2010 Continuing Education Calendar

Total Matrix Integration Systems

JANUARY 31, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Marc Ellis, Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center
CEU’s: 8
Price: $65 (FULL)
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday


The muscles and fascia are a strong influence on the alignment of joints. Sometimes you will find that a joint will not stabilize after an adjustment, and then you need to look at the muscles and fascia. Dr. Ellis is offering a great opportunity for us to learn how to work with the myofascial system so that we can better take care of our patients. This is a one day course and will offer hands on experience. Please bring any adjusting tools you might have with you, such as an Activator, Arthrostem or Speeder board. While intended for chiropractors, this course is approved by the NCBTMB for 8 CEUS.


Total Matrix Integration Systems: Muscle Testing and Short Lever Stretching of the Upper Extremity

FEBRUARY 20-22, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Marc Ellis, Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center
CEU’s: 8
Price: $195
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday


Advanced Theories and Applications of Swedish Massage

APRIL 10, 2010
Presenter: Ife Adaralegbe
CEU’s: 8
Price: $65
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday


Total Matrix Integration Systems: Advanced TMJ and Cranials

APRIL 10, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Marc Ellis, Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center, assisted by Robyn Nadel
CEU’s: 12
Price: $195
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday


Oh, Not Another Chakra Energy Class

MAY 8-9, 2010
Presenter: Bob Heath
CEU’s: 12
Price: $125
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Bob is a 21st Degree Initiate of Tibetan Kala-Chakra, Ava-lokitesh-vara (taken from the Dalai Lama), Vajra Kaliya, Reiki Master.

This is a beginning to intermediate level course on how to perceive and use energy as a functioning part of your practice. The first day will be a complete breakdown of the Chakra system, both as individual units and as a cohesive whole. For example, each Chakra has different sections. You will learn how to perceive this, balance it in one another, and how to balance it in our clients. You will learn how to apply these techniques through hands-on massage.

The second day, we will add crystal and stone energies to those techniques in a hands-on way. We will cover things like gridding, massage tools, setting up a room, and learning how to clean and charge crystals. You will learn to perceive which stones to use and how to apply them.


CranioSacral Therapy

MAY 13-16, 2010
Presenter: The Upledger Institute
CEU’s: 24
Price: $595 - before March 13, 2010
$695 - before April 13, 2010
$795 - after April 13, 2010
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday
Refunds: Tuition is fully refundable up to 30 days prior to a class less a $50 processing fee. No refunds will be given after April 27th.


By the end of this 4-day workshop you should be able to:
• Describe the scientific foundation and principles of CranioSacral Therapy - and why it's the key to relieving pain and dysfunction at their source
• Demonstrate finely tuned palpation skills you can rely on as highly sensitive and intuitive healthcare tools
• Identify the subtle craniosacral rhythm and interpret its patterns to accurately evaluate dysfunction and improvements
• Locate the source of physical problems by traveling through the fascial system, that complex web of tissue that impacts all body structures and systems
• Release dural tube restrictions to enhance interactions between the central nervous system and the rest of the body
• Use techniques that produce dramatic health and relaxation effects, including Direction of Energy and Still-Point Induction
Work with approaches to a number of common ailments such as TMJ dysfunction, head and neck pain, central nervous system disorders and many more
• Put a simple, effective 10-Step Protocol into practice right away
Prerequisite: Professional healthcare practitioner, student in healthcare program or graduate of awaiting licensure/accreditation.
• If you have never experienced CranioSacral Therapy for yourself, it is recommended, but not required, that you have a session prior to class.
This will help you gain valuable insights into how the technique works and what its effects are on the body. To find a CranioSacral Therapy practitioner in your area, click here.


Sports Massage - PTOA (Posttraumatic Osteoarthritis)

MAY 23-23, 2010
Presenter: Adrian Carr
CEU’s: 12
Price: $295 - before April 22, 2010
$345 - before April 22, 2010
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Learn the protocol for:
• Training Time Massage Therapy
• Pre-event Massage Therapy
• Post-event Massage Therapy
• Cause of common sports injuries
• Massage treatment PTOA
Celebrity, Professional Athlete will be used during demo. Athlete to be announced.


