2027 Community Class
and Series Descriptions
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FIRST CLASS - January 7: BLOOD
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Join Tricia, Traditions’ School Director and an Acuherbals Practitioner, for an engaging crash course in Anatomy and Physiology, designed to break down each body system and cover common disorders in an easy-to-understand format. Whether you're new to anatomy, preparing for your Foundations Class, enrolled in our Chinese Herbalism curriculum, or simply need a refresher, this course is tailored for all learners. Led by an experienced Anatomy and Health Sciences Teacher who is also a Clinical Herbalist, you'll receive expert instruction with a focus on practical understanding.
This course fulfills the Anatomy requirement for our Foundations of Western Herbalism and Chinese Herbalism programs, and it also meets the anatomy component of the basic sciences requirement for those pursuing the Registered Herbalist (RH) designation through the American Herbalists Guild (AHG). Please note: participation in all classes in the series is mandatory to fulfill the above requirements.
Classes: Thursdays from 6-8pm
Taught by: Tricia Streit Perez
Click on the links below to learn more about each class and to register for in-person or virtual.
Cost: $40 per individual class
OR
$450 for the bundle (if purchased before the first class on Jan. 7)
In-Person Bundle OR Virtual Bundle
BLOOD: January 7
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY: February 11
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM: March 11
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
NERVOUS SYSTEM: April 8
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM: May 20
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM: June 17
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
IMMUNE SYSTEM: July 15
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
URINARY SYSTEM: August 12
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM: September 9
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
MUSCULAR SYSTEM: October 7
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
SKELETAL SYSTEM: November 11
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM: December 9
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FIRST CLASS - January 15: Feed Your Soil
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Classes: Fridays from 10am-12pm
Taught by: Amira Mata
Click on the links below to learn more about each class and to register for in-person or virtual.
Cost: $40 per individual class
OR
$70 for the bundle (if purchased before the first class on Jan. 15)
In-Person Bundle OR Virtual Bundle
Friday, Jan. 15 – Feed Your Soil: Soil Health, Soil Amendments, Where to Start?
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
Friday, Nov. 5 – Growing Your Own Food in a Subtropical Climate, Florida Garden Staples
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FIRST CLASS - January 21: Let's Get Creative
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Are you ready to turn your passion for herbalism into a thriving business but unsure where to begin? Do you dream of building a career around your love for plants? Are you seeking step-by-step guidance to kickstart your journey into herbal entrepreneurship?
This four-part series will walk you through everything you need to transform your herbal dreams into a thriving venture. Led by Tricia Streit Perez, an experienced herbalist, educator, and business mentor, each session blends practical instruction with interactive exercises and take-home assignments. By the end, you’ll have the clarity, confidence, and action plan needed to launch and sustain your herbal business.
Bring your ideas, notebook, and calendar. We’ll work through each step together. Nothing is holding you back from building the herbal career you’ve always dreamed of!
Classes: Thursdays from 6-8pm
Taught by: Tricia Streit Perez
Click on the links below to learn more about each class and register for in-person or virtual.
Cost: $40 per individual class
OR
$150 for the bundle (if purchased before the first class on Jan. 21)
In-Person Bundle OR Virtual Bundle
Thursday, Jan. 21: Let’s Get Creative
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
Thursday, Feb. 25: Let’s Make it Legal
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
Thursday, March 25: Let’s Make it Happen
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
Thursday, April 22: Let’s Keep it Growing
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FIRST CLASS: Feb. 12: Wild Color
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This class is not offered virtually or recorded.
Classes: Fridays from 10am-12pm
Taught by: Amira Mata
Click on the links below to learn more about the class and register.
Cost for individual class: $44
OR
$80 for the bundle (if purchased before the first class on Feb. 12)
Friday, Feb. 12 - Wild Color
Friday, March 19- Eco Printing
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FIRST CLASS - March 12: Spring
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Join Ruthie for a seasonal herb experience! Handcraft several herbal products to celebrate the change in season, such as an Herbal Tea Blend, skincare, and more! Enjoy delicious seasonal herbal recipes while you explore the herbs! Go home with several products and fond memories!
This class is not offered virtually or recorded.
Please bring two 8 oz jars to take home any herbal products that you may make.
Classes: Fridays from 6-8 pm
Taught by: Ruthie Glass
Click on the links below to learn more about the class and register.
Cost for individual class: $44
OR
$150 for the bundle (if purchased before the first class on March 12
Friday, March 12 - Spring
Friday, June 18 - Summer
Friday, Sept. 17 - Fall
Friday, Dec. 17
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FIRST CLASS - March 18: The Magic of Simmering
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Simmering, double extraction, syrups and gummies. Making medicine from mushrooms offers numerous benefits, including their therapeutic properties that support immune function, cognitive health, and overall wellness. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, mushrooms also contribute to nutrition.
