Gingeroot is an integrative wellness clinic that provides healing, pain-relief, and lasting solutions. We offer an unique approach to the mind, body, and soul through Acupuncture, Therapeutic Massage, Fire-Cupping, Chinese Food Therapy, Cranial Sacral Therapy and Sound Bath Healing all in one place.
AAPI and Queer owned and operated. Trauma-informed Care. Safe-Space for all.
I’m a dedicated Massage therapist known for my intuitive touch and positive energy. I believe in the human body’s ability to heal when provided safe, skilled, and empathetic support. The principle of my practice is to help create alignment, tension release, and lasting solutions.
There is great importance in receiving and holding compassion for all groups, while also recognizing the effects of those disadvantaged. I seek to create a safe and healing space for people of all body types, gender expressions, ethnicities, and lived experiences.
I look forward to meeting you! More details can be found on our website.
A Local Hub for Art, Espresso, and LGBTQ Expression in Tucson
Located in the heart of Main Gate Square, just steps from the University of Arizona, Espresso Art Cafe stands out as a vibrant, inclusive space that celebrates creativity, connection, and community. As a proud part of downtown Tucson’s growing network of LGBTQ-friendly businesses, this eclectic coffeehouse and bar invites locals and visitors alike to enjoy everything from expertly crafted espresso drinks to late-night drag shows and live music.
Whether you’re stopping in for a morning latte, catching a jazz set after class, or dancing the night away at a drag fashion show, Espresso Art Cafe offers something for everyone—especially those looking for an LGBTQ-friendly environment that welcomes all with open arms.
🌈 LGBTQ-Friendly & Community-Driven
Espresso Art Cafe is proud to be a safe space for Tucson’s LGBTQ+ community, actively hosting events like drag performances, open mic nights, and Pride fundraisers. Their latest collaboration with the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation (SAAF)—a Pride Fashion Show Fundraiser—is just one example of how they use their platform to uplift and support queer voices.
Looking for live music, unique drinks, or a chill hookah lounge? Espresso Art Cafe has you covered:
🎷 Staircase Session Jazz Nights
🎤 Open Mic Nights (no comedians)
👑 Drag Shows & Pride Events
🎶 Live DJs & Special Guest Bands
🎯 Trivia & Karaoke Nights
🎨 Rotating Local Art Exhibits
Pair your experience with one of their light bites, house-made cocktails, or flavored hookahs for a full sensory experience.
A lively afternoon at Espresso Art Cafe, where Tucson’s LGBTQ community comes together for coffee, connection, and chess.
☕ Coffee, Cocktails & Creativity
Their drink menu features everything from bold espresso drinks to expertly crafted cocktails, making this the perfect spot whether you’re looking to study by day or sip by night. Try one of their specialty blends, or stay for happy hour and enjoy drink specials in their cozy, art-filled atmosphere.
At GayTucson.com, we spotlight spaces that support our community, fuel creativity, and celebrate queer joy. Espresso Art Cafe checks all the boxes, making it one of the top LGBTQ-friendly spots in Tucson.
Whether you’re looking to perform, connect, or just vibe with a great cup of coffee, this is the place to be.
Spinal Flow by Isha is a heart-led healing practice that supports your nervous system through gentle touch, deep listening, and real respect for your body’s natural wisdom. If you’re tired of pushing through stress, pain, burnout, or emotional overload, this is a softer, more compassionate way to come back to yourself.
Based in Tucson, Spinal Flow by Isha proudly welcomes LGBTQ+ folks and allies. This is an affirming space where you don’t have to explain your identity, “tone it down,” or make yourself easier to accept. You get to show up as you are—and your body, boundaries, and lived experience are honored.
What Is Spinal Flow?
Spinal Flow is a gentle, non-force healing modality that works with the spine and nervous system. It’s designed to help the body release stored tension, stress, and survival patterns that can build up over time.
A lot of us carry stress not just in our minds, but in our bodies—especially if we’ve lived through trauma, chronic stress, long-term anxiety, or years of feeling unsafe or unseen. This work meets you where you are, without judgment and without pressure.
What to Expect in a Spinal Flow Session
Sessions involve light touch at specific access points along the spine and sacrum. The goal is to help your nervous system shift out of fight-or-flight and into a more regulated, grounded state.
