(Deposit of $50 for classes 24 hours or less and $100 for more than 24 hours is required to hold your space)
Instructor: Autumn Stuckey
Prerequisite: 100 hours / Course Length: 32 hours / Maximum Students: 16
Dates: October 4 -7, 2010 ( Mon - Thursday 9am - 6pm)
COURSE FEES: $ 540.00 ($100 deposit) / Prepay: 6 weeks $515
This class expands on initial training, providing therapists with a better understanding of using their body as a tool with proper stance and angle of approach. Effective techniques for addressing clients specific issues will be taught (deemed the delicious moves), for a minimum of 30 minutes focus work on any area. The material covered can easily be blended into any routine smoothly, benefiting the client as well as the therapist.
*Course can be taken in 2 part: $270 for 2 days
Instructor: Karin Uphoff
Prerequisite: None / Course Length: 32 hours / Maximum Students: 16
Dates: February 22,23 & March 8 & 9 2010 (Monday & Tuesday -2 alternating weeks)
COURSE FEES: $540.00 ($100 deposit) / Prepay: 6 weeks $515
Required Materials: The Anatomy Coloring Book by Kapit / Elson
available for purchase @ Bamboo Garden Spa
This is a friendly introduction class to Anatomy & Physiology of the human body specifically designed for massage therapists. You will enhance your palpation skills and learn to apply appropriate techniques, with more confidence from a better understanding of the body. This course will be taught in a fun yet informative way with hands on demonstrations. Emphasis will be on the muscular and skeletal systems. Also covered will be fascia, lymphatic, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine and nervous systems. We will address the effects, indications and contraindications of massage on those systems.
Instructor: Autumn or Jess Stuckey
Prerequisite: 100 hours / Course Length: 8 hours / Maximum Students: 16
Dates: October 20, 2010 (Wednesday 9am - 6pm)
COURSE FEES: $ 130.00 ($50 deposit) / Prepay: 6 weeks $110
This class provides massage therapist the basic building blocks for working in the massage field. We will cover operation, marketing, and more for a well rounded basis.
Instructor: Jess Stuckey
Prerequisite: 100 hours / Course Length: 8 hours / Maximum Students: 10
Dates: April 25 2010
COURSE FEES: $130.00 ($50 deposit)/ Prepay 6 weeks $110
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 class specializes in using your whole body and proper body mechanics for a seated session that benefits both giver and receiver.
Instructor: Jess Stuckey
Prerequisite: 100 hours / Course Length: 24 hours / Maximum Students: 16
Dates: October 11- 13 2010 (Monday - Wednesday 9am-6pm)
COURSE FEES: $420.00 ($50 deposit)/ Prepay: 6 weeks $395
Deep Tissue is in hot demand these days. Over half of our clients at Bamboo Garden Spa request Deep Tissue work, so much so that we require all our therapists at the spa to do Deep Tissue. Learn this new style of Deep Tissue that incorporates a different mind set than past conventional styles that had the �no pain, no gain� theory and actually caused muscles to tighten. Discover the use of advanced techniques to access the deeper layers of muscles, allowing for greater improvements with less work. Emphasis will be on body mechanics and working slower in combination with new techniques. We will also discuss and integrate working with the fascia and how muscle, bone, and fascia work together.
Required Materials: Deep Tissue Manual by Art Riggs (included in cost)
Instructor: Jess Stuckey
Prerequisite: Deep Tissue 1 or instructor approval / Course Length: 24 hours / Maximum Students: 16
Dates: March 14-16 (Sunday - Tuesday 9am-6pm)
COURSE FEES: $385.00 ($50 deposit)/ Prepay: 6 weeks $360
Advanced Deep Tissue is the ideal class for therapists that are comfortable working deeply, and ready for more challenges. We will be focusing on the use of sidelying deep tissue, abdominal and psoas work and the use of advanced techniques for specific issues (knees and neck, etc). This class gives the therapist the tools necessary to be comfortable using deep tissue with ease. Work smarter, not harder.
Instructor: Autumn Stuckey
Prerequisite: 100 hours / Course Length: 8 hours /Maximum Students: 10
Dates: May 18 (Tuesday 9am - 6pm)
COURSE FEES: $ 130.00 ($50 deposit) / Prepay: 6 weeks $110
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
Guest Instructor: "Ed Wilson"
Prerequisite: none Course Length: 16 hours / Maximum Students: 16 (minimum 10)
Dates: July 26& 27 (Monday & Tuesday 9am - 6pm)>
COURSE FEES: $ 275, early reg saves $25 by June 14th
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.