Join Ruthie for a mushroom experience of the senses with a meditative tea tasting, savory culinary mushroom offerings, shared mushroom preparation to take home and an opportunity to create your own blend. Notes and recipes are provided! If you're curious about medicine making, this series is a fantastic opportunity to learn!
Please bring two 8-oz jars, all other supplies are included.
Classes: Thursdays from 6-8pm
Taught by: Ruthie Glass
Click on the links below to learn more about the class and register.
Cost for individual class: $44
OR
$120 for the bundle (if purchased before the first class on March 18)
In-Person Bundle OR Virtual Bundle
March 18: The Magic of Simmering
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
April 29: The Double Extraction Method
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
May 27: Forest Infusions
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FIRST CLASS - April 16: Copy Cats
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Join Amira Mata for an educational workshop on Florida’s Friendly Flora.
Classes: Fridays from 10am-12pm
Taught by: Amira Mata
Click on the links below to learn more about the class and register.
Cost for individual class: $40
OR
$70 for the bundle (if purchased before the first class on April 16)
In-Person Bundle OR Virtual Bundle
Friday, April 16 - Copy Cats
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
Friday, Oct. 15 - Foundational Botany
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FIRST CLASS - May 13: Understanding the Thyroid: Triggers & Nutrition
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Ready to take control of your thyroid health? Join Tricia Streit Perez for a transformative 3-part workshop series, where you'll receive step-by-step guidance, accountability, and the tools to thrive. Whether you're dealing with Hypothyroid, Hashimoto’s, Hyperthyroid, Graves' disease, or simply want to support your thyroid function, this series is for you.
In this series, you’ll gain insights into the causes of thyroid dysfunction, learn which tests provide a clear picture of thyroid health, and explore actionable steps to move from illness to wellness. Discover how to identify symptoms of thyroid imbalance, the best thyroid-specific nutrients, exercise routines, supportive herbs, and the impact of food and environmental toxins on your thyroid. Beyond informative lectures, each session will include in-class activities and homework for practical learning.
Classes: Thursdays from 6-8pm
Taught by: Tricia Striet Perez
Click the links below to learn more about each class and to register for in-person or virtual.
Cost: $44 per individual class
OR
$115 for the bundle (if purchased before the first class on May 13)
In-Person Bundle OR Virtual Bundle
Thursday, May 13: Understanding the Thyroid: Triggers & Nutrition
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
Thursday, June 24: Stress, Sleep, and Movement
In-Person Class OR Virtual Class
Thursday, July 29: Environmental Toxins, Self-Care and Moving Forward
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Join Ruthie for this hands-on workshop designed for anyone looking for effective alcohol-free ways to support their wellness.
Please bring two 8oz jars to take home any herbal products that you may make.
Friday, Nov. 12 from 6-8pm
Taught by: Ruth Glass
Cost: $44
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Join Ruthie for a hands-on workshop on how to craft handmade herbal products for glowing skin. You will learn topical herbalism—discovering how to draw active nutrients out of flowers, roots, and mushrooms
Please bring two 8 oz jars to take home any herbal products that you may make.
Friday, Dec. 3 from 6-8pm
Taught by: Ruth Glass
Cost: $44
Refund Policy:
Cancelling up to three days prior to class, refunds are available with a 5% deduction, or payment is transferable to future classes.
Community Class Offerings
Come join the fun and explore our engaging community classes! With a variety of topics to choose from, each class is designed to be interactive and informative.
Most of our sessions take place on Thursday evenings, with some special classes offered on Friday nights and weekends.
Most of our classes are offered in a hybrid format and are recorded. You can choose to attend in person or online, and you'll receive access to the recording, along with the slides and any additional handouts.
Don’t miss out on these exciting learning opportunities!
Here is a list of our upcoming classes! Virtual classes will be indicated on the picture!
Meet The Teachers!
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Bob Linde, AP, RH(AHG)
Bob Linde’s journey to becoming a Registered Herbalist and Acupuncture Physician has been anything but conventional. From starting self-study in herbalism at age 10 to exploring a variety of careers—including commercial diving, treasure hunting, military service, and activism with Greenpeace—Bob eventually found his calling in natural medicine. As the owner of Acupuncture & Herbal Therapies and co-founder of Traditions School of Herbal Studies in St. Petersburg, Florida, Bob has designed comprehensive training programs for both Chinese and Western clinical herbalists and oversees a student clinic. He also consults for herbal product companies, grows medicinal plants, and is a frequent speaker at national conferences. An avid traveler and educator, Bob has shared his expertise on TV shows like Animal Planet and INTI TV’s “Sanaciones con Bob Linde.” His school offers a wide array of herbalism classes and continues to expand, nurturing a community of future herbalists and acupuncturists.