When your nervous system feels safe, your body can begin to reorganize and settle naturally. People often leave sessions feeling calmer, more present, and emotionally lighter. Some clients also notice physical relief, better sleep, clearer emotions, or a deeper sense of inner safety.
Trauma-Aware, Consent-Based Nervous System Support
Isha—the practitioner behind Spinal Flow by Isha—offers an approach that’s trauma-aware, consent-based, and never rushed. Healing here shouldn’t feel invasive, conditional, or like you need to “perform” wellness.
This work isn’t about fixing you. It’s about creating the conditions where your body can remember how to heal and regulate itself.
Who Spinal Flow Can Help
Spinal Flow by Isha is a great fit if you’re navigating:
Anxiety or ongoing stress
Burnout or emotional exhaustion
Chronic tension or overwhelm
Life transitions, grief, or big changes
A desire to feel safer and more at home in your body
You don’t need to be flexible, spiritual, or “already healed” to benefit. You only need to show up.
A Tucson Healing Practice Rooted in Community
Tucson’s LGBTQ+ community thrives on authenticity, resilience, and chosen family—and Spinal Flow by Isha reflects those same values. If you’re looking for gentle nervous system support in Tucson, this is an invitation to slow down, soften, and reconnect in a way that feels safe and empowering.
Reviews:
Client feedback: feeling lighter, more relaxed, and supported after a session.
I had an amazing experience with Spinal Flow by Isha. After just one session, my chronic back pain noticeably decreased, which honestly surprised me. Isha is incredibly professional and clearly knows what she’s doing. From the moment I walked in, she made me feel comfortable with her warm, welcoming presence. She took the time to explain the process and made sure I felt at ease the entire session. I left feeling lighter, more relaxed, and hopeful. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with ongoing back pain or simply looking for genuine, thoughtful care. – Marissa Love ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Author of a sassy journal collection on Amazon giving you tools to sacredly spiral out of what you no longer need
FAQs
What is Spinal Flow?
Spinal Flow is a gentle, non-force healing modality that works with the spine and nervous system. It’s designed to support the body in releasing stored tension, stress, and “survival mode” patterns so you can feel more regulated and at ease.
How does Spinal Flow support the nervous system?
Spinal Flow uses light touch at specific access points along the spine and sacrum. This helps the nervous system shift out of fight-or-flight and into a calmer, more regulated state—where the body can rest, reset, and restore balance naturally.
What happens during a Spinal Flow session?
Sessions involve gentle, intentional touch along the spine and sacrum. There’s no forceful manipulation. The focus is on helping your body feel safe enough to unwind stress and tension at its own pace.
Is Spinal Flow chiropractic care or a massage?
No. Spinal Flow is not chiropractic adjustment and it isn’t massage therapy. It’s a light-touch modality focused on nervous system regulation and the body’s natural ability to reorganize and release stored stress.
What can Spinal Flow help with?
People often seek Spinal Flow support for:
Anxiety and chronic stress
Burnout and emotional exhaustion
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in survival mode
Life transitions, grief, or big emotional seasons
Chronic tension and a desire to feel more grounded
What results do people commonly report?
Many clients report feeling calmer, more grounded, emotionally lighter, and more connected to their bodies after sessions. Some people also notice physical relief, improved sleep, emotional clarity, and a greater sense of internal safety. (Everyone’s experience is different.)
Is Spinal Flow trauma-informed?
Yes. Spinal Flow by Isha is trauma-aware and consent-based, with a strong focus on creating a safe, respectful environment. The work is never rushed or invasive, and your boundaries are honored throughout.
Is Spinal Flow LGBTQ+ affirming?
Absolutely. Spinal Flow by Isha proudly serves Tucson’s LGBTQ+ community and allies. This is an affirming space where you don’t need to explain your identity or soften yourself to be accepted—your lived experience is respected fully.
Do I need to be spiritual (or “into energy work”) to try this?
Nope. You don’t have to be spiritual, flexible, or familiar with any healing modalities. Spinal Flow is body-centered and meets you where you are. You can come in skeptical, curious, exhausted, or hopeful—it’s all welcome.
Who is this practice best for?
This work is especially supportive for people who feel like they’ve been “pushing through” for a long time—whether that’s stress, pain, burnout, or emotional overwhelm—and want a gentler approach that prioritizes safety, consent, and nervous system care.
Is this about “fixing” me?
