I am looking for an inexpensive yet good school to get training for an
instructor license.  Also, I would like to know if (and where) there
is a need for new instructors in the san antonio area.  I welcome your
comments.

7330 San Pedro, Suite 130
San Antonio, Texas 78216

September 28, 2007

Job Opening:Entry Level Texas-Licensed Massage Therapist – Part Time

Technical Skills:
Chair Massage Skills – On Site to Regularly Scheduled Corporate
Business Accounts
Swedish Massage: Relaxation and Firm Pressure – for In Spa
Appointments
Advanced Massage Skills a Plus: Neuromuscular, Deep Tissue, Trigger
Point
Desired:
Salt Scrubs, Body Wraps, European Facials
Professional Verbal Skill explaining Benefits of Professional
Massage, Skin Care
Solid Working and Technical Knowledge of Anatomy

Non-Technical Skills:
Client Consultation, Customer Experience/Education, Session
Documentation
Professional Client Communications
Consistent Work-History Pattern
Schedule Flexibility to Increase Hours As Needed to Meet Scheduling
Needs

Personal Characteristics

Excellent Communication and Interpersonal/Customer Skills,
Dependable, On Time, Energy and Enthusiasm, Professional Appearance,
Initiative and Self-Starter, Honesty and Integrity, Open to Change,
Detail to Service, Interest in Formal On-Going Education along with
Self Pursuit of Learning/Knowledge, Team Culture Orientation

Key Requirements

We are looking for self-motivated entry-level professional interested
in a professional massage/spa career and has energy and enthusiasm
for the work. We are looking for those with excellent people and
communication skills, and a winning attitude to fill your appointment
schedule and to retain new clientele brought in by the business.
Support the team culture and team goals with personal accountability
for achievement.  Success criteria includes, product knowledge,
client retention, retail sales, add-on services and productivity.

Reliable Transportation for Travel to Corporate Accounts; Car
Insurance
Professional Insurance – Group Rates Available
Flexibility for AM or PM Shift or Full Day On-Site Appointments (T W
Th) & Fri/Sat Spa Appointments
Home or Cell Phone with Voice Messaging
On-Line Computer and a standard Email Address (vs. hotmail)
Team Responsibilities:
Treatment Room Set-Up and Turn-Around, Locker Set-Up, Laundry/Tidying
Up, Opening/Closing Checklists, On-Time Performance, Product/Service
Pricing & Description, Product Knowledge, On-Site Account Service
Administration

Position Overview
·Starting 16 hours per week - guaranteed
·Massage Therapist for Regularly Scheduled Corporate Accounts: On-
Site Chair Massage Service 2 – 3 half-days a week, morning or
afternoons, occasional both same day
·Massage Therapist in Spa for Swedish Massage regular to very firm
pressure requests, and/or Spa Treatments on Fridays and Saturday's
·Educational CEUs Available, Education and Training Agreement
Policies Apply
·30-day probation period based on Performance Criteria:
oOn Going Coaching, Mentoring, Training for Advancement to Full Time
Position Based on Performance, Candidate Motivation
·Hourly Wage, Paid Vacation, Advancement Opportunity, Bonus
Opportunity, Paid Education, Product & Services Benefits


Call  210 834-2016, leave a voice message if phone is not directly
answered, all calls will be returned.

Candidates Must Provide Resume & Professional References

7330 San Pedro, Suite 130
San Antonio, Texas 78216
210 349-0550
September 28, 2007

Job Opening:   Advanced-Level Experienced Massage Therapist – Full
(M-F) and Part Time (MWF or TTh)

Technical Skills:
Neuromuscular: Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Myofascial Release
Desired: PNF, PRT/SCS, MET, Lymphatic Drainage/Compression
Hypertrophic Scar Tissue – Will Train
Skin Treatments – Will Train
Verbal Professional Skills
Solid Working Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, Health and Hygiene,
Sanitation Procedures

Non-Technical Skills:
Client Consultation
Professional Client Communications
Professionalism in Work with Catastrophic Injury
Treatment Notes Documentation
Learn Product Information/Disseminate to Patients/Care Givers
Consistent Work-History Pattern

