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FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA’S TRUSTED MASSAGE THERAPY SCHOOL
BEAR RIVER
INSTITUTE OF HEALING ARTS
This school was created to offer something different—real training with heart.
At Bear River Institute of Healing Arts, massage therapy is more than a job: it's a way to serve others with compassion, presence, and purpose. For those seeking a new path that brings both meaning and sustainable income, this program provides practical skills, mentorship, and the foundation for a fulfilling career in holistic wellness.
WHO WE ARE
Bear River Institute of Healing Arts was born from a deep belief: that healing is an art form, and massage therapy is a sacred skill. We created this space to offer high-integrity education that honors both the physical and energetic aspects of bodywork.
Here, students learn how to truly listen—to the body, to the nervous system, to their own hands—and become the kind of practitioners people trust.
MEET LINDA OSORIO
FOUNDER & LEAD EDUCATOR
E-RYT 500 | NCTMB | Reiki Master | Thai Massage Certified | Oncology Massage Certified
Founder of Bear River Institute of Healing Arts & House of Yoga Academy Owner of Bear River Spa and Yoga
Linda brings nearly 20 years of experience in the wellness field, specializing in massage therapy, energy healing, and yoga. She is the visionary founder of House of Yoga Academy, the former owner of successful yoga studios, and the current owner of Bear River Spa and Yoga, where she continues to inspire healing and growth.
After selling her studios in 2021, Linda dedicated herself fully to training the next generation of therapists and teachers through high-integrity, impactful programs. Her teaching blends anatomical expertise, mindful movement, and energetic awareness, delivered with depth, clarity, and compassion.
“I don’t teach massage — I teach humans
to trust their hands, their hearts, and their path.”
MEET THOMAS CAPSHEW, PH.D.
Founder & Educator
Usui Reiki Shinpiden | Ordained Interfaith Minister | Ordained Shamanic Minister | Certified Shamanic Breathwork Facilitator
Thomas Capshew is a student of life.
He is a life-long learner, spanning diverse fields of religion, spirituality, law, ethics, healing, energy work, shamanism, consciousness, and human potential. He practices and teaches meditation, brain science, and modalities for healing and transformation. He has the mind of an attorney, the heart of a social worker, and the soul of a mystic. Through interactive workshops and personalized guidance, Tom empowers participants to tap into their innate healing abilities and cultivate a sense of inner peace and vitality. His compassionate demeanor and extensive knowledge make him a trusted mentor and guide on the journey of life. Please visit his website at www.thomascapshew.com to learn more or schedule a consultation.
“We assist students to access and develop their unique gifts to provide sacred service to other beings and our world.”
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OUR MISSION
At Bear River Institute of Healing Arts, we believe healing is an art and a science. Our mission is to prepare students for thriving careers in massage therapy by providing a curriculum that blends anatomy, manual therapy, energy healing, and self-care.