UGNAYAN
A healing practice anchored in body work, community care & ancestral guidance
Workshops & Coaching
Introduction to
Therapeutic Massage (18h)
In this 18-hour workshop series, you will learn how to reduce joint & muscle discomfort in 30-45 minutes and how to perform physical health assessments. Learn how to collect qualitative and quantitative data on the daily physical, mental, and spiritual effects of massage therapy.
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+ Full-time (6h over 3 weeks) / Part-time (3h over 6 weeks)
+ Reading materials included
+ Groups are limited to 6 people
+ Students must bring 2 hand towels each
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Course contents
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Body systems, Soft tissues & pathologies, postural & mobility analysis
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The holistic goals & benefits of manual body work
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Inflammation & pain management
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Common Joint & Muscles Pathologies & Contraindications
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Health form Essentials & Assessment Protocols
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Care planning, Note Taking (observations)
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Massage techniques (mobilizing, stretching, stimulating, releasing, kneading, draining)
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Clientele building, Caregiving responsibilities, Career paths & Professional Certification
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8 hours of supervised student clinics
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Attestation of completion
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Total Cost: $750+tx
​Travel fee: $50+tx per day​​​
Massage coaching (45min)
This 90-minute coaching session is for those looking to develop their touch & approach or for guidance on how to run your practice, managing marketing & accounting.
Prerequisite: 30 hours of training.
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Together we can explore:
- Depth & subtleties with the fascia, lymph & nervous systems
- Senses through the natural elements (guided meditation)
- Full body tension & mobility assessment
Energy exchange:
45-minute massage exchange
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$65/hour: *Clients must bring a friend for practice.