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Dr. Martina Pelevic, DOM, AP
Dr. Martina Pelevic is a dedicated acupuncturist at Acupuncture and Herbal Therapies who earned her Doctorate in Acupuncture with a specialization in Chinese Herbal Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science. This rigorous clinical doctorate, on par with programs completed by M.D.s and Chiropractors, emphasizes advanced clinical training and the practical integration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with modern healthcare. During her studies, Dr. Pelevic focused on bridging the gap between Eastern and Western medical approaches, developing strategies to improve communication and collaboration across these systems to enhance patient care. Her clinical focus is mental health, stress management, hormone balance, chronic pain, autoimmune disease, the role of genetic variations in tailoring adaptations to the patient, and much more. Her long-term goal is to work in a hospital setting where TCM is fully integrated alongside Western Medicine.
In addition to her clinical work, she is passionate about community education and regularly shares accessible insights into the principles and benefits of TCM at Traditions School of Herbal Studies, helping to make holistic healing more approachable and empowering for all.
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Tricia Streit Perez, MS, Clinical Herbalist, Educator, and Wellness Specialist
Tricia is the Director at Traditions School of Herbal Studies, where she designed and teaches the Anatomy for the Herbalist Series, Thyroid Wellness Workshop Series, Business of Herbalism Workshop Series, and the Physical Assessment for the Herbalist and Acupuncturist Intensive. She also assists in teaching within the Western Herbalism program. Before joining the Traditions family in 2020, she taught Anatomy and Health Sciences in the Pinellas County School District and previously held teaching positions at Temple University, Florida State University, and Florida International University.
Tricia holds Clinical Certifications in both Western and Chinese Herbalism as well as a Flower Essences Practitioner Certification from Traditions School of Herbal Studies. She is a Clinical Western Herbalist, Clinical Chinese Herbalist, Certified Flower Essences Practitioner, Certified Wellness Coach, and a Certified Prenatal and Postpartum Fitness Specialist. Formerly, she was licensed by the Pennsylvania and Florida State Medical Boards as a Certified Athletic Trainer, in addition to being an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and licensed teacher.
Her earlier career was dedicated to Sports Medicine, where she spent over a decade traveling with and providing medical care for collegiate athletic teams. She earned her Bachelor’s in Sports Medicine, Master’s in Sports Management/Physical Education, and completed post-baccalaureate studies in Biomedical Sciences.
After guiding herself into remission from autoimmune disease through intentional lifestyle changes, Tricia discovered the profound healing power of herbalism. Out of this journey, she founded Mama’s Essentials, her line of small-batch organic herbal products. Through her private practice, she also provides Herbal and Wellness Coaching to support clients on their own healing paths.
Tricia is passionate about educating and empowering others to create sustainable, lifelong changes that honor the body’s innate wisdom. Her mission is simple: to help you know and love your body, so you can give it what it needs to thrive.
Appointments can be booked through Acuherbals by calling 727-551-0857.
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Ruth Glass, Clinical Herbalist
Ruth Glass is a clinical and folk herbalist, as well as an instructor at Traditions School of Herbal Studies. She holds two degrees in education and is a graduate of Traditions, having completed both the Chinese Herbal Program and the Western Herbal Program. Ruth also serves as a supervisor for the Western and Chinese student clinic.
Her teaching focuses on herbal medica, herbal medicine making, herbal first aid, and bioregional herbalism. A former president of the local chapter of the American Herbalists Guild, Ruth still has an active role coordinating all chapters of the Guild across the country.
In addition to her herbal work, Ruth created Forest and Hearth, where she offers nature programs for children and elders, along with creative writing classes that integrate herbalism, writing, and music. You can find her seeing clients at Acupuncture and Herbal Therapies, volunteering with various organizations, handcrafting herbal and art projects, or hiking the beautiful trails around Tampa Bay!
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Gray Dean, Clinical Herbalist
Gray Dean’s passion for plants was ignited by countless childhood walks in her grandmother’s garden and adventures in the woods of northeast Georgia. She completed a two-year program and clinical practicum at the Florida Academy of Ayurveda, along with the Chinese Clinical Herbalism Program at the Traditions School of Herbal Studies.
Now, Gray combines the rich traditions of Indian medicine with the principles of Chinese and Western Herbalism to create engaging and interactive classes. Her hands-on approach immerses participants in herbal medicine-making, providing practical knowledge and skills.
Gray also provides one-on-one herbal consults utilizing her diverse herbal tool kit. To book a service with her and explore more of her offerings, visit her website at www.sagerootswellness.com!
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Alissa Perrigo, RN, HTP, AHN-BC, Herbalist
Alissa completed her herbal training at Traditions School of Herbal Studies and is a Board Certified Advanced Holistic Nurse with a Master’s degree from Florida Atlantic University. As a Clinical Western Herbalist and Certified Flower Essence Practitioner, Alissa believes in the power of balance for achieving a healthier, more vibrant life. In her client consultations, she focuses on customized herbal teas, tinctures, and flower essences, along with dietary recommendations, energy balancing, and spiritual cleansing. You can book an appointment with her at Acupuncture and Herbal Therapies.
