January 22, 2006 INTRODUCTION TO PREGNANCY MASSAGE
Taught by Dionne Spears, ND Sunday class 12 – 4pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 4 CE Contact Hours $75/RSI Friends $25

January 29, 2006 NATIONAL CERTIFICATION BOARD EXAM REVIEW
Taught by Carol Hainline Sunday class 9am – 6pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 8 CE Contact Hours $110/RSI Friends & Students $95
Now that you are certified, it's time to get the credential that enhances your credibility and is necessary for massage licensure in Georgia. Participants will take with them a greater sense of organization and preparedness to focus their studies, as well as confidence to pass the exam. In the unlikely event that you do not pass the exam after taking this Review, you may retake the class once, free of charge, within 6 months of the initial exam date.

February 12, 2006 NICHE MARKETING
Taught by Maureen Grimes Sunday class 12 – 3pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 3 CE Contact Hours $99/RSI Friends $79
If you are entering a highly competitive market, where the field is crowded and your service is easily available to the general public, then Niche Marketing is for you. In this workshop you will learn how to identify the specifics that make you unique amongst the competition. You will learn how to identify and market to niche markets. Marketers know that “20% of buyers consume 80% of product or service volume”. You will learn how to find that 20%. You will learn how demographics, psychographics, lifestyles, belief and value systems and life stages identify a niche market.
Maureen Grimes has taught on the high school and university levels for many years. She was the first direct marketing instructor at Emory University and taught business development at Georgia State University. She has been a professional writer/panelist at Kennesaw State University and has been published locally, nationally and internationally. She has written twelve financial and business development workbooks. Maureen has owned Grimes & Associates since 1991. She is a marketing and communications strategist.

February 12 & 19, 2006 HARA (ABDOMINAL) DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT
Taught by MiMi Dupre, OMD Sunday classes 12 - 6pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 12 CE Contact Hours $180/ RSI Friends $150
The Hara is considered to be the 'center' in Oriental Medicine. It is the energetic area where Qi (chi) moves between the kidneys. This class will introduce palpation techniques to asses the health of the Hara and the
acupressure points to "clear" the Hara. A balanced Hara supports immunity by improving digestion and assimilation. This protocol has been known to relieve many digestive disorders and can sometimes be so effective that the need for colon hydrotherapy may be avoided. As we will be deeply palpating the abdomen, a large meal before class should be avoided. Please bring several small snacks to consume throughout the day.

Feb. 19, Mar. 19, Apr. 9, May 21 “WOMB WELLNESS” PRE/PERINATAL MASSAGE CERTIF.
Taught by Dionne Spears, ND and Abbey Brewer Sunday classes 9 – 6pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 32 CE Contact Hours $625/RSI Friends $525
Payment plans available. One of the most popular specialties in bodywork is Pregnancy Massage. This Certification course is focused on reducing the mother’s pain and discomfort before, during and after childbirth. Each class will discuss prenatal anatomy and trimester appropriate techniques for maternal positioning. In addition, you will learn Pre-natal yoga techniques to teach your clients. Participants will also learn post-partum and infant massage techniques. Training will be given in the various aspects of helping the pregnant client; addressing special needs, common discomforts, natural and medicated births in the hospital, birthing center or home environment. Participants will have reading assignments and journal entries to submit. There will also be a written and practical examination to complete certification.
Carole Osborne-Sheets’ manual, Peri- and Pre-natal Massage is included.
Dionne Spears, ND, NMT is an RSI graduate and clinic supervisor. Dionne received additional certification for pregnancy massage from Carole Osborn Sheets. She has worked extensively with Felecia Dawson, MD assisting the establishment of the first massage practice associated with Emory Crawford Long Hospital. She has appeared on several news programs and in local newspapers highlighting pregnancy massage. She is a Naturopath with a focus on women’s health, a certified Labor and Delivery Douhla. In addition, she serves as the program director for “The Free Birth Project”, a non-profit program offering alternative information and classes to expectant mothers.
Abbey Brewer, NMT, NCTMB is an RSI graduate and instructor. She has been featured in television stories and is considered “the queen of finding your perfect birthing position”. She has been involved in pregnancy massage and birthing assistance for years. She is certified and has taught pre-natal/post-natal yoga since 1999. She has attended numerous births in hospitals and home settings providing labor support, massage and education.

