Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Classes

Table Thai Yoga Massage - Level II

Instructor: Amanda Neidlinger

16 CEs

$300.00

Thai Yoga Massage on a table expands your business to a whole new world of clientele while helping to take even better care of your body. It brings the incredible benefits of Thai Yoga Massage including joint mobilization, profound relaxation and energy work to the comforts of a massage table.

Review the four basics of Thai Yoga Massage: awareness, body mechanics, movement, and massage techniques. Review with added detail to the techniques taught in level as we add sixty additional minutes of massage techniques including side-lying postures and expanded Thai sen line work.

May 11-12, 2024 at Easton Yoga Collective in Easton, Pa

July 13-14, 2024 at River Run Healing Arts in Weatherly, Pa

September 28-29, 2024 at East West School of Massage in Wyomissing, Pa

November 23-24, 2024 at Massage Academy of the Poconos in Stroudsburg, Pa

Contact Amanda - riverrunhealingarts@yahoo.com

Headaches, Neck Pain, and Massage

Instructor: Wendi White

8 CEs

$185.00

This class will include being able to identify the four types of headaches and neck pain and their causes. You will learn techniques to identify the source of the pain- is the pain originating in the structure of the neck or muscle tension that creates headaches? You will learn and practice various massage techniques to help alleviate headaches and neck pain. We will use massage, acupressure, reflexology, pin and stretch and more! A great class that is much needed with all the stress in everyone’s life today. You clients will thank you!

May 21, 2024 at Just Care Massage and Stretch in Hanover, Pa

*Prices may vary depending on venue.

To inquire about scheduling a class for you and a friend, please contact Wendi at fibrofit2013@gmail.com

 Face and Head Massage

Instructor: Wendi White

8 CEs

$185.00

The purpose of this course is to teach the massage therapist/bodyworker the basic knowledge of working with the face and head muscles. Students will learn to free up constrictions in the face and head both within the facial muscles and in the connective tissues. You will learn techniques to help with Anti-Aging, Bell’s Palsy, Tinnitus and Indian Head Massage.

November 19, 2024 at Firefly Hollow in York, Pa

*Prices may vary depending on venue.

To inquire about scheduling a class for you and a friend, please contact Wendi at fibrofit2013@gmail.com

Calcium Deposits & Power Point Deep Tissue

Instructor: Tatyana B. Richmond

16 CEs
$450.00
Introducing A Course That Is Over 75% Hands-On Learning -
Making Your Deep Tissue Massage More Effective for Your Client, As Well As Easier and Safer for You! We Guarantee You Will Learn Something New To Integrate Into Your Practice!!  Recommended for LMTs with 2+ years experience.

This is NOT Another Trigger Point Therapy Course!!

Calcium Deposits
(Neck, Shoulder Mobilization):
Calcium Can Accumulate In The Body Where It Doesn't Belong: Tendons, Muscles, Fascia ... Creating Discomfort, Pain, Inflammation, Limiting ROM.

Upon Completion Of The Course, You Will Be Able To: 

• Locate Calcium Deposits
• Treat Calcium Deposits
• Increase ROM In The Neck And Shoulders

Power Point Deep Tissue
(Working With The Tissue Not Against It):
Therapeutic Deep Tissue Technique: Highly Effective, Less Painful For The Patient And The Therapist.
 

Promotional Special for Our First Year
SAVE $100 NOW!
Course Cost $550 HOWEVER You Will
Pay $450!!

!! Class Capacity Is Limited !!



Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy

Pittsburgh, Pa

May 4-5, 2024

Body In Mind Institute

Toms River, NJ

May 9-10, 2024

Boulder Massage Institute

Boulder, CO

May 22-23, 2024

Next Level Institute

Corvallis, OR

June 3, 2024

Crowne Plaza Lake Oswego

Lake Oswego, OR

June 5, 2024

Body Mechanics School

Tumwater, WA

June 8, 2024

Cumberland Institute of Holistic Therapies

Brentwood, TN

June 15-16, 2024

Center of Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy

Albany, NY

September 8, 2024

Philadelphia School of Massage

Philadelphia, Pa

September 11-12, 2024

South Dakota School of Massage Therapy

Sioux Falls, SD

September 20, 2024

Holistic Massage Training Institute

Baltimore, MD

September 29-30, 2024

Hampton Inn Rocky Mount

Rocky Mount, NC

October 2-3, 2024

Holiday Inn Express

Southington, CT

October 9-10, 2024

Arizona Medical Massage School

Peoria, AZ

October 16-17, 2024

Albuequerque School of Healing Arts
Albuequerque, NM

October 20, 2024

Elite Massage Academy

Fargo, ND

October 26-27, 2024

Body In Mind Institute

West New York, NJ

November 2-3, 2024

Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy

Pittsburgh, Pa

November 9-10, 2024

Just Care Massage and Stretch

Hanover, Pa

November 15-16, 2024

Mind Body Institute

Nashville, TN

November 23-24, 2024

Holiday Inn Altoona Des Moines

Des Moines, IA

November 28, 2024

Holiday Inn Kearney

Kearney, NE

November 30, 2024

*Choose The Location and Date that works best for you!

Contact Tatyana at info@trinitytherapeuticsceu.com

Forearm Fusion One Day

Instructor: Jim Funk

8 CEs

$169.00

Forearm Fusion was designed to teach the massage therapist how to use maximum pressure with minimal effort and strain, preventing repetitive use injuries and burnout. The one-day Forearm Fusion course will teach new and seasoned therapists foundations for improving body mechanics and how to use all aspects of the forearm and elbow. These techniques will allow the therapist to provide their client with a custom massage without using their hands or thumbs.



May 11, 2024 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

August 17, 2024 at Academy of Massage & Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

August 28, 2024 at Wellness Institute of Chester County in Exton, Pa

September 17, 2024 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

October 6, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

October 7, 2024 at Create Balance in Lancaster, Pa

November 2, 2024 at Wellness Institute of Chester County in Exton, Pa

November 9, 2024 at Sage Continuing Ed in Shillington, Pa

November 16, 2024 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

December 10, 2024 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

December 14, 2024 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

December 15, 2024 at Sage Continuing Ed in Shillington, Pa

Contact Jim at jamfunk@comcast.net

Forearm Fusion Foundations

Instructor: Jim Funk

16 CEs

$329.00

This class includes lectures, hands-on practice, and practical application of this modality. Students are asked to bring a set of sheets and a large towel to the class.



May 18-19, 2024 at Madison School of Massage Therapy in Huntsville, AL

June 8-9, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

June 22-23, 2024 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

August 3-4, 2023 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

October 26-27, 2024 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

December 6-7, 2024 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

Contact Jim at jamfunk@comcast.net

Adding Hot Stones To Your Swedish Massage

Instructor: Paula Kaprocki

8 CEs

$160.00

This course will include a discussion about the use of hot and cold in the application of hydrotherapy will be shown how to use these stones during the application of a standard Swedish Massage in order to introduce Hydrotherapy into the session.

Contact Paula - tbm.massage@gmail.com

Forearm Fusion Advanced

Instructor: Jim Funk

8 CEs

$189.00

Forearm Fusion was designed to teach the massage therapist how to use maximum pressure with minimal effort and strain, preventing repetitive use injuries and burnout. The one-day Forearm Fusion course will teach new and seasoned therapists foundations for improving body mechanics and how to use all aspects of the forearm and elbow. These techniques will allow the therapist to provide their client with a custom massage without using their hands or thumbs.



December 10, 2024 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

Contact Jim at jamfunk@comcast.net

Forearm Fusion: CorrectiveTechniques

(Work Effectively with Little Effort or Strain)

Instructor: Jim Funk

8 CEs 

$189.00

This class addresses more complex client issues using the foundational techniques of Forearm Fusion. Focusing on fascial restrictions, trigger points, and range of motion restrictions using a combination of pin and stretch techniques, fascial release, and trigger point techniques all while using effective body mechanics and weight distribution to work effectively with little effort and strain.

