During National Wellness Week (Sept. 15-21), local wellness businesses in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria will feature free classes, educational talks, and discounts throughout the week. The Well Ray businesses of the Del Ray Business Association are dedicated to providing the community with services that contribute to a strong foundation of wellness. Join us for the following:

WELLNESS WEEK EVENTS

Tuesday, Sept. 17

• Four Directions Wellness (2001 Mount Vernon Ave.): Free Introduction to Reiki Class on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 7pm. Join Four Directions Wellness owner, Mara Benner, to explore the ancient healing technique of Reiki. Learn why clinical settings are adopting the technique and how it is used to balance the body, mind, emotions and spirit. Plus, learn a technique to support you too! No need to RSVP but look forward to seeing you there! Visit fourdirectionswellness.com for more information.  

Wednesday, Sept. 18

• Chrysalis Chiropractic (3140 Commonwealth Ave.): Complimentary 20-minute chair massage on Wed., Sept. 18 from 9am to 12pm. By appointment only; please call 703-535-7881 to book.
  
  
• Del Ray Psych and Wellness (1900 Mount Vernon Ave.): Join Dr. Eng on Wed., Sept. 18 at 7pm to learn how simple mindfulness techniques can bring an increased sense of peace and calm in your everyday life. Please note there is a $5 fee for this class; all money goes toward the selected charity of the month.
  

Thursday, Sept. 19

• Chrysalis Chiropractic (3140 Commonwealth Ave.): Complimentary 20 minute Chair Massage on Th., Sept. 18 from 9am to 12pm.  By appointment only; please call 703-535-7881 to book.

Friday, Sept. 20

• Del Ray Psych and Wellness (1900 Mount Vernon Ave.):  Free 15-minute career counseling consultations on Friday, Sept. 20.  Email office@delraypsych.com

Saturday, Sept. 21

• Del Ray Psych and Wellness (1900 Mount Vernon Ave.):  Introduction to Acupuncture Special -- $25 off first session.  Email office@delraypsych.com
  
  
• Del Ray Artisans (2704 Mount Vernon Ave.) hosts a Sound Meditation with Dante on Sat., Sept. 21 from 10-11:30am, featuring a soothing asana and breathwork class with sound vibration to build awareness and achieve a mentally clear, emotionally calm, and stable state. No experience necessary. $30 fee. Click here to register by Sept. 18.
  
  

WELLNESS WEEK DISCOUNTS

• Acupuncture Alexandria (3140 Commonwealth Ave.): All new patients that make an appointment during Wellness Week will receive a wellness swag bag.
  
  
• Acupuncture in Del Ray (3140 Commonwealth Ave.): New patients will receive a gift certificate for a for a complimentary initial acupuncture session to share with a family member or a friend. 
  
  
• Ascend Cycle (2413 Mount Vernon Ave):  Two weeks of unlimited classes for $20; new customers only.  Click here to purchase.  For questions please contact info@ascendcycle.com.
  
  
• Ascend Cycle (2413 Mount Vernon Ave):  Free health coaching consultation for any non-Ascend members during Wellness Week
  
  

• Core Wellness & Physical Therapy (2212 Mt Vernon Ave,): 40% off our 10-pack of Far Infrared Sauna Suite Sessions.  Limit one package per person.  Click here to purchase online.

• Del Ray Psych and Wellness (1900 Mount Vernon Ave.):  10% off Fall Programs: Hypnotherapy for Weight Loss and Mindfulness-Based Stress & Relaxation.  Email office@delraypsych.com for program discounts.   

• Ease Yoga and Cafe (3051 Mount Vernon Ave.): Introduction to Ease offer: unlimited yoga classes for 30 days for $30; new clients only. 

• Four Directions Wellness (2001 Mount Vernon Ave.): Experience the wonderful and relaxing modality of Reiki, a Japanese technique for balancing the mind, body and spirit.  Schedule your session today at Four Directions Wellness www.fourdirectionswellness.com.  Sessions available on weekends too!  Use code; DelRay to enjoy $10 off of your first session.

• The Healing Tree (2101 Mount Vernon Ave.):  Free posture screening and half price initial evaluation for all new patients over the age of 50!  For more information contact Dr. Cynthia Durakis at 703-706-9500.

• Organic Facialist (2201 Mount Vernon Ave, #103): 15% off product and services for new customers.
  
  
• Rachel Boehm - YesYou is partnering with PT Solutions for a foam rolling and self massage class on Facebook Live on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 9am -- visit www.facebook.com/YesYou.Co.  Plus, 10% off a one-month holistic health coaching getting started package.  Contact tellmemore@yesyou.co
  
  

• Synergy Float Center (1240 N. Pitt St.):  $49 for one 60-minute float (regular price: $89).  Limit three per customer; new customers only; expires one year after purchase.  Click here to purchase.

• Terrain Clinic (105 Oronoco St., #115): $75 off an initial visit for anyone who mentions Wellness Week when they book throughout the week (the appointment itself does not have to be during wellness week).

   Wellness Week in Del Ray is sponsored by the Wellness Group of the Del Ray Business Association, which represents the independently-owned health and wellness businesses in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria.  For more information, visit www.visitdelray.com.