Myofascial Release

Part 1: Saturday, JUNE 12th - Sunday, JUNE 13th
Part 2: Saturday, JUNE 26th- Sunday, JUNE 27th
Part 3: Saturday, JULY 9th - Sunday, JULY 10th
Presenter: Avery Cotton
CEU's: 12 each part
Time: 9:30 - 5:00 each day with 1 1/2 hour lunch
Price: $350 per session, $900 for the series
*Classes are a prerequisite of one another
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Avery began his career in education teaching neuromuscular therapy and myofascial release early on at several massage schools in the Atlanta area. Avery is also the author of "Fascia Rehab Service" guide to myofascial rehabilitation techniques and has been a full-time practitioner in Atlanta since 1992.

Avery teaches this comprehensive, hands-on approach to myofacial release and craneosacral therapies to effectively and safely treat acute and chronic pain and dysfunction. The program encompasses clinical assessments, contraindications, treatments, and demonstrations with close student supervision. This ensures that the student will have the confidence and know how to immediately apply the skills learned in the class with consistent, effective results.


Reiki - First Degree

JULY 24-25, 2010
Presenter: Michael Coker
CEU's: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Price: $125
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

First Degree (Shoden) – Is the first step toward being an instrument of healing for yourself and others. After you are attuned to the healing power of Reiki, you can use the Divinely-guided Life Force Energy to effect a positive change in all aspects of your life. Use Reiki daily, on yourself and others, your plants, pets, the food you eat, and even your automobile. Discover the unlimited power of Reiki. In this course, you will receive the sacred attunements and both the cognitive and practical application skills commensurate with the First-Degree of the Usui Reiki System of Natural Healing.


Reiki - Second Degree

JULY 31 - AUGUST 1, 2010
Presenter: Michael Coker
CEU's: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Price: $150
*First Degree is a prerequisite for Second Degree
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Second Degree (Okuden) – Magnifies the power of Reiki. Here you will learn how to channel four times the amount of Reiki energy during a treatment. By bringing in more energy, you are able to effect a much more positive change more rapidly. Second-Degree includes special techniques for healing the mental and emotional bodies along with the physical body. You will also learn how to use Reiki from a distance, when you are unable to physically be present. In this course, you will receive the sacred attunements, both the cognitive and practical application skills and the sacred/esoteric symbols commensurate with the Second-Degree of the Usui Reiki System of Natural Healing.


Anatomical Manikin Sculpting

AUGUST 14-15, 2010
Presenter: Robyn Nadel
CEU’s: 12
Price: $195
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

This will be an advanced anatomy and physiology class where the learners will build the muscular system on a skeleton. The cost will include the skeleton and sculpting clay.


Oh, Not Another Chakra Energy Class

AUGUST 21-22, 2010
Presenter: Bob Heath
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday, 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Price: $125
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday
CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED!

Bob is a 21st Degree Initiate of Tibetan Kala-Chakra, Ava-lokitesh-vara (taken from the Dalai Lama), Vajra Kaliya, Reiki Master.

This is a beginning to intermediate level course on how to perceive and use energy as a functioning part of your practice. The first day will be a complete breakdown of the Chakra system, both as individual units and as a cohesive whole. For example, each Chakra has different sections. You will learn how to perceive this, balance it in one another, and how to balance it in our clients. You will learn how to apply these techniques through hands-on massage.

The second day, we will add crystal and stone energies to those techniques in a hands-on way. We will cover things like gridding, massage tools, setting up a room, and learning how to clean and charge crystals. You will learn to perceive which stones to use and how to apply them.


Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Pain Syndrome

AUGUST 28-29, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Kim Miller
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday, 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Price: $300
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

This course is designed to provide students with a good working knowledge of Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Pain Syndrome. All aspects of these syndromes will be explored and the student will have a specific treatment protocol for working on patients that present with either syndrome. The latest research will be presented and sent home with each student. Hands on application will be done including specific protocols for working on Fibromyalgia vs. Chronic Myofascial Pain Syndrome. This class is a must for all therapists wishing to understand Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Pain Syndrome. Dr. Miller specializes in treating patients in her offices with these syndromes and is a lecturer and publisher in this field. Dr. Miller was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia several years ago and has taken a special interest in taking care of patients that suffer from both syndromes.


Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage Part I

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Camden Clay
CEU’s: 6
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Price: $125
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

This 4-part series covers over 80 carefully chosen Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage and how to integrate them into a massage therapy routine on the massage table and massage chair when applicable. These postures are generally performed with the client fully clothed on a floor mat. All techniques are assisted stretching of fascia, tendons, ligaments and muscles at its best! Assisted Yoga is within the scope of Massage Therapy, focusing on connective tissue stretching which is very different from muscle massage. Expand your horizons!

Dr. Clay graduated from Life Chiropractic College in 1983. He has studied Thai Massage for over 19 years, including 4 trips to Thailand studying one-on-one with extraordinary Thai Massage Masters. Dr. Clay has taught 200 one-day Thai Massage Workshops over the past 16 years.

Prerequisites: Take Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage Part 1 or Part 2 or Part 3 in any order. Parts 1 and 2 are prerequisites for attending Part 4. Save $100 if you prepay for Parts 1 through 4!


Total Matrix Integration Systems: Core Balancing Bands and Advancd Kinesiology

SEPTEMBER 11-12, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Marc Ellis, Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center, assisted by Robyn Nadel
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Price: $195
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Do you ever notice that you fix everything you know to fix but the client still does not get any better?
In this class therapists will learn to asses muscles, joints, ligaments, tendons and fascia of the Pelvis and Spine.
You will learn;

Advanced Muscle Testing, Postural Assessment and Kinematics.
Myofascial release techniques that they can apply to fascia, ligaments, and tendons.
Short Lever Stretching techniques to correct the tone of the soft tissue surrounding the joints.

This information will allow the thereapist to get superior results with their most difficult clients. Therapists will be able to use this information on Monday morning!


Manual Lymphatic Drainage with the Dr. Vodder Institute

SEPTEMBER 11-12, 2010
Presenter: Bob Heath
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday, 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Price: $125
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

This is a beginning to intermediate level course on how to perceive and use energy as a functioning part of your practice.

    CLASS FULL!

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Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage Part II

SEPTEMBER 15, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Camden Clay
CEU’s: 6
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Price: $125
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

This 4-part series covers over 80 carefully chosen Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage and how to integrate them into a massage therapy routine on the massage table and massage chair when applicable. These postures are generally performed with the client fully clothed on a floor mat. All techniques are assisted stretching of fascia, tendons, ligaments and muscles at its best! Assisted Yoga is within the scope of Massage Therapy, focusing on connective tissue stretching which is very different from muscle massage. Expand your horizons!

Dr. Clay graduated from Life Chiropractic College in 1983. He has studied Thai Massage for over 19 years, including 4 trips to Thailand studying one-on-one with extraordinary Thai Massage Masters. Dr. Clay has taught 200 one-day Thai Massage Workshops over the past 16 years.

Prerequisites: Take Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage Part 1 or Part 2 or Part 3 in any order. Parts 1 and 2 are prerequisites for attending Part 4.


Refinements in Deep Tissue - A Comprehensive Look Toward Creating the "Ahhh"

SEPTEMBER 18-19, 2010
Presenter: Ted Schulte
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sunday 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Price: $159
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Ted taught at the Rising Spirit Institute (now Gwinnett College - Sandy Springs) for 10 years and was instrumental in developing their Swedish/Deep Tissue program. Ted has trained and certified therapists to become teachers and was their first recipient of the "Excellence in Massage Therapy Education" award in 2000.

Ted has a passion for showing therapists how to be more efficient in their technique for faster results.

He has trained under Don Scheumann; Paul St. John; Judith W. Delaney; Bruce Costello, DC; Laurie Craig; Robert Rutrick, DMD; John Barnes; David Palmer; and others.