Not at all. The intention is not to fix you. Spinal Flow by Isha focuses on creating the right conditions for your body to regulate, release, and reconnect—so healing can happen in a way that feels safe and empowering.
What should I wear to my appointment?
Wear whatever helps you feel comfortable and relaxed. Most people choose soft, easy-to-move-in clothing.
How many sessions will I need?
It varies. Some people feel a noticeable shift after one session, while others prefer ongoing support—especially if they’re navigating long-term stress, burnout, or big life changes. Your needs and pace are respected.
What if I’m nervous or don’t know what to expect?
That’s completely normal. You’re welcome to show up exactly as you are. The approach is gentle and consent-based, and you can ask questions or share boundaries at any point.
Can Spinal Flow replace therapy or medical care?
Spinal Flow can be a supportive complement to therapy or medical care, but it isn’t a substitute for professional medical or mental health treatment. If you’re dealing with severe symptoms or a medical concern, it’s always best to consult a licensed provider.
Have you ever felt seen, valued, or important? Here at Creatively Queer Press, we want everyone to experience that feeling through the media they consume. We’ve seen in popular media that many people in the LGBTQ+ or BIPOC communities lack representation with accuracy or empathy if represented at all.
Our mission as a publishing company is to change that. We look to media for versions of ourselves and for visions of who we could be. If we don’t see ourselves represented then our dreams can feel limited, or at worst, discouraged. Diversity is something we believe should be visible and celebrated.
The Media
One of our first publications does that for the queer Latinx community: Cuentos. This bilingual Latinx mythology art anthology came to fruition by our Creatively Queer Press team. With the help of two dozen queer Latinx artists and writers. Every entry is a painting or illustration about a myth, legend, or creature from folklore. The artworks are accompanied by either fiction or non-fiction writing about the subject in both Spanish and English.
Through Cuentos our founder Luis Silva discovered our first editor for the CQP team: A. Dante Bravo. Originally a contributing artist and writer, Dante took on the task of editing the book layout and running the Kickstarter campaign to raise funds for the print books of Cuentos. To help finish Cuentos, our second editor Joelle Blot was also invited to join us on the book’s publishing journey. Together our team of three queer creators works to share our books all across the town of Tucson, AZ, and far beyond. By collaborating with queer and POC creatives from all over the world, Creatively Queer Press strives to create and publish accessible entertainment for fans of all genres of comic books, art anthologies, gaming books, and so much more.
We are also working towards building an animation team to help us create groundbreaking animated films that serve our mission of inclusive representation. We invite everyone who values diversity to discover a new favorite on our website at www.creativelyqueerpress.com
Thinking about adopting? Families for Private Adoption (ffpa.org) is a not for profit agency that can help your family through the adoption process. The FPA supports and educates parents who are looking to grow their family with the aid of private adoption. Additionally, the FPA works around the many religious-based adoption agencies to specifically help LGBT families with adopting.
To meet their mission, Families for Private Adoption offers two training classes each year. They teach parents looking to adopt how to get through all the red tape and adopt a beautiful, worthwhile child. The FPA holds adoption training workshops in Phoenix, AZ. They will hold more workshops as their need for training increases. Please, click here for Adoption Training Workshops near you!
Families For Private Adoption – Loving Family
Why Trust Families for Private Adoption?
Families for Private Adoption has been serving the LGBTQ community since its inception, in 1984. In fact, it is the oldest non-profit organization in private adoption. Until 2015, all workshops were held in the Washington D.C. area. However, we recently expanded our reach and are now offering this workshop in Phoenix, Arizona.
We have recruited the state’s top-notch attorneys (all AAAA) and adoption professionals that are all encouraging and accepting of LGBTQ adoption. The aim of the workshop is to educate prospective adoptive parents on how to independently adopt in the state of Arizona. This includes presentations from attorneys, social workers, birth mothers, and adoptive parents. Prospective adoptive parents leave this workshop equipped to adopt, from start-to-finish. Topics include Arizona adoption law, ICPC, birth mom search strategies, home study requirements, communication with birth parents, and funding.
The unique nature of FPA is that we are all volunteers. No one gets paid-most of us are adoptive parents that simply wish to pay it forward. Our organization not only provides bi-annual workshops, but also “buddy” mentors for the adoption process and social events to encourage collaboration.
The FPA is making great friends as well! Currently, the FPA is working with Equality Arizona on Project Jigsaw. Project Jigsaw spreads the word about private adoption as a viable family building option for LGBT individuals and families.
