High Tree Wellness,

A Movement and Wellness Collective

A proactive approach to better health through movement led by a Doctor of Physical Therapy.

Our Approach
Accountability. Consistency. Community.

These are not “quick fix” or “get healthy” classes, nor would I even use the word “fix.” I genuinely believe every BODY is beautiful and has the capacity to move and participate in some way. Working over the last 12 years it has been abundantly clear that there is a gap between the physical therapy and personal training worlds. The amount of times I have had patients end up back on my table because they stopped doing their exercises made me start to wonder, why do people have such a hard time sticking to the exercise routine? I have come to realize it is three things that keep people moving: Accountability. Consistency. Community. I want to make life accessible to all and promote longevity in function for all. I am passionate about form and function and in my classes try to fuse together functional movement, breath work and presence in a mindful and compassionate connection. My biggest passion lies in empowering humans with the mindfulness and understanding needed to care for their own bodies in a way that promotes longevity of function and overall well being.

Our Services

  • Functional Strength Classes

  • Yoga Classes

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Location

Classes are held at Platinum Physical Therapy in Ashland, MA.

Platinum Physical Therapy
15 W Union Street
Ashland, MA 01721

Meet Your Instructor

  • Kelsey Hoogeboom

    PT, DPT, RYT, OCS

About Kelsey

  • "Kelsey’s yoga class was recommended to me by another physical therapist over five years ago to help with my hip and shoulder discomfort. Since then, I have attended yoga classes once a week (I love them!) and am now attending a strength class. With her expertise in physical therapy and dedication to wellness, Kelsey is an extremely knowledgeable and superb teacher. She listens to and watches each student carefully for proper form and offers support as needed, e.g. changing one’s alignment or using a different size weight. Her classes are thoughtful and well-run. During each strength training class, Kelsey demonstrates the exercises and their accommodations, and explains their purposes. She is extremely patient and kind, and I trust her. I highly recommend both her yoga and strength classes."

    Sheryl

  • "I have been attending Kelsey’s over 50 strength class on Thursday nights and I would highly recommend giving it a try. Kelsey is very knowledgeable about the body and what we need it for as we age. Kelsey is always watching to make sure all exercises are done in the correct form. She is always happy to answer all questions and guide me in the right direction."

    Ellen

  • "I have been taking strength, fitness and balance classes with Kelsey for a year now. Classes are small -- ten or less -- with a lot of personal attention. Focusing on training older women to respect and care for their bodies, she readily adapts exercises as needed to coincide with our individual capabilities. Kelsey encourages communication and class camaraderie, which makes it all the more enjoyable! As a life-long couch potato, I am thrilled to be able to say I look forward to these classes each week, and even better, am incentivized to do them on my own."

    Nancy

  • "Having been diagnosed with osteoporosis, I joined Kelsey’s Functional Strength class last year with the goal of maintaining bone density. But I am achieving so much more! With these classes, I’ve learned that the body’s stabilizing muscles play a critically beneficial role in daily activity, and I am using these muscles more, as I gain strength with a moderate amount of regular exercise. The classes plus the at-home exercises focus on correct posture, balance, as well as strengthening all muscle groups (core, glutes, chest, arms, hips, quads, lats, to name a few). And although these are small group classes, Kelsey presents options so that students may consume the exercises at their individual level —building up from there. She meets us with whatever body we arrive with on that day! For me, one significant benefit of having joined these classes is gaining ‘awareness.’ One example: as I go about my daily activities, I now think about whether I’m positioned correctly to protect my lower back. Kelsey’s special brand of professionalism mixing constructive guidance with cheerful positivity makes me look forward to class every week!"

    Jane

  • "Her focus is on keeping us vibrant and engaged in life while enhancing our strength, our flexibility and balance. Little did I realize how much better I would feel. And I do! I thought I was pretty healthy! There is a sense of camaraderie and actual enjoyment in the class. And I'm not one who ever said exercise was 'fun.' There is also a feeling of well being and pride that comes from taking care of yourself as well as finding that you are indeed becoming stronger and more flexible as time goes by. I would encourage any woman to take this class and challenge themselves in this very nurturing supportive environment, they will be amazed at what they will accomplish. I can honestly say they many of my musculoskeletal aches have diminished significantly!"

    Susan

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