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Continuing Education - CEUs

Our Continuing Education classes are specifically designed to introduce you to new techniques, deepen your knowledge, and enhance your skills. With a curriculum encompassing the latest trends in massage therapy and a team of experienced instructors, we are committed to providing an enriching learning experience.​
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Per Arizona Administrative Code R4-15-302 2b, The Arizona Board of Massage Therapy approves Continuing Education sponsored by a massage therapy school or bodywork therapy school that is approved by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education.
CE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
Cupping with Silicone Cups
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Tuesday, June 24 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
8 CE Hours - $200 - NCBTMB Certified
Learn how to integrate Cupping into your practice to relieve pain, improve mobility, and achieve lasting results for your clients—all while reducing strain on your own hands and body. This hands-on course will give you the confidence to use cupping effectively, helping you work smarter, not harder! In this course, you will learn: - What cupping is and how it works - What client conditions would benefit from receiving a cupping treatment. - How to perform different cupping styles (static, glide, flash). - Specific cupping treatments for the neck, back, arms, and legs. - How to clean and sanitize cups post treatment.
Tape It Easy: The Art and Science of Kinesiology Tape
Thursday, June 26 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
8 CE Hours - $225 - NCBTMB Certified
Kinesiology Tape is a versatile and dynamic tool that can enhance your massage therapy practice, helping clients recover from injuries, alleviate pain, and improve mobility. In this engaging hands-on course, massage therapists will dive into the science behind Kinesiology Tape, explore its many benefits, and learn practical application techniques for common client complaints. ​ Whether you're working with athletes, post-surgical clients, or anyone in need of pain management, this course will teach you how to harness the power of Kinesiology Tape to support your clients' recovery and well-being.​ In this course, you will: - Learn How Kinesiology Tape Works - Explain the Benefits of Kinesiology Tape - Identify Contraindications and Precautions - Master Application Protocols for Common Conditions, including shoulder pain, lower back pain, knee injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, and plantar fasciitis. - Gain the confidence to customize your tape applications based on individual client needs.
Working with Topical Analgesics
Saturday, June 28 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2 CE Hours - $60 - NCBTMB Certified
(Can be combined with Working with Essential Essential Oils, Sugar Exfoliation Treatments, and Tape Yourself Seriously for an 8 Hour CE Course.) Topical analgesics (pain relievers) are a relatively easy tool that every Massage Therapist should have in their belt to help clients relieve pain in joints and ligaments. This course will help massage therapists learn how topical analgesics work, why they should add them to their massage practice, and how to use them. In this class we will be working with MuscleCare products, MuscleCare Pain Relieving Ointment and MuscleCare Pain Relieving Cold Gel, but will also discuss other brands such as Prossage Heat and Biofreeze. In this course you will learn: - The ingredients in common topical analgesics and how they work. - How to explain to clients how topical analgesics will benefit them. - Practical applications of common analgesics, including receiving body work using them.
Thumb-Free Deep Tissue
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Wednesday, June 25 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
8 CE Hours - $200 - NCBTMB Certified
Providing our clients deep tissue and firm pressure body work doesn’t have to hurt, them OR us. This course will delve into how Massage Therapists can provide fantastic therapeutic massage sessions without pain.​ Injury prevention isn’t just about what to avoid. This intermediate course will give therapists the tools they need to provide deep tissue massage without relying solely on our thumbs.​ In this course you will learn: - Why the anatomy of our hands and arms helps clients but may hurt us. - Simple, easy to follow principles for preventing injury, including body mechanics and ergonomics. - How to provide "Thumb-Free" Deep Tissue techniques for the neck, back, arms, hands, legs, and feet. - Self-Care
Percussive Power:
Unlocking the Benefits of Vibr. Therapy
Friday, June 27 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
6 CE Hours - $175 - NCBTMB Certified
Dive into the science and techniques behind percussive therapy, a rapidly growing modality used for muscle recovery, pain management, and overall wellness. Whether you’re new to percussive therapy or looking to refine your skills, this course will provide you with the knowledge and experience needed to incorporate percussive devices into your practice. In this course, you will: - Learn the science and mechanisms behind percussive therapy. - Gain hands-on experience with percussive therapy devices like the Theragun and Hypervolt. - Learn protocols for effective use of percussive therapy for various muscle groups and conditions. - Understand the benefits and limitations of percussive therapy for muscle recovery, pain management, and overall wellness.
Tape Yourself Seriously
Saturday, June 28 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
2 CE Hours - $60 - NCBTMB Certified
As a massage therapist, your hands, arms, shoulders, and back are your most valuable tools—but they’re also at the greatest risk for strain and discomfort. In this two-hour hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use Kinesiology Tape to address your own aches, pains, and injuries. Designed specifically for massage therapists, this class will teach you simple, effective taping techniques to support recovery, relieve tension, and keep you feeling your best. Whether you’re dealing with wrist strain, shoulder tightness, or lower back discomfort, this class will empower you to take care of yourself so you can better care for your clients.