November 16, 2024 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

January 11, 2025 at Academy of Massage Therapy and Bodyworks in Pottstown, Pa

Contact Jim at jamfunk@comcast.net

Somatic Mindfulness – Grounding

Instructor: Fernando Rojas

16 CEs (PA) $320.00

18 CEs (NJ) $360.00

Somatic Mindfulness workshops (Connection, Grounding, Expansion & Radiance) expose the massage therapist to Tragerwork and mindfulness-based skills that can help potentiate their therapeutic competence by learning techniques based on Tragerwork principles. Application of such skills aims to stimulate the brain's neuroplasticity, introduce new neural sensory information, and activate positive neuromuscular changes in clients. Inherent to the skills is support to the therapist's own self-care which ensures career longevity. In Grounding, The basis of this class in particular, is the experience of grounding by promoting proprioceptive rooting for balance and stability. Feet, legs and hips, and their interconnection with the rest of the body, are the focus of this training.  Each workshop is self-contained and there are no prerequisites to take each of the themes.

July 8-9, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Contact Fernando at tragerpr@gmail.com

Somatic Mindfulness - Expansion 

Instructor: Fernando Rojas

16 CEs (PA) $320.00

18 CEs (NY & NJ) $360.00

Somatic Mindfulness workshops (Connection, Grounding, Expansion & Radiance) expose the massage therapist to Tragerwork and mindfulness-based skills that can help potentiate their therapeutic competence by learning techniques based on Tragerwork principles. Application of such skills aims to stimulate the brain's neuroplasticity, introduce new neural sensory information, and activate positive neuromuscular changes in clients. Inherent to the skills is support to the therapist's own self-care. The basis of this class in particular, is the experience of emotional integration and efficient respiration. Each workshop is self-contained and there are no prerequisites to take each of the themes.

July 10-11, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Contact Fernando at tragerpr@gmail.com

Somatic Mindfulness - Radiance 

Instructor: Fernando Rojas

16 CEs (PA) $320.00

18 CEs (NJ) $360.00

Somatic Mindfulness workshops (Connection, Grounding, Expansion and Radiance) expose the massage therapist to Tragerwork and mindfulness-based skills that can help potentiate their therapeutic competence by learning techniques based on Tragerwork principles. Application of such skills aims to stimulate the brain's neuroplasticity, introduce new neural sensory information, and activate positive neuromuscular changes in clients. Inherent to the skills is support to the therapist's own self-care. The basis of this class in particular, is the experience of untethered expression and upright lightness. Neck, head, face and shoulders, and their interconnection with the rest of the body, are the focus of this training. Each workshop is self-contained and there are no prerequisites to take each of the themes.

July 12-13, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Contact Fernando at tragerpr@gmail.com

Somatic Mindfulness - Connection

Instructor: Fernando Rojas

16 CEs (PA)

$320.00

Somatic Mindfulness workshops (Connection, Grounding, Expansion & Radiance) expose the massage therapist to Trager work and mindfulness-based skills that potentiate their therapeutic efficacy. Application of the techniques stimulates the brain's neuroplasticity, introduces new neural sensory information, and activates positive neuromuscular changes in clients. Inherent to the method is support to the therapist's own self-care which ensures career longevity. In Connection the body's sense of interrelation is explored from handles around several body planes and angles. Each workshop is self-contained and there are no prerequisites to take each of the themes.

July 6-7, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Contact Fernando at tragerpr@gmail.com

Advanced Cupping Range of Motion

Instructor: Jim Earley, LMT

8 CEs 

$195.00

Range of Motion Cupping or Cupping with Release will replicate Pin and Stretch, Pin and Release and ART with cups. Cups will be placed on various areas of the body and then put the various muscle groups through range of motion. This will allow a deeper release of the stagnation and inflammation and relief from pain. We will be performing these techniques on various muscle groups on the upper and lower body, such as traps, rhomboids, lats, pectorals, quadratus​ lumborum, SI area, glute medius, hamstring, gastroc, soleus, tibialis anterior, quadriceps, TFL, biceps, triceps, upper traps, scalenes, SCM, wrist flexors and extensors. The student receives a cupping set with the class but is encouraged to bring set from Jim’s Cupping 1 class with them. Cupping 1 or similar cupping foundations class required.



