Movement therapy so you feel good and move with ease.
November 15th Roll & Restore Workshop:
Shoulders, Neck, & Upper Back
Before the holiday season gets into full swing, let's give some attention to the places where we so often hold tension: our shoulders, neck and upper back.
This special Roll & Restore workshop is an invitation to slow down, stay longer in each spot, soften, sink and breathe. Using Yamuna balls and mindful movement, we'll give our bodies time to release tension rather than rush through it.
You’ll experience:
More space: release some of the tightness and compression you feel around your shoulders, neck and upper back.
Greater mobility and flexibility: explore easier movement and a more comfortable range of motion.
Less physical discomfort: give overworked muscles and tissues some much-needed attention.
A calmer mind: when your body feels more comfortable and relaxed, it can be easier to feel present, patient and emotionally available to yourself and others.
We'll finish with deep-rest Yoga Nidra, followed by light refreshments and time to simply enjoy being together.
Date: Sunday, November 15
Time: 3:00 - 5:30 PM
Location: Messiah United Methodist Church
Cost
Monthly Members: $55
Special pricing for students currently enrolled in my regular monthly membership.
Early Bird: $65 if register by Monday, October 26
Regular Price: $75
Space is limited to keep the group intimate. It is recommended to sign up early to guarantee your spot.
I would love for you to join us!
Registration:
Step 1: Please reserve your spot by sending payment via Venmo: @Darina-BROWN
Step 2: Email darinamovement@gmail.com to confirm your spot.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 3 days before the event will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made within 3 days are non-refundable, but you may transfer your spot to a friend.
Registration:
Step 1: Please reserve your spot by sending payment via Venmo to @Darina-BROWN
Step 2: Email darinamovement@gmail.com to confirm your spot.
A December Holiday Pause, Online or In Person:
Breath & Yoga Nidra
The holidays can be beautiful, but they can also be full of expectations, activity and demands on our time and energy. And I think we'll all need a little space to breathe.
Just before the holidays, I'd love to invite you to an afternoon of breathwork, gentle practices and deep rest. A chance to step away from the noise, reconnect with yourself and create a little more room for joy, ease and presence.
We'll explore mindful breathing and calming practices, followed by Yoga Nidra, allowing the body and mind to settle without needing to accomplish anything.
Come as you are, whether you feel energized, overwhelmed, tired or simply in need of a little quiet.
This gathering is an opportunity to:
Slow down and reconnect with your breath.
Settle your nervous system and release some of the accumulated stress.
Rest deeply without needing to perform or achieve.
Make space for a more grounded, meaningful and joyful holiday season.
You can join us in person or participate online from the comfort of your home.
Date: Sunday, December 20th
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Location: Messiah United Methodist Church & Online
Cost: $45
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to a charity. I haven't chosen the organization yet, so if you have a charity close to your heart that you think would be a good fit, I'd love to hear your suggestions.
In person space is limited to keep the group intimate. It is recommended to sign up early to guarantee your spot.
I would love for you to join us!
Registration:
Step 1: Please reserve your spot by sending payment via Venmo: @Darina-BROWN
Step 2: Email darinamovement@gmail.com to confirm your spot.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 3 days before the event will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made within 3 days are non-refundable, but you may transfer your spot to a friend.
Registration:
Step 1: Please reserve your spot by sending payment via Venmo to @Darina-BROWN
Step 2: Email darinamovement@gmail.com to confirm your spot.
New Class Time Added!
75 minute Yoga, Tuesdays 6pm
75 minute Yoga, Tuesdays 6pm
Messiah United Methodist Church, Room 266, Rolling Road, Springfield, VA
Door Code: 1420
“Chronic pain made even simple movements a struggle- until Darina’s specialized approach changed everything. Today I rise from chairs with ease and walk completely pain free. She didn’t just restore my mobility she gave me back my life.”
-Bruce H.
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Darina will assess your background, physical and emotional condition, medical history, and create a personalized plan to meet your needs and goals
To get started email:
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An easy way to get started is to try Darina’s 8am Saturday morning class at:
Messiah United
Methodist Church
6215 Rolling Road
Springfield, VADarina’s Saturday morning classes are a friendly, relaxing way to start your weekend and include a blend Body Rolling, gentle yoga, mat Pilates, and breathwork. Using specially designed Yamuna balls, you’ll gently release tension, increase flexibility, and ease areas of discomfort. We also pull from other modalities as needed to round out our practice.
The class takes place in a quiet room with big windows and a relaxing tree-filled view. It’s an inviting place to open to new experiences, to get to know yourself, and to heal.
