Chakras are energy centers in the body that convert subtle energy
into nutritive energy for maintaining the health of the body. This
creative energy regulates the body's chemistry. Learn how energy moves
through the body. Be able to recognize and locate blocked energy.
Acquire techniques for opening, cleansing and closing the chakras.
Increase vital energy using aromas, herbs, color and sound. Our
responsibility as massage therapists is to balance and refine energy. This class offers 6 hours of credit and the cost is $90.00.
Myofascial Release Massage
Myofascial release is a form of soft tissue therapy. In this class you
will be taught how to release the connective tissue that surrounds,
invests, and protects all the visceral and somatic structures of the
human body. In doing this the therapist will be able to relax contracted
muscles, lengthen muscles, increase circulation and lymphatic drainage. This class offers 40 hours of credit. The cost is $499.00.
Abhyanga
According to the principles of Ayurveda, everyone has a specific body
type known as a Dosha. There are three Doshas: Pitta, Kapha, and Vata,
and everyone has a specific balance of Doshas which must be addressed in Ayurvedic therapy. The idea of specific body types appears in many
Eastern healing techniques, and it requires practitioners to be
extremely flexible, as they must be able to formulate treatments on an
individual basis for their clients; in Abhyanga massage, your Dosha
determines what kind of oil should be used, and what sort of ingredients
should be added.
Traditionally, Abhyanga massage is performed in
the morning, to clarify the mind and stimulate the client for the day.
The client lies unclothed on a specially designed table, and the massage
therapist pours warmed and specially formulated oil over his or her
body. Sesame and coconut oils are commonly used, along with an
assortment of herbs. The oil is allowed to soak in for several minutes
before the massage therapist begins, using rhythmic, gentle strokes with
the whole palm.
In some cases, two massage therapists may work
on the same client. Abhyanga massage differs from many Western massage
techniques in that it is not deep. It is meant to nourish the body with
touch and rich oil, and while it certainly promotes healthy circulation
and and joints, it does not deeply penetrate the soft tissues of the
body. Abhyanga massage may also be paired with Shirodhara, an Ayurvedic
treatment which involves dripping warm oil or milk onto the forehead.
An Abhyanga massage can last up to an hour. After the massage is over, the
client is encouraged to shower to take a steamy bath to encourage
absorption of the oil. A regular routine of Abhyanga massage can be very
beneficial for the skin. For people who cannot manage a daily massage,
practitioners of Ayurveda recommend that people oil their feet, hands,
and heads daily with an oil formulated for their Dosha. The class is currently 2 days for a total of 16 hours credit. The cost is $240.00.
Jade Acupressure Face-lift
Traditional Chinese medicine is used to improve one's chi. The
vitality is reflected in an individual's face. In this modality we make
use of jade stones often used by emperors and their empresses to augment
their beauty.
Jade helps to restore complexion, vitality and radiance. The muscles
are sculpted and raised and the skin is improved with a vigorous
massage.
Gabriella Curry was hand-picked by Ramona Moody to
teach this class in her stead: "she can do it in her sleep," said
Ramona. Gabby has been a massage therapist for 16 years and taught for
Ramona for 10 years.
Students should bring a facial cream or a carrier oil suitable to their complexion. It is recommended that no one wear make up.
This class is four hours in length and the cost is $160.00. It is designed for massage therapists as well as estheticians and can be incorporated in a variety of massage therapies.
Pre-Natal Massage
All
massage therapists, at one time or another, will need to give massage
to a pregnant woman, and therefore must be able to adapt their massage
techniques to the unique needs of their pregnant clients, and must have
a good understanding of contraindications and safety.
In
this seminar, students will learn the basics of massaging pregnant
clients from Mireya Escalante, who has practiced massage for many years.
In addition to teaching the basic requirements and special concerns
and needs of pregnant clients, Mireya will be able to answer
students' questions and provide information for sources of equipment
and supplies. The class lasts 6 hours and the cost is $90.00.
Japanese Chair Massage
This course is presenting a seated massage based on the oriental energy system. Students will be introduced to an easy Qi Gong practice to associate with the concept of Ki (a.k.a. Chi). Class is primarily practical but location of specific acupuncture lines and points is covered, as well as indications, contraindications, and body dynamics. Students will learn a 20-30 minute pattern for massage of head, neck, back, hips, arms, and hands with the client seated in a massage chair or on a stool. Stretches of neck, shoulders, and back are included in the pattern.
