Barefoot Basics Course Outline:

• Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy theory and the major body systems.
• Repetitive use hand techniques in relationship to barefoot Swedish techniques.
• Contraindications of deep compression massage.
• Installation and materials for designing and constructing your bars in any situation from commercial drop in ceilings to spas and wellness centers.
• History overview of barefoot massage techniques and the countries they are indigenous to.
• Draping style and proper bolstering for clients.
• Self care for barefoot practitioner in regards to body mechanics using gravitational force.
• Personal foot hygiene and appropriate table etiquette for therapist and client.
  
  
  

This course is designed to teach any level massage therapist how to administer Swedish effleurage strokes with their feet while using an over-head bar system. One footed posterior sequences only and two footed seated routine. Theory and lecture focuses on history of barefoot massage, contraindications, proper body mechanics for gravity assisted massage, construction and design of bars in the treatment room, marketing the technique and foot hygiene.

Pre-requisite: Graduate of Barefoot Basics, strong anatomical background in location of anterior and embedded posterior muscle groups. Knowledge of fascial stretching & release is a plus.

This course can be taken with Barefoot Basics or by itself. It is usually taught right after barefoot basics for convenience and for those therapists who want more in-depth knowledge of anterior work. Therapist will be taught a protocol that will intergrate anterior and side lying strokes. More in depth sidelying strokes for clients you see on a regular basis and can be used in junction with sports massage or working as a team to locate the source of pain patterns and to treat them.

Pre-requisite: Certified graduate of Barefoot Basics, higher than average fitness level, upper arm and abdominal/core strength. We recommend a minimum of 6 months experience of continuous AOBT clinical practical hours before you sign up for this course.

You will learn two footed posterior strokes that are gliding to be combined with the sequences and protocols learned in Barefoot Basics. Theory and lecture focuses on chronic pain of specific back conditions and identifying and qualifying clients for this treatment. This seminar requires therapist to hold half their body weight off partner for periods of time while proper foot coordination and comfortable movements are delivered. Being able to perform 4 or 5 military pushups is a great measuring stick to see if you have enough upper arm strength to deliver comfortable pressure while learning these moves. Start working on your biceps and triceps now so you will be conditioned by the time you sign up for your advance level training. This will make your learning experience that much more enjoyable. Instructional video guide available for additional charge.

Not just another hot stone class, you will learn critical assessment skills necessary for safe application of heat in massage, temperature control, stone science, as well as beautiful healing stone massage long & short forms.
HSM is a Constitution-Based Treatment : You'll develop fine assessment and hand skills in the HSM CORE MODULE. Practice the Foundation Protocol (long form) plus 8 stone therapy short forms.

• Gain Confidence in Your Stone Therapy Technique:
  Develop a flowing stone massage, and learn how to integrate stones into your hands without feeling awkward.
  Learn appropriate pressure depth and dosage of stone massage for your clients' changing and varied conditions.

Find Out How to Determine "Thermal Radiance Quotient" for consistent heat delivery. Find out which stones are the most effective for specific temperature and massage styles & why all stones are not alike! Never get ripped off again by discount stone sellers.

And The Critical Stone Massage Safety Issues:

Contraindications and Indications
Temperature Control   
Hygiene

Advanced Sports Stone Massage: Course Outline 1 day - $125

Take your deep tissue massage to the next level by incorporating thermotherapy with stones! This course progresses far beyond hot stone massage and works in 5 temperatures with precision for greater effectiveness.

In this course, we will address pre-and post-event athletic issues such as recovery, rehabilitation and maintenance of problem areas as well as overall muscular relaxation, stretching and cleansing with the enlivening adjunct of hot and cold stones.

Stone Therapy Demo & Practice Sessions for

• Quadriceps
• Hamstrings
• Shoulders
• Side Lying
• "Tennis" & "Golfer's" Elbow
• Carpal Tunnel (RS syndromes)

Based upon the CORE MODULE, this course requires knowledge of the HSM Foundation Protocol (basic safety, precautions, contraindications and relevant geology science for bodywork stones.)

Pre Requisite: 12 classroom hours of previous stone massage training and passing grade on the HSM CORE MODULE written exam