Massage Continuing Education
Expand your skills. Preserve your body. Elevate your practice.
Continuing education for massage therapists and movement practitioners in Salt Lake City, Utah, designed to help you create meaningful, sustainable careers through the integration of Eastern traditions and Western clinical practice.
Our mission is to help therapists work more effectively—not by working harder, but by working smarter. Through mindful body mechanics, anatomy, and intentional movement, you'll learn to use your entire body to deliver consistent therapeutic pressure while protecting your most valuable tool: yourself.
If you're passionate about blending ancient wisdom with modern science and building a practice that supports both your clients and your own longevity, these courses are for you.
Upcoming Massage Workshops
Level 2 - Intermediate Thai Massage
5 Days
9:00 - 5:00pm
Tuition $0 (Included in Level 1 Tuition)
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Expanding Your Practice Through Nuad Bo-Rarn
Level II builds upon the foundations of Traditional Thai Massage, expanding your understanding of Nuad Bo-Rarn through additional treatment positions, advanced techniques, and a deeper exploration of movement, rhythm, and therapeutic application. While Level I establishes the fundamentals, this course is where your practice begins to feel fluid, intuitive, and adaptable.
Drawing from the traditional curriculum taught in Chiang Mai, Thailand, students will continue developing their technical skills while refining body mechanics, transitions, and the ability to work with greater confidence and creativity. You'll learn how to assess the body more thoughtfully, adapt techniques to different clients, and create treatments that feel less like memorized sequences and more like meaningful therapeutic conversations.
Throughout the five-day course, we'll explore side-lying, prone, and seated positions, advanced stretching techniques, additional Sen line applications, and strategies for addressing common musculoskeletal restrictions while maintaining sustainable body mechanics.
By the end of the course, students will be able to confidently perform a complete Traditional Thai Massage treatment while integrating advanced techniques into a seamless, individualized session.
What You'll Learn
Side-lying, prone, and seated treatment sequences
Advanced stretches and therapeutic mobilizations
Expanded Sen Sib (energy line) applications
Clinical reasoning and treatment planning
Advanced body mechanics and therapist longevity
Fluid transitions and rhythm between techniques
Adapting treatments for different bodies and mobility levels
Working with common postural patterns and movement restrictions
Creating a complete 2–3 hour Traditional Thai Massage session
Upon Completion
Students will leave with the confidence to move beyond memorized routines and begin practicing Thai Massage as a responsive, creative, and highly effective form of therapeutic bodywork.
Level 1 - Foundations Thai Massage
3 Day
9:00 - 3:00pm
Tuition $777 includes Level 2
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Traditional Thai Massage, or Nuad Bo-Rarn, is one of the world's oldest healing arts, originating in Thailand over 2,500 years ago. Often described as "assisted yoga," this dynamic form of bodywork combines rhythmic compression, acupressure, mindful movement, and assisted stretching to promote mobility, balance, and overall well-being. Northern-style Thai Massage, as taught in Chiang Mai, is known for its gentle rhythm, flowing transitions, and emphasis on yoga-like stretches and practitioner body mechanics.
This three-day course follows the traditional curriculum taught in Chiang Mai, Thailand, introducing students to the foundations of Nuad Bo-Rarn while integrating modern anatomical understanding and sustainable body mechanics. Whether you're an experienced massage therapist or completely new to Thai Massage, you'll learn to move with confidence, apply techniques efficiently, and use your entire body—not just your hands—to deliver effective treatment.
By the end of the course, students will have the skills and confidence to perform a complete 60–90 minute Traditional Thai Massage in the supine position, while developing a deeper appreciation for movement, presence, and therapeutic touch. This condensed format mirrors the first three days of ITM's Level I Foundation course, introducing the front-body sequence, assisted stretches, acupressure, and the foundational concepts of Sen energy lines.
What You'll Learn
The history and philosophy of Northern-style Thai Massage (Nuad Bo-Rarn)
Principles of body mechanics and therapist longevity
Mindful movement and efficient use of body weight
Traditional compression techniques using palms, thumbs, forearms, and body weight
Assisted stretching to improve mobility and range of motion
Introduction to the Sen Sib (10 Energy Lines) and their role within Traditional Thai Massage
Proper positioning, rhythm, and transitions
Client communication, safety, and contraindications
A complete supine (front-body) treatment sequence
This Course Is Ideal For
Licensed Massage Therapists
Bodyworkers
Yoga teachers
Movement professionals
Health care practitioners
Beginners interested in learning Traditional Thai Massage
No previous Thai Massage experience is required.
