Stress Busting 1: First Aid for Stress
2020-09-20 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
Description:

This live Zoom seminar is about claiming your full potential for energy, vitality, and pain-free living. You may complain about lack of good sleep, a weak immune system, chronic pain, inflammation, or fatigue. What you are really describing are the effects of chronic stress. The antidote to all those stress-related problems, begins with this seminar.
Whatever your age, physical condition, or stress level is today, you can begin to transform the way you feel right now. In this 2-hour class, I share integrative bodywork methods that can shift your nervous system from fight or flight to calm and controlled.
I made this class affordable and accessible to everyone. For less than the cost of a half-hour session, you can have two hours of education and self-care that could change your life. I will teach you how to use this information to maximize the health benefits for yourself and your family. Please join us!
I will teach you some of the most practical information that I have come across in my decades of work in the health field.
Here is a sample:

What is stress? Understanding it is key to addressing it.
Simple but powerful techniques to change your state of mind in minutes
Safe, natural ways to shift your nervous system out of fight or flight
What to do and what to avoid if you want to stay calm and centered
And more…

Register today! Reducing stress could be the first step toward a more passionate, energized life.
This is the first of 2 (or more) stress related classes. The next in the series (Stress Busting 2: Resilient Health) will focus on longterm actions and lifestyle choices that can leave you healthier and less vulnerable to stress.

CORE BENEFITS
Develop basic skill at recognizing, understanding and controlling the stress response. Learn to be calm.

Highlights
By participating in this class, you will be able to:

better understand stress and how it works
recognize the signs and symptoms of excessive stress
use breathing as a tool to shift out of fight or flight mode
use grounding and acupressure to reduce stress in minutes
use movement to rebalance the nervous system
develop mindful habits that protect you from stress and illness
teach holistic techniques to your family and loved ones

Continuing Education: 2 CE hours

NCBTMB approved for self-care
Florida massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-786358) Check with your state board to confirm details.

Registration:
Please Register early. I will send instructions closer to the class date on how to access this zoom class.

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

The Science of Stress Relief
2020-10-17 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
Description:

This six-hour, online class is designed to give bodyworkers a solid introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the stress response and specific guidance on how to influence the autonomic nervous system through integrative massage therapy. Topics will include an introduction to polyvagal theory and its clinical application.

Stress reduction is a huge part of what we do as massage therapists. This class will help you to do it more consciously and effectively. These same principles, by the way, can be used to relieve pain, inflammation, and a host of other symptoms and conditions.
Participants will learn hands-on techniques as well as self-help information that could serve as client education. Everyone who completes the class will have tools to quickly shift out of fight or flight mode and the knowledge to build resilience against the future effects of excessive stress.
NOTE: Schedule will include a one-hour break for lunch from 12pm to 1pm

CORE BENEFITS

Develop basic skill at recognizing, understanding, and controlling the stress response through integrative bodywork.
Highlights
By participating in this online class, you will be able to:

Discuss the anatomy and physiology of the stress response
Describe how to use grounding and earthing to reduce stress in minutes
Demonstrate breathing techniques to shift out of fight or flight mode
Discuss the importance of the vagus nerve in stress and relaxation
Demonstrate touch with presence to activate the parasympathetic nervous system
Perform movement techniques and mindful acupressure to improve brain function
Discuss two or more lifestyle changes that could protect us from stress and illness
Discuss the role of mindfulness in health, relaxation, and bodywork

Continuing Education: 6 CE hours

“The Science of Stress Relief” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Florida licensed massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-710335)
(Online classes in Florida count as “General” hours however, 2020-2021 is a coronavirus exception. Check with your state board to confirm approval for “LIVE” CE hours)

Registration:
Early registration & discounted fee available until October 4, 2020

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

Meridian Massage - Online
2020-11-06 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
This four-hour, experiential class is focused on locating, palpating, and memorizing 14 meridians (or pathways) of Chinese medicine. Students in the online class will palpate volunteers and/or their own bodies. Theory and philosophy is minimized in favor of practical application. We will address relationship of the meridian system to health, healing, and performance, as well as applications to massage therapy. This is a rare opportunity to increase your confidence with meridians by learning their locations and directions. The class can also serve as a perfect way to review or preview the 16-hour Meridian Connection seminar.
Meridian Massage is a great complement to classes in muscle testing and Touch For Health Kinesiology. The material will also be very much appreciated by practitioners of chi gung or tai chi. The concepts and hands-on techniques are useful for anyone who is interested in meridians and health.
Highlights:

Be able to name eight or more of fourteen acupuncture meridians
Be able to locate and trace eight or more of fourteen acupuncture meridians
Be able to describe the relationship of meridians and their associated muscles
Be able to discuss the therapeutic applications of meridian massage
Be able to describe the use of meridians in massage therapy assessment

Bring:
Something to write with. Dress comfortably and in layers since this facility can get cold. We will not be disrobing for this class.
Continuing Education: 4 CE hours
“Meridian Massage” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Meridian Massage – Online is approved for Florida Massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-785416)
NOTE: Online hours in Florida are considered GENERAL. The 2020-2021 cycle is a coronavirus exception.
Please confirm with your board that this class counts as “LIVE” hours.

Registration dates:
Early registration & discounted fee available until October 25!

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

Stress Busting 1: First Aid for Stress
2020-12-12 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
Description:

THIS CLASS IS POSTPONED. FUTURE DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED.
Don’t let holiday stress get you down! This live Zoom seminar will help you claim your potential for energy, vitality, and pain-free living. Whatever your age, physical condition, or stress level, you can begin to transform the way you feel right now. In this 2-hour class, I share integrative bodywork concepts and methods that anyone can use to shift their nervous system from fight or flight to calm and controlled. Reducing stress will increase your vitality, enhance your performance and boost your immune system.
For less than the cost of a half-hour massage, you can have two hours of training in self-care that could change your life. Please join us! I will teach you some of the most practical information that I have learned in my decades of work in the health field.

Register today! Reducing stress could be the first step toward a more passionate, energized life.

CORE BENEFITS
Develop basic skill at recognizing, understanding and controlling the stress response. Learn to be calm.

Highlights
By participating in this class, you will be able to:

better understand stress and how it works
recognize the signs and symptoms of excessive stress
use breathing as a tool to shift out of fight or flight mode
use grounding and acupressure to reduce stress in minutes
use movement to rebalance the nervous system
develop mindful habits that protect you from stress and illness
teach holistic techniques to your family and loved ones

Fee
$39 is the early registration rate (Before November 28).
Continuing Education: 2 CE hours

NCBTMB approved for self-care
Florida massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-786358) Check with your state board to confirm details.

Registration:

—THIS CLASS IS POSTPONED. THANK YOU!—

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

Integrative Bodywork Concepts
2021-01-09 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
Description: This class has been postponed (Always register early).

This six-hour class is designed to convey a practical understanding of the strategies and mechanisms which underlie an integrative approach to bodywork. Participants will weave the concepts of presence, grounding, and self-awareness into evaluation and treatment of fascia, physiological movement, and the nervous system. Techniques will be practiced on your own body and on virtual partners in the class. Principles you learn in this seminar will deepen your understanding of hands-on healing, transform your experience of bodywork, and boost your clinical results.
There are NO PREREQUISITES for this seminar. It will complement and enrich the live, in-person seminar titled Integrative Massage Therapy. The two classes can be taken in any order.