Personal Characteristics

Excellent Communication and Interpersonal/Customer Skills,
Dependable, On Time, Energy and Enthusiasm, Professional Appearance,
Initiative and Self-Starter, Honesty and Integrity, Open to Change,
Physical Stamina and Reasonable Emotional Fortitude, Detail to
Service, Interest in On-Going Education and Learning, Outgoing and
Upbeat, Team Treatment Culture Orientation

Key Requirements

Looking for self-motivated advanced-level professional to treat soft-
tissue mobilization/rehabilitation patients following catastrophic
skin injury and/or moderate to severe neuromuscular injury with
professional energy and interest for this specific type of work. You
must have excellent professional communication skills and an out-
going, upbeat, and a winning attitude. Support a team culture and
personal accountability.

Professional Insurance
Home or Cell Phone with Messaging
Work Alongside other Advanced MTs, Esthetician, MTs

Position Overview
Involves focused adjunctive manual therapy by manipulation of injured
or damaged muscle and/or surrounding fascia and may address other
systems in the body such as lymphatic, circulatory and nervous
system. Intent is to increase active pain-free range of motion,
increase extensibility of injured skin, myofascial tissue and
facilitate the return to functional activities, relieve pain and
improve patient ability to perform therapeutic exercise (with
PT/OTs). This work differs from relaxation massage as it includes
focused therapeutic goals to regain the client's former function
(e.g., release muscle spasm or scar bands, strengthening or
stretching specific muscles, muscle fibers, tendons, and/or
ligaments, and remodeling fascia and/or release of scar tissue,
adhesions, contractures, and fixations) without pain.
·Full Time 32 – 44 hours per week M-F; Part Time MWF or TTh: 8-9
hours per day
·Education and Training Agreement Policies Apply
·30-day probation period based on Performance
oTreatment of Hypertrophic Scar Tissue Will be Taught/Mentored/Coached
·Hourly Wage, Paid Vacation, Paid Education Opportunity, Product &
Services Benefits

Provide Resume & Professional Experience, References – Candidates
Experienced in Advanced Neuromuscular Techniques Only

Victoria, Texas, 408 Constitution St Oct 20. Hip & LoBack 6 CEUS
This is a TDSHS approved 6hr continuing education course is designed
to increase the clinical massage therapist's skill and competency in
relieving muscular pains.  This method will enable a therapist to
determine and quickly address the muscles causing skeletal pain
related to the stability of the pelvic platform
	 Utilizing this technique will get your clients out of pain quicker
and last longer.  They will be recommending you to their friends and
others they hear talking about pain.  This method is considerably less
work on you without being harmful to your hands.  It is easier on your
clients, because you do NOT use your fingers and thumbs. See
testimonials and details on website.
     Classes are 8:30-3:30 and certificates will be issued that day.
Register on line @ www.inhishandsmassage.com
Hank Krebs MT 27526, MI01464, CEP0376

New State laws going into effect in September may dramatically increase the need
for
qualified instructors. Now is the time to get your credentials taken care of so
you can
become licensed. This class meets the State requirements for teaching adults as
an MTI.

There has already been a large response for the upcoming Sept. class.
There are only 3 spaces left. Call now to reserve your place.

EARLY REGISTRATION PRICING ENDS 9/1

Adult Learner Facilitation Class

Leverage your knowledge: teach CE classes or at a massage school

September 14 -17 , 2007
30 Texas & NCBTMB CE hours

$350 until 9/1
$395.00 thereafter
Advance registration required.


Call 512-448-2266 to register.
VISA or MC Accepted

http://www.resource-connection.net

This 30 hour course fulfills the Texas Department of State Health Services
requirement for
Massage Therapy Instructors. Participants will become familiar with learning
theories and
concepts, as well as classroom management skills and lesson planning. In
addition,
assessment tools will be incorporated to help potential instructors determine
their
teaching strengths and weaknesses. These tools will provide mechanisms which may
be
used to meet the learning needs of a variety of students.

The class includes a workbook containing reference material, assessment tools
and
sample exercises. Also included is a book specifically addressing classroom
management
skills, which will be used for the exercises which focus on behavior of students
in the
classroom.