3 Days
25 NCBTMB Credits
Tuition: $795
Non-Refundable Deposit: $325
Pre-Req: Licensed Massage Therapist
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We have developed a comprehensive three-day workshop for licensed professionals to learn barefoot massage techniques. This course covers both posterior and anterior protocols. Participants will have plenty of “feet-on” practice time throughout the class. The methods taught are Western-focused and include posterior and anterior protocols, enabling bodyworkers to deliver a detailed 90-minute Ashiatsu entire body session,
In addition to training you to use your foot as a massage tool, we will also teach you a trademarked sequence that has proven effective. You will confidently leave the workshop, equipped to practice your newly acquired barefoot skills immediately. Our top priority is to ensure you feel safe and ready to begin your practice before the workshop concludes.
While we use parallel bars suspended from the ceiling to help manage weight, it is essential to consider specific fitness levels and weight guidelines when enrolling in this course. Our teaching methods are thoughtfully tailored to accommodate each practitioner’s skill level, physical characteristics, and learning style.
What You'll Learn
Foundations of Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage
Posterior and anterior treatment protocols
Proper use of overhead support bars
Safe body mechanics and therapist longevity
Foot placement, pressure control, and body positioning
Client safety, contraindications, and communication
A complete 90-minute full-body treatment sequence
Strategies for integrating Ashiatsu into your current practice
Our Approach
Throughout the course, teaching is individualized to each practitioner's experience, body mechanics, strength, and confidence level. The overhead bars provide stability and control, allowing you to develop precision while delivering comfortable, effective pressure.
Our highest priority is ensuring every student leaves feeling confident, safe, and prepared to begin practicing immediately.
1 Day | 8 CEUs
$225 per student (minimum 3 students)
Private Trainings Available
Perfect for individuals, spas, and studio owners looking to train their team.
No overhead bars required.
Contact me to schedule a private training
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Course Overview
Experience the benefits of Ashiatsu without the need for overhead bars.
This one-day introductory course teaches a complete 45–60 minute barefoot massage protocol performed entirely from a seated position. Students will learn techniques in prone, supine, side-lying, and seated positions, providing a versatile treatment that can be immediately integrated into an existing massage practice.
Ideal for therapists looking to expand their skill set, this course introduces the principles of barefoot massage while emphasizing proper body mechanics, sustainable movement, and effective therapeutic pressure. Whether you're curious about Ashiatsu or looking for new approaches to deep tissue work, Bars-Free Seated Ashiatsu offers an accessible entry point without the investment of installing overhead bars.
BONUS: If you take this course, you will receive $200 off your Barefoot Basics Course
What You'll Learn
A complete 45–60 minute seated barefoot massage protocol
Prone, supine, side-lying, and seated techniques
Proper body mechanics and therapist longevity
How to deliver consistent therapeutic pressure with less strain on your hands and wrists
Safe client positioning and transitions
Practical techniques that integrate easily into your existing massage sessions
Who Is This Course For?
Licensed Massage Therapists
Massage therapy students
Spas and wellness clinics
Studio owners seeking staff training
Therapists interested in exploring Ashiatsu without installing overhead bars
My Teaching Philosophy
Bodywork is more than a collection of techniques—it's a way of observing, thinking, and responding to the body in front of you.
My goal isn't simply to teach techniques — it's to change the way therapists think about bodywork. By integrating anatomy, biomechanics, gravity, breath, and intentional movement, I hope to help practitioners work with the forces already available to them rather than relying solely on muscular effort. The result is bodywork that is more effective, more intuitive, and sustainable for a lifetime of practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to deepen an established practice—offering advanced techniques, nuanced critique, and sophisticated workflow refinements that elevate even the most seasoned portfolio.
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Your enrollment grants lifetime access, allowing you to revisit each module whenever you wish—an enduring reference as your style evolves.
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Only quality, studio-standard tools are recommended. The lessons focus on technique rather than brand allegiance, ensuring any well-maintained rotary or coil machine, paired with fine-gauge needles, will suffice.
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Yes. Upon successfully passing the final portfolio review, you will receive a digital certificate acknowledging your commitment to refined craftsmanship and continued professional development.