NOTE: Schedule will include a one-hour break for lunch from 12pm to 1pm

CORE BENEFITS

Expand your understanding and sharpen your skills related to integrative bodywork practice.
Highlights
By participating in this online class, you will be able to:

Discuss the science behind therapeutic bodywork
Discuss the importance of Grounding and how to practice it
Define presence and describe techniques to develop the skill
Discuss the interrelationship of structure and function
List two or more key principles of accurate palpation
Discuss key osteopathic concepts that relate to massage therapy.
Describe the role of the vagus nerve in massage treatment
Demonstrate using self-awareness as an assessment tool

Continuing Education: 6 CE hours
“Integrative Bodywork Concepts” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists
Florida licensed massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-804412)

NOTE: Online classes in Florida count as “General” hours however, 2020-2021 is a coronavirus exception. Check with your state board to confirm approval for “LIVE” CE hours)

Registration: THIS CLASS IS POSTPONED.
Please subscribe to our notification newsletter (Click symbol at bottom of page) if you are interested in future offerings.

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

Meridian Massage - Online
2021-02-20 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
This four-hour class focuses on palpating 14 meridians (or pathways) of Chinese medicine. Students will locate and assess meridians on their own bodies. Theory and philosophy is secondary as we employ a practical, regional approach to learning the meridian pathways. We also address relationship of the meridian system to health, healing, and performance. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to develop confidence with meridians by learning their locations, directions, and applications to massage therapy.
There are NO PREREQUISITES for this seminar. It can stand alone or will complement and enrich our live, in-person seminar titled The Meridian Connection. The two classes can be taken in any order.
This material will also be very much appreciated by practitioners of chi gung or tai chi. The concepts and hands-on techniques are useful for anyone who is interested in meridians and health.
Highlights:

Be able to name eight or more of fourteen acupuncture meridians
Be able to locate and trace eight or more of fourteen acupuncture meridians
Be able to describe the relationship of meridians and their associated muscles
Be able to discuss the therapeutic applications of meridian massage
Be able to describe the use of meridians in massage therapy assessment

Continuing Education: 4 CE hours
“Meridian Massage” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Meridian Massage – Online is approved for Florida Massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-785416)
NOTE: Online hours in Florida are considered GENERAL. The 2020-2021 cycle is a coronavirus exception.
Please confirm with your board that this class counts as “LIVE” hours.

Registration: Register Early! After this class, I will be taking a break for a few months. Seminars will resume in the Fall.

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

Stress Busting Secrets
2021-07-07 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
Do your clients complain about lack of good sleep, a weak immune system, chronic pain, inflammation, or fatigue? These are common effects of chronic stress. The solution to stress-related problems, begins with this seminar.
Massage therapists will learn integrative, hands-on techniques to shift clients out of sympathetic dominance as well how to guide others in breathing and movement. This information can also be used for self-care or client education.
I will teach you some of the most practical techniques that I have learned in my decades of work in the holistic field. Whatever your age, physical condition, or stress level, you can begin to transform the way you feel right now, and help others to do the same.
This class is affordable and accessible because now, more than ever, everyone needs it. For less than the cost of a massage, you can have two hours of education and self-care that could change your life. Please join us!

This seminar is being offered by the Florida State Massage Therapy Association. They are handling Registration.
For more information, visit FSMTA.org or call 407-786-3307.

The Meridian Connection
2021-07-17 08:30 - 2021-07-18 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Central Florida School of Massage Therapy, 450 N Lakemont Avenue, Suite A, Winter Park , FL, 32792, United States
SORRY, THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. STAY IN TOUCH FOR NEW CLASSES IN 2022.

Meridians can empower your bodywork and improve clinical results! What if you could skip the non-essentials, simplify the philosophy, and focus on material you will be able to use in your office the next morning? If that sounds appealing, join us! This two-day seminar will take the mystery out of meridians.
We also cover five categories of acupuncture points that will help to deepen our understanding and comfort level with the meridian pathways. It sounds like a lot of material but the content of this class is structured to meet the needs of massage therapists.
This seminar is a perfect complement to classes in Touch For Health Kinesiology. The material will also be very much appreciated by practitioners of Qigong or tai chi. These concepts and hands-on techniques are useful for anyone who is interested in meridians and health.

Download and share a Flyer!

Why take this two-day class?
By participating in this class, you will:

Learn to locate and trace fourteen acupuncture meridians
Learn a technique called “meridian walking” for acute pain
Study muscles, organs, emotions and pathologies relating to each meridian
Learn how to use meridians in clinical assessment
Learn how to treat meridian imbalance with massage techniques
Learn how acupuncture concepts apply to any clinical bodywork practice
Practice meridian exercises and self-treatment
Practice locating, evaluating, and treating acupuncture points
Learn to use entry and exit points for balancing meridians
Learn how to use front mu (alarm) points and back shu points to treat organs
Learn the most powerful treatment points for common conditions
Learn how to easily integrate acupuncture points into massage practice

What participants have to say!

Bring:
Something to write with. Dress in layers (as always) since temperature may be difficult to control. We will not be disrobing in this class.
Continuing Education: 16 CE hours

Nationally Certified Bodyworkers (NCBTMB) and LMT’s in all the states that accept NCBTMB approval
Florida Massage Therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-591507)

Registration:
Early registration discount available until July 3

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

The Craniosacral Connection
2021-07-19 08:30 - 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Central Florida School of Massage Therapy, 450 N Lakemont Avenue, Suite A, Winter Park , FL, 32792, United States
SORRY, THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. STAY IN TOUCH FOR NEW CLASSES IN 2022.

The Craniosacral Connection is a mix of lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice designed to teach you the benefits of craniosacral therapy along with the power of mindful palpation. We focus on integration of craniosacral techniques into massage therapy practice.
In this class, you will develop and/or refine your light-touch palpation skills by learning how to palpate and evaluate the craniosacral rhythm, a subtle physiological movement affecting the entire body. You will also learn how to locate subtle restrictions in the nervous system and correct those restrictions using gentle myofascial techniques. This one-day experience could transform the way you look at bodywork and healing!

Download and share a Flyer!

Why take this one-day class?
By participating in this class, you will:

Develop and refine your light-touch palpation skills
Study the anatomy and physiology of the craniosacral system
Learn how the craniosacral system influences health and healing
Gain an excellent preparation for future CST training
Learn and practice palpating key body locations where craniosacral motion can best be evaluated
Learn and practice tissue release techniques that you can apply in your practice the next day
Learn how to integrate cranial work into clinical massage therapy
Receive 8 hours of continuing education approved by NCBTMB and FL Board of Massage

What participants have to say!
Fee:
$145 early registration (includes manual) – DISCOUNTS for FSMTA members and CFSMT grads.

Continuing Education: 8 CE hours
(NOTE: CE credits for this seminar are provided by Polarity Healthcare. Call us with any questions about CE. The Craniosacral Connection is approved for the following:

Nationally Certified Bodyworkers (NCBTMB) and LMT’s in all the states that accept NCBTMB approval
Florida Massage Therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-633340)

Registration:
Early registration discount available until July 5!