Participants will have an opportunity to work in groups to problem solve as well
as share
insights.


Taught by: Michelle Burns, BSN, BS Alt. Med., LMT, MTI
Michelle Burns is a State of Texas approved CEU provider with over 15 years of
experience
as a massage therapist and massage therapy instructor for a wide variety of
subjects. She
has also taught classes for the public at several resort spas and continuing
education
classes in touch and aromatherapy for nurses. Her experience includes
supervising
massage therapy instructors and teaching them the skills they need for the
classroom. She
also teaches advanced technique classes in a variety of specialties.

Michelle Burns is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic
Massage
and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider.

Postnatal Massage Training (6 CEU's)

Learn the do's and don't's for the postnatal period

Learn about the "fourth trimester"

Learn acupressure points for recovery

Learn traditional methods of healing the chakras in postpartum

Learn anatomy and physiology in postpartum

Learn techniques to deal with c-section recovery

                                 Sunday, Sept 9, 2007

Cost $125, Deposit $50, Register by to receive $15 off
 
Luna Wood, a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist and Doula of 16
years previously trained through DONA( Doulas of North America), ALACE
( Association of Labor Assistants & Childbirth Educators), and is
currently a Certified Massage Doula graduating from the advanced six
month Massage Doula program at the Star Institute. She is currently
teaching various programs at the Austin Schools of Massage and has 10
years of experience as an instructor specializing in pregnancy and
childbirth. She will be offering the  Vidaluna Doula Certification Series

(each class is 3 days in duration). Graduates will
receive a Certificate of Completion and CEU credit for hours
completed. Optional Mentorship Program and Doula Certification
requirements will be offered.

Vidaluna Doula Certification Series includes:
Conception-Origin of the Starseed
Pregnancy- Sacred Journey
Birth & Bonding- Blessed Union in the Outer  World

Visit www.vidaluna.com or call 512.445.0020 for more information.

girljqrider has been banned, as I'm now moderator. I LOVE banning
spammers. I promise everyone here to do my best to keep spam off this
group.

Krista
Magical Fire Fantasy Gifts
Spark the Fires of your imagination!
http://www.magicalfire.com
http://www.myspace.com/magicalfire

Zenergy Touch Massage
http://www.zenergytouch.com
http://www.myspace.com/zenergytouch


--- In sanantoniomassage@yahoogroups.com, <magickarma@...> wrote:
>
>
>
> Sure is nice to hear from spammers. If this group needs a moderator
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>
> Krista
> Magical Fire Fantasy Gifts
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> http://www.myspace.com/magicalfire
>
> Zenergy Touch Massage
> http://www.zenergytouch.com
> http://www.myspace.com/zenergytouch
>
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: sanantoniomassage@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:sanantoniomassage@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lydia H.
> Sent: Thursday, August 16, 2007 10:43 AM
> To: sanantoniomassage@yahoogroups.com
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from a
> friend!
>
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> <girljqrider@> wrote:
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> > I read your profile today, I thought I would drop you a line and hope
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>
> Hi,
> Nice to hear from you. Sure we can get to know eachother.
> Lydia
>

Sure is nice to hear from spammers. If this group needs a moderator to keep
this garbage off of it, I volunteer. I HATE spam.

Krista
Magical Fire Fantasy Gifts
Spark the Fires of your imagination!
http://www.magicalfire.com
http://www.myspace.com/magicalfire

Zenergy Touch Massage
http://www.zenergytouch.com
http://www.myspace.com/zenergytouch


-----Original Message-----
From: sanantoniomassage@yahoogroups.com
[mailto:sanantoniomassage@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lydia H.
Sent: Thursday, August 16, 2007 10:43 AM
To: sanantoniomassage@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [sanantoniomassage] Re: You've received a private message from a
friend!

--- In sanantoniomassage@yahoogroups.com, "girljqrider"
<girljqrider@...> wrote:
>
> I read your profile today, I thought I would drop you a line and hope
to become your friend! Check my personal page here:
> http://girljqrider.googlepages.com/girlrider.htm
>

Hi,
Nice to hear from you. Sure we can get to know eachother.
Lydia

My name is Dr. Reynolds and I am a chiropractor. If your interested you
can send me your card in the mail and I may refer people to you. My
address should be on my website. www.reynoldschiropractic.com  If not
email me.

