Course Objectives
You Will Learn to:
• Define the kinetic chain and how it is used in kinetic massage
• List the 3 types of levers and demonstrate their applications for massage
• Utilize joint movement to improve range of motion
• Employ kinetic energy as a method of massage
• Demonstrate the use of the mechanical advantage to prevent therapist injury
• Apply counter movement, myofascial release, and compression to clear restrictions
Introduction to Kinessage® Course Curriculum:
INTRODUCTION
PLATFORMS OF KINESSAGE®
• The Kinetic Chain
• Joint Movement, Planes, and Degrees
• Levers, Fulcrums and Force: the Mechanical (and Therapist's) Advantage
for Effective Therapy and Injury Prevention
• Counter Movement: Push Me/Pull You
• Physiology of Tissue Release Through Kinessage®
KINESSAGE® HANDS-ON LAB – PUTTING IT TOGETHER - (4 Hours hands-on)
• Head and Neck - Demonstration & Lab
• Shoulder, Arm & Hand - Demonstration & Lab
• Hip, Leg, & Foot - Demonstration & Lab
You Will Learn to:
• Define the kinetic chain and how it is used in kinetic massage
• List the 3 types of levers and demonstrate their applications for massage
• Utilize joint movement to improve range of motion
• Employ kinetic energy as a method of massage
• Demonstrate the use of the mechanical advantage to prevent therapist injury
• Apply counter movement, myofascial release, and compression to clear restrictions
Introduction to Kinessage® Course Curriculum:
INTRODUCTION
PLATFORMS OF KINESSAGE®
• The Kinetic Chain
• Joint Movement, Planes, and Degrees
• Levers, Fulcrums and Force: the Mechanical (and Therapist's) Advantage
for Effective Therapy and Injury Prevention
• Counter Movement: Push Me/Pull You
• Physiology of Tissue Release Through Kinessage®
KINESSAGE® HANDS-ON LAB – PUTTING IT TOGETHER - (4 Hours hands-on)
• Head and Neck - Demonstration & Lab
• Shoulder, Arm & Hand - Demonstration & Lab
• Hip, Leg, & Foot - Demonstration & Lab
Introduction to Kinessage® Massage Through Movement Course - 8 CE hrs.
In this one day introduction, learn the science behind the method, how to use movement (yours and your cliient's),
and myofascial release to save your body and your energy while becoming a more effective therapist.
In this one day introduction, learn the science behind the method, how to use movement (yours and your cliient's),
and myofascial release to save your body and your energy while becoming a more effective therapist.
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Prerequisites:
An eager mind to learn to work in a completely different way! Familiarity with myofascial release is helpful but not
necessary.
Come Equipped - Class Requirements:
1. Exercise Ball
Ready for fun? Seated work is done on an exercise ball. Choose and BRING ONE that is firmly inflated and height
appropriate for you with your forearms relaxed on the table.
NOTE: Because Kinessage® employs a number of other leverage advantages, table height is higher than for traditional
deep tissue work - usually a notch or two. Example: I'm 5'4" and use a 65 cm ball. (Yay! No more bending over too low a
table:)
2. Table
Kinessage® uses movement and takes maximum advantage of your table to save your body. It is not done or the floor or
a hotel writing table. If you're flying in for the course, you're exempt from bringing a table and get to make a new friend
with someone who drove.
3. Linens, beach-size towel and lotion
What is done on the floor, are the Kinessage® Self Care exercises. You can use one of your sheets if you prefer, but be
ready to stretch and feel in your own body the benefits you'll be giving your clients.
An eager mind to learn to work in a completely different way! Familiarity with myofascial release is helpful but not
necessary.
Come Equipped - Class Requirements:
1. Exercise Ball
Ready for fun? Seated work is done on an exercise ball. Choose and BRING ONE that is firmly inflated and height
appropriate for you with your forearms relaxed on the table.
NOTE: Because Kinessage® employs a number of other leverage advantages, table height is higher than for traditional
deep tissue work - usually a notch or two. Example: I'm 5'4" and use a 65 cm ball. (Yay! No more bending over too low a
table:)
2. Table
Kinessage® uses movement and takes maximum advantage of your table to save your body. It is not done or the floor or
a hotel writing table. If you're flying in for the course, you're exempt from bringing a table and get to make a new friend
with someone who drove.
3. Linens, beach-size towel and lotion
What is done on the floor, are the Kinessage® Self Care exercises. You can use one of your sheets if you prefer, but be
ready to stretch and feel in your own body the benefits you'll be giving your clients.
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Course Includes:
- One day training in Intro to Kinessage®
with one-on-one hands-on attention - Graphically-rich, detailed student manual
- Complete course protocol dvd
- Certificate of Completion
- 8 NCBTMB Continuing Education Credits
Tuition Investment for Introduction to Kinessage® Course: $215
if registration is received 21 days in advance- $50=$165
if registration is received 21 days in advance- $50=$165