Begins February 23, 2006 AROMATHERAPY FOUNDATION COURSE
Taught by Roz Zollinger Thursday classes either 10am - 1pm or 7 – 10pm
Held at the HEAL Center Class meets one time per week (3 hours) for 16 weeks.
$70 Discount for RSI Friends $725 (payment plan available)
For Registration or Questions – contact Roz @ The HEAL Center - 404-303-0007
This 48 hour program includes the study of over 60 essential oils, their therapeutic/ emotional properties, blending oils, sprays, lotions and bath salts, intro to basic A&P of the body systems as they relate to aromatherapy, case studies, abdominal massage/castor oil packs, sinus drainage work and more.
Roz Zollinger is known nationally and internationally for her work and instruction in aromatherapy and reflexology. She has more than 21 years of experience in the practice and teaching of these modalities. Roz developed the Zollinger “BodySystems Method of Reflexology/Aromatherapy” and is founder and director of the Heal Center in Sandy Springs. She is regional director of the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) and co-founder of Georgia Reflexology Organization (GRO)

February 26, 2006 POST-ISOMETRIC RELAXATION (PIR) TECHNIQUE–UPPER BODY
Taught by Dr. Fred Fritsch Sunday class 12 – 6 pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 6 CE Contact Hour $95/ RSI Friends $70
Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) Technique is one of the simplest and most effective Muscle Release Techniques. PIR technique will rapidly release spasms, hypertonicity and reflex compensations in muscles. The technique also lengthens fascia and allows the muscles to return to their proper resting length. Additionally, PIR technique is a quick and effective way to increase range of motion and reduce chronic pain and myofascial restrictions and restore normal biomechanical function. This hands-on course will clarify the confusion between different types of stretching and muscle relaxation techniques. Participants will gain a working knowledge of the technique in order to rapidly evaluate their client's chronic myofascial restrictions and compensations. Participants will then utilize PIR technique to improve pain-free range of motion and biomechanical function. Course includes easy-to-follow Manual with photos demonstrating each technique.
Dr. Fred Fritsch is the Developer of Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) Techniques for Bodyworkers’ Seminars. He utilizes PIR extensively in his private practice to augment Chiropractic, NeuroMuscular Therapy and Rehabilitation. Dr. Fritsch is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Life Chiropractic University in Atlanta, Georgia. He has a successful sports chiropractic practice in Woodstock, Georgia. Additionally, he is certified in Care of Elite Professional Athletes (CEPA), Nationally certified NeuroMuscular Therapist (NMT), Instructor at Rising Spirit Institute of Natural Health, Sports Chiropractor for 2000 Guatemalan Olympic team in Sydney, Australia, Two-time USA Olympic Bobsled team competitor, and former US Navy SEAL.


March 5, 2006 UNIQUE SELLING PROPOSAL (USP) DEVELOPMENT
Taught by Maureen Grimes Sunday class 12 – 3:30pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 3.5 CE Contact Hours $129/RSI Friends $99
This workshop is for anyone entering into business or developing an existing one. A Unique Selling Proposal (USP) is the single most important and compelling reason that people will choose to do business with you instead of your competition. In developing your USP, you will clearly learn what differentiates you. You will learn how to think of yourself as a unique leader in your industry by identifying the qualities, values and characteristics that appeal to the consumer. You will identify your strengths, and your weaknesses, so that you can capitalize on both.

March 19, 2006 POST-ISOMETRIC RELAXATION (PIR) TECHNIQUE – LOWER BODY
Taught by Dr. Fred Fritsch Sunday class 12 – 6 pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 6 CE Contact Hours $95/ RSI Friends $70

March 20, 2006 THAI MASSAGE Part 1
April 24, 2006 THAI MASSAGE Part 2
June 5, 2006 THAI MASSAGE Part 3
September 11, 2006 THAI MASSAGE Part 4
October 16, 2006 THAI MASSAGE Part 5
Taught by Dr. Camden Clay Monday classes 9am – 4pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 6 CE Contact Hours $100 per module
RSI faculty may attend any workshop taught by Dr. Clay @ RSI, at no charge.
You may attend Parts 1-4 in any order. Part 5 prerequisite - all of Parts 1-4
This 5 day series covers over 100 carefully chosen assisted yoga postures from Thai Massage and how to integrate them into a massage therapy routine on the table when applicable. Traditionally, Thai Massage stretches are performed with the client fully clothed on a floor mat. This is assisted stretching of muscle fascia, tendons and ligaments at its best! Assisted yoga is within the soft tissue scope of massage therapy, focusing on connective tissue stretching, which is very different from muscle massage.
Dr. Camden Clay graduated from Life Chiropractic College in 1983. He has studied Thai Massage for over 15 years, including 4 trips to Thailand studying one-on-one with extraordinary Thai Massage Masters. Dr. Clay has taught over 140 Thai Massage Workshops over the past 12 years. For more information: Call Dr. Clay at 404.808.4280. www.camdenclay.com

