MORNING: MUSCLE-SPECIFIC DEEP TISSUE TECHNIQUES FOR the SIDE-LYING SHOULDERS
Besides being deeply comforting and relaxing, skilled side-lying work gives you excellent access to the structures of the shoulder. In this class you will learn specific, effective, and potent techniques for releasing the muscles of the shoulder girdle, including the trapezius, rhomboids, latissimus dorsi, serratus anterior, levator scapula, subscapularis, infraspinatus, supraspinatus, pectoralis minor, and the surrounding fascia. Our shoulders are meant to float freely on our ribcages, held in suspension by 16 muscles, but very often they are restricted, stuck down, and in pain. You will learn to effectively liberate any glued-down scapular structures and give your clients a feeling of ease and freedom in their back and shoulders.
We sometimes think of side-lying work as primarily for pregnant women, but almost all of your clients can benefit from skilled side-lying work in this area, and it feels great. The class will focus on straightforward, muscle-specific techniques that can be immediately applied in practice. Body mechanics will also be a focus of this class, as well as proper use of fingers and elbows to save wear and tear on joints.
“This was the best CE class I’ve ever taken.” -Tyler Rapke
“I haven’t felt this kind of freedom in my shoulders since before massage school! I have definitely been enjoying my wings.” -Amy Ross
AFTERNOON: 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. 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 & specific to healthy hands, wrists, & forearms. I would repeat this one.” -Nan Hardt
"All my little finger joints feel so free, and like they are lined with satin." - Melissa D'Haene
“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
Instructor: Brian Utting
CE hours: 8 (NCBTMB-approved)
Date and Time: Saturday, March 11, 10am-7:15pm
Tuition: $180 if registered with a $100 non-refundable deposit.
Please note that since we will be working in close proximity all day, students will be required to wear masks during the class.
Please note that this class is currently sold out. if you would like to be put on the waiting list, please contact us at info@pnwschool.com.