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.

CE Credits: 8 Hours

Cost: $260 ($305.00 if registering within 7 of class)

This eight-hour class focuses on effectiveness of therapeutic massage with clients in side-lying position.  This class is directed toward clinical work with any client and does not address prenatal massage.

This class is designed to help therapist learn to work certain areas of the body with the client resting on their side.  This position might be necessary due to conditions the client is experiencing or it might be indicated based on the symptoms or problems the client presents in their intake.  This position is particularly effective with working around latissmus dorsi, serratus anterior, shoulder, iliac crest, hip area muscles.

Mindy Oldham, RN, LMT will share clinical information, case studies and techniques for side lying. 

Topics to be covered include:

• Indications for side lying position
• Positioning and draping for side lying massage
• Lubricated and non-lubricated techniques for working with clients lying on their side
• Review of specific muscles that are more easily accessed in side-lying position
• Therapist body mechanics for working with client on their side
• Integration of side-lying with prone and supine work

This class will primarily be hands on with some lecture and discussion.  Participants need to be prepared to receive and give technique which will include draping chest area for work along hip, abdomen and shoulder.   

PLEASE BRING TO CLASS:  Set of sheets with face cradle cover, hand/bath towel for draping chest, your favorite lubrication.

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.

If you have any trouble the morning of your class, please contact Mindy Oldham, instructor, on her cell: 615-957-7129.

CE Credits: 13 Hours

Cost: $340 ($385 if registering within 7 days of class)

Unwind, Rock and Move is the methodology in which I now work with my massage clients and was created by first working with myself in pursuit of healing mind, body and spirit over many years.

Unwind, Rock and Move is fully clothed, slow bodywork.  This class is mostly hands-on with some discussion.  There are no prerequisites for this class.

It is my belief that our bodies were made to heal naturally when given the space and freedom to do so. When we slow down, make connection to the spirit within us and move where that spirit leads, we find freedom and fluidity.  This fluidity encourages good health and balance (homeostasis)to our overall wellbeing….and isn’t that what every human needs!

I look forward to sharing how I work with each of you!

Wear shorts, yoga pants or moveable materials that allow your body to naturally bend and move.  Please bring a large blanket that you can place in the floor, 1 blanket to place over you and 2 regular size pillows for Day 1 and a set of sheets/blanket/face cradle cover for Day 2.

There is an Unwind, Rock and Move- Level 2 that is unclothed bodywork and this class is a prerequisite.

A lunch break will be taken midday; you may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

Contact Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have additional questions.

CE Credits: 12 Hours - No Prerequisites

Cost: $490 ($535 if registering within 7 days of class)

This live 12-hour course covers the basic skills necessary and to safely begin Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) techniques AND Kinesiotaping.  In this introductory skills acquisition course, participants will receive hands-on instruction in the proper use of IASTM and kinesiotaping techniques through a lab-focused teaching format. The course will address proper instrument selection and taping applications to address body contours and reach target issues.

COURSE OUTLINE

Day 1:

• Introduction: theoretical basis of IASTM, review of current literature

• Basic handling, tool selection, and basic treatment strokes lab

• Lecture/discussion – treatment integration and dosing

• Myofascia and cutaneous strokes lab

• Deep muscle strokes lab

• Ligament/ tendon treatment strokes lab

• Hard tissue/soft tissue interface lab

• Instruction in use of the Multi-tool and skills integration lab

 Day 2:

> Introduction to Kinesiotaping

> General taping information

> Home care instructions for patients/clients

> Pain Taping

> Edema Taping

> Posture Taping

> Diaphragm Taping

Please dress to allow skin access to your entire upper and lower quarters to enhance the learning process. Bring your favorite lubrication and two sets of sheets for the massage tables + blanket if desired. Massage tables are provided. Tool usage provided in the class. Students must show proof of professional liability to register.

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

Instructor: Dr. Jenson Gillette, a Georgia native, graduated from the University of North Georgia with a Bachelor’s degree in exercise science. Soon after, he began his chiropractic journey at Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Florida campus. “Dr. G.” also has a Master’s degree in Sports Science and Rehabilitation from Logan University. His main interests involve biomechanical patterns and extremity dysfunctions. Certifications include: Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner, Fasical Movement Taping and Performance Movement Techniques from RockTape®, Advanced Principles of IASTM via HawkGrips and KinetaCore Functional Dry Needling Level 1.

Robin Green, LMT and Kinesiology Instructor, may assist.