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

The Science of Stress Relief
2021-08-06 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
Description: CANCELLED
SORRY. WE WERE NOT ABLE TO WORK OUT THE APPROVAL DETAILS IN TIME FOR THIS CLASS TO BE HELD AS SCHEDULED.

This six-hour, online class is designed to give bodyworkers a solid introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the stress response and specific guidance on how to influence the autonomic nervous system through integrative massage therapy. Topics will include an introduction to polyvagal theory and its clinical application.

Reducing stress is an integral part of what we do as massage therapists. This class will help you to do it more consciously and effectively. The principles and techniques in this seminar can also be used to relieve pain, inflammation, and a host of other symptoms and conditions.
Participants will learn hands-on techniques as well as self-help information that could serve as client education. Everyone who completes the class will have tools to quickly shift out of fight or flight mode and the knowledge to build resilience against the future effects of excessive stress.
NOTE: Schedule will include a one-hour break for lunch from 12pm to 1pm Eastern Time.
Please download, print, post, or share a Flyer!

Highlights
By participating in this online class, you will be able to:

Discuss the anatomy and physiology of the stress response
Describe how to use grounding and earthing to reduce stress in minutes
Demonstrate breathing techniques to shift out of fight or flight mode
Discuss the importance of the vagus nerve in stress and relaxation
Demonstrate touch with presence to activate the parasympathetic nervous system
Perform movement techniques and mindful acupressure to improve brain function
Discuss two or more lifestyle changes that could protect us from stress and illness
Discuss the role of mindfulness in health, relaxation, and bodywork

Continuing Education: 6 CE hours

“The Science of Stress Relief” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Florida licensed massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-710335)
(Online classes in Florida count as “General” hours)

Registration:
CANCELLED

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

Overview of Craniosacral Therapy
2022-05-29 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | Big Tree Fitness, 1698 Merriman Rd, Akron, OH, 44313, United States
This is an opportunity to sample the Upledger Institute’s CranioSacral Therapy 1 (CS1) workshop studied by more than 125,000 healthcare practitioners worldwide. The 6-hour, hands-on overview will guide participants on a journey to, through and around one of the body’s most fascinating healing channels; the craniosacral system and is intended for healthcare professionals as well as non-professionals and clients who are interested in exploring CranioSacral Therapy. The program content is included in the 4 day CranioSacral Therapy 1 workshop.
You will develop or refine your light-touch palpation skills by learning how to palpate and evaluate the craniosacral rhythm, a subtle physiological movement affecting the entire body. You will also learn how to locate subtle restrictions in the connective tissue system and correct those restrictions using gentle myofascial techniques.
CORE BENEFITS
Refine light touch palpation skills and basic myofascial unwinding techniques.
WHY TAKE THIS ONE-DAY CLASS?
By participating in this class, you will:

Develop and refine your light-touch palpation skills
Get a taste of the work before spending $700-$900 for the CranioSacral Therapy Level 1 class
Gain understanding which will help you to get more out of the CST1 class when you go on
Learn basic, practical techniques that can be applied immediately
Receive 6 hours of continuing education approved by NCBTMB and FL Board of Massage
Be able to deduct the entire fee from the regular cost of CS1 when you decide to go on*

*Note: You must register within 30 days for any CS1 class in order to apply. This offer can not be combined with any other discounts.
FEE
$125 early registration (includes manual)
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 6 CONTACT HOURS
Note: CE details below were accurate when this page was created but may have changed. The Upledger Institute handles continuing education for this seminar.
“Overview of Craniosacral Therapy” is approved for the following:

Athletic Trainers (Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers)
Nationally Certified Bodyworkers (NCBTMB) and LMT’s in all the states that accept NCBTMB approval
Florida Massage Therapists – (CE Broker tracking number is: 20-800701)

REGISTRATION
Early Registration Discount until May 15, 2022!
Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

The Meridian Connection
2022-07-30 08:30 - 2022-07-31 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Massage & Yoga Healing Arts, 3250 W. Market St., Ste. 104, Fairlawn, OH, 44333, United States
Meridians can empower your bodywork and improve clinical results! What if you could skip the non-essentials, simplify the philosophy, and focus on material you will be able to use in your office on Monday morning? If that sounds appealing, join us! This two-day seminar will take the mystery out of meridians.
We focus on applying acupuncture concepts to massage therapy assessment and treatment. You will become familiar with some acupuncture points but the real emphasis is on the meridian itself. You will learn to trace fourteen meridians from memory and discuss the associated muscles, organs, emotions, and pathologies.
On the second day, you will learn about categories of acupressure points including entry and exit points, front mu and back shu points, and command points. Working with these points will deepen your understanding and comfort level with the meridian pathways. It sounds like a lot of material but the content of this class is structured to meet the practical needs of massage therapists.
Expect to become comfortable locating acupressure points as well as using combinations of points to treat meridians, organs and systems. We will use intention as well as physical stimulation in this approach. Our own personal meridian systems will be balanced several times throughout the weekend and we will finish by practicing assessment and treatment in triads. If you keep hearing about meridians and wish you understood them better, this is a rare opportunity to increase your confidence and therapeutic effectiveness by spending two days immersed in them.
This seminar is a perfect complement to classes in muscle testing or Touch For Health Kinesiology. The material will also be appreciated by practitioners of chi gung or tai chi. These practical concepts and hands-on techniques are useful for anyone who is interested in meridians and health.

Important! Attendance is limited at this seminar. Please call or email for permission before registering.

The Art & Science of Stress Relief
2022-08-05 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
Description: CANCELLED
I’m disappointed that so few therapists seem to realize the importance ot working with the stress response. I will reschedule this for next year.

Want to make stress reduction a focus in your practice? This class will help you to do it more consciously and effectively. The principles and techniques that you learn in this class can also be used to relieve pain, inflammation, and a host of other symptoms and conditions.
The six-hour, live-online class is designed to give bodyworkers a solid understanding of the stress response and specific guidance on how to influence the autonomic nervous system through integrative massage therapy. Topics will include an introduction to the vagus nerve, its clinical importance, and practical methods of working with it.
Participants will learn hands-on techniques as well as self-help information that could serve as client education. Everyone who completes the class will have tools to quickly shift out of fight or flight mode and the knowledge to build resilience against the future effects of excessive stress. Imagine how useful that will be in your own life!
NOTE: Schedule will include a one-hour break for lunch from 12pm to 1pm Eastern time.

Core Benefits
Develop basic skill at recognizing, understanding, and controlling the stress response through integrative bodywork.

Highlights
By participating in this online class, you will be able to:

Discuss the anatomy and physiology of the stress response
Describe how to use grounding and earthing to reduce stress in minutes
Demonstrate breathing techniques to shift out of fight or flight mode
Discuss the importance of the vagus nerve in stress and relaxation
Demonstrate touch with presence to activate the parasympathetic nervous system
Perform movement techniques and mindful acupressure to improve brain function
Discuss two or more lifestyle changes that could protect us from stress and illness
Discuss the role of mindfulness in health, relaxation, and bodywork

Continuing Education: 6 CE hours

“The Art & Science of Stress Relief” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Florida licensed massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-710335)
(Online classes in Florida count as “General” hours)

Registration:
Early Registration Discount Rate Before July 22, 2022!

