CE Credits: 8 Hours - This is clothed/unclothed bodywork class. Students will decide what is best for the way they normally work.

Cost: $260 ($305 if registering within 7 days of class)

Course Objectives:

1. Students will be given a brief review of basic anatomy of connective tissue (C.T.) and fascial systems with specific focus on the specific meridian. Students will be given a brief review of basic acupressure theory and its relevance to fascial work.

2. Students will demonstrate the ability to perform varied still and active hands-on techniques for releasing muscular and energetic tensions in the arms.

3. Students will leave with an understanding of how to integrate AcuFascial work into their individual practices.

Class Flow:

Morning session – focus on local/distal acupressure release for connective tissue components of the specific Meridian and Tendino-Muscular Meridian

Lecture / Demo / Trade

Lunch

Afternoon Session – focus on Tendino Muscular Meridian (connective tissue release)

Integrating Fascial Freedom techniques. Lecture / Demo / Trade

What to Bring:  Bring a set of sheets/blanket, face cradle cover, lubrication, hand towel, towel/blanket used for chest covering, wear comfortable clothes and bring materials to take notes. Massage tables are provided. A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

This class can be taught in-person and via LIVE webinar.

2-Hour TN Massage Law Class for Establishment Owners was created as the board requires all owners who are not licensed massage therapist to take a 2-Hour TN Massage Law Class once every two years.  If you are already a TN LMT, you need the TN Massage Law and Ethics class.

CE Credits: 2 Hours 

Cost: $200.00 

A copy of the current Tennessee Massage Board Rules, Regulations & Policies will be provided.

General review of all rules and regulations with emphasis on:

1. Practice standards and inspections of establishment
2. Necessity of Licensure
3. Establishment licensure process
4. Licensure renewal
5. Retirement, Reinstatement, Inactivation and reactivation of licensure
6. Continuing Education
7. Disciplinary actions and civil penalties
8. License/Establishment address and name
9. Advertising
10. Consumer Right-To-Know requirements
11. Professional and ethical standards 

Clarification and current standards will be reviewed.

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

**For all taking the class via live webinar, you will receive an email from Meredith directly with a Google Meets connection.  Meredith@noroads.com and her cell: 615-500-3007.

This class must be taught in-person or via live-interactive webinar.

This course is designed to familiarize massage specific therapists -  LMT's from out-of-state) who are applying for licensure in TN, with the laws governing massage therapists and massage establishments in the state of Tennessee.

Materials include:

• An overview of the Tennessee code governing healthcare professionals including massage therapists
• A review of the Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee Massage Licensure Board for therapists and massage establishments
• Resources for keeping current on the changes to the laws and rules
• Proposed changes which may affect therapists in the near future
• Review of the licensure packet and the licensure process

The TN Massage Board now has online licensure applications available at https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/health-professional-boards/ml-board/ml-board/applications.html

You will be provided with a copy of the laws, and the Rules & Regulations as part of the class. You may also wish to bring note-taking materials to class. Official transcripts will be sent directly to the TN Board for each participant and each participant also receives an original.

There will be several breaks during the class; no lunch/dinner break will be taken. Please bring snacks to eat during break times. 

Please contact Teresa Greene, Director, at 615-370-9794 or her assistant, Candis, if you have any questions or visit our website – www.cumberlandinstitute.com.  School office hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM and Fridays 9:00 am - 2:00 pm.

**For all taking the class via live webinar, you will receive an email from Meredith directly with a Google Meets connection.  Meredith@noroads.com and her cell: 615-500-3007.

CE Credits: 42 Hours
T502/E502
Cost: $1040 ($1085 if registering after September 15, 2025)
Practicum required for course credit.

This class occurs over 3 weekends:  October 4-5, November 1-2 and December 6-7, 2025 and is taught by Terry Scruggs, LMT. All weekend days must be attended for course credit. 

This is a forty-two hour course of training in which the students refine their skills of palpation while learning the ten-step protocol of craniosacral therapy (Hugh Milne approach with some Upledger), myofascial release, advanced unwinding, and somato-emotional release.

Course Description: Craniosacral therapy is a subtle intent approach to releasing and balancing physical, emotional and somatic imbalance within the body. On the physical level, it focuses on releasing restrictions in the fascia of the abdominal, diaphragm and chest segments, and restrictions in the reciprocal tension membrane lining the skull and the spinal column, to normalize the volume, flow, and movement of cerebral-spinal fluid within the system. Although the movements employed are quite subtle, and the pressure of the work is delicate, the results can be profound in the treatment of a range of injuries and chronic conditions including headaches, neck pain, sinus headaches and chronic congestion, and back and hip problems, among many others.

The work is performed on clothed clients, and is very powerful in addressing touch issues for clients who are recovering from trauma or abuse. The energetics of intention and presence are stressed, since the somatic-emotional connection is central to the work.

What to Bring:  Please bring a set of sheets, face cradle cover and personal blanket for each day of class for your personal usage. Craniosacral is clothed bodywork and no lubrication is needed. You may want to bring note-taking supplies and a class manual is provided. Massage tables are also provided. Dress in comfortable clothing appropriate for giving and receiving work; Please do not wear jeans.

Only drinks in covered cups are allowed in the classroom. A one-hour lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

CE Credits: 8 Hours -- NCBTMB# 450891-08

Cost: $250 ($295 if registering within 7 days of class)

MUST HAVE 10 STUDENTS REGISTERED FOR THE CLASS TO BE HELD.

