Introduction to Ayurvedic Massage, April 25-27
Intro to Esalen Massage, May 16-18
Movement & Self-care for Bodyworkers, May 23-25
Professional Ethics for Bodyworkers, June 6
Sexuality Issues in Massage, June 6-8
Sexuality Issues in Massage, October 17-19
Professional Ethics for Bodyworkers, October 24
Massage Cupping, October 24-26
Other events
Mamatoto Holistic Childbirth, Postpartum, and Breastfeeding Doula Immersion
Unless otherwise noted:
* Workshops are 22 contact hours and cost $375 ($350 if paid in full one month ahead).
* Class times for these weekends are: Friday 1pm-7pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am-6pm.
* For all bodywork classes, please bring one set of twin sheets per day plus massage oil or cream (in a spill-proof container)
* Tables are provided by the school
* There will be a 1-hour lunch break on full days (Saturday/Sunday); bring a bag lunch or come prepared to buy lunch at one of the restaurants close-by
Introduction to Ayurvedic Massage - 22 contact hours
Date: April 25-27, 2008
Teacher: Kelly Grey
About this class: Come to this workshop for an introduction to Ayurveda and beyond! The workshop will begin with basic information about the 5 elements, Doshas, Constitution Test, and a food chart. Then, participants will warm up with yoga and movement before learning: 4-handed massage (Abhyanga); daily ayurvedic cleansing routines; how to make oils and herb preparations for different constituitions, conditions, and seasons; as well as, Shiro Abhyanga (Indian head massage) and Pichu (oil treatment for the head.) What a great way to spend a weekend!
About the Teacher: Kelly Grey was carefully trained by Sri Swamini Mayatitananda as a Master Teacher to train teachers in Wise Earth Ayurveda. She has done extensive studies in ayurveda in India. Kelly has been a practitioner and teacher of Wise Earth Ayurveda since 1997. Before this time, Kelly received a B.A. in Creative Expression from Prescott College in AZ. She has also received extensive teacher training from multiple schools of yoga including Advanced Teacher Training in Sivananda Yoga Vedanta.
The Art of Essential Touch: Intro to Esalen Massage - 18 contact hours
Teacher: Ellen Watson
Date: May 16-18, 2008
Class times: Friday 7pm-10pm, Saturday 8am-8pm, Sunday 8am-1pm
Cost is $325 ($300 if paid in full one month ahead).
Class Description: Influenced by the waves of the Pacific Ocean, Esalen Massage is a healing art for, which engages all the senses and offers deep release and relaxation to both giver and receiver. The Esalen practitioner's style emerges as a response to tapping into the flowing creative energy present in every living body. In this workshop, Ellen will instruct the class in the basic principles of Esalen Massage. Each session will include time for Ellen to share her passion for moving meditation through individual and partner yoga. So come prepare to move!
Recommended reading and viewing: A Listening Heart, Steindl-Rast; A Natural History of the Senses, Ackerman; Esalen Massage,DVD
About the teacher: Ellen Watson is celebrating her 24th year on staff at Esalen Institute, where she studies and teaches various moving meditation practices including Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms, Esalen Massage, Holotropic Breathwork, Liquid Yoga, and SpiritDance. Find out more about Ellen at www.movingventures.com
Movement & Self-care for Bodyworkers: The 5 Rhythms and Partner Yoga - 18 contact hours
Teacher: Ellen Watson
Date: May 23-25, 2008
Class times: Friday 7pm-10pm, Saturday 8am-8pm, Sunday 8am-1pm
Cost is $325 ($300 if paid in full one month ahead).
Class Description: Rejuvenate and revitalize with this Rumi-inspired self-care for bodyworkers weekend presented by Esalen Institute's Ellen Watson. For two and a half days, Ellen will lead participants through a beautiful blending of the 5 Rhythms of ecstatic dance, partner yoga and chi gong kata. Open to all levels of experience, come ready to share your favorite ecstatic poetry, move, talk, meditate, and journal together.
About the teacher: see description above
Professional Ethics for Bodyworkers - 3 contact hours
Teacher: Pripo Teplitsky
Date: June 6, 2008
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $55
Class description: This class is designed to fulfill the continuing education in ethics requirements for North Carolina massage and bodywork licensing. Referencing North Carolina as well as the NCTMB code of ethics, participants will learn the basics of client-practitioner dynamics and why professional boundaries are so important to protect both our clients and ourselves. Participants will learn how to create safe relationships by exploring the following topics: common dilemmas and how to solve them, dealing with sexual issues, boundaries, confidentiality, fees, draping, scope of practice and dual relationships.