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

Training Your Touch 2: Following the Fascia
2022-09-10 08:30 - 2022-09-11 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Georgia Massage School, 2800 Horizon Ridge Court Suite 275, Suwanee, GA, 30024, United States
PLEASE NOTE:
WE ARE CURRENTLY AT MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT FOR THIS CLASS. HOWEVER, THERE MAY BE A CANCELLATION OR OPENING. IF YOU ARE SERIOUSLY INTERESTED, PLEASE SEND EMAIL WITH YOUR NAME, PHONE, AND THIS CLASS CODE (TYT2 ATLANTA22) TO RANDALL@POLARITYHEALTHCARE.COM. PUT “WAITLIST” IN THE SUBJECT LINE.
YOU WILL BE PUT ON A WAITING LIST AND NOTIFIED IF A SPOT BECOMES AVAILABLE.
THANK YOU!

Are you ready for the next step in refining your skills? After a quick review/preview of Training Your Touch: Advanced Palpation Skills (Which is NOT a prerequisite for this class), we will practice palpating and assessing physiological movement in the body. Then we begin evaluation of the fascial body at various listening points to identify stress or dysfunction. Topics will include osteopathic concepts that relate to our therapy methods, and how to apply those concepts as treatment techniques. I believe that understanding the relationship between concept and technique is one key to optimal results.
The second day begins with grounding and centering to refine our perception. Then we mindfully assess tension patterns and fascial pulls in the lower extremities, upper extremities, and torso. By applying what we have learned to different layers of tissue, we will literally be “following the fascia”. Finally, we pull everything together in order to practice assessment and treatment in groups of three. This class will expand your skill in any method of bodywork.
Prerequisites: NONE. This class is open to everyone. (Two or more years of hands-on experience is recommended)

IMPORTANT NOTE ON MASKS: The Georgia Massage School currently requires all participants in school sponsored activities to wear an N95 or a KN95 mask. You can review their policies HERE. Please make sure you are in alignment with these policies as they are required in order for you to participate in the seminar. If you have questions, please contact the Georgia Massage School.
CORE BENEFITS
Learn advanced manual assessment strategies and fascial evaluation techniques
WHY TAKE THIS TWO-DAY CLASS?
After participating in this class, you will be able to:

Discuss the importance of grounding before assessment
Describe “mindful palpation”
Demonstrate one or more techniques for relaxing the nervous system
Discuss how to enhance palpation skills for assessment and treatment
Demonstrate using touch to evaluate sympathetic activation
Discuss the Osteopathic concept of “The Body Hugs the Lesion”
Demonstrate identification of postural strain patterns through touch
Discuss the importance of fascia in manual assessment
Discuss the potential role of mirror neurons in assessment
Perform three or more assessment techniques at the feet and ankles
Demonstrate how assessment can merge into treatment
Discuss the concept of “inhibition”
Describe how to use rhythms and micro-movements in assessment and treatment
Demonstrate how to apply inhibition to orthopedic testing
Demonstrate fascial assessment of the upper extremities, lower extremities, and back
Be able to “follow the fascia’ in both assessment and treatment

FEE
$285 Early Registration Price (including study guide)
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 16 CONTACT HOURS
“Training Your Touch 2: Following the Fascia” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists (and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval)
Massage therapists in Florida and Georgia (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-747062)

Registration: CURRENTLY WAITLISTED
Registration Closed

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

Introduction to Craniosacral Therapy
2022-10-01 09:00 - 2022-10-02 16:00 (America/Detroit) | Open Arms Wellness Center and Yoga Loft, 2300 Navarre Ave #204, Oregon, OH, 43616, United States
SORRY, THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED.
iT WILL BE RESCHEDULED SOON SO LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE INTERESTED!
This is an opportunity to sample the Upledger Institute’s CranioSacral Therapy course studied by more than 125,000 healthcare practitioners worldwide. The twelve-hour introduction to craniosacral therapy is a mix of lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice designed to teach you the benefits of CST along with basic techniques you can use in practice and for your own health.
Please know that this is much more than an introduction to a particular technique. In this class, you will develop and/or refine your light-touch palpation skills by learning how to palpate and evaluate the craniosacral rhythm, a subtle physiological movement affecting the entire body. You will also learn how to locate subtle restrictions in the connective tissue system and correct those restrictions using gentle myofascial techniques. The concepts and skills from this class can transform your practice and your life.

HIGHLIGHTS

Explore the anatomy and physiology of the craniosacral system and its relationship to illness, pain and dysfunction
Gain an excellent preparation for Upledger’s CS1 class
Develop and refine light-touch palpation skills
Learn and practice palpating the “listening stations”, key body locations where the craniosacral motion can best be evaluated
Learn and practice tissue release techniques for the pelvic and respiratory diaphragms and thoracic inlet
Learn about and practice: mobilizing the sacrum; the dural tube rock and dural tube glide; using intention and stillpoint induction
Be able to deduct $125 from the regular cost of CS1 when you decide to go on (You must register within 30 days for any CS1 class, or make a deposit, in order to apply)

What participants have to say!
INSTRUCTOR
Randall Gibson, M.Ed., LMT – In cooperation with Upledger Institute International
FEE
$250 early registration (includes manual)
“In seventeen years of practice and continuing ed., I have never felt like I learned more
and could go away practicing what I had learned.”
Candyce Steigerwald, PT
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 12 CONTACT HOURS
The Upledger Institute handles continuing education for this seminar. Please call the institute with any questions about CE credit.
“Introduction to Craniosacral Therapy” is approved for the following:

Florida Massage Therapists – CE Broker tracking number is: 20-324376
Athletic Trainers (Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers)
Nationally Certified Bodyworkers (NCBTMB) and LMT’s in all the states that accept NCBTMB approval
Nurses* (See below)

*The Upledger Institute is approved as a continuing education provider (BRN Provider Number CEP9432) for contact hours under the California Board of Registered Nursing in all but the following states: Florida, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota and Wyoming
REGISTRATION
Sorry, this class is cancelled.
Thank you!

