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"Coming to California for SFSM's massage classes was one of the best things I  have done for myself in my life."
- Hernan Manalo CMT

"By far, the Thai Massage Intensive was the most organized class I have ever taken"
- Joan Miller Sinrich CMT

"The Dynamic Stretching Class was wonderful. The teaching flowed in an effective sequence from theory to bodywork, throughout the entire body. "
- Kristie Home CYI

"I was very happy with the Pregnancy and Postpartum class and I learned a lot."
- Karen Cook CMT

"Eric is a truly gifted and excellent teacher, I am very glad I took his Reiki class"
- Sandy Zeldes CMT

"On a scale of 1-10, this class was a 10+"
- Cheryl Myers CMT

"Great class!"
-Marina Saga CMT

"Art's Deep Tissue class was the best. It helped me to more fully understand the body and how to work together with it."
 - Gregory Mayfield CMT

" I can't wait  to take more massage classes!"
- Gina V. McCarthy CMT

“The Subtle Modalities class improved the quality of my touch greatly.”
- Marty Morales CMT

"The Cranial-Sacral class opened up a world of possibilities for me, it has become the core of my practice and an important aspect of all of my body work sessions, including my Swedish massage and Deep Tissue work.”
- Irv Kirshbaum CMT

We are committed to providing exciting educational opportunities to our students.  This commitment drives us to create workshops that address the interests of our students outside of the basic and advanced programs.  Our massage workshops are crafted with the greatest care by the instructors and are selected for their excellence by our director.  These workshops cover a wide range of subjects from Reiki attunements to Deep Tissue and give our students and other professionals the chance to explore new skills.  Please examine the list of upcoming workshops to see what we have to offer you.

Workshop Policy:
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WORKSHOPS!
Please call in advance to pay your Non-Refundable registration fee to reserve your space.
One day workshops must be paid in full to hold your space ($25 non-refundable)
Two day workshops require a $50 non-refundable deposit
Workshops of three or more days require a $75 non-refundable deposit.

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation one week prior to workshop = Refund or Credit , LESS registration/reservation fee.
Cancellation less than one week prior to workshop = Credit only, LESS registration/reservation fee.
Day of workshop cancellations and no shows = No refund or credit given under any circumstances.

Call 415-474-4600 to Register

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Advanced Massage Workshops - ASIAN BODYWORK MODALITIES
 COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS

Saturday & Sunday, July 12 & 13, from 10am – 6pm, 14 Credit Hours: Working the lower leg ankle and foot area can have a deep effect on your client’s overall structure. Knowing how to properly assess your client, create an effective action plan, and execute the work in a creative and engaging manner will allow you to stand out as a bodyworker.  This two day intensive workshop will allow students to understand the structures that make up the lower leg ankle and foot and to effectively work the area.  Students will explore hands on how form and function influence one another, and how bodywork can positively support and improve these relationships. Students will then be given the skills to assess issues in the area and the techniques to work effectively in order to improve overall function. Prerequisite: 100-hr massage certification. Bring to sheets to class.

Saturday-Sunday July 19, 20, 26, and 27, from 9am - 6 pm, 40 Credit Hours: More than just “hard” massage, our expanded Deep Tissue I introduces myofascial therapy techniques to supplement basic massage skills to work effectively with localized tensions, injury and emotional holding patterns.  This class is designed to be immediately incorporated with present massage skills to allow you to work deeply, safely and with ease.  This class also includes instruction in range of motion and palpation techniques. Prerequisite: 100-hr massage certification. Bring two sheets to class.

Saturday and Sunday July 19 & 20 from 9am - 6pm, 16 Credit Hours: Ortho-Bionomy uses gentle body positions and movements that stimulate the self–correcting reflexes within the muscles and nerves. These responses can move the client out of pain and discomfort within 10-30 seconds. This method is very specific and structure oriented.  

You Will Learn Techniques that are:
1)      Incredibly Effective for Pain Relief and Joint Mobility
2)      Easy and Fun to Learn and Use
3)      New and Different Tools To Use for the Shoulders, Scapula, Elbows, Wrist, Clavicle, Ribs, and Hands
4)      Painless for the Client and Practitioner

Cost: $255 (Includes ORTHO-BIONOMY A PRACTICAL MANUAL By Jim Berns & Kathy Kain)

Saturday-Sunday, August 9 & 10, from 10am to 6pm, 14 Credit Hours: This class is designed for the massage therapist wanting to take their skills to the next level of precision. Trigger points are area of extreme tenderness within muscles that are often involved in chronic pain and dysfunction. Students will learn to assess, identify and assist the client in releasing long-held patterns and areas of stubborn potential in the body.  Increase you effectiveness by working smarter, not by working harder. Prerequisite: 100 hour massage certification. Bring two sheets to class.

Saturday – Sunday August 9 & 10, from 10am - 6 pm, 14 Credit Hours: Reflexology is a truly holistic and non-invasive therapy that can be used alone or easily integrated into a full body massage. Students will learn the principles of Reflexology and the holistic concept, its ability to relieve stress and tension, improve blood supply, release toxins and promote the flow of nerve impulses. Students will leave this class with a comfortable ability with the hands on techniques and will be able to provide a complete reflexology session for their clients. Prerequisite: 70 hours of training, bring two sheets to class.

