ASHA School Of Massage

Intoducing the 1st Asian Bodywork Therapist Program in Atlanta!

There is a growing interest in the United States in Chinese Medicine, Asian Bodywork, holistic health, and energy based healthcare. As the focus on wellness grows, the role of Asian bodywork will only continue to grow. This new program, currently the only one of its kind in Atlanta, will prepare you to work in the field of preventative care, illness care and wellness care. It will emphasize Asian Bodywork, but graduates will have met the basic requirement for licensure as Massage Therapists in Georgia.

Like Therapeutic Massage, Asian Bodywork Therapy is so gentle and effective that it can be useful to clients at any age and state of health. Just as Massage Therapists are “muscle experts,” Asian Bodywork Therapists are “energy experts.” Both can help their clients by relieving pain and creating balance. The program will be a comprehensive blend of Eastern and Western techniques including Acupressure, Tuina, Medical Qigong, and TaiChi, as well as Western modalities; Swedish Massage and Touch for Health. The main categories in the curriculum are:

Oriental Medicine- covers basic diagnosis of energetic imbalances

Asian Bodywork Therapy- Acupressure, Tuina, Qigong, and Taichi. Western Sciences- anatomy, physiology, and pathology

Western Bodywork- Swedish Massage, Touch for Health

Personal and Professional Development- personal growth, self-care, ethics, and business

Clinical Practice- students practice on the public. 

The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for advanced standing in Acupuncture school programs, if they have the requisite college training. Combining both western and eastern systems gives you the best of both worlds.

Day & Night Classes available!

For more info visit www.ashamassage.com or give us a call at 770-368-2661

Change your life today!

Are you looking for a new Career?

If you would like to learn more about the benefits of massage, the many types of massage, and how you could become a massage therapist, then check out the following websites. 

• If you’re considering starting a career in massage therapy, then look through the information from this webpage for tips and directions on how to get started.
• If you have questions about what it takes to become a massage therapist, then visit this website to find helpful answers.
• The many healing benefits that can come from massage motivate many people to pursue careers in massage therapy. To learn about the healing benefits of chiropractic massage, check out this article.
• Are you having trouble deciding whether you should become a licensed massage therapist? If so, then read this article to learn about the many career opportunities that could be available to you.
• There is a lot more to becoming a massage therapist than learning how to give a relaxing back rub. To learn about the many types of massage techniques you’ll need to learn, take a look at this detailed article.

If you are interested in learning more about the holistic health industry and how you can become a massage therapist, then call ASHA School of Massage at 770-368-2661 or visit www.ashamassage.com. Act now and ask about our Asian Body Therapy and Certified Massage Therapist programs, classes starting soon!

When should I consider Neuromuscular Therapy?

Neuromuscular Therapy (or NMT) is a combination of soft tissue manipulation techniques used for a variety of reasons, generally resulting in the removal of muscle pain and postural re-alignment. You should seek out a local Neuromuscular Therapist if you:

NMT has been shown to help improve the conditions or reduce the symptoms of:

If you are in need of a Neuromuscular Therapist, you are welcome to call ASHA School of Massage at 770-368-2661 and set up an appointment. If this seems like something you would like to learn and utilize to heal others, come in a take a tour of our school today!

Dr. Rudy Scarfalloto's "Nutrition for Massage Therapists" now available!

As a Massage Therapist how many times have your clients come to you with dietary questions or concerns?

In his latest of several literary works, Dr. Scarfalloto focuses on nutrition and is able to condense tons of knowledge, along with years of experience, into his in-depth yet user friendly and easy to understand "Nutrition for Massage Therapists". Primarily for the benefit of MT's and their clients, there is an abundance of information that would serve to enhance the practice, efficiency, and results of not only the MT but of any motivated healthcare practitioner. It is important to mention that this book is not only valuable to this particular audience, however. The information within is presented in a fashion that makes the fundamentals of nutrition understandable even to those who have no previous familiarity with the subject. Dr. Scarfalloto does this by giving a concise description of the nutrients that may be found in our diets including the role that they play in our health and well-being, a branch of wisdom that is far too commonly overlooked in our society.

