Palpatory Anatomy & Kinesiology Series

Mon and Wed 9a-3p

6 hr Classes

$99 per class (enroll 1 week in advance and receive a discount)

Students review the Anatomy covered in Basic then guided through additional focus on muscles relating to the area being introduced during each phase of continued study. The course will also cover an in-depth study of Systems Anatomy, whereby students are taught about the Nervous, Cardiac, Respiratory, Digestive, Circulatory, Skeletal, Integumentary, Muscular, Endocrine, Excretory and Reproductive System

Hot Stones

Jan 25

Fr 9a-4p

6 hrs

$99

Come learn how to perform a full-body hot stone massage routine, as well as how to care for and maintain your stones. The heat from the stones `melts' the tension out of muscles. It is very relaxing, and a treatment your clients will love. Please bring: Crock pot, Large Spoon (to remove stones), Set of Twin sheets, 2 Hand Towels, 1 pair of Tube Socks, Massage Oil and Set of Stones (available for purchase at school for $35/set of approx. 40 stones)

Fibromyalgia

Jan 26

Sa 9a-4p

6 hrs

$99

Fibromyalgia, or fibrositis, as it is sometimes called, is a mysteriously debilitating syndrome that afflicts between 6 and 12 million people in the United States. Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain illness characterized by widespread musculoskeletal aches, pain, and stiffness, soft tissue tenderness, general fatigue, and sleep disturbances.  A study of people with fibromyalgia done by the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine found that those who got 30 minutes of massage two times a week for 5 weeks had less anxiety and depression and lower levels of stress hormones. Over time they reported less pain and stiffness, less fatigue, and less trouble sleeping. Using a combination of lecture, anatomical illustrations, handouts and technique demonstration in a classroom setting, the instructor will present a class that is 3 hours lecture and 3 hours practical application. The instructor will discuss the causes and conditions related to fibromyalgia. Great attention will be paid to the use of light and moderate pressure as studies have shown that too aggressive an approach can exacerbate fibromyalgia symptoms. The teacher will also discuss relaxation therapy, exercise coaching and goal setting for the client.  At the end of the class, students will have a comprehensive understanding of the physiological components of fibromyalgia, as well as knowledge of current allopathic and alternative treatment approaches. The student will also have knowledge of low force or non- force massage techniques complimentary to Swedish massage that have been proven beneficial to clients with fibromyalgia.

Pregnancy Massage

Jan 27

Su 9a-3p

6 hrs

$99

This class is a must for those working with pregnant clients. This class is half hands-on and half lecture, with hand-outs both for the therapist and the client. Please bring: one set twin sheets, two thick/firm bed pillows & pillow cases, two bath towels. $5 handout fee payable to instructor on morning of class