Applied Triger Point Therapy
This course is intended to teach Applied technique to approuch trigger points, or small contraction knots, in the muscles of the body. Pain clinic doctors skilled at detecting and treating trigger points have found that they're the primary cause of pain roughly seventy-five percent of the time and are at least a part of virtually every pain problem. Even fibromyalgia, which is known to afflict millions of people, is thought in many instances to have its beginning with trigger points. In this class you will learn how to identify and treat Trigger points.
Thai Partner Massage
Traditional Thai Massage taughet as a Synergistic give and take couples Massage, Great Energy Exchange!
Massage Practitioner I
This 100-hour program, Level I Massage Practitioner training, is designed to provide quality instruction which will prepare an individual for licensing in professional body work in San Diego county, and many other local areas.
Training includes 80 hours of classroom instruction and 20 hours of clinical internship.
Classroom Instruction for Massage Practitioner I includes:
- The benefits of massage, contraindications of massage, and basic Swedish strokes.
- The origin and basic history of Massage
- How to set up a massage room professionally (clean sheets, clean bathroom, clean hands, etc.)
- Be introduced to body/mind connection, and how thoughts and emotions affect the body.
- Be taught proper steps in order to obtain a license and how to use ethics in client/employer relationships.
- Basic license laws for surrounding areas, the ethics of honoring established boundaries, discussion groups on sexual boundaries, and honoring the client/therapist relationship.
- How to put together a professional resume, how to interview for work, and where to locate massage work.
- Basic Swedish strokes and introduction to Reflexology treatment, Reiki treatment, Chair massage, shiatsu, and basic Yoga and breathing techniques.
- Skeleton system, superficial muscles and to locate organs and glands
Massage Practitioner II
This 100-hour program, Level II Massage Practitioner training, is designed to provide quality instruction which will prepare an individual for licensing in professional body work in San Diego county.
Training includes 80 hours of classroom instruction and 20 hours of clinical internship.
Classroom Instruction for Massage Practitioner II includes:
- Therapeutic massage techniques including specific strokes for releasing the neck, and shoulders, and for low back problems.
- Application of hands-on techniques for working with pregnant and geriatric clients.
- Learn the difference between soft tissue flexibility and joint mobility.
- Introduction to deeper muscles and the origin and insertion of muscles and the tendon and ligament relationship.
- Learn basic physiology of the body
- Introduction to Oriental Arts and body mechanics including Yoga, Tai Chi, Sports and shiatsu massage.
- Receive a Reiki Energy Attunement
Acupressure I
In the first of 2 classes the student will learn the five element theory, twelve organ meridians, oriental pulse diagnosis, and 100 basic acupressure points. You will also learn how to plan and chart treatment sessions.
Acupressure II
In the Second of 2 classes the student will learn the five element theory, twelve organ meridians, oriental pulse diagnosis, and 100 basic acupressure points. You will also learn how to plan and chart treatment sessions.
Aromatherapy 1A
During this Aromatherapy Class students will learn the properties and uses of different essential oils and how to make their own personalized blends.
Couples Massage
This one day workshop is designed to teach couples to give each other a basic massage.
Cranio Sacral I
CST is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord.
Using a soft touch generally no greater than 5 grams, or about the weight of a nickel, practitioners release restrictions in the craniosacral system to improve the functioning of the central nervous system.
By complementing the body's natural healing processes, CST is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction.
Vitality College of Healing Arts is the only massage school in San Diego county that is a member of the Upledger Institute. The Upledger Institute was founded by John Upledger, who developed Cranio Sacral Therapy,
In this Level I class you will learn the 10-step protocol for treatment, cardiac, resitory, and craniosacral pulses of the body. You will also learn about the movement of the fluid through the dural tube and hand positions for the various diaphragm releases.
Deep Tissue Massage (Massage Practitioner III)
Deep Tissue Massage is one of the most popular modalities currently available. For proper function, muscles must be able to slide over each other freely - stress, strain, injury or even bad posture can compress the muscle layers and restrict movement. Deep tissue works on the muscles layer by layer, freeing compression and providing uninhibited motion.
Deep Tissue Massage brings a higher level of freedom and responsiveness to the body. The skilled deep tissu therapist can mold a client's tissue to a state of improved health and fluidity!
Classroom Instruction includes:
- Areas of caution on the body
- Reading the body
- Refining your touch
- Biomechanics
- Stroke strategies
- Hierarchy of power: Thumbs, knuckles, fists, forearms, elbows
- Proper use of tools
- Therapeutic strategies for addressing common complaints and injuries
- Planning your session
Herbology and Nutrition
This program is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to be a Herbal/Nutritional consultant. The hours from this course can also be applied to the Holistic Health Practitioner's program. This program will provide hands on training in the preparation of home care products, such as tinctures, and salves also Medicinal preparations and their uses will be discussed.
We offer 5 - 20 hour sessions to make up our certificate program of 100 hours. You can join the program at any time.