March 24, 2006 INSURANCE BILLING FOR MEDICAL MASSAGE
Taught by Maria Chah Friday class 1pm – 7:30pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 6 Category A National Board Credits $85/ RSI Friends $70
This is a presentation designed for the licensed massage therapist to do 3rd party billing and collect compensation for medically necessary prescribed procedures. The primary focus is to educate the practitioner on how to obtain physician referrals and keep proper records required for patient file documentation and legal representation. The intention of this training is to initiate a start-up system for the medical massage entrepreneur. Manual included.
Maria Chah is a respected national lecturer on Advanced Massage Techniques and Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System. She has been a licensed massage therapist since 1993. Maria is a Reiki Master and certified in Shiatsu, Thai and Medical massage. She is a Rising Spirit instructor in MusculoSkeletal Anatomy & Kinesiology and Business Mastery.

March 26 & 27, 2006 MEDICAL MASSAGE
Taught by Maria Chah Sunday & Monday classes 9am – 5:30pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 16 Category A National Board Credits $200/ RSI Friends $150
Medical massage is a program designed to help therapist develop a pain management and soft tissue rehabilitation massage practice. The course will provide specific knowledge for treatment of Musculoskeletal injuries deemed medically necessary. Watch your practice grow by learning how to work smarter not harder working with patients by prescription through doctor referrals. The techniques offered will also enhance your performance in both prescribed and non-prescribed massage treatments. Manual is included.
Maria Chah is a respected national lecturer on Advanced Massage Techniques and Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System. She has been a licensed massage therapist since 1993. Maria is a Reiki Master and certified in Shiatsu, Thai and Medical massage. She is a Rising Spirit instructor in MusculoSkeletal Anatomy & Kinesiology and Business Mastery.


Apr 9 & 23, May 7 & 21, 2006 ACUPRESSURE
Taught by MiMi Dupre, OMD Sunday classes 12 - 6pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 24 CE Contact Hours $380/ RSI Friends $325
Text will be provided by the instructor at an additional fee of $35.00
This in-depth class will teach you the application, point locations and prescriptions to treat many common conditions you encounter in a clinical setting. The participant will learn the 4 command points, the 8 influential points, the Front Mu (Alarm) points and about 60 body points and their energetics. The protocols will focus on pain relief, range of motion, edema reduction, yin/yang imbalances, stress relief, and emotional balance.

April 30, 2006 MYOFASCIAL RELEASE- Part I
Taught by Chris Bottoms Sunday class 12 - 6 pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 6 CE Contact Hours $95/ RSI Friends $70
MFR I: This class will teach participants the fundamentals of Myofascial Release Therapy. They will learn MFR common terminology and the 4 key elements for correct fascial release techniques. You will learn how to identify scar tissue and locate Myofascial restrictions. You will also learn how to incorporate MFR into an existing practice. MFR I & II are prerequisites for MFR III.
Chris Bottoms is a graduate of Rising Spirit Institute of Natural Health. He holds multiple certifications in Myofascial Release, trained by John F. Barnes, PT, founder of Myofascial Release. The International Academy of Neuromuscular Therapy (IANMT) certifies Chris as a Neuromuscular Therapist. Chris is also certified through the National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT) and recognized as a personal strength trainer. Chris is a faculty member at Rising Spirit Institute.

June 4, 2006 EASTERN NUTRITION
Taught by MiMi Dupre, OMD Sunday class 12 - 4pm
Held at RSI Cobb Campus Investment for 4 CE Contact Hours $75/RSI Friends $25
Based on the 5 Element Theory of Oriental Medicine, this practical approach to food as medicine supports the understanding of your constitution and areas of disharmony, deficiency or excess. The focus will be on the 5 flavors, how they help or harm us, when to use spices, and food combining. You will learn to better understand your condition and the best /worst dietary choices for that condition.