About the teacher: Pripo Teplitsky, MA, LPC, LMBT, NCTMB- offers a diverse practice that balances the connection between mind, body, and spirit. He is a licensed and nationally certified massage therapist. He holds a masters degree in psychology and counseling. He lived, studied, and worked at Esalen Institute, a renowned human potential learning center in Big Sur, CA, and is a certified Esalen (r) practitioner. Pripo is also a licensed Professional Counselor and has a private practice in Asheville, NC, where he specializes in relationship issues.
Sexuality Issues in Massage: The Unspoken Energy
Teacher: Pripo Teplitsky - 22 contact hours
Date: June 6-8
Cost: $395
Class Description: Massage therapists are well aware that there can be confusion between their chosen profession of therapeutic touch and touch which is intimate and sexual in nature. This workshop will help participants be able to: demonstrate an understanding of human sexuality and appropriate therapist response; recognize the emotional/physical/ sexual connection in massage; have a greater awareness of energy transfer in massage; understand personal and professional boundaries concerning sexuality issues in massage; communicate clear professional boundaries to clients; and discover new ways to promote self-care and grounding.
About the teacher: Pripo Teplitsky, MA, LPC, LMBT, NCTMB- offers a diverse practice that balances the connection between mind, body, and spirit. He is a licensed and nationally certified massage therapist. He holds a masters degree in psychology and counseling. He lived, studied, and worked at Esalen Institute, a renowned human potential learning center in Big Sur, CA, and is a certified Esalen (r) practitioner. Pripo is also a licensed Professional Counselor and has a private practice in Asheville, NC, where he specializes in relationship issues.
Sexuality Issues in Massage: The Unspoken Energy
Teacher: Pripo Teplitsky - 22 contact hours
Date: October 17-19
Cost: $395
Class Description: Massage therapists are well aware that there can be confusion between their chosen profession of therapeutic touch and touch which is intimate and sexual in nature. This workshop will help participants be able to: demonstrate an understanding of human sexuality and appropriate therapist response; recognize the emotional/physical/ sexual connection in massage; have a greater awareness of energy transfer in massage; understand personal and professional boundaries concerning sexuality issues in massage; communicate clear professional boundaries to clients; and discover new ways to promote self-care and grounding.
About the teacher: Pripo Teplitsky, MA, LPC, LMBT, NCTMB- offers a diverse practice that balances the connection between mind, body, and spirit. He is a licensed and nationally certified massage therapist. He holds a masters degree in psychology and counseling. He lived, studied, and worked at Esalen Institute, a renowned human potential learning center in Big Sur, CA, and is a certified Esalen (r) practitioner. Pripo is also a licensed Professional Counselor and has a private practice in Asheville, NC, where he specializes in relationship issues.
Professional Ethics for Bodyworkers - 3 contact hours
Teacher: Pripo Teplitsky
Date: October 24, 2008
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $55
Class description: This class is designed to fulfill the continuing education in ethics requirements for North Carolina massage and bodywork licensing. Referencing North Carolina as well as the NCTMB code of ethics, participants will learn the basics of client-practitioner dynamics and why professional boundaries are so important to protect both our clients and ourselves. Participants will learn how to create safe relationships by exploring the following topics: common dilemmas and how to solve them, dealing with sexual issues, boundaries, confidentiality, fees, draping, scope of practice and dual relationships.
About the teacher: Pripo Teplitsky, MA, LPC, LMBT, NCTMB- offers a diverse practice that balances the connection between mind, body, and spirit. He is a licensed and nationally certified massage therapist. He holds a masters degree in psychology and counseling. He lived, studied, and worked at Esalen Institute, a renowned human potential learning center in Big Sur, CA, and is a certified Esalen (r) practitioner. Pripo is also a licensed Professional Counselor and has a private practice in Asheville, NC, where he specializes in relationship issues.
Massage Cupping
Taught by: Annie Garic
Date: October 24-26, 2008
Class Description: In this weekend workshop, you will become certified in the art of the Massage Cupping (TM) technique. Massage Cupping helps to "separate" layers of fused, congested soft tissue. This brings better water absorption and renewed blood flow to undernourished and dehydrated tissues. Cupping enhances the benefit of massage, decreases strain on the practitioner, and increases revenues through "add-on" service. It feels good and it's fun to do!
Annie Garic has been interested in health and well-being her entire life. She graduated with a BS degree in Health and Physical Education from the University of New Orleans and a MA degree in Physical Education from Southern Methodist University. She then taught H&PE for ten years. In 1988 she began her study and practice of therapeutic massage. Annie has been a teaching assistant with Advanced Continuing Education since 2004 and in 2007 became a Certified Massage Cupping(TM) Educator.
