SWEDISH/ESALEN MASSAGE: Foundations & Explorations is intended to provide basic skills, body mechanics, & anatomical foundation so that one can easily & effectively give a massage to friends & family. We will explore how to use relaxed body weight rather than muscle effort and how to "listen" with your touch. Hands-on work, with and without a massage table, will include giving and receiving a full-body massage. Barry Kapke. February 3-4. 9am-5pm. $160. [Code: BK1]
INTRODUCTION TO DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE. (Pre-requisite: 100-hrs massage instruction) More than just "hard" massage, myofascial therapy techniques supplement basic massage skills to work effectively with localized tension, injury or emotional holding. Class is designed to be immediately incorporated with present massage skills to allow you to work deeply, safely, and with ease. Includes range of motion and palpation. Art Riggs. February 10-11. 9am-6pm. $165. [Code: AR1]
SELF-CARE FOR WOMEN. Lymphatic self-massage for abdomen and chest. Lucy Rush. February 24. 9am-1pm. $35. [Code: LR1]
CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY (Level 1). Craniosacral Therapy is a form of analytical & intuitive bodywork used to evaluate & optimize functioning of the central nervous system. Through gentle, precise, & non-intrusive touch, Craniosacral Therapy focuses on the very fine motility patterns that are present throughout the body. It can treat trauma, pain & imbalances effecting the central axis of the body -- sacrum, spine & head. Joseph Marszal. March 2-4. 9am-6pm. $295. [Code: JM1]
ADVANCED SHIATSU: Using Feet as Tools. Feet can be a powerful and useful tool for the Shiatsu Therapist. We will draw from Barefoot Shiatsu techniques, as well as Breema Bodywork and Traditional Thai Massage, to explore applications of this tool, to develop sensitivity and dexterity with our feet, & to promote balance & effortlessness in the standing posture. (Pre-requisite: training in Shiatsu or Breema, or permission) Barry Kapke. March 9. 9am-6pm. $80. [Code: BK2]
SPORTS MASSAGE (Level 1) focuses on massage techniques to prevent injury & improve athletic performance. This hands-on workshop covers pre- and post-event massage, training & conditioning massage, cross-fiber friction technique, & curative modalities for common sports injuries. A workbook is provided. Massage therapists should have a grasp of the interdependence between components of the musculoskeletal system. Ken Blustajn. March 16-17. 9am-5pm. $175. [Code: KB1]
COACHING FOR CONFIDENCE & EASE: Massaging the Neck & Arms. Complaints involving the neck & arms are common but are not always addressed together. We'll practice several approaches, techniques & access positions for focusing on the neck & arms within the context of a full-body massage. Includes massage ergonomics & other self-care for the practitioner, along with skill-building detail work. (Pre-requisite: 100-hrs massage instruction or permission) Tedi Dunn. March 23. 9am-5:30pm. $85. [Code: TD1]
DEEP TISSUE FOR LOWER BODY: Limbs & Pelvis. (Pre-requisite: "Intro to Deep Tissue" with Art Riggs) Special topic classes may be taken individually or as a "block" of 4 for which a "Deep Tissue Certificate" of approximately 50 hours will be awarded. Art Riggs. March 30. 9am-6pm. $80 [Code:AR2] or $290/block [Code: ARX]
FOOT REFLEXOLOGY is a simple yet unique healing technique which can relax & normalize the entire body, mind & spirit. This is done by applying pressure & stimulating areas on the feet that correlate to all other parts of the body. This 2-day professional training will cover history & theory, anatomy, hands-on techniques, application to common ailments, as well as addressing emotional, spiritual & professional considerations. Sue Grim. April 20-21. 10am-4pm. $110. [Code: SG1]
ADVANCED SHIATSU: Alternate Positions. This weekend workshop is intended for those with prior training in Zen Shiatsu, or other forms of Shiatsu, to explore familiar techniques & body mechanics as applied to new access positions. We will work with full-body sequences for Seated Position, Sidelying Position, & Working On a Table. (Pre-requisite: prior shiatsu training or instructor's permission) Barry Kapke. April 27. 9am-6pm. $80. [Code: BK3]
DEEP TISSUE FOR UPPER BODY: Back, Abdomen, Psoas & Arms. (Pre-requisite: "Intro to Deep Tissue" with Art Riggs) Special topic classes may be taken individually or as a "block" of 4 for which a "Deep Tissue Certificate" of approximately 50 hours will be awarded. Art Riggs. April 28. 9am-6pm. $80 [Code: AR3] or $290/block [Code: ARX]
FUNDAMENTALS OF ZEN SHIATSU. This is a hands-on workshop to present & explore basic skills & principles of Zen Shiatsu, & to learn a simplified full-body "treatment." This class will be useful to Swedish massage practitioners, as well as those who may be considering the Shiatsu certification program at SFSM. Barry Kapke. June 1. 9am-6pm. $80. [Code: BK4].
LOOKING, LISTENING, ASKING, TOUCHING: Traditional Oriental Diagnosis. An introduction to diagnostic techniques used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Examination of color, sound, emotion & odor, the basis of a Five Element diagnosis. Japanese abdominal diagnosis. Examination of the tongue & its interpretation. A brief introduction to Chinese pulse diagnosis. Sabine Volchok, L.Ac., Dipl.Ac. June 2. 9am-6pm. $80. [Code: SV1]
ADVANCED SPORTS MASSAGE (Level II) focuses on advanced sports massage techniques to prevent injury & improve athletic performance. This hands-on workshop covers pre- and post-event massage, training and conditioning massage, cross-fiber friction technique, & curative modalities for common sports injuries. Massage therapists should have a grasp of the interdependence between components of the musculoskeletal system. Ken Blustajn. June 8-9. 9am-5pm. $175. [Code: KB2]
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To reserve your place, please send a non-refundable deposit of $50 per workshop at least 2 weeks prior to the first class. Checks should be made payable to: San Francisco School of Massage. VISA/MC also accepted [For your own protection, it is recommended you DO NOT send credit card information via e-mail. Notate which workshops you are registering for by referring to the code following each workshop description.
Inquiries, and pre-registration, may be directed to:
San Francisco School of Massage
2209 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco CA 94109.
(415) 474-4600. Fax: (415) 474-4601.
e-mail: sfsm@bdo.si-star.com
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