Continuing Education Coordinators

Course Description FACE MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY Myofascial Isolation Torso is a comprehensive look at the Torso muscles and movement. The study of their functions, origin, insertion and fiber runs. It is a unique blend of Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release and Isolation stretching. In the context of this course, Myofascial Isolation is performed with the intent of improving medical conditions or pathologies that have been prescribed by a physician. The modalities taught include Myofascial Torso assessment, Postural Analysis, ROM, Compression…

Description FACE MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY Day 1: Myofascial Assessment & Treatment of the Shoulder, Elbow, & Wrist - Level 1 This workshop covers Myofascial assessment of the shoulder, elbow and wrist as it applies to formulating effective treatment goals for a variety of disorders in the region, such as Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Adhesive Capsulitis/”frozen shoulder”, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, DeQuervain's Tenosynovitis, "Blackberry thumb”, Shoulder tendinosis, etc. Participants will be shown how to release clavipectoral, deltopectoral, platysmal, sternal, cubital, flexor &…

Prior to Birth Massage - Prenatal Massage FACE MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY Description We are pleased to announce Prior to Birth A.K.A. Prenatal Massage is coming to our new Marietta campus. This 12 hours hands-on course is packed with information from the gestation period to actual performing soft tissue techniques used in Prenatal Massage today.  The Prior to Birth Massage course will help provide you with a deeper understanding of the structural changes that a woman's body goes through during…

Build Your Business using CHAIR MASSAGE FACE MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY Do you want to learn a style of Seated Massage that is easy on your body? How about a style that is therapeutic as well as relaxing to the client? This course teaches you how to do more in your session without making you work harder. Carl Christie has been doing Seated Massage all over Atlanta since 1997. He was first taught chair massage by David Palmer - the…

Heated Herbal Ball Massage Continuing Education Class Masks must be worn at all times while in the building By: Carol Mayumi Hawthorne Description This course will discuss the fundamentals of using heat application of hydrotherapy with compressed balls filled with herbs and demonstrate the manipulation of soft tissue techniques to relieve pain from sore, hypertonic muscles, detoxification of waste from the muscles, reinvigorate the body, mind and spirit and relaxation as they are used in massage today.  A successful heated herbal…

African Massage - Energy in Motion - Color Element Massage Class: Color Element Massage Class: It is a flowing and rhythmical massage which engages body, mind and spirit of client and therapist; using the tools of color therapy, aromatherapy, verbal visualization and the intent of the six elements (earth, air, fire and water, wood and metal). It follows a traditional philosophy called Ubuntu, which emphasizes our interconnectedness with nature and all other beings. It is a form of mindful /meditative massage…

Scott Crewes - Organic Spa Therapies CLASS CANCELLED PLEASE BRING SHEETS AND LOTION/CREAM EACH DAY. DO NOT BRING OIL-BASED PRODUCTS. Description If you're looking to enhance your career and gain valuable industry knowledge that will separate you from the rest of the crowd, then "ORGANIC SPA THERAPIES"is the course you've been looking for! This dynamic, hands-on course, doesn't just teach you how to apply products but fills you with the knowledge of why certain seaweeds are more beneficial than others,…

Stepheny Diaz - Manual Resistance Stretching Masks must be worn at all times while in the building Description This is a manual resistance stretch course. Students will learn about contraindications and safety to perform safe and effective stretches. The student will be educated on the client's range of motion, limitations and postural observations that would indicate necessary stretches. Students will learn warm-up options to enhance muscle preparations prior to stretch techniques. A massage therapist will use this course to enhance…