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Upcoming Workshops
Aromatherapy Certification
Intro to Massage Therapy as a Career
Integrated Energy Therapy - Basic Level
Core Contact
Reiki Master Teacher Level
Hot Stone Massage
 
Last Updated: 05/05/2008
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We are firm believers in the value of continuing education and are delighted to support our graduates and the general public with a variety of high quality evening and weekend workshops. All workshop instructors have extensive experience and training in both the topic presented and in teaching.

FLSM is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education provider under Category A. The number of credit hours is listed for each of our courses that offer CE hours.

AROMATHERAPY CERTIFICATION TRAINING

Instructor: Andrea Butje, LMT, Aromatherapist

Visit www.aromahead.com for more information or email abutje@mac.com

A 200-hour aromatherapy program providing an in-depth exploration of the art and science of essential oils. Approved by the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy. Taught in Ithaca, NY and Sarasota, FL. The classes are geared for students to gain a deeper understanding of aromatherapy and how essential oils can be utilized professionally. The program focuses on the study of essential oil chemistry and energetics. Students make essential oil products such as aromatic cream blends, room sprays, sinus inhalers, diffuser blends, massage oils, and bath salts.

Essential oils are used preventatively to maintain health, as well as during acute and chronic stages of illness. They are a natural plant-based medicine designed to stimulate the body's immune system, support one's natural ability to maintain balance, and facilitate healing.

INTRODUCTION TO MASSAGE THERAPY AS A CAREER

Instructor: Rachel Hogancamp, LMT
Date: May 17, 2008, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Repeats June 8 and September 28.
Location: FLSM
Cost: General Public $75, Students applying to FLSM $50; Enroll in any of our full-time or part-time certification programs, and credit your seminar fee toward tuition!
Prerequisite: None
Registration Contact: admissions@flsm.com
M/C and VISA accepted - Please call 607-272-9026 ext 21 to relay contact and payment information. If paying by check send payment to FLSM c/o Admissions, 1251 Trumansburg Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850.

Join us for this one-day seminar exploring massage therapy as a rewarding career and introducing our nationally renowned education program. We'll discuss the client-centered approach and the role of presence in massage, both integral to FLSM's philosophy. You will leave knowing soothing, self-massage and self-care techniques as well as current career trends in one of the fastest growing healthcare industries. Participants will also receive a relaxing one-hour massage from currently enrolled massage therapy students. No previous experience necessary.

INTEGRATED ENERGY THERAPY (IET) - BASIC LEVEL

Instructor: Hallie Sawyers, LMT, NCTMB
Date: May 18, 2008
Times: Sunday, 9:00am-6:00pm.
Location: FLSM
Cost: $150. FLSM students, staff and alumni receive a 20% discount on the class fee.
Registration Deposit: A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to register for this class. Deposits are transferable to other classes offered by Hallie Sawyers.
Prerequisite: none
Registration Contact: hallie@soulsong.com
M/C and VISA accepted: please call 585-967-0009 to relay contact and payment information.
If paying by check send payment to: Hallie Sawyers, 494 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607, 585-967-0009

This Basic Level training introduces the student to the practice of IET, providing: an attunement to the Basic IET energy ray, activating the 1st and 2nd pair of 12-Strand Spiritual DNA in the student's energy field, basic techniques for removing energy blocks at a cellular level, location and use of the IET energy integration power points, introduction to Energy Anatomy and the Cellular Memory Map, increase in ability to be an energy intuitive and 'read' energy, complete training in Basic IET treatment for self and others, IET Basic Practitioner Certificate of Completion, a detailed illustrated manual for future reference. For more information and class flyer visit www.soulsong.com

CORE CONTACT

Instructor: Arjan (Crimi) Makar, LMT & Janna Edelman, LMT
Date: May 31, 2008
Time: Saturday 10-5:30
Location: FLSM
Cost: $125. $105 if registered by May 1st
Registration: Please call 607-279-7362 or 607-327-2820. Mailing address: 1960 Slaterville Road, Ithaca, NY 14850

Explore creative approaches to contacting deeper muscles, including QL, Illiopsoas, diaphragm, and more! We will deepen our understanding of how these muscles affect our whole structure and of how we can engage our clients to facilitate lasting change through bodywork.

REIKI MASTER TEACHER LEVEL

Instructor: Hallie Sawyers, LMT, NCTMB
Date: Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 22, 2008 (2 full days of class)
Times: 9:30am-6:00pm both days
Location: FLSM
Cost: $600. FLSM students, staff and alumni receive a 20% discount on the class fee.
Registration Deposit: A $200 non-refundable deposit is required to register for this class. Deposits are transferable to other classes offered by Hallie Sawyers.
Prerequisite: Reiki Levels 1 and 2
Registration Contact: hallie@soulsong.com
M/C and VISA accepted: please call 585-967-0009 to relay contact and payment information.
If paying by check send payment to: Hallie Sawyers, 494 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607, 585-967-0009

This is the final level of traditional Usui Reiki, where students receive the Master Teacher attunement , three master symbols and learn how to teach this healing art to others, including training in passing attunements and all of the practical aspects of teaching well-organized classes with comprehensive information, tools & techniques. For more information and class flyer visit www.soulsong.com

HOT STONE MASSAGE

Instructors: Hallie Sawyers, LMT & Beth Tetreault, LMT
Dates: Saturday, March 7, 2009, 9:00 - 5:00 p.m., AND Sunday, March 8, 2009, 9:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Location: FLSM
Cost: $200. There is no discounted rate for FLSM students and instructors as the class is already priced below market norm.
Registration Deposit: A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to register for this class. Deposits are transferable to other Hot Stone Massage classes offered by Hallie Sawyers and Beth Tetreault.
Prerequisite: None
Registration Contact: hallie@soulsong.com

M/C and VISA accepted - Please call 585-967-0009 to relay contact and payment information.

If paying by check send payment to:
Hallie Sawyers
494 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
585-967-0009

Purchases/Costs: Students must bring the following supplies to class: Electric cooker, meat thermometer, massage stones, wooden or metal spoon, fishnet, jojoba oil, massage oil, single sheet set and mattress pad, 6-10 hand towels, and 2-3 pillow cases.

Only one cooker, set of massage stones, meat thermometer, spoon, and fishnet required per every pair of students.

Please contact instructor, Beth Tetreault, at bethymarielmt@msn.com for information on sources and best price for class supplies.

This introductory training provides the student with all the essential techniques needed to offer Hot Stone Massage:

  • Information on the benefits and contraindications pertaining to Hot Stone Massage.
  • Information regarding basic caution, client and self-care for the LMT practicing this modality.
  • Training in the elements of a Hot Stone Massage, including specific techniques to address major muscle groups.
  • Hands-on instruction and practice devoted to giving and receiving a complete Hot Stone Massage session.
  • A detailed training manual for future reference.
  • Certificate of completion.