The Kinesiology Connection
2022-10-14 08:30 - 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy, 3600 Laketon Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15235, United States
Have you experienced the power of muscle testing? Learn how to test for a variety of dysfunctions and to correct them quickly and efficiently using techniques available to everyone. Topics will include tests for dehydration and muscle weakness as well as a simple and effective technique for addressing emotional stress. Self-help exercises for coordination and balance will also be covered. This is an excellent preparation for more extensive study in Touch For Health Kinesiology style muscle testing or a review and update for those who have studied with me in the past. If you are eager to deepen your knowledge and skill, join me for The Kinesiology Connection in Broadview Hts., Ohio.
Note: Space is limited at this facility so REGISTER EARLY!
Highlights:

Learn how to perform accurate muscle testing
Learn how to use integrative massage techniques to correct weakness and imbalance within seconds
Learn how to insure more accurate results in muscle testing
Learn how to identify and locate specific injuries and problem areas
Learn how to use emotional stress release (ESR) in massage therapy or for self-help
Learn how to use cross crawl exercises to improve coordination and balance
Learn tests and corrections for the rotator cuff muscles
Learn how to perform a quick and easy assessment of the cervical spine

Bring:
A massage table if you have one. Something to write with. Dress comfortably and in layers since temperature is unpredictable. We will not be disrobing for this class. We will take a one-hour break for lunch on our own.
Continuing Education: 8 CE hours

NCBTMB – and all states that accept NCBTMB approval
Florida Massage Therapists (CE Broker Tracking Number: 20-604298)

Registration:
Register Through the PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF MASSAGE THERAPY

Training Your Touch 2: Following the Fascia
2022-10-15 08:30 - 2022-10-16 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy, 3600 Laketon Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15235, United States
Are you ready for the next step in refining your skills? After a quick review/preview of Training Your Touch: Advanced Palpation Skills (Which is NOT a prerequisite for this class), we will practice palpating and assessing physiological movement in the body. Then we begin evaluation of the fascial body at various listening points to identify stress or dysfunction. Topics will include osteopathic concepts that relate to our therapy methods, and how to apply those concepts as treatment techniques. I believe that understanding the relationship between concept and technique is one key to optimal results.
The second day begins with grounding and centering to refine our perception. Then we mindfully assess tension patterns and fascial pulls in the lower extremities, upper extremities, and torso. By applying what we have learned to different layers of tissue, we will literally be “following the fascia”. Finally, we pull everything together in order to practice assessment and treatment in groups of three. This class will expand your skill in any method of bodywork.
Prerequisites: NONE. This class is open to everyone. (Two or more years of hands-on experience is recommended)
CORE BENEFITS
Learn advanced manual assessment strategies and fascial evaluation techniques
WHY TAKE THIS TWO-DAY CLASS?
After participating in this class, you will be able to:

Discuss the importance of grounding before assessment
Describe “mindful palpation”
Demonstrate one or more techniques for relaxing the nervous system
Discuss how to enhance palpation skills for assessment and treatment
Demonstrate using touch to evaluate sympathetic activation
Discuss the Osteopathic concept of “The Body Hugs the Lesion”
Demonstrate identification of postural strain patterns through touch
Discuss the importance of fascia in manual assessment
Discuss the potential role of mirror neurons in assessment
Perform three or more assessment techniques at the feet and ankles
Demonstrate how assessment can merge into treatment
Discuss the concept of “inhibition”
Describe how to use rhythms and micro-movements in assessment and treatment
Demonstrate how to apply inhibition to orthopedic testing
Demonstrate fascial assessment of the upper extremities, lower extremities, and back
Be able to “follow the fascia’ in both assessment and treatment

FEE
$300 (including study guide)
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 16 CONTACT HOURS
“Training Your Touch 2: Following the Fascia” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists (and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval)
Massage therapists in Florida and Georgia (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-747062)

Registration:
Register through the PITTSBURCH SCHOOL OF MASSAGE THERAPY

Stress Busting Secrets
2022-12-10 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
Thank you for your interest in this seminar! I think it is extremely important information and am eager to share it more widely. However, the lack of enrollment just three days before class is scheduled to begin tells me that this is not the best time. People are likely too busy with holiday preparation. I AM POSTPONING THIS CLASS and will re-schedule it after the holidays. I may offer it at no charge as a gift to you! Please make sure that you are subscribed to my email list to be notified when new classes are scheduled. You can subscribe at the bottom of any page on this website.
I wish you Happy Holidays and a very Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
Randall GIbson, M.Ed., LMT

Feeling stressed? This live-online (Zoom) class can help. Most of my seminars are designed for bodyworkers but this one is appropriate for therapists, clients, and everyone in between. I will share some of the most practical techniques that I have learned through years of study in counseling psychology and decades of work in massage therapy. You will learn integrative, hands-on procedures to shift out of sympathetic dominance (fight or flight mode) as well how to help yourself and others relax using breath and movement. This information can be used for self-care, client education, or supporting a loved one.
Do you suffer from a lack of good sleep, chronic pain, inflammation, or fatigue? These could all be the result of excessive stress, and the solution can begin with this seminar. Whatever your age, occupation, physical condition, or stress level, you can begin to transform the way you feel right now, and help others to do the same.
This class is affordable and accessible because now, more than ever, everyone needs it. For less than the cost of a massage, you can have two hours of health education and self-care that could change your life forever. Please join us!
No Prerequisites! These classes are open to everyone.
Core benefits
Develop basic skill at recognizing, understanding and controlling the stress response.
Apply hands-on techniques to quickly reduce stress.
Learn to use breathing and movement techniques to relax your nervous system.
Why take this two-hour class?
By participating in this class, you will be able to:

better understand stress and how it works
recognize the signs and symptoms of excessive stress
guide clients or loved ones in breathing techniques to shift out of fight or flight
demonstrate grounding and acupressure to reduce stress in minutes
demonstrate movement to rebalance the nervous system
develop mindful habits that protect you from stress and illness

Fee
$39
Continuing Education: 2 CE HOURS
“Stress Busting Secrets” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists (as self-care) and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Florida licensed massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-786358)
(Online classes in Florida count as “General” hours.)

Registration – This class is postponed and will be rescheduled after the holidays!

The Art and Science of Stress Relief
2023-04-01 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
Save $50 with this special (and rare) discounted rate! [REGISTRATION IS CLOSED]
The six-hour, live-online class is designed to give bodyworkers a solid understanding of the stress response and specific guidance on how to influence the autonomic nervous system through integrative massage therapy. Topics will include an introduction to the vagus nerve, its clinical importance, and practical ways to work with it.
Participants will learn hands-on techniques as well as self-help information that could serve as client education. Everyone who completes the class will have tools to quickly shift out of fight or flight mode and the knowledge to build resilience against the future effects of excessive stress. Imagine how useful that will be in your own life!
CORE BENEFITS
Develop basic skill at recognizing, understanding, and controlling the stress response through integrative bodywork.
WHY TAKE THIS SIX-HOUR CLASS?
By participating in this online class, you will be able to:

Discuss the anatomy and physiology of the stress response
Describe grounding and earthing to reduce stress in minutes
Demonstrate breathing techniques to shift out of fight or flight mode
Discuss the importance of the vagus nerve in stress and relaxation
Demonstrate touch with presence to activate the parasympathetic nervous system
Perform movement techniques and mindful acupressure to improve brain function
Discuss two or more lifestyle changes that could protect us from stress and illness
Discuss the role of mindfulness in health, relaxation, and bodywork

FEE
$75 Early Registration Rate! (Regular cost is $125)
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 6 CE HOURS
“The Art & Science of Stress Relief” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Florida licensed massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-710335)
(Online classes in Florida count as “General” hours)

Registration:

CLASS IS FULL. EMAIL CONTACT INFORMATION TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN IT IS OFFERED AGAIN.