Hot Stone Therapy
In this one day workshop you will learn how to give a hot stone massage using specific heated stones, which are placed strategically on points of the body and then used for a deeply relaxing massage.
Lomi Lomi Massage
Derived from ancient Polynesian and master healers of Hawaii, Lomi Lomi is a nurturing touch which relaxes the entire body and frees restrictions in the muscles. The forearms, elbows, and palms are used to create rhythmical, continuous, and flowing strokes.
Lymph Drainage Massage
Lymp Drainage Massage is a technique first developed for the treatment of Lymphedema disease. Experience has shown that it is not only for ill patients, but is also a perfect technique for helping clients to maintain health and improve the beauty of skin and appearance of cellulite.
In this class students will learn to apply this extremely gentle massage in a variety of situations.
Topics to be covered
- Scientific basis of lymph drainage massage
- History of LDM
- Overview of LDM
- Purpose
- Physiological effects
- Edema, primary and secondary lymphedema
- Indications and contraindications
- Anatomy and physiology of lymphatic system
- Location of lymph nodes
- Drainage pathways and watersheds
- Basic principles of LDM and their scientific basis
- Demonstration and practice of basic techniques
- Step by step outlines of massage treatment for face and neck, four quadrants of the trunk with extremities
- Cellulite massage
MyoFascial Release I
During this class students will gain knowledge of the fascial system and a gentle form of stretching and compressions to provide relief from its restrictions and pain.
Introduction Oncology Massage
This class is intended to teach the student about the special needs of Cancer patients, and how to Massage them with an understanding of these special needs.
Pathology
Pathology is essential to understanding effects, contraindications, and locating endangerment sites. We will also cover how many of these diseases start and present themselves. Also, the physical and psychological aspects for the CMT to know how to proceed in working with different pathologies. This class will show how to apply massage to benefit patients with various diseases and ailments. This class is required if you choose to take the National Certification Examination.
Pregnancy Massage
This class will provide the knowledge needed to perform this gentle massage for the mother to be.
Raindrop Therapy
This technique incorporates Aromatherapy with Reflexology, Massage and moist heat in application of essential oils applied on areas of the body, bringing structural and electrical alignment. Raindrop Therapy is designed to bring balance to the body via relaxing, gentle application. It helps align and clear energy centers of the body without force or deep pressure.
Reflexology
In this one day workshop you will learn how to give a basic reflexology treatment.
Reflexology I
This course is designed to teach a specific technique that utilizes reflex points on the hands feet and ears. In this class you will learn: History and overview of Reflexology, terminology, anatomy of the hand and foot, foot body relationships, meridian reflexology relationship, common foot and hand problems, relaxation techniques, session sequencing, and specific Reflexology techniques.
Reflexology I focuses on Foot Reflexology
Reiki I & Vibrational Arts
Reiki is an energy healing modality based on ancient Tibetan knowledge rediscovered by the Japanese. Reiki training involves self-growth and transformation.
In Reiki I you will:
- Learn the History of Reiki
- Receive Attunements - being attuned to Reiki gives one the ability to easily access the Reiki (Universal Life Force) energy, for the purpose of healing a person or situation
- 21-Day Cleanse
Reiki III
In this Reiki Master Class you will:
- Give Attunements
- Learn Usui Master Symbol and Its Use
- Practice and Integration of the Teaching Process
On completion, you will be a Reiki Master and have the ability to teach.
Shiatsu
Shiatsu is Japanese for "finger pressure." In this class you will learn how to give a Shiatsu massage which utilizes the traditional acupressure points of Oriental medicine
Sports Massage - Upper
In Sports Massage for the upper body, students will learn sports stretching, pre and post-event massages along with assessment and treatment for various sports injuries.
Sports Massage - Lower
In Sports Massage for the lower body, students will learn sports stretching, pre and post-event massages along with assessment and treatment for various sports injuries.
Thai On The Table
The best of Eastern and Western techniques. Learn how to perform a full body massage integrating Thai stretches and compressions with Western style massage strokes. Supine, prone, side and seated protocols will be taught. These movements may be performed as a complete massage or integrated into any massage session!
Thai I
This is a medical massage traditionally practiced by monks in Thailand. Students will learn this unique style of massage which is a combination of Yoga Postures and Shiatsu.
In Thai I you will learn:
History and Ideology
Basic Front and Back Thai pattern
Specific Techniques
Tui Na
This class will provide students with full knowledge of this Chinese Medical Massage which is based on the movements of Tai Chi.
Yoga I
Our Yoga Teacher Training Curriculum is carefully organized to give you the most fundamental tools to deepen your practice and be prepared to teach confidently.
The syllabus includes tools to create dynamic Yoga classes with focus on correct alignment and modifications to poses, sequencing and methods of developing safe teaching skills for every style of class. You will learn the physical and mental benefits of each pose with a strong anatomical background, that will allow you to best include them in your therapy. Meditation and Pranayama are taught and practiced in class during the whole course to enable you to explore them without creating more time constraints.
