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Mayumi Hawthorne – Heated Herbal Ball Massage
July 29 @ 10:00 am - July 30 @ 7:00 pm
$275Event Navigation
Course Description
This 12 hours hands-on course will discuss and demonstrate manipulation of soft tissue techniques using heat application of hydrotherapy with compressed balls filled with herbs to relieve pain from sore, hypertonic muscles, detoxification of waste from the muscles, and respiratory issues; Reinvigorate the body, mind, and spirit and relaxation as they are used in massage today.
A successful heated herbal ball massage depends on understanding hydrotherapy using heat application and the physiological effects it has on the body; understanding conduction of heat, and the medicinal purpose of herbs.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the physiological effects on the body using heat application in hydrotherapy in 2 forms (liquid and steam), through conduction using balls of compressed herbs.
- Explain the benefits and contraindications of using heated compressed herbs.
- List various massage stroke protocols and techniques to manipulate soft tissue using Heated Herbal Ball(s).
Supplies:
- Top and bottom twin or full size sheets to cover massage table (Massage tables will be provided)
- Pillow case for face cradle each day
- A lubricant of choice (cream or lotion) Please No Aromatherapy Oils
Provider:
Carol Mayumi Hawthorne
BS, CMT, NMT, LMT, BCTMB, CEST
NCBTMB PROVIDER #1799
Class Info
Times: Day 1: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm; Day 2: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
CEU’s: 12
Price: $275
Class capacity: 12
*Refunds are subject to a $10 processing fee.
Location: Gwinnett College – Marietta, 1130 Northchase Parkway Suite 100, Marietta, GA 30067
Contact: Please call us at (770) 381-7200 if you have any questions.
Refunds: No refunds within 2 weeks of class. If there is a documented emergency, you may transfer after to a later class by this instructor.
Picture ID required at check-in
If minimum enrollment is not met, the class may be subject to cancellation. Minimum is met