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

Stress Busting Secrets - Registration Closed
2023-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
Have you experienced a lack of good sleep, weak immune system, chronic pain, inflammation, or fatigue? These are common effects of chronic stress. The solution to stress-related problems, begins with this “live-online” seminar.
You will learn integrative, hands-on techniques to shift yourself and others out of sympathetic dominance (fight or flight), as well as how to use breathing and movement to relax the nervous system. Massage therapists can use his information for self-care or client education.
I will teach you some of the most practical techniques that I have learned in my decades of work in the holistic field. Whatever your age, physical condition, or stress level, you can begin to transform the way you feel right now, and help others to do the same.
This class is affordable and accessible because now, more than ever, everyone needs it. For an investment of $25, you can have two hours of education and self-care that could change your life. Please join us!
Fee
$25
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 2 CE HOURS
“Stress Busting Secrets” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists (as self-care) and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Florida licensed massage therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-786358)
(Online classes in Florida count as “General” hours.)

REGISTRATION

SORRY. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.

Training Your Touch 2: Following the Fascia
2023-06-17 08:00 - 2023-06-18 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Central Florida School of Massage Therapy, 450 N Lakemont Avenue, Suite A, Winter Park , FL, 32792, United States
THIS CLASS WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A LATER DATE.
Are you ready for the next step in refining your skills? After a quick overview of Training Your Touch: Advanced Palpation Skills (Which is NOT a prerequisite for this class), we will practice palpating and assessing physiological movement in the body. Then we begin evaluating the fascial network at various movement centers to identify stress or dysfunction. Topics will include osteopathic concepts that relate to our therapy methods, and how to apply those concepts in assessment and treatment. I believe that understanding the relationship between theory and technique is key to obtaining optimal results.
The second day begins with grounding and centering to refine our perception. Then we mindfully assess tension patterns and fascial pulls in the lower extremities, upper extremities, and torso. By applying what we have learned to different layers of tissue, we will literally be “following the fascia” to the dominant restriction. Finally, we pull everything together to practice both assessment and treatment. This training will expand your skill in any method of bodywork.
Prerequisites: NONE. The class is open to everyone. (Two or more years of hands-on experience is recommended)
CORE BENEFITS
Learn advanced manual assessment strategies and fascial evaluation techniques
Understand key principles of effective assessment and treatment
WHY TAKE THIS TWO-DAY CLASS?
After participating in this class, you will be able to:

Discuss the importance of grounding before assessment
Describe the role of mindfulness in palpation
Demonstrate one or more techniques for relaxing the nervous system
Discuss how to enhance palpation skills for assessment and treatment
Demonstrate using touch to evaluate sympathetic activation
Discuss the Osteopathic concept of “The Body Hugs the Lesion”
Demonstrate identification of postural strain patterns through touch
Discuss the importance of fascia in manual assessment
Discuss the potential role of interoception in assessment
Perform three or more assessment techniques at the feet and ankles
Demonstrate how assessment can merge into treatment
Discuss the concept of “inhibition”
Describe how to use rhythms and micro-movements in assessment and treatment
Demonstrate how to apply inhibition to orthopedic testing
Demonstrate fascial assessment of the upper extremities, lower extremities, and back
Be able to “follow the fascia’ in both assessment and treatment

Download and Print a FLYER for this class
FEE
$300 Early Registration Price (includes study guide)
Discount for CFSMT Graduates!
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 16 CONTACT HOURS
“Training Your Touch 2: Following the Fascia” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists (and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval)
Massage therapists in Florida and Georgia (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-747062)

Registration: THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED

Stress Busting Secrets (One-Hour Version)
2023-09-24 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | ONLINE
Feeling stressed? This live-online class may help. I will share some of the most practical techniques that I have learned through years of study in counseling psychology and decades of work in massage therapy. You will learn integrative, hands-on procedures to shift out of fight or flight mode as well how to relax through breathing and movement. This information can be used for self-care, helping clients, or supporting a loved one. To make it even better, I streamlined the class to one hour and reduced the cost to $10.
Do you complain about lack of good sleep, chronic pain, inflammation, or fatigue? These could all be the result of excessive stress, and the solution can begin with this seminar. Whatever your age, occupation, physical condition, or stress level, you can begin to transform the way you feel right now, and help others to do the same.
This class is affordable and accessible because now, more than ever, everyone needs it. For just ten dollars, you can have one full hour of health education and self-care that could change your life. Please join us!
No Prerequisites! This self-care class is open to everyone.
CORE BENEFITS
Develop basic skill at recognizing, understanding and controlling your stress response.
Use hands-on techniques to reduce stress.
Learn to use breathing and movement to relax your nervous system.
WHY TAKE THIS ONE-HOUR CLASS?
By participating in this class, you will be able to:

better understand stress and how it works
recognize the signs and symptoms of excessive stress
use breathing techniques to shift out of fight or flight
demonstrate grounding and acupressure to reduce stress in minutes
demonstrate movement to rebalance the nervous system
develop mindful habits that protect you from stress and illness

FEE
$10 (Special Rate!)
CONTINUING EDUCATION: NONE – (ONLY THE TWO-HOUR VERSION OFFERS CE CREDITS)

REGISTRATION

Sorry. This class is full.

Alternative methods of signing up:
Download a mail-in registration form
or call 330.701.8780 to register by phone

The Polarity Connection
2023-10-14 08:30 - 2023-10-15 17:30 (America/New_York) | Great Lakes Institute of Technology, 5100 Peach Street, Erie, PA, 16509, United States
This is an experiential introduction to the role of Polarity Therapy in clinical massage practice. Massage therapists will learn how to develop a more wholistic perspective, increase therapeutic effectiveness with less effort, and offer a uniquely powerful, hands-on session to clients. We will also discuss the history of energy medicine as it pertains to modern bodywork. Non-professionals can learn skills to keep themselves and their families healthy, and pain free.
For two days, you will stay present and work from the heart as you learn polarity techniques which blend easily into massage or physical therapy practice. The focus of this class is learning and practicing an integrative polarity bodywork session.
Core Benefits
Learn to apply basic principles of energy medicine in a one-hour bodywork session.
Why Take This Two-day Class?
By participating in this class, you will be able to :

Demonstrate working from the heart and staying connected with your client
Discuss the fundamental techniques of energetic touch therapy
Demonstrate one or more energy exercises (polarity yoga)
Discuss the theory and basic concepts of Polarity Therapy
List the Ayurvedic five elements
Discuss the initial interview and energetic assessment
Perform an Integrative Polarity Bodywork session with guidance and supervision

Download and Print a FLYER for this class!
Fee
$300 early registration (includes manual) – Semi-Private Mastery Class – $400 – (PRICES GO UP NEXT YEAR!)
Continuing Education: 16 Contact Hours
“The Polarity Connection” is approved for the following:

Florida Massage Therapists – (CE Broker Tracking # 20-591509)
NCBTMB – LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval (including Pennsylvania!)

Registration (If you have any problem with online registration, please call 330-701-8780. Thank you!)

