MUSCLE-SPECIFIC DEEP TISSUE TECHNIQUES FOR THE ARMS AND HANDS
Our arms and hands are tough, dexterous, and exquisitely sensitive. As massage therapists, they are perhaps our primary vehicle for sensation and communication, and we use them (and sometimes overuse them) intensively. Our clients' hands and arms often take a beating as well, especially with so much computer use in the workplace and at home. And with all that keyboard use, our arms and hands have become central to our expression and experience, and are a direct channel to and from the nervous system (which is why hand and arm massages are so relaxing). For all the work that they do, our hands and forearms seldom get the time or skilled attention that they deserve.
In this class we will focus on specific techniques for releasing the muscles and fascia of the hands, thumbs and forearms; increasing mobility in the corresponding joints; and 'deconstructing' forearm muscles that have become glued together. You will learn some simple but effective ways to make your arm massages more specific, potent, and satisfying--and receive some good (and much-needed) work yourself.
"Great class! The techniques that were given were all useful and specific to healthy hands, wrists, and forearms. I would repeat this one." -Nan Hardt
"This class has not only improved the work I offer my clients, but given me better hand mechanics and bodywork techniques to use on my own hands and forearms, relieving pain and prolonging my career." -Rebecca Albert
"All my little finger joints feel so free, and like they are lined with satin." - Melissa D'Haene
Instructor: Brian Utting
CE hours: 5 (NCBTMB-approved for CE credit)
Tuition: $110 for Sunday’s DT Arms and Hands class. Take both Saturday and Sunday’s classes for only $260.
Registration: This class is sponsored by the Therapeutic Training Center.
Reviewers Discount: If you have previously taken this class, you may review it at a 30% discount on tuition. The reviewer's price for this class is $77. If you are eligible for the reviewer's discount, please call Robbin at 206.853.6875 to register as the website only offers classes at the regular price.
To register for Sunday only, click here.
To register for both Saturday’s Leg and Hips class, and Sunday’s Arms and Hands class, click here.
Regarding masking: We have moved to a hybrid version of the masking policy—there are different masking requirements for the lecture and non-lecture portions of class.
Lecture: During the opening portion of class, and during any lecture, masking is optional, each person can choose to wear a mask or not.
Technique: Masking is required during the non-lecture portion of class when you are doing technique or watching a demo. Please bring a surgical mask or N95 mask -- choose what option works best for you, and consider bringing two masks.