By the end of the course the student will be able to correlate with the concept of Ki, recognize some basic Acupuncture points in the upper body, perform a 20-30 minute routine of Japanese Chair Massage, and demonstrate good body dynamics.
The class takes place on the 29thth and 30th of November 2010 from 9am-4pm for a total of 12 hours. the cost is $180.00 ( not including book.) This will be a very special class as Lena Nyholm will be conducting it. For those that have studied with Lena in the past it goes without saying; for the rest that will attend her class for the first time, you are about to be touched by an angel from Finland.
Back, Neck & Shoulders
The Neck Back and Shoulder are the most common parts of the body that
are prone to stiffness and tension. Stress, incorrect body posture,
long working hours, may add to neck back and shoulder pain. In this
class the student will learn different techniques to relieve the stress
and tension around the neck shoulder and back.
The class is 8 hours credit
Acupressure I
On completion of this class, you will have a basic understanding and
ability to apply acupressure therapy appropriately. You will gain
insight into the philosophical and historical background of acupressure
therapy, the effects and clinical applications of acupressure and
contraindications and endangerment sites. You will learn general
guidelines for giving acupressure including the therapeutic
relationships and ethics, setting up the physical environment and
elements of performance.
Required text: The Handbook of Chinese Massage (see Books and Supplies)
Credited hours: 48
Tuition Cost: $499.00
Kinesiology
Kinesiology, is the science of human movement. It is a regulated health profession that focuses on physical activity. the student learns to apply science-based medical principles to the analysis, preservation and enhancement of human movement in therapeutic massage technique. Basic understanding of the anatomy of the human body is also taught and these principles are indispensable to the dedicated massage therapist. The class is worth a total of 48 hours credit. The cost of tuition is $499.00. Students must have procured a copy of Trail Guide to the Body prior to class!
Sports Massage
Different kinds of Sports Massage techniques are studied in this class to help the massage therapist be successful. These include pre-event, post-event, conditioning-maintenance and rehabilitation that can be given in a spa setting or private practice.
The focus will be on conditioning-maintenance massage and will be studied in a sequence of techniques. The techniques studied: Circulatory Strokes, Trigger Points, Deep Tissue, Muscle Energy Techniques, Transverse Friction, Cryotherapy, Stretches and Movement.
The class credit hours are 48; the cost of tuition is $499.00. Required reading: Performance Massage by R. King. See: Books and Supplies
Swing Pain Workshop (Golf not Country
Western Dancing)
The golf swing is very violent
requiring a wide variety of movements to take place in a short period of time.
From the weekend duffer to the daily player, these movements can lead to the
development of a variety of painful muscles as well as ligament and tendon
strains.
In this workshop, we will explore the
most common areas of pain and how we can relieve many of the effects not only on
the golf swing, but other day to day activities.
In order to get maximum benefit from
this workshop you need a thorough knowledge of the musculoskeletal system and
the related muscle movements.
Bring your questions and also be
prepared to share any techniques that you may find especially helpful with your
golfing clients.
Reflexology
A natural healing art based on the principle that there are reflexes in the feet, hands and ears and referral areas within zones that correspond to every part, gland and organ of the body. Through application of pressure on these reflexes without the use of tools, creams or lotions, the feet being the primary area of application, reflexology relieves tension, improves circulation and helps promote the natural function of the related areas of the body.
The student will learn corresponding pressure points located in the feet, hands and ears. The student will be able to incorporate the techniques either as a separate modality or as an adjunct to most massage therapy treatments. The cost of tuition is $299.00. The total credit hours are 24.
Advanced Energy Healing
This class is part II of Lani Paden's Mind-Body/Chakra Systems class. This is to help the massage therapist in assessing where their client may be suffering from energy blocks. As discussed in Part I, psychological trauma usually causes blocked energy fields - the energy field stores the memory of the event. Releasing these memories is critical to the healing process and can be crucial for the massage therapist in the body work process. The student will learn when it is appropriate to engage in dialogue to help release some of this emotional energy. The student will also learn to develop the skills to navigate higher frequency energy systems and work out residues of trauma stored in the body. The class is worth 6 hours of credit and the tuition cost is $90.00. It should be noted also that it is not necessary for the student to have taken part I in order to sign up for this class.