December 6, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Contact Nina @ nmkottca@hacc.edu

Foundations of Cupping

Instructor: Jim Earley, LMT
8 CEs 

$199.00

What you will learn: The basic techniques of Cupping and how to apply them to your clients. The benefits and contraindications of Cupping, types of Cupping: Static and Sliding, incorporating massage with Cupping, Pre/Post event cupping for athletes, Post Cupping guidelines. Therapists will have the skills to be able to start cupping their clients right away! Each therapist receives a 24 -piece plastic cupping set.



October 11, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Pin and Release

Instructor: Jim Earley

8 CEs

$190.00

Enhances the licensed massage therapist's skills with a focus on the Pin and Release technique of the upper and lower body. Students are taught how to identifying the muscle or muscle group and how to perform the pin and release technique to aid in release of muscle tension and to increase range of motion. 

This class will prepare the massage therapist to use Pin and Release techniques on the upper and lower body. The muscle or muscle group is pinned or shortened using various techniques, then lengthened to increase range of motion.

August 30, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Contact Nina at nmkottca@hacc.edu

Soft Tissue Taping: Upper Body
Instructor: Angie Wrightstone

8 CEs

$250.00

This course explores and demonstrates the benefits of taping combined with massage therapy on structures of the upper body. Participants will learn about the different brands of tape and how to apply it for a variety of purposes; tissue dysfunction, muscle injury/recovery, influence the lymphatic system, postural awareness, and nervous system disorders. Many clients report feeling like a massage stroke is still happening on the body even after the session is over. The perception of pain can be diminished, as tape can interrupt the pain cycle.

Participants will have ample time to learn how to cut and apply tape, practice taping techniques, experience how tape feels, and how to use it in an everyday practice to enhance the results of the massage therapy session. 

TBD

Contact Nina at nmkottca@hacc.edu

Soft Tissue Taping: Lower Body

Instructor: Angie Wrightstone

8 CEs

$250.00

This course explores and demonstrates the benefits of taping combined with massage therapy on structures of the lower body. Participants will learn about the different brands of tape and how to apply it for a variety of purposes; tissue dysfunction, muscle injury/recovery, influence the lymphatic system, postural awareness, and nervous system disorders. Many clients report feeling like a massage stroke is still happening on the body even after the session is over. The perception of pain can be diminished, as tape can interrupt the pain cycle.

Participants will have ample time to learn how to cut and apply tape, practice taping techniques, experience how tape feels, and how to use it in an everyday practice to enhance the results of the massage therapy session. 

TBD

Contact Nina at nmkottca@hacc.edu

Advanced Cupping: Range of Motion-Static

Instructor: Jim Earley

8 CEs

$195.00

Advanced cupping for range of motion, static training. This course is designed for those who have had fundamental of cupping. Courses focuses on increasing range of motion by treating muscle groups with static pinning, stretching and cupping.

Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to successfully palpate and feel the end of rotational, flexion and extension during joint mobility for both upper and lower regions of the body.

**Pre-requisite: Foundations of Cupping**

November 3, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Contact Nina at nmkottca@hacc.edu

Techniques for Knee Replacement Therapy

Instructor: Breanna Eckley

8 CEs

$175.00

Each year, approximately 600,000 knee replacement surgeries are performed in America. This hands on class will walk you through working with those who have undergone knee replacement surgery. We will discuss the timeline of recovery and appropriate techniques during the progression. Techniques will include scar tissue reduction, lymphatic work, myofacial work, and others.

Please bring a bottom sheet and a pillow. When choosing your wardrobe, please consider wearing shorts, a skirt, or loose pants, as we will have hands on contact with the patellar area.