Registration is open! 
Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy^® (PDMT)  is a medical massage technique which is the art and science of correcting damaged muscles, and serves as a foundation for other corrective bodywork.  Pfrimmer Therapy, which was developed by Thérèse C. Pfrimmer, a physiotherapist who reversed her own paralysis in the 1940's. 

 LEVEL 1 is an advanced intensive which will provide the foundation for understanding and correcting muscle/soft tissue aberrations through palpation, conceptual theory, and specific,detailed,corrective cross-fiber strokes for the whole body. The course covers theory, technique, practice, pathology, anatomy, history,professionalism, contraindications, small business practices and ethics.  Close individual guidance accompanies the 80-hour hands-on workshop. The certification program provides a full scope of learning to perform basic and advanced Pfrimmer corrective work. 

Prerequisite: Must be a Licensed Massage Therapist, Physical Therapist,Occupational Therapist, R.N., M.D., or other medical professional.

Austin Community College Schedule
Fall 2007 - Pfrimmer Therapy Level 1 (MSSG 2000)

P101 August 23, 24, 25
P102 September 20, 21, 22
P103 October 18, 19, 20
P104 November 15, 16, 17

Postnatal Massage Training (6 CEU's)

Learn the do's and don't's for the postnatal period
Learn about the "fourth trimester"
Learn acupressure points for recovery
Learn traditional methods of healing the chakras in postpartum
Learn anatomy and physiology in postpartum
Learn techniques to deal with c-section recovery

                       Sunday, Sept 9, 2007
Cost $125, Deposit $50, Register by to receive $15 off

Luna Wood, a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist and Doula of 16
years previously trained through DONA( Doulas of North America), ALACE
( Association of Labor Assistants & Childbirth Educators), and is
currently a Certified Massage Doula graduating from the advanced six
month Massage Doula program at the Star Institute. She is currently
teaching various programs at the Austin Schools of Massage and has 10
years of experience as an instructor specializing in pregnancy and
childbirth. She will be offering the  Vidaluna Doula Certification
Series
(each class is 3 days in duration). Graduates will
receive a Certificate of Completion and CEU credit for hours
completed. Optional Mentorship Program and Doula Certification
requirements will be offered.

Vidaluna Doula Certification Series includes:
Conception-Origin of the Starseed
Pregnancy- Sacred Journey
Birth & Bonding- Blessed Union in the Outer  World

Visit www.vidaluna.com or call 512.445.0020 for more information.

Introduction to Pregnancy Massage (6 CEUS)

Learn about "conscious conception & pregnancy"
Learn techniques for specific trimesters
Massage in the side lying position
Learn about massage with awareness of the baby on the inside
Learn the basic Do's and Dont's during Pregnancy

Sunday, August 19
Cost $125, Deposit $50, Register by to receive $15 off


Luna Wood, a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist and Doula of 16
years previously trained through DONA( Doulas of North America), ALACE
(Association of Labor Assistants & Childbirth Educators), and is
currently a Certified Massage Doula graduating from the advanced six
month Massage Doula program at the Star Institute. She is currently
teaching various programs at the Austin Schools of Massage and has 10
years of experience as an instructor specializing in pregnancy and
childbirth. She will be offering the Vidaluna Certification Series.

  Vidaluna Doula Certification Series(each
class is 3 days in duration). Dates and Times TBA.Graduates will
receive a Certificate of Completion and CEU credit for hours
completed. Optional Mentorship Program and Doula Certification
requirements will be offered.

Vidaluna Doula Certification Series includes:
Conception-Origin of the Starseed
Pregnancy- Sacred Journey
Birth & Bonding- Blessed Union in the Outer

Visit www.vidaluna.com or call 512.445.0020 for more information.

Prepare to become a Massage Therapy Instructor (MTI)

New State laws going into effect in September will dramatically increase the
need for
qualified instructors. Now is the time to get your credentials taken care of so
you can
become licensed. This class meets the State requirements for teaching adults as
an MTI.

There has already been a large response for the upcoming Sept. class. There are
only 8
spaces available. Call now to reserve your place.