To reserve a spot email:
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This is where you’ll see the biggest results most quickly. Darina will focus on you her rare blend of diagnostic intuition and technical precision, looking far beyond the immediate site of pain to identify the root biomechanical or lifestyle imbalances at play. She’s great at "meeting the patient where they are," combining evidence-based manual techniques with clear, empathetic communication that transforms complex problems into actionable knowledge. When a client works with Darina, they don't just see a reduction in symptoms; they experience a fundamental restoration of movement quality and physical confidence. The result is a personalized roadmap that leads to sustainable health and vitality.
To get started email:
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The first time with Darina is often described as welcoming and transformative. Darina will ease you into the modalities she recommends (Yamuna Body Rolling, Pilates, Yoga, and Breathwork). You’ll start to shift your body from a state of holding and protecting, to healing and strengthening.
Whether you choose a private or group setting, the focus remains on learning to understand your body. She’ll work to get you feeling better both physically and mentally- restored healthy movement, reduced stress, and increased mobility and strength - so you can enjoy the activities you love. Working with Darina often results in a deeper understanding of self and body, often described by her clients as life changing..
Meet Darina, your Movement Therapist for Pain Free Living, in Springfield and Norther Virginia
With over 25 years of experience, Darina is a leading movement therapist known for her expert guidance, deep knowledge, and compassionate approach. Holding multiple certifications in Yoga, Pilates, Yamuna® Body Rolling, and Breathwork, she has trained directly with the founders of Power Yoga, Yin Yoga, BASI Pilates, and Yamuna Body Rolling, and also holds a Master’s degree in Nutrition.
Darina’s work blends science, intuition, and mindful movement to help people feel better in their bodies - restoring healthy movement, reducing stress, and increasing mobility and strength - so they can enjoy the activities they love. After years of training high-profile and celebrity clients in Greece, Switzerland, London, and Monaco, she now focuses on mature adults in the Washington Metropolitan Area and Norther Virginia, offering personalized programs that meet each body’s unique needs.
Through her classes, workshops, and private sessions, Darina empowers students to move better, feel stronger, and live with greater balance and vitality.
Group Classes
Location: Messiah United Methodist Church, Room 266, Rolling Road, Springfield
Time:
Sat 8:00 - 9:30AM, 90 minutes
Tues 6:00 - 7:15PM, 75 minutes
Drop in: $30
Monthly Pre-pay Pass:
4-Saturday Months: $100 ($25/class)
5-Saturday Months: $125 ($25/class)
Registration: Please reserve your spot by sending payment via Venmo
Monthly pass payment due by first Saturday of the month.
Every:
Sat 8AM & Tues 6PM
Darina’s Saturday morning and Tuesday evening classes are a friendly, relaxing way to start your weekend and include a blend of Body Rolling, gentle yoga, mat Pilates, and breathwork. Using specially designed Yamuna balls, you’ll gently release tension, increase flexibility, and ease areas of discomfort. We also pull from other modalities as needed to round out our practice.
The class takes place in a quiet room with big windows and a relaxing tree-filled view. It’s an inviting place to open to new experiences, to get to know yourself, and to heal.
For questions email:
darinamovement@gmail.com
Private Sessions
To book email:
darinamovement@gmail.com
Your first private session is all about getting to know you—your body, your history, and your goals. We’ll begin with a thoughtful conversation about your daily activities, past injuries, movement habits, and any previous physical therapy or exercise experience. Then, Darina will observe how you move through a series of simple exercises to assess your mobility, stability, and flexibility. From there, we’ll outline a personalized plan and work together to increase awareness, ease, and balance—creating the foundation for progress and well-being in your movement journey.
As your physical skills and mobility improve, Darina will have you focus increasingly on internal awareness and increased presence to promote emotional and physical integration. You’ll learn skills for increased self awareness, better mind‐body connection, and learn to reduce both physical and mental stress. As your body unwinds long-held stories, emotions, and patterns—and as physical strength and mobility improve—your overall ability to function will increase dramatically.
Workshops
Workshops offer a deeper dive into Darina’s full range of teachings, providing an opportunity to slow down, explore, connect more intentionally with your body, and understand “the why” of particular movements. Each workshop focuses on specific areas of the body, combining mindful movement with an understanding of the anatomical principles behind each exercise. Through this immersive experience, you’ll gain deeper knowledge of movement techniques and learn to support healing, build strength, enhance mobility, and cultivate a sense of calm and balance in both body and mind.
Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their practice and gain a more holistic understanding of movement and well-being.
email me at:
darinamovement@gmail.com
Get started:
-Maria M.
“I have known Darina since 2017 and cannot recommend her enough. Darina is a dedicated professional who has guided me through the years to help me navigate my body and spiritual journey.”
-Lulu S.
“Since 2013, I have been attending classes with Darina. Her classes have kept me agile after numerous years of sitting behind a desk and aging.”
-Katerina D..
“Her body rolling method is incredibly effective. What I appreciate most about Darina is she explains everything clearly and takes time to correct my form. I would highly recommend Darina to anyone looking for a more personalized approach.”
-John H.