Continuing Education Coordinators

Craig Knowles - KM Technique - Lower Extremities Saturday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm; Sunday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm PLEASE BRING SHEETS AND LOTION/CREAM EACH DAY. DO NOT BRING OIL BASED PRODUCTS. FACE MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY Description Kinetic Musculorehab technique is a blend of sports massage and medical massage that uses range of motion to treat common everyday dysfunctions. The basis of KM Technique is to learn to treat muscles in their plane of action. This course teaches…

Description FACE MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY Day 1: Taylor Fascial Fundamentals: Level 1 This workshop will give participants an introduction to the "Taylor Technique" style of myofascial assessment & treatment, and how to incorporate this work into their current practice.  Specifically, strain/counter strain, using limbs as levers, pin & drag, skin rolling, pick up & roll are all shown in several areas of the body, focusing on palpation of superficial and deep layers of fascia, and differentiating between the two. Learning…

Easy Deep Tissue with Rungu Stick and Red Correlations  What is a Rungu Stick? The Rungu Stick is a baton shaped wooden stick or club. It is called a knobkerrie in some African countries and originates from the Massai tribe in East Africa. The smooth texture, heavy look and feel, as well as the varying shapes of the rungu are combined to offer an exceptional massage with deep pressure and a variety of strokes. Rungu stick massage promotes blood circulation,…

Stepheny Diaz - Manual Resistance Stretching FACE MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY 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 their business. Students will wear comfortable…

Contrast Therapy (using Hot/Cold stones) FACE MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY Description We are excited to announce Contrast Therapy Massage (using Hot/Cold Stones) is coming to our new Marietta campus. This 12 hours hands-on course will help provide you with a clear understanding of the application and bodily response to heat and cold application of water using stones. You will be able to explain and perform: The different application of heat and cold as they relate to hydrotherapy Describe the benefits…

Craig Knowles - Lymphatic Drainage Part 1 - Techniques PLEASE BRING SHEETS AND LOTION/CREAM EACH DAY. DO NOT BRING OIL-BASED PRODUCTS. FACE MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY Description Lymphatic Massage is a type of gentle massage which is intended to encourage the natural drainage of the lymph, which carries waste products away from the tissues back toward the heart. The lymph system depends on intrinsic contractions of the smooth muscle cells in the walls of lymph vessels and the movement of…

Advanced Application of Sports Massage CLASS CANCELLED PLEASE BRING SHEETS AND LOTION/CREAM EACH DAY. DO NOT BRING OIL-BASED PRODUCTS. Course Description Advanced Application of Sports massage is designed to enhance the skills and understanding of the massage therapist with regards to the field of sports massage. The information being presented has been compiled via various experts in the fields of Kinesiology, Sports Science, and Physical Therapy, Osteopathic medicine as well as Chiropractic and Massage Therapy. Course Info Times: Day 1:…

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…