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SUMMARY:Oncology Massage Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Instructor(s) Names and Credentials:\nNanci Newton and Erika Slocum\nDate(s)/Day(s): Thursday\, May 2 – Sunday\, May 5\, 2019\nTime(s):\nDay 1: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm\n(but please arrive by 8:15 or 8:30 on day 1 to check in and get settled)\nDay 2: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm\nDay 3: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm\nDay 4: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm\nWorkshop Regular Price: $797.00 USD\nEarly Registration Price and Deadline: $697.00 USD by Friday\, March 21\nLocation: Florida School of Massage 6421 SW 13th Street Gainesville\, FL 32608\nCEU Hours Offered and Approving Institution:\n32.0 CE hours (Including 2.0 CE hrs Prevention of Medical Errors in FL)\nTracy Walton & Associates\, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider\, provider number 283404-00 and is also sponsored by the NCBTMB to teach New York LMTs continuing education that is accepted by the state of New York for license renewal.\nTracy Walton & Associates\, LLC is approved by the state of Florida and state of Georgia Boards of Massage Therapy as a continuing education provider\, provider number 50-13512.\nRegistration Contact Info:\nTracy Walton & Associates\, LLC – 617-661-5800; info@tracywalton.com;\nCourse description at www.tracywalton.com;\nTraining schedule and details at https://www.tracywalton.com/event-directory/\nWorkshop Description:  \nAs the role of massage therapy in cancer care expands\, it is an exciting time to provide oncology massage. In this intensive course\, we combine the art and practice of touch to create safe\, effective massage sessions for clients with cancer and cancer histories. In a lively\, supportive learning environment\, participants learn simple\, concrete ways to adapt massage to cancer and cancer treatment. \nWe look closely at the dynamics of cancer spread\, shining new light on the old myth that massage was contraindicated\, and we introduce several approaches for educating the public about this common concern. We then modify traditional western massage techniques for common client presentations\, including surgery\, radiation\, chemotherapy\, bone metastasis\, vital organ involvement\, and lymphedema risk. Unique positioning and bolstering techniques are introduced for pain relief\, sleep support\, and overall comfort. \nWe introduce guidelines for a range of client presentations\, from robust to medically frail. These guidelines may be used effectively in a variety of massage settings\, including the hospital\, private practice\, spa or retreat center\, franchise\, and hospice. \nA balanced approach to learning blends lecture\, spirited discussion\, and hands-on work. In-depth homework is assigned prior to the course (instructional videos\, 2-3 hrs. total view time) and during the course (about 1 hr. of evening homework on days 1\, 2\, and 3). \nMassage therapists leave with essential oncology massage therapy tools: sample protocols\, a client intake form\, follow-up intake questions\, a visual decision tree\, clearly described pressure guidelines\, supervised hands-on practice experiences\, and an extensive training manual. \nWhat Participants Need to Bring to Class: \nUpon registration\, a Student Packet will be emailed to students. The packet will include a list of supplies to bring along with links to required preparation activities to complete in advance of the course. \nBiography of the Instructors: Nanci Newton and Erika Slocum \nNanci Newton is a 1998 graduate of the Muscular Therapy Institute and taught as an adjunct faculty member at Springfield Technical Community College in Springfield\, Massachusetts. She has taught with Tracy Walton & Associates since 2005. \nNanci has maintained a full-time practice since 1998 with her team of therapists at her award-winning company\, The Healing ZONE Therapeutic Massage in Hadley\, Massachusetts. They provide oncology massage therapy for caregivers and patients through the Cancer Connection in Northampton\, Massachusetts. \nIn 2014\, Nanci was named one of “The 100” honored by Massachusetts General Hospital who have dedicated themselves to making a difference in the fight against cancer. Her oncology massage therapy work was featured in Thrive magazine. She was an invited speaker at the 2016 and 2018 Oncology Massage Healing Summits in Minneapolis. \nAnnually\, Nanci organizes oncology massage therapy volunteers for the annual Pan Mass Challenge fundraiser for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. She is a musician\, juggler and dedicated just-for-fun runner in many annual fundraising events\, from 5K races to half marathons. \nErika Slocum is a graduate of the Muscular Therapy Institute in Cambridge\, MA (2005). She completed the Boston Medical Center oncology massage therapy internship in 2011\, when she also began teaching with Tracy Walton & Associates. \nErika works part-time as a massage therapist at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. She also maintains a private practice in Somerville\, Massachusetts\, where she and her business partner employ four other massage therapists. Their specialties are oncology massage\, prenatal massage\, and orthopedic techniques. A dedicated massage therapist and former event planner\, she organized\, recruited\, and supported students and staff in our oncology massage workshops and clinics for nearly five years. She has been an invited speaker at the 2016 and 2018 Oncology Massage Healing Summits in Minneapolis. Read more about Erika’s work in our blog interview. \nErika brings a bachelor’s degree in communications\, a long history as a dancer\, and a passion for massage and massage education to her teaching and her hands-on work. When she is not working\, she loves traveling and caring for her growing family.
