We are pleased to inform you of the new and exciting Continuing Education classes offered at the Institute of Therapeutic Massage!
Please call us at (563) 445-1055 or email INFOITMW@gmail.com to be added to our Continuing Education electronic newsletter, sign up for courses or if you have any additional questions about the seminars.
ITMW CE Cancellation Policy
A $50 non-refundable deposit must be made at the time of registration, no exceptions!
Seminar must be paid in full 2 WEEKS before date of seminar. Refundable up to 1 week before seminar, if less than 1 week class is non-refundable unless you are able to find someone to fill your spot or if there is a medical emergency, again no exceptions!
By registering for the seminar and paying the $50 deposit, you agree to the ITMW CE cancellation policy.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Advanced Athletic Stretching for Massage Therapists
Instructor: Lindsey Spencer, M.Ed, LMT
Saturday, November 4th, 2023 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM
8 hours CEs/$175
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before October 23 $150
This course is designed to enable students and practitioners to aid athletes in pre-and post-event stretching. Certain types of stretching should be used at certain times of the athlete’s event; attendees will learn how different techniques, timing, and intensity are important and how and when to use them to best benefit the athlete. This course will include both a lecture and a hands-on portion. Athletic or loose clothing should be worn in order to get the most out of the class.
Lindsey attended Utah State University as a Track and Field athlete, where she also earned a Master’s Degree in Sports and Physical Education. She owns her own massage practice in Bettendorf, IA, which is geared toward athletic and everyday performance. She specializes in techniques including FAKTR, deep tissue, myofascial release, and cupping.
Introductive Survey to Reflexology
Instructor: Amy Petersen, MR
Saturday & Sunday, November 11 & 12 9:00AM-4:00PM
14 hours CEs/$225
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before October 30 $200
This course is an introductory survey to Reflexology, for massage professionals interested in the Complementary and Alternative Modality of Reflexology. Using an overview of classic data and current techniques and research, Reflexology is presented as both a Complementary therapy and a Palliative therapy, for a range of health conditions. The course covers basic anatomy and physiology, as it relates to Reflexology; primary therapeutic points on the feet, an introduction to treatment techniques from selected specialists, and a basic introduction to the application of manual reflexology palpation. This class is considered an instruction class for certification in Reflexology and an introduction to the benefits of incorporating reflexology techniques into an existing LMT practice.
Introduction to Integrative Reflexology™
Instructor: Amy Petersen, MR
Saturday & Sunday, December 2 & 3, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
16 hours CEs/$375
Coursebook required. Claire Marie Miller’s Textbook “Integrative Reflexology ™: Theory and Practice” additional charge if not purchased prior to class
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before November 20 $350
In this Level I Integrative Reflexology™ Certification course you will learn the basic techniques of foot reflexology through the Four Theory approach. The whole hand technique that is taught makes it gentle to give and receive this work. This technique can be applied as a complete treatment or as a palliative enhancement for massage therapists and other health care providers. The Four Theories include Structural Alignment Theory, Zone Theory, Meridian Theory, and Psychoneuroimmunology Theory.
In this class, you will learn: An Integrative Reflexology™ approach to seeing the body in a whole way, factors that contribute to health and balance for yourself and your clients, cautions and contraindications for reflexology, proper body alignment and structural alignment exercises, anatomy of the lower leg and foot, as they pertain to reflexology and identification and manipulation of specific reflex points. Coursebook required and may be purchased from https://www.clairemariemiller.com/products
Hot River Rocks
Instructors: Amy Gaghagen and Bonita Howes, LMT
*New date Sunday, December 3rd, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
10 hours CEs/$175 (additional $50 for rock set)
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before November 20th $150
Get connected with this earthly treatment. Learn the benefits of this earth-warming treatment. Students will learn a full-body therapeutic hot river rock massage. Students will be instructed in proper heating and care of rocks, protocols for safe and proper application to clients as well as contraindications and indications for Hot River Rock massage. Learn how hot rocks can serve as an extension to your hands to aid in client relaxation during massage. DISCOUNT USED ROASTERS AVAILABLE!! $25 each
Acu-cupping with Dr. Dan Howes (Co-owner of ITMW)
Sunday, December 10th, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
8 hours CEs/$200 (includes cupping kit)
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before November 27 $175
“Acu-cupping” is a technique of Chinese cupping, or fire cupping. Fire cupping refers to the traditional Chinese practice in which a cup is applied to the skin, suctioning the fascia and drawing energy to the area. Students will learn moving cupping techniques for myofascial treatments in which the cups are massaged over the body to release tension. Acu-cupping techniques are also introduced to students, using the cups to draw energy to acupuncture points in the body.
Forearm Fusion
Special Guest Instructor: Jim Funk
Saturday and Sunday, February 24 and 25, 2024 9:00AM—6:00PM
16 NCBTMB approved CEs/$354
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before February 12 $329
The Forearm Fusion course will teach therapists how to get maximum pressure with minimal effort and strain, preventing burnout and repetitive use injuries. There are over 30 techniques taught in the course that address common conditions and areas of concern for the client. This class is perfect for new and seasoned therapists who want to improve their body mechanics and provide a custom massage that uses very little hand and thumb work. (Approved Provider Number: 1000610)
Supplies: Students should dress comfortably and bring a set of sheets with a pillowcase.
Advanced Forearm Fusion
Special Guest Instructor: Jim Funk
Monday, February 26, 2024 9:00AM—6:00PM
8 NCBTMB approved CEs/$214
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before February 12 $189
In the One Day Forearm Fusion Advanced course, students will learn over 20 techniques to work with clients in the prone, supine, and side-lying positions. Some of the muscle groups worked on in the class are the lateral rotators of the hip, scalenes, iliopsoas, and individual muscles of the rotator cuff. Students will continue to learn and build on their foundational body mechanics and use different aspects of their forearm and elbow to apply deep tissue techniques with minimal effort and strain. It is recommended, but not required to take the Forearm Fusion Foundations course. Students should wear comfortable clothing, bring sheets, a large towel or blanket, and massage cream of their preference.