He has also worked on professional athletes in the Arena Football League, professional ballet dancers, veterans, politicians, authors, singers, and actors.

Ted will show you new moves that you can easliy add to your existing skills and make your own. After taking this class, you will have new abilities to add to your practice Monday and get superior results!


Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage Part III

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Camden Clay
CEU’s: 6
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Price: $125
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

This 4-part series covers over 80 carefully chosen Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage and how to integrate them into a massage therapy routine on the massage table and massage chair when applicable. These postures are generally performed with the client fully clothed on a floor mat. All techniques are assisted stretching of fascia, tendons, ligaments and muscles at its best! Assisted Yoga is within the scope of Massage Therapy, focusing on connective tissue stretching which is very different from muscle massage. Expand your horizons!

Dr. Clay graduated from Life Chiropractic College in 1983. He has studied Thai Massage for over 19 years, including 4 trips to Thailand studying one-on-one with extraordinary Thai Massage Masters. Dr. Clay has taught 200 one-day Thai Massage Workshops over the past 16 years.

Prerequisites: Take Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage Part 1 or Part 2 or Part 3 in any order. Parts 1 and 2 are prerequisites for attending Part 4.


Body Linc Bands and Advanced Kinesiology

SEPTEMBER 25-26, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Marc Ellis, Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center, assisted by Robyn Nadel
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Price: $195
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

This class will be co-taught by two instructors who combined have over 30 years of experience in the field, Robyn Nadel, NMT and Dr. Marc Ellis.

Dr. Ellis will teach advanced Kinesiology. He will demonstrate the necessity of addressing muscles, joints, and fascia in order to create coordinated movement patterns. He will also teach how to test the function of small subunits of muscles. This is important because people check the entire muscle yet they will have injuries in that muscle which will not cause it to be weak since other areas are compensating. By checking the subunits you will accurately find which part of the muscle is injured and specifically treat that section.

This information will allow students to quickly detect what area of the body is not operating properly and how that region of dysfunction can affect other body areas.

Robyn Nadel will teach a unique system of core strength stability that she has developed.

Therapists will learn how to use Body Linc bands to stretch joints and at the same time exercise to create a profound degree of healing and stability. This is beneficial because it will cause more feedback to the brain, increased blood flow to the ligaments/tendons and more reflexes to cause a correction in muscle tone.

You will also learn how to massage the client while they are in these unique positions exercising. This combination of techniques facilitates healing in a manner that you have never seen before!!

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Reiki First Degree

SEPTEMBER 25-26, 2010
Presenter: Michael Coker
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Sunday, 1:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Price: $125
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

First Degree (Shoden) – Is the first step toward being an instrument of healing for yourself and others. After you are attuned to the healing power of Reiki, you can use the Divinely-guided Life Force Energy to effect a positive change in all aspects of your life. Use Reiki daily, on yourself and others, your plants, pets, the food you eat, and even your automobile. Discover the unlimited power of Reiki. In this course, you will receive the sacred attunements and both the cognitive and practical application skills commensurate with the First-Degree of the Usui Reiki System of Natural Healing.


Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage Part IV

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Camden Clay
CEU’s: 6
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Price: $125
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

This 4-part series covers over 80 carefully chosen Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage and how to integrate them into a massage therapy routine on the massage table and massage chair when applicable. These postures are generally performed with the client fully clothed on a floor mat. All techniques are assisted stretching of fascia, tendons, ligaments and muscles at its best! Assisted Yoga is within the scope of Massage Therapy, focusing on connective tissue stretching which is very different from muscle massage. Expand your horizons!

Dr. Clay graduated from Life Chiropractic College in 1983. He has studied Thai Massage for over 19 years, including 4 trips to Thailand studying one-on-one with extraordinary Thai Massage Masters. Dr. Clay has taught 200 one-day Thai Massage Workshops over the past 16 years.

>Prerequisites: Take Assisted Yoga Postures from Thai Massage Part 1 or Part 2 or Part 3 in any order. Parts 1 and 2 are prerequisites for attending Part 4.