As a tool for self-education for the MT or any other practitioner, this work is irreplaceable and quite original in its focus. With emphasis in three areas: Self-care for the therapist, clinical application, and review of anatomy and physiology , the knowledge contained within this book can bring you and your practice to the next level. As a massage therapist, if you are interested in nutrition for the purpose of improving your personal health and enriching your practice, Dr. Scarfalloto's latest book is a must read.

Hey MT's, remember to get you Continuing Education Credits before the October deadline this year!

The deadline is in October this year, and is approaching quickly! The requirement for Massage Therapists in the State of Georgia is 24 CEU's with a minimum of 12 "Hands-On" hours. This is a great time to get those hours taken care of or to take that class that will expand your practice. Check out the list below to pick your next certification!

 

1) Reiki 1 June 3, 2012 Sunday 11:00am - 5:00pm

2) Reiki 2 June 16, 2012 Saturday 11:00am - 5:00pm

3) MUSCLE TESTING FOR BODY THERAPISTS - PART 1 June 23 & 24, 2012 Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 9:00am -1:00pm

4) Reiki Master July 1, 2012 Sunday 11:00am - 5:00pm

5) Holographic Assessment & Body Balancing July 13-16, 2012 Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday 9am-6pm

6) Reiki 1 July 15, 2012 Sunday 11:00am - 5:00pm

7) Reiki 2 August 5, 2012 Saturday 11:00am - 5:00pm

8) Integrated Hot Stone Therapy August 24 & 25, 2012 Friday & Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm

9) Facilitated Pathways Intervention 1 August 25 & 26, 2012 Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 9:00am - 6:00pm

10) Nutrition for Massage Therapist September 8 & 9, 2012 Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 9:00am - 1:00pm

11) Experience the Elements: Polarity Therapy for Massage Practitioners September 8, 2012 Sat. 9am to 6pm

12)  Expanding the Star and Chakra Balancing with Polarity September 9, 2012 Saturday 9am to 6pm

13) CHAIR MASSAGE September 15 & 16, 2012 Sat. & Sun. 9:00am - 4:00pm

14) REFLEXOLOGY: A HEALING ART September 15 & 16, 2012 Sat. & Sun. 10:00am - 5:00pm

15) ANTERIOR CERVICAL & TMJ WORK September 21-23, 2012 Fri., Sat., & Sun. 9am - 6pm

16) Facilitated Pathways Intervention 2 September 22 & 23, 2012 Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 9:00am - 6:00pm

17) WORKING WITH HOPICE CLIENTS AND FAMILIES Setpember 29, 2012 Saturday 9am-6pm

18) CranioSomatic Foundations 1 October 13 & 14, 2012 Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 9:00am - 6:00pm

19) CranioSomatic Foundations 1 October 20 &21, 2012 Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 9:00am - 6:00pm

20) SUBTLE MUSCLE TESTING - PART 1 & PART 2 October 29 & 30, 2012 Monday& Tuesday 10:00am - 5:00pm

21) KMI Professional Certification in Structural Integration April-June 2012 

22) PRE- & PE

RINATAL MASSAGE THERAPY November 8-11, 2012 Thurs.-Sat. 9am-6pm Sunday. 8:30AM - 6:30PM

23) ASSISTED YOGA POSTURES FROM THAI MASSAGE - PART 1> October 5, 2012 Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm

24) ASSISTED YOGA POSTURES FROM THAI MASSAGE - PART 2 October 12, 2012 Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm

25) MUSCLE TESTING FOR BODY THERAPISTS - PART 2 September 15 &16, 2012 Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 9:00am -1:00pm

26) ASSISTED YOGA POSTURES FROM THAI MASSAGE - PART 3 October 19, 2012 Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm

27) ASSISTED YOGA POSTURES FROM THAI MASSAGE - PART 4 October 26, 2012 Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm

28) CranioSomatic Foundations 2 December 1 & 2, 2012, Saturday 9:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 9:00am - 6:00pm

Also ask about our courses in Clinical Sports and Neuromuscular Therapy!

For more information call 770-368-2661 or visit www.ashamassage.com.