each unit = 8 hours
More elective to be added in summer of 2010
Instructor: Jess Stuckey Course Length: 8 hours / Units: 1 / Maximum Students: 10
Course: This popular form of massage is very versatile and adaptable. It can be performed almost anywhere and is a great way to introduce people to massage. Chair massage is also an excellent marketing tool to get your name out there during events or with short sample sessions. This course specializes in using your whole body and proper body mechanics for a seated session that benefits both giver and receiver.
Instructor: to be announced Course Length: 24- 40 hours / Units: 3-5
Course: There will be a heavy focus on Meridians- Chinese/Japanese, systems, elements,
and the basic difference in eastern schools of thought- Japanese
(Shiatsu), Accupressure, Thai and Tui Na (Chinese). This class will give a therapist better understanding of eastern
theory allowing for greater application in all eastern style massage. Ayuvedic Doshas
& Chakras (India) may be covered in this class or as part of a separate class.
Instructor: Autumn Stuckey Course Length: 8 hours / Units: 1 / Maximum Students : 10
Course: Learn the skills necessary to perform Pregnancy Massage with confidence and finesse. We will cover areas to avoid as well as focus on how to comfortably accommodate your clients during various stages of pregnancy with side lying massage, modified techniques, use of pillows and appropriate draping.
* NOTE: Bring- 1 sheet set and 2 pillows
Instructor: Ed Wilson
Course Length: 16 hours / Units: 2 / Minimum Students : 10
Course: Learn foot reflexology techniques to relieve commonly encountered conditions affecting specific body segments. These techniques can easily be incorporated into your current style of bodywork.
Instructor: Ed Wilson
Course Length: 16 hours / Units: 2 / Minimum Students
: 10
Instructor: Autumn Stuckey Course Length: 8 hours / Units:1 / Maximum Students: 6
Course: Learn to perform indulgent spa treatments with this hands on approach. You will give and receive a body scrub and body mask. We will also discuss benefits and types of treatments plus ingredients and how to use and make your own.
Instructor: Autumn Stuckey
Course Length: 8 hours / Units:1 / Maximum Students: 6
Course: Learn to perform indulgent spa treatments with this hands on approach. You will give and receive a hair and scalp treatment and a foot treatment. We will also discuss benefits and ingredients.
Instructor: Autumn Stuckey Course Length: 40 hours / Units: 5
Course: Thai massage is an excellent modality to help with client's lacking flexibility and to bring balance into one's body. You will learn the northern style of Thai massage, which is usually performed on a floor pad, with the client wearing loose comfortable clothing. I teach a routine of a one hour session for increased flexibility, energy flow, and sense of well being. Thai Massage can also be modified and incorporated into regular massage sessions. We will also cover working muscles while stretching and principles of eastern philosophy for a greater understanding of seeing the body as a whole.
* NOTE: Bring- 1 sheet set, 1 pillow and wear comfortable clothing for giving and receiving.
Instructor: Autumn Stuckey Prerequisite: Thai Massage 1 / Course Length: 32 hours / Units: 4
Course: During this class we will further explore the sen lines (similar to Shiatsu meridians). We will also cover side lying techniques, belly work, and refresh on basic moves which we expand to more advanced techniques. We will play with yogassage style (Thai yoga blend) and practice the East West Massage for an 80 minute blend of both worlds. Upon completion of this course therapists should have a broader knowledge of Thai massage allowing for greater flexibility for each client and modifications for clients with limitations.
* NOTE: Bring- 1 flat sheet, 1 pillow and wear comfortable clothing for giving and receiving.
Instructor: Jessica Banks Course Length: 16 hours / Units: 2
Course: This modality uses trigger points and mapped pain referral patterns to help with soft tissue problems. This class will teach myofascial strategies including: friction massage, compression, superficial and deep releases, stretching and more. The techniques you learn in this class will be the backbone of your massage practice.
Instructor: Jim Donak Course Length: 16 hours /
Units: 2
Course: This class will teach you elegant and effective techniques to open joints, improve ROM, and stimulate the body's vitality. Tui Na is a Chinese
massage similar to Acupressure and Thai table massage. The focus of
this class is to learn how
to apply basic Tui Na techniques to work muscles, tendons, and joints
for greater mobility and movement. This conceptual class shows
techniques that can be applied to any area of the body for uses from
sports application, specific complaints to general tune-ups.
Instructor: Jess Stuckey Course Length: 16 hours / Units: 2 / Maximum Students: 8
Course: This two day course will introduce you to Warm Stone Massage. You will learn hands on how to give a 80 minute warm stone massage for a safe and relaxing treatment without overexertion. The history of stone massage from many cultures will be discussed, as well as types of stones, and the hygienic care of stones and equipment. Stone sets are provided for class use and are available for purchase as well.