Adult Learner Facilitation Class

Leverage your knowledge: teach CE classes or at a massage school

September 14 -17 , 2007
30 Texas & NCBTMB CE hours

$350 until 9/1
$395.00 thereafter
Advance registration required.


Call 512-448-2266 to register.
VISA or MC Accepted

http://www.resource-connection.net

This 30 hour course fulfills the Texas Department of State Health Services
requirement for
Massage Therapy Instructors. Participants will become familiar with learning
theories and
concepts, as well as classroom management skills and lesson planning. In
addition,
assessment tools will be incorporated to help potential instructors determine
their
teaching strengths and weaknesses. These tools will provide mechanisms which may
be
used to meet the learning needs of a variety of students.

The class includes a workbook containing reference material, assessment tools
and
sample exercises. Also included is a book specifically addressing classroom
management
skills, which will be used for the exercises which focus on behavior of students
in the
classroom.

Participants will have an opportunity to work in groups to problem solve as well
as share
insights.


Taught by: Michelle Burns, BSN, BS Alt. Med., LMT, MTI
Michelle Burns is a State of Texas approved CEU provider with over 15 years of
experience
as a massage therapist and massage therapy instructor for a wide variety of
subjects. She
has also taught classes for the public at several resort spas and continuing
education
classes in touch and aromatherapy for nurses. Her experience includes
supervising
massage therapy instructors and teaching them the skills they need for the
classroom. She
also teaches advanced technique classes in a variety of specialties.

Michelle Burns is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic
Massage
and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider.

Business Opportunity
I have a complete massage therapy business set up and ready to go.
Problem is I have no body to run it. I am looking for a licensed
massage therapist that can take the ball and run with this. The
business will concentrate on pregnant patients, however the general
public is of course welcome. I will fund the entire project including
office space, tools, linens, web site, brochures, business cards,
booking, etc… It's already set-up, I just need a self motivated go
getter that can get it done. I am willing to give a generous portion
of the fees collected. It is located inside an OB/GYN's office so
there are anywhere from 30-40 pregnant women passing through each day
and you can interact with the patients since we own the clinic. I had
it going and our wonderful therapist got pregnant herself. It will
take a special self directing, self motivated person to run this. The
possibility for expansion is present and eventually total management
control. The physical location is near downtown and within blocks of
the Metropolitan Methodist Hospital. If you feel you are this person
please call me and we can discuss more details.

George
279-9143

Hi Guys,

Texas.... HERE WE COME!!! Looks like the times will be April
25-26, 2009 in Central Texas. With all that area has to offer, I think
it's going to be a great start in Texas.

What do you think? What classes would you like to take?

Take care,
Mike

Prepare to become a Massage Therapy Instructor (MTI)  Class is in Austin

New State laws going into effect in September will dramatically increase the
need for
qualified instructors. Now is the time to get your credentials taken care of so
you can
become licensed. This class meets the State requirements for teaching adults as
an MTI.

Adult Learner Facilitation Class

Leverage your knowledge: teach CE classes or at a massage school

July 16 - 19 , 2007
30 CE  and NCBTMB hours

$395.00
Advance registration required.  There is still room for 2 in this class. You may
register
through Sunday, July 15 for this class.


Call 512-294-3271 to register.
VISA or MC Accepted

http://www.resource-connection.net

This 30 hour course fulfills the Texas Department of State Health Services
requirement for
Massage Therapy Instructors. Participants will become familiar with learning
theories and
concepts, as well as classroom management skills and lesson planning. In
addition,
assessment tools will be incorporated to help potential instructors determine
their
teaching strengths and weaknesses. These tools will provide mechanisms which may
be
used to meet the learning needs of a variety of students.

The class includes a workbook containing reference material, assessment tools
and
sample exercises. Also included is a book specifically addressing classroom
management
skills, which will be used for the exercises which focus on behavior of students
in the
classroom.

Participants will have an opportunity to work in groups to problem solve as well
as share
insights.


