Jenny Pareno

Jenny Pereno has been an integral part of the Esalen community for over a decade, as massage therapist and instructor.  She also maintains a private massage practice in San Luis Obispo, California, which she calls home. Beyond her nurturing hands, her adventurous spirit shines through as an avid trail runner and marathon racer. She finds balance in the beauty of movement and  through her deep connection with nature.

Upcoming Programs by Jenny Pareno

Introduction to Esalen® Massage: The Art of Healing Touch

Also With Silvia Guersenzvaig

September 19 - 21, 2025

This workshop invites you to enjoy Esalen in the fall as you gain foundational skills in our famed massage modality. Silvia and Jenny will guide you in this experience of mindful touch translated to the massage table. Through lectures, brief demonstrations, and supervised practice, they will introduce the basics: quality of touch, rapport, massage skills […]