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J. Wheeler, LMT, NCTMB, AMTA

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7 Valuable Advantages for you!

  1. Learn at home, so you don't lose valuable time or incur travel expenses.
  2. Affordable tuition includes everything you need: course materials, test and Certificate.
  3. You can earn CE hours accepted by the NCBTMB, AMTA, ABMP and Florida and Louisiana, as well as most other state massage licensure boards.
  4. State-of-the-art video presentations provide close-up demonstrations you can watch, practice and easily review.
  5. Get Results Instantly - Take advantage of the Institute's online study options, test online and get your Certificate instantly.
  6. With over 104,000 enrollments since 1996, you can trust and depend on the Institute to help you, too.
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Chair Massage Fundamentals

Massage CE Program - 12 CE Hour(s)

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This home study program is presented by David Palmer, the 'father' of Chair Massage according to Massage Magazine and the developer of the first massage chair. Based on Japanese acupressure techniques, this program presents a complete chair massage sequence for the neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms, hands, and scalp. This step-by-step presentation teaches practitioners three complete, upper body acupressure sequences.

You'll find included:

  • A teaching and review DVD detailing the acupressure points, massage techniques and massage sequence
  • A DVD for practicing the complete chair massage sequence and the Kenko Taiso self-care exercises
  • An audio-CD to talk you through the chair massage sequence with three different lengths for practice
  • A 76-page written manual describing each technique, acupressure point location, and sequence

After completing this course, you will be able to complete a seated massage sequence in 15 minutes, and execute the transitions in the sequences smoothly and without hesitation.

Student Reviews

Although I have been performing chair massage since my licensure (1996)- I thought this course would be a nice 'Refresher' and also offer some new ideas and techniques to implement into my chair massage routine- I was NOT disappointed. As usual, your courses are always clear, concise, educational, presented very well and very informative. Thank you.

- L. Archer LMT, NCTMB, AMTA

I enjoyed this clear and well written course. The video and audio were excellent in showing you the techniques and gave you valuable hints on body mechanics. I would recommend it highly to anyone interested in chair massage.

- C. Kilar, NCTMB

The presentation of this course was excellent. Very informative.

- J. Polikoff, NCMT, ABMP

This was a great way to study this course. It was highly informative and presented well. I particularly liked the ability to repeat (and repeat and repeat) the different segments.

- J. Stempel, LMT

The video and written materials were exceptionally well coordinated and detailed. I found the stress on proper body mechanics very beneficial for proper execution of the techniques. I also liked the way the information was presented in different ways. First it was broken down into very detailed descriptions of all movements and then faster sequences that were readily adaptable to a fifteen minute routine. Information on a shorter routine was also included.

- K. Swec, LMT

Materials

  • 2 DVD's - with three sequences including practice sequence, fine-tuning instruction and a stretching routine for the practitioner
  • Audio - contains 23-minute, 18-minute and 14.5-minute versions of the massage sequence
  • Manual - 76 pages
  • Workbook with multiple choice test - if you prefer to test online please select the "online test" option
  • Certificate upon completion - if you prefer to print your certificate at home instantly, please select the "online test" option

Display Certificates suitable for framing are available for $10 in addition to the certificate included with your tuition. Click here to order a Display Certificate.

Credits / Tuition

CE Hours: 12

Tuition: $145

Approvals

The Institute is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Approved Provider 049478-00.

Credits also accepted by the AMTA, ABMP and NAHA.

For information regarding your specific state massage license requirements and approvals, visit our Massage Therapy Continuing Education Requirements page by clicking here.

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Contents: 2 Videos (DVD), manual and audio (CD) shipped to you. Online multiple-choice test.
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