Taught by: Michelle Burns, BSN, BS Alt. Med., LMT, MTI
Michelle Burns is a State of Texas approved CEU provider with over 15 years of
experience
as a massage therapist and massage therapy instructor for a wide variety of
subjects. She
has also taught classes for the public at several resort spas and continuing
education
classes in touch and aromatherapy for nurses. Her experience includes
supervising
massage therapy instructors and teaching them the skills they need for the
classroom. She
also teaches advanced technique classes in a variety of specialties.

CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES
Pregnancy Massage, Sunday, 7/29/07, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Infant Massage,    Monday, 7/30/07, 10:00am - 4:00pm

PREGNANCY MASSAGE (6 Continuing Education Hours)
Pregnancy, labor and the birth process itself is one of the most
transformative events in a woman's life. It brings many physical,
psychological, social and spiritual changes. As therapists, we are
honored to be a part of this process and need to be prepared for the
special circumstances that arise with pregnancy massage. Learn to
support the expectant mother as you help her feel more at home with
her changing body and preparation for childbirth.
Class Covers:
-anatomy and physiology of pregnancy;
-contraindications and potential complications;
-side lying and semi-seated massage session;
-specific techniques for the 3 trimesters of pregnancy;
-acupressure and aromatherapy during pregnancy;
-plus marketing for individual clients and classes.

INFANT MASSAGE (6 Continuing Education Hours)
Clinical evidence shows that loving, nurturing massage for infants
has a positive impact on their physical and psychological
development. It is a very powerful means of communica-tion in a non-
verbal way, creating bonding between caregiver/mother/father/family
and baby.
Class Covers:
-anatomy and physiology of infancy;
-contraindications and potential complications;
-15 and 30 minute infant massage session;
-massage for minor childhood ailments;
-massage for infants with special needs;
-aromatherapy for infants and children
-plus marketing for individual clients and classes.

Cost of each class is $129 per class, if paid one week in advance;
$150 otherwise; $300 individual class; Credit Cards Accepted

These two classes will be held in Wimberley, Texas at 43 Deer Ridge
Road (between Austin and San Antonio (and 15 miles between San Marcos
and Dripping Springs).

Classes include lecture demonstration, hand-on practice, workbook and
Continuing Education Certificate. Instructor Janie Thorpe-Cooke is a
Licensed Massage Therapist, Massage Therapy Instructor and Continuing
Education Provider through the Texas Department of State Health
Services. She has a 20 year background in Holistic Health,
Therapeutic Massage, Pregnancy/Infant Massage, Sports Massage, Reiki,
Reflexology, Shiatsu, and Transformational Breathwork. She has
trained as a Birth Facilitator with experience in Water Birth and
Dolphin Research. In private practice for 15 years, Janie is the
owner of A Healing Touch and Advanced Bodywork Techniques. She has
developed the curriculum and textbooks for the above listed workshops
and has enthusiastically taught them since 1991.

For additional details, please go to:
http://www.janiethorpe.holisticlocal.com/courses, or
contact Janie Thorpe-Cooke at: 512/847-5899; 512/468-8498; or
e-mail: janie_cooke@...

Some of you have concerns about the meeting that was convened by a
group of stakeholders, consisting mainly of massage therapy school
owners, with the state agency that regulates them in Austin, Texas on
or about June 19th, 2007.

It seems the purpose of the meeting was to develop and/or provide
suggestions on policies before the State has developed the policy.

If you are such a person, you may be interested in this post.

The original meeting was not made public. In fact, we have heard of
some fellow therapists who happened to become aware of the meeting who
have stated that they "crashed the meeting". This verbiage suggest
that they were not invited and did not have any understanding that it
was an open meeting, but decided to be bold in their actions to
attend the meeting, despite not being invited.

At the meeting, we have heard that in attendance were stakeholders
mainly consisting of massage therapy school owners and three
representatives from the State of Texas, including Dan Meador of the
General Counsels Office.

The fact that Dan Meador is attending these meeting(s) suggests that
he may have a question about an actual conflict of interest, or a
perceived conflict of interest by the public about this group being
an advisory committee. If so, his concerns are certainly verified.

In fact, Vicki Matthews of the Texas Association of Massage
Therapists recently used the following words in one of her posts to
a major online user group within the Texas massage industry ...