Semi-Private Mastery Class (MC)
2024-04-17 08:30 - 2024-04-18 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Gibson Massotherapy, 3250 W Market St Ste. 104, Fairlawn, OH, 44333, United States
What if you could skip the non-essentials, simplify the philosophy, and focus on material you will be able to use in your office on Monday morning? If that sounds appealing, join us! This two-day seminar will take the mystery out of meridians.
We focus on applying acupuncture concepts to massage therapy assessment and treatment. You will become familiar with some acupuncture points but the real emphasis is on the meridian itself. You will learn to trace fourteen meridians from memory and discuss the associated muscles, organs, emotions, and pathologies.
Expect to become comfortable locating acupressure points as well as using combinations of points to treat meridians, organs and systems. We will use intention as well as physical stimulation in this approach. Our own personal meridian systems will be balanced several times throughout the weekend and we will finish by practicing assessment and treatment in triads. If you keep hearing about meridians and wish you understood them better, this is a rare opportunity to increase your confidence and therapeutic effectiveness by spending two days immersed in them.
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 16 CONTACT HOURS
“The Meridian Connection” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists and LMT’s in all states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Florida Massage Therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-591507)

Note: Registration is only open by pre-arrangement..
REGISTRATION

The Meridian Connection
2024-04-27 08:30 - 2024-04-28 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Body Technic Systems, 33200 Bainbridge Road ste D, Solon, OH, 44139, United States
What if you could skip the non-essentials, simplify the philosophy, and focus on material you will be able to use in your office on Monday morning? If that sounds appealing, join us! This two-day seminar will take the mystery out of meridians.
We focus on applying acupuncture concepts to massage therapy assessment and treatment. You will become familiar with some acupuncture points but the real emphasis is on the meridian itself. You will learn to trace fourteen meridians from memory and discuss the associated muscles, organs, emotions, and pathologies.
Expect to become comfortable locating acupressure points as well as using combinations of points to treat meridians, organs and systems. We will use intention as well as physical stimulation in this approach. Our own personal meridian systems will be balanced several times throughout the weekend and we will finish by practicing assessment and treatment in triads. If you keep hearing about meridians and wish you understood them better, this is a rare opportunity to increase your confidence and therapeutic effectiveness by spending two days immersed in them.
This seminar is a perfect complement to classes in muscle testing or Touch For Health Kinesiology. The material will also be appreciated by practitioners of chi gung or tai chi. These practical concepts and hands-on techniques are useful for anyone who is interested in meridians and health.
CORE BENEFITS
Develop basic skill at locating, evaluating and treating 14 meridian channels from traditional Chinese medicine.
Develop basic skill at locating, evaluating and treating major acupuncture points.
WHY TAKE THIS TWO-DAY CLASS?
By participating in this class, you will:

Learn to locate and trace fourteen acupuncture meridians
Learn a technique called “meridian walking” for acute pain
Study muscles, organs, emotions and pathologies relating to each meridian
Learn how to use meridians in clinical assessment
Learn how to treat meridian imbalance with massage techniques
Learn how acupuncture concepts apply to any clinical bodywork practice
Practice meridian exercises and self-treatment
Practice locating, evaluating, and treating acupuncture points
Learn to use entry and exit points for balancing meridians
Learn how to use front mu (alarm) points and back shu points to treat organs
Learn the most powerful treatment points for common conditions
Learn how to easily integrate acupuncture points into massage practice

FEE
$300 early registration (includes manual) – before April 13, 2024 [SPECIAL DISCOUNTED RATE]
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 16 CONTACT HOURS
“The Meridian Connection” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Florida Massage Therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-591507)

REGISTRATION
Call for information about this event: 330.701.8780

Training Your Touch: Advanced Palpation Skills
2024-08-24 08:30 - 2024-08-25 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Georgia Massage School, 2800 Horizon Ridge Court Suite 275, Suwanee, GA, 30024, United States
Real success in massage therapy, or any method of hands-on healing, depends largely on your mastery of mindfulness and palpation. There just isn’t enough time for that in a typical massage school curriculum.
Now, you can take matters into your own hands with these two, full days of training. The advanced palpation class blends lecture, discussion and guided exercises with plenty of hands-on practice to refine your sense of touch. On the first day, working with inanimate objects and living tissues, we adopt strategies from world-renowned educators to increase sensitivity and awareness. On the second day, our examination of skin, fascia and muscles will flow seamlessly into treatment with results that will boost your confidence as a therapist. If you expect palpation to be boring, I think you will be surprised.
Your study guide includes activities we do in class as well as excellent references so you can continue to evolve your skills after you leave. Our goal is not to add to your knowledge but rather to transform your practice. Whether you are a student, an experienced therapist or a massage instructor, you will find growth, insight and inspiration in this weekend adventure.
CORE BENEFITS
Develop and Refine Advanced Palpation and Manual Assessment Skills
WHY TAKE THIS TWO-DAY CLASS?
After participating in this class, you will be able to:

Discuss the anatomy and physiology of touch
Discuss the importance of verbal description in palpation
Describe techniques to develop and enhance palpatory skills
Evaluate the level of nervous system activation through touch
Demonstrate specific techniques for assessing and treating fascia
Palpate and evaluate the cardiac pulse
Palpate and evaluate respiratory movements
Discuss skin temperature and its role in assessment
Demonstrate specific techniques for assessing and treating skin
Evaluate muscle tone and muscle function
Discuss the importance of “end-feel”
Evaluate joint health and range of motion

What participants have to say!
FEE
$350 Early Registration Price (including study guide)
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 16 CONTACT HOURS
“Training Your Touch: Palpation and Manual Assessment” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB (and for LMT’s in all states that accept NCBTMB approval)
Florida and Georgia Massage Therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-610842)

REGISTRATION: ONLINE RESIGSTRATION IS CLOSED BUT THERE STILL MAY BE A SPACE. CALL 330-701-8780 TO CHECK.
Thank you for choosing Polarity Healthcare!
– Randall Gibson, M.Ed., LMT

[NOTE: Registration is not complete until tuition is paid in full]

The Craniosacral Connection
2024-09-07 08:30 - 2024-09-08 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy, 3600 Laketon Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15235, United States
The Craniosacral Connection is a mix of lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice designed to teach you the benefits of craniosacral therapy along with the power of mindful palpation. We focus on integration of craniosacral techniques into massage therapy practice.
In this class, you will develop and/or refine your light-touch palpation skills by learning how to palpate and evaluate the craniosacral rhythm, a physiological movement affecting the entire body. You will also learn how to locate subtle restrictions in the nervous system and correct those restrictions using gentle myofascial techniques. This 16-hour experience could transform the way you look at bodywork!

CORE BENEFITS
Refine light touch palpation skills and learn myofascial unwinding techniques.
Gain an understanding of the craniosacral system and its role in health.
Learn specific protocols to treat the dual tube and the sacrum

WHY TAKE THIS TWO-DAY CLASS?
By participating in this class, you will:
Develop and refine your light-touch palpation skills
Study the anatomy and physiology of the craniosacral system
Discover the power of intentional touch on the autonomic nervous system
Learn and practice palpating key body locations where craniosacral motion can best be evaluated
Learn and practice tissue release techniques for the transverse diaphragms
Learn and practice: mobilizing the sacrum; the dural tube rock and dural tube glide; and stillpoint induction
Learn how to integrate cranial work into clinical massage therapy
Gain an excellent preparation for future CST training
Receive 16 hours of continuing education approved by NCBTMB and FL Board of Massage
What participants have to say!

