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The "Certified Massage Therapist" Curriculum

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Asian Techniques
Several popular techniques of ANMA massage are combined to create a fluid and effective massage which integrates effectively with western techniques. Learn universal principles used in Asian systems. Develop hand, touch and sensitivity skills unique to Asian massage. Apply therapy using basic acupoint massage techniques.

Practice manipulations and stretches unique to Asian modalities. Learn to apply these techniques for overall wellness enhancement, pain reduction and improved mobility.

Students will learn massage techniques from Asian massage systems and will learn how to integrate these techniques into massage routines.

Students will learn some basic Asian theory and will learn massage techniques from Anma such as lifting, rolling, pressing, lift and roll, lift and press, palmar rotations, pincing, skin rolling and pressure point techniques as applied to the legs, arms, back neck face and feet.