<quote> "The AdHoc committee, which I like to call an advisory
committee …" <unquote>

Obviously, even senior members of the "AdHoc" committee consider
themselves an Advisory Committee.

In addition, just yesterday, we saw a post to a user group by
an individual who grades practical exams for the Texas Department of
State Health Services who stated that he received an e-mail stating
that "the last practical exam will be given in August". He went on to
state that "this surprised me, because I had heard anyone in school
before Sept. 1 still had to take the practical, once they finished."
He went on to ask the AdHoc/Advisory committee why the practical is
being discontinued after August.

Indeed, even someone who does work for the Texas Department of State
Health Services is turning to this AdHoc/Advisory committee, rather
than his contacts within the State of Texas, to obtain answers to
legislative issues. Truly, he must believe that the AdHoc/Advisory
committee is calling the shots within TDSHS.

Why is this important? Read on.

We have heard that TDSHS has not designated this body as an advisory
committee. However, even if DSHS is attending a meeting where
stakeholder input is being taken, it should be a public meeting
regardless of who convenes it.

The group in question is making specific recommendations to DSHS for
the development of policy, procedures and rules, not providing
stakeholder input into draft rules, policy, or procedures that have
already been developed. As such, they are acting in an advisory
capacity to DSHS, regardless of whether DSHS convened them or not.

Because the original meeting was not open to the public, it has
created a perceived conflict of interest. Indeed, this advisory body
has provided stakeholder input, and proposed policy, procedure, or
rules to DSHS under which they would directly benefit. As a result,
the State of Texas Sunshine Statutes and Conflict of Interest Laws
should apply as they are codified.

By law, the Texas Department of State Health Services should only
implement rules that meet the requirements of the law. However,
should TDSHS adopt rules that exceed the requirement law, anyone can
request a judicial review. In such reviews, if it is found that TDSHS
has exceeded the requirements of the law, the rules will be dismissed.

I urge you to read the suggested rule changes being submitted by this
AdHoc/Advisory Committee and any other person and committee. Indeed,
many of the suggested rule changes exceed the requirements of the law.

I urge you to take the following actions:

1) Read and become aware of the new massage therapy law. You may read
the new law here:
http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/tlodocs/80R/billtext/html/HB02644F.htm

2) Develop and submit your recommended rules to the Texas Department
of State Health Services. Your submission can be sent via US Mail to:

Massage Therapy Licensing Program
Texas Department of State Health Services MC-1982
1100 West 49th Street
Austin, TX 78756

Or, my e-mail to: massage@...

3) Become aware of any and all submitted suggestions for rule changes
by submit an "open records request" to the State of Texas and ask the
following:

"I request to be notified of the public comment period on any and all
drafted policy and/or rules based on HB2644. In addition, I request a
copy of any and all recommended and suggested rule changes and any
other material provided to the State of Texas to date and in the
future by any person, group, and/or committee."

An open records request can be made at the following URL:
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/plc/plc_open.shtm

4) If you are concerned about the suggested rule changes by
AdHoc/Advisory Committee, submit the following the Texas Department
of State Health Services:

"I understand that a meeting, which was not publicly announced, was
convened by a group of stakeholders, consisting mainly of massage
therapy school owners, with the state agency that regulates them. It
seems the purpose of the meeting was to develop and/or provide
suggestions on policies before the State has developed the policy. I
have seen posts to a user group that suggests that the public views
this group as a State of Texas sanctioned "Advisory Committee".
Indeed, there is a perceived conflict of interest. As a result, the
State of Texas Sunshine Statutes and Conflict of Interest Laws should
apply as they are codified. In addition, I urge the Texas Department
of State Health Services to implement rules that meet the
requirements of the law. However, should TDSHS adopt rules that
exceed the requirement law, judicial review may be necessary."

Your submission can be sent via e-mail to:
massage@...

5) Within the public comment period, voice your concerns about any
rule(s) that exceed the requirements of the law.

In Service,
Brad Stevens
http://www.novocupido.com

Classes are filling quickly, so be sure to register early!
16 NCBTMB-approved CEUs for only $150.00

Where else can you beat that price AND the instructor lineup we have?!?

