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 [email protected] 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.
Aromatherapy Body Wrap and Dry Brushing
Instructor: Amy Gaghagen & Bonita Howes, LMT
Sunday, September 22, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
7 hours CEs/$175 ($150 Graduates)
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before September 16 $150 ($125 Graduates
An aromatherapy wrap will induce relaxation, and calm and balance the client’s energy. The purpose of dry brushing is to lightly exfoliate the skin, soften the skin, and improve blood and lymph circulation. The essential oils will soften and lubricate body skin, as well as impart the benefits of the particular oils that you are using. The body wrap can be relaxing, energizing, antibacterial, and most of all balancing. In this course, you will learn the proper dry brushing and wrapping techniques to add this luxurious treatment to your spa services lineup.
Aromatherapy for Massage Therapists
Instructor: Amy Gaghagen
Sunday, October 13, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
7 hours CEs/$150 ($125 Graduates)
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before September 30 $125 ($100 Graduates)
Adding essential oils to your massage practice can help you provide powerful, healing relief for your clients, grow your business, and set your practice apart from the competition in a crowded market. This course goes in-depth on the history of aromatherapy, proper mixing, and proper usage of essential oils in your massage services. We provide all the details you need to successfully expand your services with aromatherapy.
Bamboo-fusion (on the Table Level 1)
Instructor: Nathalie Cecilia, LMT/Founder of Bamboo-fusion®
Saturday & Sunday, October 12 & 13 9:00AM-6:00PM
16 hours CEs/$454
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before September 30 $429
Bamboo-fusion® massage is an innovative way to provide Swedish or deep-tissue full-body massage using your favorite lubricant and bamboo tools. Massage using warmed bamboo is a new and effective way to deliver luxurious deep tissue massage which your clients will love. The bamboo tools are 100% solid bamboo so they warm quickly in a commercial-grade heating pad and hold heat well. You will learn how to effleurage and petrissage with “warmed” bamboo tools that are different shapes and sizes designed for the various muscle groups. Cleaning and sanitizing the bamboo tools in between clients is also fast and easy. Bamboo sets and heating pads will be available for purchase in the class at a discounted price.
Nathalie Cecilia was born in Nimes, South France, and has a Master’s Degree in Philosophy and Languages from “Universite Des Lettres De Montpellier”. In 2004 she attended Sarasota School of Massage in Florida and three months after graduation she opened her own studio and started experimenting with bamboo to enhance her massage treatments. International lecturer, Massage Hall of Fame 2009, Teacher of the Year 2017, she is the “original” source for bamboo massage in the United States and has taught since 2006 continuing education classes at massage schools, spas, and resorts across the world.
Bamboo-fusion (Chair)
Instructor: Nathalie Cecilia, LMT/Founder of Bamboo-fusion®
Monday, October 14 9:00AM-6:00PM
8 hours CEs/$299 (or $259 if taking the table as well)
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before September 30 $324
Massage on the Go!
Are you ready to take your chair massage to another level? Nathalie will teach you in this one-day class how to use warm bamboo pieces to perform a full body massage on the Chair. You will save your hands and bring to your clientele a new and exciting massage sitting position. Nathalie will teach you relaxing and therapeutic strokes with bamboo to help your clients with pain and relaxation. Cleaning and sanitizing the bamboo tools in between clients is also fast and easy. Bamboo sets and heating pads will be available for purchase in the class at a discounted price.
Advanced Athletic Stretching for Massage Therapists
Instructor: Lindsey Spencer, M.Ed., LMT
Saturday, November 2, 2024 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM
8 hours CEs/$200
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before October 21 $175
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 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 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.
Migraine, Headache, and Sinus Massage Techniques
Instructor: Chad Blomquist, LMT, BS
Sunday, November 3, 2024 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
8 CEs/$175 or $150 ITMW Grad
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before October 21 $150 or $125 ITMW Grad
Learn to identify and treat various types of headaches using the Kurashova Re-education technique. Kurashova Re-education, developed by the late Zenya Kurashova Wine, uses a series of intentional vibration and pressure techniques to provide a non-invasive approach to retraining muscular tissue and correcting dysfunction.
Chad Blomquist graduated from the Institute of Therapeutic Massage and Wellness in 2006. Post-graduation, he had the opportunity to train extensively with Zenya Wine, the pioneer of Russian medical and sports massage in the US. He eventually became a Certified Kurashova Re-education Practitioner. Chad has treated over 1000 individuals with fibromyalgia, migraines, and piriformis sciatica with successful results using the techniques of Kurashova Re-education. Chad has helped positions in chiropractic, family practice medical, and spa clinics. In 2016, Chad earned his Electrical Engineering degree, and massage therapy allowed him to work full-time while in school. Since massage and client pain relief is still a huge passion for him, he currently operates his own private practice in Rock Island part-time.
Hot River Rocks
Instructors: Amy Gaghagen and Bonita Howes, LMT
Sunday, November 10, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
10 hours CEs/$175 (additional $50 for rock set)
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before October 28 $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
Introduction to Thai Yoga Massage
Instructor: Wisuporn “Gig” Britt and Bonita Howes, LMT
Saturday, December 7, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM and Sunday, December 8, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
16 hours CEs $350/$325 Current ITMW students
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before November 25 $325/$300 ITMW Graduates
In this introductory class, students will learn the basics of Thai Massage strokes and will slowly emphasize compression and rocking. The use of manual stretching techniques will be incorporated while using hands, palms, feet, knees, forearms, and elbows. Will be taught using floor mats. Clients remain clothed during the treatment. Bring a blanket and pillow, yoga mats, and a Thai mat if you have one. Dress in yoga attire.
Siddha Detox Herbal Wrap
Instructors: Amy Gaghagen and Bonita Howes, LMT
Saturday, December 14, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
7 Hours CEs/$125 or $100 ITMW grad
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before December 2 $100 or $75 ITMW grad
Derived from an ancient healing system originating in India called Siddha Vaidya, this treatment is designed to aid in the removal of toxins that impair cellular and tissue function, which is important to the anti-aging process! Students will learn the Siddha Body Detox in this one-day class. This spa treatment can be done in a “dry room.” Learn step-by-step instructions on performing the popular Siddha Body Detoxification, an ultra-relaxing and de-stressing treatment that aids in the removal of toxins as well as exfoliating the skin.
Acu-cupping with Dr. Dan Howes
Sunday, December 15th, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
8 hours CEs/$200 (includes cupping kit)
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Paid in full before December 2 $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.