I look forward to all the great things coming out of Families for Private Adoption in the near future.
Have a great day,
Tony Ray 🙂
Families For Private Adoption – Another Loving Family
Tucson’s Rising Phoenix Self-Defense & Fitness is a unique, queer-friendly martial arts and self-defense gym open to all ages, skill levels, and fitness levels. Rising Phoenix has named this branch of their program The Rainbow Connection.
Our Approach
Founded in 2014, Rising Phoenix takes a different approach to self-defense training by using therapeutic martial arts instruction to promote healthy human connection, emotional control, and the importance of consent.
Each class focuses on street-smart self-defense skills and concepts designed to be immediately applicable to real-world situations. The self-defense we teach is based on Israeli Krav Maga, specifically intended to be practical, functional, and quick to learn.
In 2021, the Israeli Martial Arts Hall of Fame named Rising Phoenix the Best Krav Maga School in Tucson.
The Rainbow Connection
Rising Phoenix provides a welcoming environment for people in the LGBTQIA+ community to be themselves, gain confidence, and learn valuable skills. Rainbow Connection is our weekly donations-based self-defense class for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Rainbow Connection was established as part of Rising Phoenix in 2016. The program was created by former gym member James Cook, who saw the need for self-defense training among his fellow members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Our Rainbow Connection classes provide training specifically designed to address concerns in the queer community. We practice trauma-aware instruction, focused on helping students take ownership of their minds and bodies to challenge their comfort zones and discover what they’re capable of.
Rainbow Connection is a safe place. Its dedication is to helping participants effectively learn and use assertiveness and self-defense skills in uncomfortable, intimidating, and scary situations. Our instructors and students use their strengths to help, support, and encourage each other to succeed.
Our Classes
Tucson’s Rising Phoenix offers a variety of self-defense, martial arts, and fitness classes, ranging from Krav Maga, Yoga, and Group Fitness, to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Weapons Tactics, and more!
We have two donations-based classes that are open to the public: Our Rainbow Connection LGBTQIA+ self-defense classes every Saturday from noon – 1:00 p.m., and our women’s self-defense classes every Friday from 6:00 p.m. –7:30 p.m. and every Saturday from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
One-on-one private lessons, small-group private lessons, customized group workshops, and corporate training sessions are also available.
Our Owner
The founder and owner of Rising Phoenix, Jesse James Tucker, has been teaching self-defense and Krav Maga for over 15 years. He holds black belts in four different Krav Maga systems. He is also a certified Krav Maga instructor with the Federation of Israeli Martial Arts (FIMA).
Jesse has been inducted into both the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame and the Israeli Martial Arts Hall of Fame. He was named Defense Master Instructor of the Year in 2021 by the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame.
Reviews
Matt S.
“Stepping into a martial arts gym can be really scary, especially when you’re not a “Tough Guy,” but summoning my courage and walking through the doors at Rising Phoenix is the best thing I’ve done since relocating to Tucson three years ago. Jesse and his fellow instructors go out of their way to make people of every age, body type, culture, and orientation feel welcome and empowered with the best in modern martial arts training.
Rising Phoenix’s Krav Maga isn’t static: It’s constantly evolving and incorporating techniques from kickboxing, jiu-jitsu, and catch wrestling, alongside the tried and true martial education in Israeli Krav Maga you’d expect. Rising Phoenix also offers more stuff than Krav Maga, too: specialized instruction in Judo, BJJ, and Muay Thai, weapons, and you can take as much as you want for one price. I look back at the years I’ve spent training here and see a totally changed me. I’m tougher physically and psychologically, and my day-to-day life is better for it. Thanks, Jesse!”
Kristina S.
“I can honestly say training at Rising Phoenix is one of the best decisions I have EVER made. Whether you are at a beginner or advanced level in Krav Maga, BJJ, etc, this place makes you feel right at home. I have never met any instructors who are as passionate about teaching self-defense. Jesse, Chance, and Alicia are three of the most amazing people I have met in Tucson. I can ask endless questions, pose endless scenarios, and someone is ALWAYS ready to help and answer my questions.
