: Tamara Zentgraf

Our Spaces

Are you a healing arts practitioner looking for a space to hold your next session, class, workshop, or event?

Find the studio or office space–with included amenities–that’s right for you.

Watertown Center for Healing Arts takes health & safety measures seriously, so all can continue to meet & enjoy our spaces. Read more . . .

Watertown Center for Healing Arts Location Information

Our Location

Watertown Center for Healing Arts is located in the heart of Watertown Square in Watertown, MA.

There is abundant parking nearby & we are accessible via public transportation.

Have a question that you can’t find the answer to?

Reach out & we’d be happy to help!