To many people, Deep Tissue Massage means hard, aggressive, painful techniques meant to force the muscle to release tension. This type of work can leave the client with increased pain and the therapist burned out with stressed hands and joints. The latest anatomy research and development of advanced techniques show us the way to work in cooperation with the nervous system, the muscle proprioceptors, and the lymphatic system, engaging the body’s own healing mechanisms in order to release muscle tension and pain more thoroughly, deeply, and gently.

This class will teach the therapist to identify and flush inflammation out of the muscles in preparation for deep work. Slow, sinking strokes performed with soft hands and optimal body alignment will calm the nervous system and lower proprioceptive activity. Effective, specific routines of non-force, deep tissue massage for the low back & hips, upper back & rotator cuff, and neck will be demonstrated and practiced.

What to Bring:  Bring a set of sheets/blanket, face cradle cover, lubrication, hand towel, blanket, wear comfortable clothes and bring materials to take notes. Massage tables are provided. A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

About the Instructor:Theresa Wilkes, SC LMBT #6534 - Theresa has been training massage therapists since 1995.  She was the Owner/Director of the NC School of Natural Healing and the Education Director at the Finger Lakes School of Massage.  She has had a private practice for 34 years focused in clinical massage for the treatment of chronic pain, injury recovery and pre/post-surgical clients.  Presently, she is the Owner and Head Therapist of Light Hand Clinical Massage in Greenville, SC.  She is passionate and adept at teaching professional therapists to master advanced techniques with presence, skill and sensitivity. She specializes in teaching therapists to refine and strengthen their subtle palpation and assessment skills. Her classes are fun and packed practical information for beginning and advanced practitioners. 

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

CE Credits: 8 Hours -- NCBTMB# 450891-08

Cost: $250 ($295 if registering within 7 days of class)

MUST HAVE 10 STUDENTS REGISTERED FOR THE CLASS TO BE HELD.

Every professional bodyworker should have the expertise, sensitivity and skills to safely and efficiently address chronic neck pain as well as neck strain syndromes. Equally as important is technical ability to treat tension and injuries in the rotator cuff muscles. This course will train the therapist in non-force deep tissue techniques and trigger point release for the anterior, medial and posterior neck muscles as well as all four SITS muscles and the associated muscles of the upper back, arm, and chest. Lymphatic flushing techniques will be demonstrated to relieve inflammation in the tissues. Stretching and breathing exercises will be given for client self-care.

What to Bring:  Bring a set of sheets/blanket, face cradle cover, lubrication, hand towel, blanket, wear comfortable clothes and bring materials to take notes. Massage tables are provided. A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

About the Instructor:Theresa Wilkes, SC LMBT #6534 - Theresa has been training massage therapists since 1995.  She was the Owner/Director of the NC School of Natural Healing and the Education Director at the Finger Lakes School of Massage.  She has had a private practice for 34 years focused in clinical massage for the treatment of chronic pain, injury recovery and pre/post-surgical clients.  Presently, she is the Owner and Head Therapist of Light Hand Clinical Massage in Greenville, SC.  She is passionate and adept at teaching professional therapists to master advanced techniques with presence, skill and sensitivity. She specializes in teaching therapists to refine and strengthen their subtle palpation and assessment skills. Her classes are fun and packed practical information for beginning and advanced practitioners. 

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

CE Credits: 8 Hours -- NCBTMB# 450891-08

Cost: $250 ($295 if registering within 7 days of class)

MUST HAVE 10 STUDENTS REGISTERED FOR THE CLASS TO BE HELD.

Does your client have chronic low back pain that your massage isn't resolving? Do you think about working on the psoas but, hold back because you are nervous and lack confidence? This class is for you. The course will give you a clear picture of the anatomy of the psoas and the associated muscles in the glutes, hips and low back as well as the palpation skills to access them confidently. You will learn a full deep tissue massage routine in the prone, supine and side lying positions with secure draping. Finish up with stretches and self-care techniques to give your clients, and you'll be ready to step up your therapeutic massage practice to the next level.

What to Bring:  Bring a set of sheets/blanket, face cradle cover, lubrication, hand towel, blanket, wear comfortable clothes and bring materials to take notes. Massage tables are provided. A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

About the Instructor:Theresa Wilkes, SC LMBT #6534 - Theresa has been training massage therapists since 1995.  She was the Owner/Director of the NC School of Natural Healing and the Education Director at the Finger Lakes School of Massage.  She has had a private practice for 34 years focused in clinical massage for the treatment of chronic pain, injury recovery and pre/post-surgical clients.  Presently, she is the Owner and Head Therapist of Light Hand Clinical Massage in Greenville, SC.  She is passionate and adept at teaching professional therapists to master advanced techniques with presence, skill and sensitivity. She specializes in teaching therapists to refine and strengthen their subtle palpation and assessment skills. Her classes are fun and packed practical information for beginning and advanced practitioners. 

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

This class will be held Sat/Sun. October 18-19, 2025

CE Credits: 13 Hours

Cost: $340 ($385.00 if registering within 7 of class)

Massage therapy requires self-care of its practitioners to have a sustainable practice/career. It is ideal for therapists to have the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual balance required to give the energy it takes to consistently practice massage therapy.

This class will target each of the aspects for overall self-care.

Our goal is for you to leave class having participated in different methods of self-care, so you may bring some or all of these elements into your life and have a more sustainable massage therapy practice.  Class will include yoga asana, savasana, drumming, musical listening and visual art meditation, intuitive movement, tea time among other self-care methods.

This class will be a mixture of discussion, demonstration and supervised practice. Modifications will be offered for those with injuries or conditions that require it. 

Please wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat, set of sheets, blanket, face cradle cover, hand towel, and lubrication.  Massage tables are provided.

This class will include lecture, self –reflection, sharing and exchanging bodywork. Participants need to be prepared to receive and give bodywork.

A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby. Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.