Instructors will stay after class with you for more than an hour to discuss your personal training plan, answer any questions you might have, or just to talk about your experiences and what brought you to Rising Phoenix. They care about your personal experience and want to help you get what kind of training you’re looking for.… I have learned so much from Rising Phoenix, and I cannot wait to continue my training. I have gone to other gyms in Tucson, but there is no place better to train than Rising Phoenix. The atmosphere and the instructors are unbeatable.”
Jeremiah Thomas
“The people here are amazing. The instructors are professional, helpful, willing to show techniques that meet your fitness level, and very supportive. The training here is awesome. From real-life situations to multiple scenarios per technique, the instructors here are on top of their game. The group fitness class is great. It will work you into fighting shape pretty effectively. If you come, just say hi to anyone, and you will find a friend at this gym. I have been coming here for a couple of years now. Every new person is immediately treated as someone you’ve known for a lifetime. It really does make this such an inviting place to learn how to defend yourself and others.”
Company Name: Tucson’s Rising Phoenix Fitness & Defense Office Address: 4500 E Speedway Blvd, Suite 4, Tucson, AZ 85712 Contact Name (s): Jesse James Tucker Phone (s): (520) 838-1592 Email: tucsonrisingphoenix@gmail.com Pricing: sliding scale Website:https://tucsonselfdefenseandfitness.com/ Office hours: (Please check our website for class times)
Mobility Plus
245 S Tucson Blvd Ste 2
Tucson AZ 85719
Mobility Plus
10861 N Mavinee Dr Ste 155
Oro Valley AZ 85737
Mobility Plus
9140 N Silverbell Rd Ste 120
Marana AZ 84743
Mobility Plus is a locally owned small business and it is operated by Gary & Dan Ross. They are proud to be part of Tucson’s LGBTQ community and Gary is a veteran with over 25 years of service. Mobility Plus is a franchise that offers sales, repairs, installations, and rentals of scooters, ramps, lifts, and more. Gary & Dan opened their first location in Central Tucson, and they plan to open a location in Oro Valley and in East Tucson.
Gary was a Midshipman at the United States Naval Academy and Dan was a Flight Attendant at US Airways when they met in 2000. They were living in Tucson when they made headlines in 2011 by becoming the first same-sex military couple to legally marry following the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” Gary & Dan also successfully challenged the constitutionality of the so-called “Defense of Marriage Act” when it comes to military spousal benefits.
Gary received new military orders, so they moved away from Tucson. However, Gary and Dan left their hearts in Tucson, and they dreamed about returning. Their dream became a reality when they purchased a Tucson home in 2019 and moved permanently in 2020. They have enjoyed reuniting with old friends and making new friends. Gary and Dan adore the Old Pueblo because of the sunshine, warmth, history, and culture—not to mention Tucson is a UNESCO City of Gastronomy!
Gary and Dan researched several business opportunities before they decided to open Mobility Plus. “We improve people’s lives by consulting with them to find the right solutions for their mobility needs,” says Gary Ross. “We help people maintain their independence and age in place in the homes they love,” says Dan Ross. Mobility Plus is committed to exceeding its client’s expectations by offering internet pricing along with personalized service, delivery, and installation.
This group has an assortment of people who commit to engaging the imaginations of viewers, and while doing so, simultaneously, expanding the creative skills of pupils/performers. This is a safe and supportive environment for all of the participants involved.
Located in Northeast Tucson, the RoadRunner Theatre Company is a proud resident of the Alliance Performance Center Of Tucson (APCOT). Additionally, they have a traveling troupe that presents musicals and revue performances throughout the Tucson area.
They provide the community with engaging performing arts experiences through classes, showcases and performances in a comfortable environment.
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Roadrunner is busy adding the entire RoadRunner Theatre Schedule of events to the GayTucson Events Calendar for you. We update regularly, so be sure to check back often, and you will always know about the newest shows!
Arizona Folklórico Dance Company LogoArizona Folklórico Dance Company LLC was established in December of 2022 under the direction of Maestro Bruno A. Loya III in Tucson, Arizona.
Arizona Folk (AZ Folk) seeks to preserve and promote the Hispanic performing arts throughout the greater Arizona community by presenting traditional & innovative Mexican folkloric dance works infused with techniques from a variety of dance disciplines including jazz, ballet, modern, ethnic dance, salsa, merengue, hip hop, and more.
Arizona Folklórico Dance Company provides dance and performance opportunities to students beginning at 4 years old. We invite you to become a part of the AZ Folk family by enrolling today!