URL:https://floridaschoolofmassage.com/event/oncology-massage-therapy/
LOCATION:Florida School of Massage\, 6421 SW 13th St\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32608\, United States
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SUMMARY:Maahaah-Rooh Medical Qi Gong & Mindfulness (Meditation) for Restorative Health & Energy
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Professor K. A. Shakoor\, D.A.O.M.\nDates: Saturday – Sunday May 4-5\, 2019\nTime: 9AM-1PM both days\nPrice: $75 per day/$120 for both days – Walk-ins welcome – cash or check only\nTo Register: E-mail Dr. K. A. Shakoor at padma.shakoor96@gmail.com.  Payment by cash or check at the door\, the day of the event.\nOpen to all medical professionals working in the medical field (LMT’s\, AACP’s\, Pt’s\, etc.)\nWorkshop Flyer\nWorkshop Syllabus \nWorkshop Description\nMaahaah Rooh Medical Qi Gong is a highly effective and easily retainable system of Qi Gong designed for massage therapists\, acupuncturists\, physical therapists and nurses that allows them to restore their energy (Qi) so they can maintain maximum efficacy on a continual basis. Dr. Shakoor has successfully worked with health practitioners in educational and clinical environments over the course of thirty years. \nIt consists of a set of breathing exercises designed to cultivate life force energy (Qi). The objective of Maahaah Rooh Medical Qi Gong is to teach a step-by-step method of exercise to keep the body and mind in optimal fitness. This is a very low-impact form of exercise that includes standing movements (Zhan Zhuang) and slow movements similar in style to Tai Chi Chuan. \nIndividuals will enhance their fluidity of movement\, coordination\, and balance\, resulting in greater flexibility and stress reduction through the application of deep relaxation\, breathing techniques and methods of stillness. The purpose is to detoxify the body’s organs of impurities and toxins\, then regenerate and invigorate the body so that one feels refreshed\, both physically and mentally. \nDr. Shakoor has instructed the practices of Maahaah Rooh Medical Qi Gong in a variety of settings. In addition to the clinical settings mentioned above\, he has also presented them at numerous workshops across the country\, institutes of higher learning in Florida\, Michigan\, Pennsylvania\, Maryland\, New York\, New Jersey and Ohio\, and has presented three times at the annual conference of the National Qi Gong Association. \nMaahaah Rooh Medical Qi Gong is an excellent introduction to the energetic experience and encompasses both physical and mental aspects. This article will briefly explore Form One of the Heavenly Hands Medical Qi Gong– Seven Palms—which is part of its physical process\, and will then explore mindfulness and meditation\, and Traditional Chinese Medicine theory. \nWhat Participants Need to Bring to Class: Wear loose comfortable clothing\, water and snacks. \nSee current article in qi-journal.com \nInstructor Bio: Shakoor has 50 years’ experience in the fields of energetic and mind/body disciplines and more than 30 as an instructor. He has taught classes and given demonstrations at educational institutions\, mental health facilities\, and hospitals to government and law enforcement agencies\, private groups\, clubs\, and sports teams. He has designed\, planned and promoted health fairs training workshops and health seminars in various communities in Michigan\, Ohio\, Pennsylvania\, New Jersey and Florida. He is the author of Ghetto Sutras\, 2016\, and Maahaah Yoga\, 2007\, both published by Jannah Press\, and the upcoming book The Treatment of the Shen in Relation to T.C.M. and Tibetan Medicine.
URL:https://floridaschoolofmassage.com/event/maahaah-rooh-medical-qi-gong-mindfulness-meditation-for-restorative-health-energy/
LOCATION:Florida School of Massage\, 6421 SW 13th St\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32608\, United States
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SUMMARY:Playing with the Breath - cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Frank Merillat \nTime: Saturday-Sunday\, 9AM-6PM\nWorkshop Price: $350 or ($295 if payment is received by March 10)\nLocation: Florida School of Massage\nCE Hours: 18 FL CEUs \nTo Register: This event has been cancelled \n  \nWorkshop description:\n\nThe breath is necessary for the optimum functioning of our body. It is often seen as our connection to spirit or God. The act of breathing is called respiration\, refilling us with spirit. Without free and easy breath our quality of life is lessened. Much of our breathing is done unconsciously; we do it without being aware\, yet it can be used as a great tool of awareness. Part of the focus of the class will be bringing awareness throughout the bodywork process. The act of breathing is a place in our bodies where our body and our conscious and unconscious mind meets.\n\nBreathing is something most people take for granted. It involves structure and musculature over a much wider area of the body than most of us realize. Many complaints that clients bring such as posture or that involve areas of the body such as the low back\, shoulders and neck do have an affect on the ability to breathe well.\n\nThe course will focus on the structure\, fascial and muscular connections involved in this complex act. We will explore the relationship to posture\, as well as the relationship of mental and emotional states to the act of breathing. Specific treatment techniques will focus on the neck\, chest\, ribs\, abdomen\, and the upper and lower back. The ability to do this work well can greatly improve and enhance your practice.\n\nIn this workshop we will focus on the dynamics of breath. \n\nWe will look closely at the relationship between breath and posture.\nWe will examine the musculature that contributes to the mechanics of breathing.\nWe will explore the relationship of body and mind to the act of breathing.\nWe will learn effective\, gentle bodywork strategies to enhance the function of breath.\nWe will learn specific techniques for the neck\, chest\, abdomen and back including scalene and SCM\, rib mobilization\, diaphragm and abdominals.\nWe will do this together in an experiential\, fun and enlightening manner.\n\n 
URL:https://floridaschoolofmassage.com/event/playing-with-the-breath/2019-05-11/
LOCATION:Florida School of Massage\, 6421 SW 13th St\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32608\, United States
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