Classes will be taught by Bruce Baltz, Brita Ostrom, Michael Buck,
Laurie Azzarella and Nathalie Cecelia.

Check it all out at the http://www.worldmassagefestival.com

Join us at the 2nd Annual World Massage Festival, get CEUs in some of
the most popular classes, visit with vendors, take a chance on some
great door prizes,  enjoy all the goodies we have gathered for your
registration packets and meet therapists from across the Southeast.

AND...we have demonstrations of various modalities & products
including Bamboo Therapy, SacroWedgy, Touch for Health, T-Touch,
Acupuncture, Massage Cupping, Yoga, Mind Spa, Egyptian Healing Rods,
Pilates and much more scheduled throughout the weekend.

We hope you will attend the entire weekend and enjoy networking with
other therapists.  Currently, we have registrations from therapists
who practice in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina,
Tennessee, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas & Alabama!  This
should make for a great weekend of sharing ideas and methods.

We will be inducting Laurie Azzarella, Bruce Baltz, John Barnes,
Michael Buck, Judith DeLany, the Esalen Institute, Aaron Mattes, Tom
Myers, Brita Ostrom, David Palmer, Therese Pfrimmer, Linda
Tellington-Jones and Janet Travell into the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame.

The Festival will be at the Hadji Shriner Temple on Nine Mile Road in
Pensacola, Florida.  The dates are October 20 & 21, 2007, from 7 am to
8 pm both days.

Hope to see you there!
Cindy Michaels, Registrar
World Massage Festival

Prepare to become a Massage Therapy Instructor (MTI)

New State laws going into effect in September will dramatically increase the
need for
qualified instructors. Now is the time to get your credentials taken care of so
you can
become licensed. This class meets the State requirements for teaching adults as
an MTI.

Our early registration rate has been extended through Friday, 7/6.

Adult Learner Facilitation Class

Leverage your knowledge: teach CE classes or at a massage school

July 16 - 19 , 2007
30 CE hours

$350 until 7/6
$395.00 thereafter
Advance registration required.


Call 512-448-2266 to register.
VISA or MC Accepted

http://www.resource-connection.net

This 30 hour course fulfills the Texas Department of State Health Services
requirement for
Massage Therapy Instructors. Participants will become familiar with learning
theories and
concepts, as well as classroom management skills and lesson planning. In
addition,
assessment tools will be incorporated to help potential instructors determine
their
teaching strengths and weaknesses. These tools will provide mechanisms which may
be
used to meet the learning needs of a variety of students.

The class includes a workbook containing reference material, assessment tools
and
sample exercises. Also included is a book specifically addressing classroom
management
skills, which will be used for the exercises which focus on behavior of students
in the
classroom.

Participants will have an opportunity to work in groups to problem solve as well
as share
insights.


Taught by: Michelle Burns, BSN, BS Alt. Med., LMT, MTI
Michelle Burns is a State of Texas approved CEU provider with over 15 years of
experience
as a massage therapist and massage therapy instructor for a wide variety of
subjects. She
has also taught classes for the public at several resort spas and continuing
education
classes in touch and aromatherapy for nurses. Her experience includes
supervising
massage therapy instructors and teaching them the skills they need for the
classroom. She
also teaches advanced technique classes in a variety of specialties.

Hello,

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Reminder: 
Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy® classes will begin in August 2007 - Austin Community College and Hands on School of Massage in Beaumont. 
File uploaded to this website.

For more information click here:  Pfrimmer Class Info

Contact Janine Ray, LMT, MTI

Pfrimmer Certified Instructor
(512) 331-5922
www.northaustinmassage.com 
www. piforcmt.com 

Hi Folks!

This is Mike Hinkle, Curator of the World Massage Festival and the
Massage Therapy Hall of Fame.

I'd like to get some feedback from the group. We are considering
bringing the World Massage Festival to the Austin area in 2009 and
would like to know how you think it will be received by massage
therapists and if you would plan to attend the Festival.

In 2009, we will be offering up to 24 NCBTMB-approved credit hours for
CEUs.

Visit our website at http://www.worldmassagefestival.com to see this
year's class lineup and Hall of Fame inductees and let me know what
you think!

Thanks for your help!

Take care,
Mike