**Payment is due in full upon registration with a strict 3 week registration cutoff. Payment is non refundable and non transferable.
Guest Instructor: "Ed Wilson"
Prerequisite: none Course Length: 16 hours / Maximum Students: 16 (minimum 10)
Dates: July 28 & 29 (Wednesday & Thursday 9am - 6pm)
Course fees: $275, early reg saving $25 off by June 14th
Learn the next level of Reflexology techniques.
**Payment is due in full upon registration with a strict 3 week registration cutoff. Payment is non refundable and non transferable.
Instructor: Autumn Stuckey
Prerequisite: 100 hours / Course Length: 12 hours / Maximum Students: 6
Dates: May 16 & 17 (Sunday & Monday< 10am - 4pm)
COURSE FEES: $250.00 ($50 deposit) / Prepay: 6 weeks $230
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
Prerequisite: 100 hours / Course Length: 8 hours / Maximum Students: 6
Dates: To be announced for FALL 2010
COURSE FEES: $150.00 ($50 deposit) / Prepay: 6 weeks $130
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
Prerequisite: none Course Length: 40 hours / Maximum Students: 8
Dates: March 21-25 2010 (Sunday - Thursday 9am-6pm)
COURSE FEES: $660.00 ($100 deposit)/ Prepay: 6 weeks $635
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 / Maximum Students: 8
Dates: April 18-21 2010 (Sunday - Wednesday 9am-6pm)
COURSE FEES: $540.00 ($100 deposit) / Prepay: 6 weeks $515
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: To be announced
Prerequisite: 100 hours / Course Length: 16 hours / Maximum Students : 16
Dates: To be announced 2010
COURSE FEES: $255.00 ($50 deposit) / Prepay: 6 weeks $235
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: Jess Stuckey
Prerequisite: 100 hours / Course Length: 16 hours / Maximum Students: 8
Dates: April 26 & 27 2010
COURSE FEES: $290.00 ($50 deposit) / Prepay: 6 weeks $270
This two day class 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.
Instructor: Darlene Brown
Prerequisite: see below / Course Length: 24 hours each / Maximum Students: 16
Class 1- Upper Extremities (head, neck, shoulders, thoracic, arms) Dates: March 1-3
Class 2- Lower Extremities (pelvis, knees, lower back, feet, psoas) Dates: April 5-7
Class 3- Integration of the body Dates: May 3-5
COURSE FEES: $390.00 ($100 deposit) per class -OR- Series of 3 - $1020.00 (save $150)
The techniques taught in this series of three classes will focus on teaching non-invasive techniques and the infusion of concepts for effective work that inspires therapists and clients alike. You will learn a fusion of Cranial Sacral, Lymphatic, Zero Balancing, and Visceral techniques, along with the integration of structural systems. We will work towards feeling with the awareness of what is happening under your hands; Bringing fluid movement to the horizontal and vertical fascia of the body as you learn to resolve entrapments. It becomes a natural evolution to see an increase in repeat clients and client referrals with the use and understanding of this work.
With the knowledge provided in this first class you will be able to assist clients with relief of migraines; neck tightness / pain; digestive issues; sleep issues; and overall vitality. The second class assists in post surgery of knees and hips, balancing posture of the pelvis through psoas and lower back work, and issues of the feet such as plantar fasciitis. The third class works to bring both levels together, solidifying the concepts and techniques, for usable work day to day. This inspiring work keeps you from wearing out as a therapist; both in body and mind.
* pre-requisites: 100 hours of Massage with a recommendation that you heavily study up on Anatomy and Physiology. Courses must be taken in order; Class 2 will have a pre-requisite of Class 1. Class 3 will have pre-requisites of Class 1 & 2.
DATES:
1) March 1-3 (Mon- Wed. 9am -6pm)
2) April 5-7 (Mon- Wed. 9am -6pm)
3) May 3-5 (Mon- Wed. 9am -6pm)
Bamboo Garden School of Massage....707-962-0781
PREPAY discount: receive up to $25 off for paying 6 weeks early.