Aromatherapy Massage
Aromatherapy is a branch of herbalism that has been used by people for thousands of years to bring about personal and environmental changes. These changes can take place on the mental, physical and emotional/spiritual levels.
In this class we will be practicing a massage that flows with different techniques to bring the essential oils to the face and body. You will learn how to devise your own personal or signature massage oil that clients will associate with you. The student will also learn about contraindications. Tuition Cost: $180.00 (Aromatherapy oils included) Hours: 16
What to bring to class-Unscented massage oil, massage sheets and breast drape. Anything else you may need such as pen, notebook, water and snack. Also, there is an excellent book that is required reading called The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy which can be found under Books and Supplies.
Table Thai Massage
Thai Massage is one
of the ancient healing arts of traditional Thai medicine. In this
class, students will learn the complex sequence soft tissue pressing,
stretching, twisting and joint manipulation on a massage table. This
class will teach the students advance therapeutic techniques with
rhythmic healing modality. $250.00 16 hours
CranialSacral Massage
Dr. Randall Stone says, "The finer energies in the body constitute its breath of life, by which the soul functions in and through the body. Normally, the rhythmic flow of the breath controls all functions of the body, as the inner center of ceaseless attraction and expulsions."
The student will learn to place their hands on the patient in a way that allows them to tune into the cranial-sacral rhythm and gently work with the spine and the skull and its cranial sutures, diaphragms, and fascia. In this way, the restrictions of nerve passages are eased, the movement of cerebral spinal fluid through the spinal cord is optimized, and misaligned bones are said to be restored to their proper position. Cranial-sacral therapists use the therapy to treat mental stress, neck and back pain, migraines, TMJ Syndrome, and for chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia.
This massage instruction allows the student to work with appropriate but loose fitting attire. The cost is $299.00 for 20 hours of instruction. Required textbook.
CRANIAL-SACRAL I & II
Cranial-sacral therapy, emphasizes the effect of the flow of cerebrospinal fluid on the movement of the cranium and spine. During the treatment, bones and tissues return to their original positions. these movements can be analyzed by sensitive fingers held on each side of the head, on the sacrum, or limbs. Students will learn to recognize normal and abnormal movement and will learn a sequence of movements designed to normalize cranial-sacral movement, as well as indications and contraindications.
CRANIAL-SACRAL UNWINDING
Unwinding applies the cranial-sacral techniques of soft touch, listing to the body, and slowness of movement to following freeform motions rather than the flexion and extension of the cranial-sacral rhythm. The body re-assumes the posture it was in during trauma, muscle memory is accessed, and the client is given the chance to relax into and let go of blockages.
ADVANCED POLARITY I
Focuses on restoring the balance of body-mind energy by balancing the positive and negative energies throughout the body. Teaches the intricacies of the Five Elements. Emphasis is placed on teaching students to accurately assess and to treat element imbalances which affect both the body and the emotions.
WINDOWS IN THE SKY
Are acupuncture points which have been used to help people move into a meditation-like state of consciousness. In such a deeply relaxed state, physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation happens with surprising speed and ease.
MEDICAL QI GONG
Medical Qi Gong techniques will be blended with bodywork, to increase the flow of qi to specific organs and meridians,qi emitting techniques, Sheng gong (spirit work, to increase subtle perceptions and intuition) and meditations techniques. Students will learn how to apply these techniques to bodywork, in order to increase the flow of energy through the therapist's hands, increase awareness of subtleties and increase intuition.
Back Facial, Neck & Shoulder Massage
This is a specialty massage designed for students that are primarily estheticians and would like to learn the mechanics of an appropriate finishing massage to follow a back facial. The students will learn stretching, trigger points and compression techniques, along with basic Swedish massage strokes.The cost of tuition is $60.00 for four hours of credit.
Hot Stone Massage
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The course objective:
1. To introduce the use of heat therapy with hot stones.
2. Teach the student to perform a 60 or 90 minute Hot Stone Treatment with ease and confidence.
3. Present indications and contraindications of heat.
4. Teach the safe use of stones.
5. Teach sanitation to prevent cross-contamination between clients.e
The stones allow deeper work with less invasive technique than traditional Swedish Massage. The class is 8 hours and the tuition is $160.00 which includes the stone kit.