INSTRUCTOR
Randall Gibson, M.Ed., LMT, CST

FEE
$350 early registration (includes manual) / Early registration rate applies until 8/17/24

CONTINUING EDUCATION: 16 CONTACT HOURS (CE credits for this seminar are provided by Polarity Healthcare)
The Craniosacral Connection is approved for the following:
Nationally Certified Bodyworkers (NCBTMB) and LMT’s in all the states that accept NCBTMB approval
Florida Massage Therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-680034)

REGISTRATION
Register online at the Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy

Training Your Touch: Advanced Palpation Skills
2024-10-12 08:30 - 2024-10-13 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Cumberland Institute, 500 Wilson Pike Cr. Ste. 121, Brentwood, Tennessee, 37027
Real success in massage therapy, or any method of hands-on healing, depends largely on your mastery of mindfulness and palpation. There just isn’t enough time for that in a typical massage school curriculum.
Now, you can take matters into your own hands with these two, full days of training. The advanced palpation class blends lecture, discussion and guided exercises with plenty of hands-on practice to refine your sense of touch. On the first day, working with inanimate objects and living tissues, we adopt strategies from world-renowned educators to increase sensitivity and awareness. On the second day, our examination of skin, fascia and muscles will flow seamlessly into treatment with results that will boost your confidence as a therapist. If you expect palpation to be boring, I think you will be surprised.
Your study guide includes activities we do in class as well as excellent references so you can continue to evolve your skills after you leave. Our goal is not to add to your knowledge but rather to transform your practice. Whether you are a student, an experienced therapist or a massage instructor, you will find growth, insight and inspiration in this weekend adventure.
CORE BENEFITS
Develop and Refine Advanced Palpation and Manual Assessment Skills
WHY TAKE THIS TWO-DAY CLASS?
After participating in this class, you will be able to:

Discuss the anatomy and physiology of touch
Discuss the importance of verbal description in palpation
Describe techniques to develop and enhance palpatory skills
Evaluate the level of nervous system activation through touch
Demonstrate specific techniques for assessing and treating fascia
Palpate and evaluate the cardiac pulse
Palpate and evaluate respiratory movements
Discuss skin temperature and its role in assessment
Demonstrate specific techniques for assessing and treating skin
Evaluate muscle tone and muscle function
Discuss the importance of “end-feel”
Evaluate joint health and range of motion

What participants have to say!
FEE
$350 Early Registration Price (including study guide) – Semi-Private Mastery Class – $450
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 16 CONTACT HOURS
“Training Your Touch: Palpation and Manual Assessment” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB (and for LMT’s in all states that accept NCBTMB approval)
Florida and Georgia Massage Therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-610842)

REGISTRATION
Register Through Cumberland Institute (615.370.9794)

Training Your Touch: Advanced Palpation Skills
2024-11-02 08:30 - 2024-11-03 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Great Lakes Institute of Technology, 5100 Peach Street, Erie, PA, 16509, United States
Real success in massage therapy, or any method of hands-on healing, depends largely on your mastery of mindfulness and palpation. There just isn’t enough time for that in a typical massage school curriculum.
Now, you can take matters into your own hands with these two, full days of training. The advanced palpation class blends lecture, discussion and guided exercises with plenty of hands-on practice to refine your sense of touch. On the first day, working with inanimate objects and living tissues, we adopt strategies from world-renowned educators to increase sensitivity and awareness. On the second day, our examination of skin, fascia and muscles will flow seamlessly into treatment with results that will boost your confidence as a therapist. If you expect palpation to be boring, I think you will be surprised.
Your study guide includes activities we do in class as well as excellent references so you can continue to evolve your skills after you leave. Our goal is not to add to your knowledge but rather to transform your practice. Whether you are a student, an experienced therapist or a massage instructor, you will find growth, insight and inspiration in this weekend adventure.
CORE BENEFITS
Develop and Refine Advanced Palpation and Manual Assessment Skills
WHY TAKE THIS TWO-DAY CLASS?
After participating in this class, you will be able to:

Discuss the anatomy and physiology of touch
Discuss the importance of verbal description in palpation
Describe techniques to develop and enhance palpatory skills
Evaluate the level of nervous system activation through touch
Demonstrate specific techniques for assessing and treating fascia
Palpate and evaluate the cardiac pulse
Palpate and evaluate respiratory movements
Discuss skin temperature and its role in assessment
Demonstrate specific techniques for assessing and treating skin
Evaluate muscle tone and muscle function
Discuss the importance of “end-feel”
Evaluate joint health and range of motion

What participants have to say!
FEE
$350 Early Registration Price (including study guide)
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 16 CONTACT HOURS
“Training Your Touch: Palpation and Manual Assessment” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB (and for LMT’s in all states that accept NCBTMB approval)
Florida and Georgia Massage Therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-610842)

REGISTRATION:

If you have any problem at all, feel free to call (330.701.8780) and register by phone. Thank you for choosing Polarity Healthcare!
– Randall Gibson, M.Ed., LMT

[NOTE: Registration is not complete until tuition is paid in full]

The Meridian Connection
2025-01-11 08:30 - 2025-01-12 17:30 (America/Detroit) | Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy, 3600 Laketon Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15235, United States
What if you could skip the non-essentials, simplify the philosophy, and focus on material you will be able to use in your office on Monday morning? If that sounds appealing, join us! This two-day seminar will take the mystery out of meridians.
We focus on applying acupuncture concepts to massage therapy assessment and treatment. You will become familiar with some acupuncture points but the real emphasis is on the meridian itself. You will learn to trace fourteen meridians from memory and discuss the associated muscles, organs, emotions, and pathologies.
Expect to become comfortable locating acupressure points as well as using combinations of points to treat meridians, organs and systems. We will use intention as well as physical stimulation in this approach. Our own personal meridian systems will be balanced several times throughout the weekend and we will finish by practicing assessment and treatment in triads. If you keep hearing about meridians and wish you understood them better, this is a rare opportunity to increase your confidence and therapeutic effectiveness by spending two days immersed in them.
This material will be especially appreciated by practitioners of chi gung, tai chi, or Touch For Health Kinesiology. The practical concepts and hands-on techniques are useful for anyone who is interested in meridians and health.
CORE BENEFITS
Develop basic skill at locating, evaluating and treating 14 meridian channels from traditional Chinese medicine.
Develop basic skill at locating, evaluating and treating major acupuncture points.
WHY TAKE THIS TWO-DAY CLASS?
By participating in this class, you will:

Learn to locate and trace fourteen acupuncture meridians
Learn a technique called “meridian walking” for acute pain
Study muscles, organs, emotions and pathologies relating to each meridian
Learn how to use meridians in clinical assessment
Learn how to treat meridian imbalance with massage techniques
Learn how acupuncture concepts apply to any clinical bodywork practice
Practice meridian exercises and self-treatment
Practice locating, evaluating, and treating acupuncture points
Learn to use entry and exit points for balancing meridians
Learn how to use front mu (alarm) points and back shu points to treat organs
Learn the most powerful treatment points for common conditions
Learn how to easily integrate acupuncture points into massage practice

FEE
$350 early registration (includes manual) – before Dec. 15, 2024
CONTINUING EDUCATION: 16 CONTACT HOURS
“The Meridian Connection” is approved for the following:

NCBTMB certified therapists and LMT’s in states that accept NCBTMB approval.
Florida Massage Therapists (CE Broker Tracking #: 20-591507)

REGISTRATION
Register through the Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy
