Cumberland Institute - Continuing Education Division

CE Credits: 8 Hours

NCBTMB Approved Provider #:279778-00

Cost: $250 ($295.00 if registering within 7 of class)

Japanese Facial Massage is a unique method that focuses on a blend of the aesthetic and physiological treating the whole client. The treatment goes beyond Swedish massage and concentrates on opening up the acupuncture meridians that energize the face, head and shoulders to achieve a balancing and grounding effect.

The focus is on:

1. Increasing the flow of oxygen and blood to the facial area, neck and shoulders
2. Toning/tightening the skin and fascia
3. Lymphatic drainage and detoxification of skin and organ systems
4. Better mental alertness, focus and relaxation for the client
5. Emotional cleansing through ear-acupressure and essential oils
6. Preventive maintenance for aging and skin blemishes

In this course you will learn:

1. The causes of skin diseases and aging according to the Chinese Medicine Model
2. 12 soft-tissue strokes for rejuvenation and prevention of aging
3. The function of acupressure points, their location and evaluation on the ears, face, head and neck
4. Special uses of essential oils for the face with special application techniques to the ears
5. Facial skin-lift Qigong exercises

Students can bring their own essential oils(optional): Chamomile, Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Cedarwood, Rosemary and Lemon - and these are ones the instructor will have available for usage and for sale.

Wear comfortable clothes. Bring one (1) set of sheets with face cradle cover, your favorite lubrication/lotion, materials to take notes. Massage tables are provided. Cost includes book and workbook.

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.

Instructor: Wolfgang Luckmann LMT, LAP, has been an instructor of Massage Therapy & Bodywork in Florida since 1997. Since 1998 he has also practiced in Jacksonville, Florida as an Acupuncture Physician, a homeopath and a holistic health consultant. His work integrates Eastern and Western techniques from Acupuncture and meridian theory, Lomi Lomi, Ayurveda Medicine, Tui Na, Homeopathy, Neuromuscular Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy and Neuromuscular Therapy, among others to address the health and vitality of the whole body through touch therapies.