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Meditation cushion, book, and mat for holistic development

A space to come back to yourself. 

Bodywork • Movement • Coaching • Training
A center for healing, growth, and embodied living.

WELCOME TO ORA

More than a studio. More than a spa.

A place to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and cultivate greater awareness, resilience, and embodied well-being.

EXPLORE ORA

Find what supports you.

Different pathways into healing, growth, and embodied living.

Services

Yoga & Movement

Movement practices that cultivate awareness, resilience, strength, and ease.

Bodywork & Massage

Hands‑on care to ease tension, restore balance, and reconnect with your body.

Somatic Coaching

Explore patterns, deepen self-awareness, and create meaningful change from the inside out.

Yoga Teacher Training

TRAIN WITH ORA

200-Hour Somatic Yoga Teacher Training 

 

An immersive training in mindful movement, embodied awareness, and the art of teaching. Two certifications woven into one transformative experience.


Beginning January 2027
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Our Fall Somatic Retreats Series is Underway!

Slow down, reconnect, and explore the wisdom of your body.

 

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The Embodied Self

Sunday, November 8 • 9 AM–1 PM​

The third of four retreats. Attend what you can.

1 Retreat $85

Both Retreats $150

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NEW TO ORA?

A little space to begin.

Explore 2 weeks of unlimited classes for just $25. Discover the practices, teachers, and community that feel right for you.

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Meet Madia

 

Madia Swicord, B.S., E-RYT 500, LMT

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Founder of ORA Center • Somatic Practitioner • Yoga Teacher Trainer • Integrative Coach

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Madia Swicord, B.S., E-RYT 500, LMT, is a Certified Presence-Based Coach and graduate of the Hakomi Professional Training, with more than 25 years of experience in somatic bodywork, mindful movement and coaching.

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Rooted in connection and curiosity, she creates space for people to reconnect with themselves and explore new possibilities for growth, resilience, and embodied leadership.

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Cari P., YTT Grad

"200 hour YTT with Madia was transformational. She created an intimate environment that felt safe and nurturing allowing me to truly look inward and unite my mind, body, and spirit, the true meaning of yoga.  I graduated from training with a healthier self-image, a deeper spiritual connection, and a solid foundation for continued growth."
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Anonymous, Client

ORA Center (formerly Madia's Healing Arts is THE best place for anyone seeking a healing and transformative yoga experience. Positive philosophies are woven into the classes, fostering a sense of balance and harmony within the mind, body, and soul.
Madia's 20+ years of knowledge and experience, her varied teaching styles, purposeful music, and personable approach to every guest all contribute to awarding this studio as the very best yoga experience in Chattanooga.
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Anonymous, Client

Madia holds space for me that is  safe and comfortable, and she gently challenges me to seek and look at my true self with love  and compassion. Our Coaching sessions help me deeply connect to my body and  to my truest self. Connecting to myself with love and tenderness and compassion has lead me  to the deep knowing of what is best for me as I navigate decisions in my life."
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