Introduction to Deep Tissue Massage: Therapeutic Massage
This is an introduction to Deep Tissue massage and is geared toward the Spa Therapists. The focus is to provide training necessary for the massage therapist required to administer more pressure for the client to provide a "therapeutic massage," but does not require what would normally be considered a fully-focused "Deep Tissue massage."
The class will assume a working knowledge of anatomy, but will provide a regimen for therapists to follow - the basic techniques and body mechanics required to provide the client with an overall body massage that goes beyond merely a firm Swedish massage.
Session 1: Review basic techniques and body mechanics. Demo and practice: Head, Neck, Arms and Upper Anterior Torso
Session 2: Demo and practice: Lower anterior torso (hips, legs and feet) Posterior hips, legs and feet.
Session 3: Demo and practice: Upper posterior (back, shoulders and neck)
Session 4: Review specific areas and perform a complete 1 hour treatment
Cost: $250.00 20 hours of credit.
Advanced Reflexology
This class focuses on:
1. Testing and releasing sciatica.
2. Issues and areas: headaches, lower back pain, neck, shoulders, leg cramps, menstrual issues, carpal tunnel and other injuries.
3.
The class will also cover a variety of Sports issues to be incorporated into the massage therapist technique.
4.Masques, paraffin wraps and scrubs will also be covered.
The benefits are that the therapist at the end of the class will be able to perform an hour reflexology treatment on an advanced basis.
Recommended reading: Reflexology: A Basic Guide by Beryl Crane. Check under Books and Supplies.
The tuition is $300.00 for 20 hours of credit.
Shiatsu Massage
The Japanese finger pressure method of massage is used to improve circulation, stimulate the nervous system and promote metabolism. The instructor will combine traditional techniques along with trigger points & Tsubu method, an Amma method of massage.
Students will learn how to release troubled areas and muscles that are stagnant through holding pressure points while moving corresponding parts of the body.
Tuition is $499.00 for 48 hours of credit.
Thai on the Floor
This technique originates in Thailand. It is a combination of yoga stretching, calmness and meditation, acupressure and reflexology. It stimulate the muscle, joints, bones, nerves, ligament and lymphatic system. Using this technique the receiver will feel more relax and also awakens the flow of energy that makes the spirit tranquil. Thai Massage does not only heals the body but also the mind and spirit.
The Class is 32 hours credit. Students must bring their own yoga mat, 2 pillows and wear loose comfortable clothes.
Takenoko Massage (Warm Wood Fusion)
Is a
type of massage treatment which uses hand crafted heated wood tools of
different sizes. This treatment includes long, soothing rhythmic
strokes and deep pressure application. It reduces tension and stress,
relax the body and mind and relieves tightness of muscles and tendons.
The treatment allows deeper work but less work for the therapist. Students should bring a heating pad to class.
The class is 8 hours. Students will need to prepare $25.00 for the wood kit.
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Muscle Testing
In this series of classes you will learn the history of manual
muscle testing, testing procedures, and how to have
repeatable accuracy in your testing.
Topics will include:
•Specific and general muscle tests
•Other forms of sensitivity testing
•Influences and errors
•Mechanical and postural implications
As taught by Dr. Robert W. Haberkorn
Pathology
- Understand indications for massage and body work methods.
- Identify and understand contraindications for massage and bodywork methods.
- Take a basic health history.
- Document records appropriately and accurately.
- Understand general pathological processes and causes.
- Know when and to whom to refer clients with pathology.
- Adjust their massage or body work methods according to pathology.
- Work with Medical and other heatlhcare professionals.
Nutrition
- Understand what is and what is not food.
- Identify and understand macronutrients and micronutrients.
- Take and examine a diet history.
- Understand digestion, absorption and utilization of food.
- Understand the difference between Calories and Nutrients.
- Read and understand nutrition labels.
- Make good food choices.
- Recognize signs and symptoms of nutritional imbalances.
- Understand the difference between nutritional supplementation, dietary supplementation, nutricutical therapy, and herbal therapy.
- Identify seveeral eating and digestive disorders.
- Modify basic food selection to individual need for weight loss, nutrient deficiency or excess.