Saturdays and Sundays, August 15, 16, & 17, from 9am to 6pm, 24 Credit Hours: In our three-day sports massage workshops, students will actively explore the concepts and techniques of sports massage through class discussion and lots hands-on work. The classes will provide tools and a framework to assist clients in preventing and minimizing the effects of injuries and overuse syndromes. This workshop will cover pre-event, post-event and training aspects of massage, and will approach common client injuries in a goal-oriented way while allowing a great deal of hands-on practice. Prerequisite: 100-Hr Massage certification. Bring two sheets to class.

August 31, September 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5, from 10am to 6pm, 40 credit hours: Thai massage is an ancient bodywork form which has been passed down in Thailand for over 3500 years. It combines aspects of yoga, deep stretching, reflexology, energy work and acupressure in a uniquely Thai blend of rhythmic movement. Thai massage typically begins in supine position, beginning at the feet and working upwards. Therapeutically, this balances energy from upper body and head and induces a state of deep relaxation. Work on the legs is beneficial for low back tension as the supine position supports the back during the massage. Building on skills and patterns of work established in supine position, we will explore three more body positions to allow the practitioner to choose the most effective and comfortable position for the client’s needs.  Prerequisite: Previous massage experience highly recommended!

DATE HAS CHANGED! Saturday - Sunday, September 27 & 28, from 9am to 6pm, 16 Credit Hours: Ortho-Bionomy is a unique body therapy.  It uses gentle and comfortable positioning of the clients body to facilitate the release of pain and tension.  It is incredibly effective for those “hard-to-release” places in the body.  Ortho-Bionomy is completely painless for the client AND for the practitioner.  It deeply integrates the mind / body connection.  Fun and easy to learn, Ortho-Bionomy has wide practical application and can be used with any client. Previous students rave about this workshop and Jim’s teaching. Prerequisite: 70 hours of massage training: Bring two sheets

DATE HAS CHANGED! Saturday, October 11, 10am-6pm, 7 Credit Hours. Massage therapists often feel constrained by the different dynamics of working with a seated and fully dressed client. This one day workshop will introduce students to the techniques, applications, and benefits of chair massage and remove the limitations of a massage chair by demonstrating a full body seated massage session. Students will also cover different timing formats and settings for chair massage gigs as well as techniques for attracting new table massage clients through chair sessions. A variety of massage chairs will be on hand for students to try during the workshop.  Prerequisite: 70 -Hrs massage training.

Saturday and Sunday, June 21 & 22 from 9:00am – 5:00pm, 14 credit hours: This workshop will provide a shiatsu perspective on treatment for women of all ages. Each stage of life presents its own specific challenges and opportunities for women’s energy to flow dynamically and healthfully. Lectures, demonstration and techniques presented will cover; TCM overview of women’s energy from menses to menopause, treatment around menstruation, understanding  peri-menopause and response to symptoms, supporting women’s health after menopause and into advanced age, and recommendations for diet, self-help, and exercise to maintain healthful Qi. Prerequisite: 100 hours of certification in meridian based bodywork. Bring 1 flat sheet to class.

Saturday and Sunday, August 2 & 3, 9:00am – 5:00pm, 14 Credit Hours: The Fire element is the ruler of the mind, and therefore is responsible for the well being of the entire body. Summer can be hot and fiery, as well as mellow and happy, just like our emotions. The body and mind respond strongly to the fires within. The Fire element is expressed through the diverse energies of the Heart, Small Intestine, Pericardium and Triple Heater. Workshop topics include: Soothing the fires - treatments to release excess heat, work on meridians of the chest & arms, therapeutic points to treat the Fire element, understanding Shen – the role of awareness for practitioner and receiver, and meditation and awareness to bring focus to the fire element. Prerequisite: 100 hours of certification in meridian based bodywork. Bring 1 flat sheet to class.

Saturday and Sunday, September 27 & 28, 9:00am – 5:00pm, 14 Credit Hours: Earth Energies harmonize the transitional times between seasons by their ability to give stability and energy to the body and mind. At the end of summer, earth is abundant. It is time to experience stillness and fulfillment. The Earth Element is at home in the center of the body – the Hara. The workshop will include lecture, demonstration and practice covering Hara diagnosis, massage, and self-treatment, Shiatsu techniques for the stomach and spleen meridians, therapeutic points to harmonize Earth element, working with Earth imbalances through therapeutic practices and diet, and an introduction to the Body Clock: The cycles of Qi production and meridian relationships. Prerequisite: 100 hours of certification in meridian based bodywork. Bring 1 flat sheet to class.

Friday, September 5, 9am – 6 pm, 8 Credit Hours: Participants in this all-day course will learn the fundamentals of providing simple massage sessions to older adults living in eldercare facilities. You will learn the basics of giving a massage to someone who is lying in bed or seated in a wheelchair, as well as how to provide a comforting touch to those living with dementia. No previous massage experience necessary. Those who do have massage experience will be awarded 8 credit hours upon completion. No prerequisite. Please bring one set of twin sheets to class.

Sunday, September 21, 2008, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Come join us at the San Francisco School of Massage for a fun day of massage! This workshop is designed for partners or friends who want to learn how to give each other a basic, one-hour massage. No previous massage experience is necessary. The course begins with a demonstration of basic massage strokes by the instructor, and includes ample practice time for participants. You will learn how to give and receive a relaxing, beneficial massage, working fully clothed either on a massage table, floor mat, or chair. Just bring yourselves! Tables, mats, chairs and pillows will be provided.