CranioSacral Therapy

SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 3, 2010
Presenter: The Upledger Institute
CEU’s: 24
Price: $595 - before July 30, 2010
$695 - before August 30, 2010
$795 - after August 30, 2010
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday
Refunds: Tuition is fully refundable up to 30 days prior to a class less a $50 processing fee. No refunds will be given after September 14th.


By the end of this 4-day workshop you should be able to:
• Describe the scientific foundation and principles of CranioSacral Therapy - and why it's the key to relieving pain and dysfunction at their source
• Demonstrate finely tuned palpation skills you can rely on as highly sensitive and intuitive healthcare tools
• Identify the subtle craniosacral rhythm and interpret its patterns to accurately evaluate dysfunction and improvements
• Locate the source of physical problems by traveling through the fascial system, that complex web of tissue that impacts all body structures and systems
• Release dural tube restrictions to enhance interactions between the central nervous system and the rest of the body
• Use techniques that produce dramatic health and relaxation effects, including Direction of Energy and Still-Point Induction
Work with approaches to a number of common ailments such as TMJ dysfunction, head and neck pain, central nervous system disorders and many more
• Put a simple, effective 10-Step Protocol into practice right away
Prerequisite: Professional healthcare practitioner, student in healthcare program or graduate of awaiting licensure/accreditation.
• If you have never experienced CranioSacral Therapy for yourself, it is recommended, but not required, that you have a session prior to class.
This will help you gain valuable insights into how the technique works and what its effects are on the body. To find a CranioSacral Therapy practitioner in your area, click here.


Tian Di Bamboo Massage

OCTOBER 2-3, 2010
Presenter: Bonny Donnelly
CEU’s: 18
Time: Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Price: $375 ($350 if paid before September 15)
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Be one of the therapists your area to offer your clients the new and distinctly different massage and bodywork technique of Tian Di Bamboo Massage!

Let us train you (LMTs) in this unique style of massage that goes beyond the physical experience and touches the spirit of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water.

Boost your business by offering the latest bodywork modality: Tian Di Bamboo Massage-- known for its profound healing abilities.

Tian Di Bamboo Massage style combines Chinese Cupping and Gua Sha.

Only the Tian Di style uses 100% natural bamboo, hand crafted in various sizes of Cho sticks, (bamboo sticks) both smooth and capped, specifically designed to fit and work the body promoting health and wellness in an innovative way no other type of massage can!

Tian Di Bamboo Massage is :
• Approved by the NCBTMB, and FL Board of Massage for 18 "HANDS-ON, Live seminar" CEU’s.
• Receiving excellent reviews for the training workshop from around the country.
• Amazing clients with its exhilarating aspects while providing therapists with a technique that offers profound and significant client results with less stress and strain on their hands and fingers.
• Combines all 3 modalities on one class!

Bonny Donnelly is a Nationally Certified, and Licensed Massage Therapist in Florida, and Georgia (LMT, NCTMB), and a Reiki Master, since 2001. A certified Tian Di Bamboo Massage Instructor trained personally under Ernesto Ortiz, (Journey to the Heart Inc), she is looking forward to teaching many LMT's this innovative and highly therapeutic new work!


Subtle Muscle Testing

OCTOBER 6 AND OCTOBER 13, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Camden Clay
CEU’s: 12
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (both dates)
Price: $250
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Enhance your position as a muscle expert! Learn how to find weak muscles and make them strong within your scope of practice! Subtle Muscle Testing is a muscle palpation technique which quickly discovers subtle variations in muscle tone, between strong and weak parts of the muscles. This skill allows the Massage Therapist to focus his or her massage techniques where clients need them most, n weak parts of the muscles! Most people, even athletes have significant weakness in their muscles. These muscles are not weak because the person needs more exercise. These muscles are weak most often because of disruptions in the movement of blood, lymph, cerebral spinal fluid, nerve, and/or acupuncture meridian energy flow. Making weak muscles strong clinically validates your Massage Therapy procedures. Your clients will be amazed! This course also focuses on teaching clients how to maintain improvement of muscle strength with self-help stretching and self-help massage techniques.

