Bodywork

Swedish

Swedish massage therapy is the modality that comes to mind when most people think about massage. As the best-known type of bodywork performed today, one of the primary goals of the Swedish massage technique is to relax the entire body.

Trigger Point Therapy

A trigger point is a tight area within muscle tissue that causes pain in other parts of the body. A trigger point in the back, for example, may produce referral pain in the neck. The neck, now acting as a satellite trigger point, may then cause pain in the head. The pain may be sharp and intense or a dull ache.

Deep Tissue Certified

focuses on the fascial layers, their purpose, their function and how they relate to deep tissue massage. We will demonstrate techniques that show you how to unwind tight soft tissue and break down adhesions that can block circulation, cause pain, limit movement, and create inflammation. The course includes the benefits of deep tissue massage, contraindications associated with this treatment, a full body deep tissue massage protocol, marketing descriptions, tips on how to create and reach your target market, and finally after completing this course you will have a working knowledge of fascia and how to communicate this knowledge to your clients to keep them coming back.

Hot Stone Massage Certified

Smooth stones are heated and then lubricated with oil or essential oils, the therapeutic effects of heat are used to relax muscles more deeply. Used as an extension of the therapist’s hands, the use of massage stones induces deep relaxation and provides a unique experience many find to be tremendously calming and centering.

Fundamentals of Sports Massage Certified

Students will have an understanding of the proper use of sports massage, relating to athletes, and typical sport-specific injuries. Anatomical knowledge will be learned and applied practically, with a majority of course time spent practicing the techniques on other students. Other useful modalities will be covered, such as sports taping, application of heat/cold/moist heat, contraindications, and learning a complete sports massage routine. Also, practical information about what to expect and how to prepare for an event will be taught.

Pregnancy Massage

Pregnancy massage focuses on addressing the special needs of expecting women. Specially-designed massage tables, cushions, and side-lying postures are used to prevent putting pressure on the abdomen. Prenatal Massage has been shown to Reduces Anxiety, Decreases Depression, Relieves Muscle Aches, Relieves Joint Pain, and much more. Be sure to consult your doctor first about whether a massage is suitable for your condition