October 23, 2024 at Firefly Hollow in York, Pa

Contact Breanna at brejeck@gmail.com

Thai Massage for the Table

Instructor: John Kowalski
7 CEs

$199.00

Amaze your clients with Thai Massage. Learn how to incorporate Thai Massage into your table sessions. This class is great for those interested in practicing Thai but cannot

or don’t want to practice in the traditional floor style or for those that want an intro to Thai Massage.

TBD



Contact Nina at nmkottca@hacc.edu

Rotator Cuff Therapy

Instructor: Breanna Eckley

8 CEs

$175.00

Whether your client has received rotator cuff surgery or feels the regular tension of daily living in their shoulders, this class will provide the knowledge to help their ailments. We will learn to test for possible injury. We will review treatment methods for those with injuries as well as for daily overuse.

TBD

Contact Breanna at brejeck@gmail.com

Sports Pre/Post Prevention

Instructor: Davonna Willis

12 CEs

$500.00

This course instructs on injury prevention and how to recognize and treat non-acute sports-specific injuries. You will accomplish this by utilizing sports massage therapy and stretching techniques to assist with muscle recovery from the athlete’s sport.

Sports Massage techniques are used to promote an increased range of motion, flexibility,

and strength training principles to achieve a specific goal.

In order to reach that goal, the massage therapist should have a good understanding of the basic anatomy and kinesiology of the body and it’s movements. Treatments for specific

sports injuries will be addressed, describing the mechanism of injury and how the injury should be treated while in both the acute and chronic phases using massage.

Sports Massage supports the body's ability to perform, enhances recovery from activity, and shortens recovery time for a person who participates in an activity, whether amateur or

professional.

August 17-18, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Contact Nina at nmkottca@hacc.edu

Facial & Abdominal Cupping

Instructor: Jim Earley

8 CEs

$195.00

Enhances the licensed massage therapist skills massage skills by adding cupping techniques to a massage session. This course will focus on the facial and abdominal regions. This course will review the various issues pertaining to facial cupping (aesthetics, wrinkles, vertigo and TMJ disorders) and abdominal cupping (constipation, IBS, acid reflux

and scaring).

* Facial and Abdominal cupping is a precise treatment to enhance a cupping session. A set of silicon cups are provided with this class. This class addresses various issues pertaining

to facial cupping (aesthetics, wrinkles, vertigo and TMJ disorders) It also addresses issues related to the abdominal region (constipation, IBS, acid reflux and scaring.



November 8, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Contact Nina at nmkottca@hacc.edu

Assisted Stretching Active

Instructor: Jim Earley

8 CEs

$195.00

Designed to increase range of motion and increase flexibility with fatiguing muscles. Designed for easy application for both therapist and client.

June 7, 2024 at HACC in Harrisburg, Pa

Contact Nina at nmkottca@hacc.edu

Approaches to Massage Cupping

Instructor: Bradford Nicarry

8 CEs

$205.00

Cupping can be traced back to Ancient Egypt, Greece and China!

That cupping has been employed for thousands of years speaks to it’s efficacy. There is a litany of information (some of it conflicting) and a wealth of terms. This course breaks down the salient information and offers plenty of ‘hands on’ time. Our intent is to bring this work to every type of massage

“palette.” We will be using and exploring PLASTIC & SILICONE cups, as each medium avails different strengths.

May 6, 2024 at Sage Continuing Ed in Shillington, Pa

May 18, 2024 at Residence Inn in Rehoboth Beach, DE

Contact Bradford at mohawkedyogi@gmail.com

Table Thai / Sports Stretching Fusion

IInstructor: Bradford Nicarry

16 CEs

$315.00

Most Sports Stretching Techniques can be traced back to Thai Massage. We will add PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) or active assisted stretching techniques to this Table Thai service to optimize the best of both worlds. 

Help alleviate your clients’ lower back problems. Learn to address that problematic piriformis muscle, which is often the culprit behind sciatica. This course will expand and compliment your bodywork sessions. 75% of modern society will struggle with sciatica at some point of their lifetime, this fully clothed service can be alternately marketed to ANY athlete and an older demographic clientele as well.



May 9-10, 2024 at Firefly Hollow in York, Pa

Contact Bradford at mohawkedyogi@gmail.com