Dr. Clay graduated from Life Chiropractic College in 1983. Dr. Clay is a master at finding weak muscles and making them strong. He has studied the art and science of muscle testing for the last 31 years. Dr. Clay has taught muscle testing regularly over the past 26 years.


Reiki Second Degree

OCTOBER 9-10, 2010
Presenter: Michael Coker
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Sunday, 1:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Price: $150
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Second Degree (Okuden) – Magnifies the power of Reiki. Here you will learn how to channel four times the amount of Reiki energy during a treatment. By bringing in more energy, you are able to effect a much more positive change more rapidly. Second-Degree includes special techniques for healing the mental and emotional bodies along with the physical body. You will also learn how to use Reiki from a distance, when you are unable to physically be present. In this course, you will receive the sacred attunements, both the cognitive and practical application skills and the sacred/esoteric symbols commensurate with the Second-Degree of the Usui Reiki System of Natural Healing.


SaJiDo: The Healing Energy of Martial Arts

OCTOBER 9-10, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Marc Ellis, Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sunday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Price: $350
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Martial Artists were always skilled healers. They understood the way the body worked and had to know how to promote healing in their students to ensure they could continue to train. Healing Arts and Martial Arts both require precise anatomical knowledge combined with the ability to identify and manipulate pinpoint sized somatic disruptions. Dr. Marc Ellis will demonstrate the skills of advanced body mechanics he has developed over the last 25yrs of Martial Arts Training that will enable you to:
Make your hands and finger tips stronger.
Get better results with your clients without wearing down your body
Use your body weight to your full advantage.
Develop increased sensitivity skills to feel subtle changes for precise body integration

Your palpation skills will be finely tuned enabling you to know precisely at what angle to manipulate the fascia and muscles to facilitate healing.

These skills will take diligence and patience to develop. Everyone who takes this class will leave with better body mechanics, palpation skills and an understanding of how force flows through people. Perfecting these skills will be a journey that will last a lifetime and produce rewarding results!

The class size will be limited to 20 students.

Note: This class involves pressure points techniques and stretching ligaments to move the entire body. There will be SOME pain involved with these deep tissue massage skills.


Total Matrix Integration Systems: Ligament and Tendon Fascial Treatments Plus Muscle Testing

OCTOBER 16-17, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Marc Ellis, Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sunday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Price: $195
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Do you ever notice that you fix everything you know to fix but the client still does not get any better?
In this class therapists will learn to asses muscles, joints, ligaments, tendons and fascia of the Pelvis and Spine.
They will learn:

Advanced Muscle Testing, Postural Assessment and Kinematics.
Myofascial release techniques that they can apply to fascia, ligaments, and tendons.
Short Lever Stretching techniques to correct the tone of the soft tissue surrounding the joints.
This information will allow the therapist to get superior results with their most difficult clients. Therapists will be able to use this information Monday Morning!


Total Matrix Integration Systems: Ligament and Tendon Fascial Treatments Plus Muscle Testing

OCTOBER 16-17, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Marc Ellis, Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sunday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Price: $195
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

Do you ever notice that you fix everything you know to fix but the client still does not get any better?
In this class therapists will learn to asses muscles, joints, ligaments, tendons and fascia of the Pelvis and Spine.
They will learn:

Advanced Muscle Testing, Postural Assessment and Kinematics.
Myofascial release techniques that they can apply to fascia, ligaments, and tendons.
Short Lever Stretching techniques to correct the tone of the soft tissue surrounding the joints.
This information will allow the therapist to get superior results with their most difficult clients. Therapists will be able to use this information Monday Morning!


Total Matrix Integration Systems: Short Lever Stretchin of the Torso

OCTOBER 23-24, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Marc Ellis, Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center
CEU’s: 12
Time: Saturday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sunday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Price: $195
Location: Gwinnett College – Sandy Springs
Contact: Joann Garmon at (770)381-7200, Monday through Friday

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