Ashiatsu Certificate Fast Track Spring 2027

Step into a focused training path designed to prepare you to confidently add ashiatsu to your menu of services and support more clients with effective, deep massage applications applied using the feet and entire body while saving your hands!

Intensive Weeks 2027

(8am - 5pm each day)

March 4 - 6 Ashiatsu Sequence A (required)

March 7 - practice day (optional and strongly encouraged)

April 1 - 3 Ashiatsu Sequence B (required)

April 4 - practice day (optional and strongly encouraged)

May 6 - 8 Ashiatsu Therapeutics (required)

May 9 - practice day (optional and strongly encouraged)

Training is limited to 4 students in the class.

 *This training includes a total of 72 NCTMB approved CE credits and is MS Approved!

Ashiatsu Fast Track Training Focus

• safe, ergonomic set up of overhead bar system and treatment room

• the fundamentals of gravity-assisted bodywork 

• practitioner body mechanics and barefoot touch accuracy

• client prone, supine and side lying positions

• therapist seated and standing for technique application

• logical sequences of gliding, compression and stretching techniques for the entire body

• tools such as a hammock strap, bolsters, hot towels and heated pillows to improve session outcomes

• general principles for giving a balanced and flowing ashiatsu session with a meditative state of mind

• guidance for completing all requirements for the Ashiatsu Certificate of Endorsement with Elevate Massage Training (see details below)

Course Descriptions

Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage Sequence A, Sequence B, and Therapeutics are our three ashiatsu signature immersion courses. They are designed as a progressive training program and must be completed in order.

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✓ All courses utilize a massage table with securely mounted overhead bars, a flexible headrest and a stool situated at the head of the table.

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✓ Training includes lubricant-based barefoot massage, compression techniques, assisted stretching, professional sheet draping protocols and an integrated theoretical approach that includes both Western and Eastern concepts.

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✓ Sequence A focuses on one-foot standing and two-foot seated barefoot massage techniques for client prone and supine positions.

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✓ Sequence B and Therapeutics introduce advanced techniques, including a selection of two-foot standing applications for client prone and supine positions.

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✓ Therapeutics incorporates additional tools such as hammock straps, bolsters, and heated flaxseed pillows and introduces techniques for client in side lying position.

Bar Construction and Equipment

LMTs are guided through equipment requirements and bar construction procedures throughout the training. You will begin receiving instruction on how to properly set up your treatment room and install the overhead bars as soon as you sign up for training. You will also receive a set of six custom-made eyebolts as a part of your tuition! ($200 value)

Endorsement Certificate Requirements

​PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS :

To support real-world mastery, you will :

• Complete and document 20 ninety-minute Ashiatsu sessions outside of class

  • 10 sessions after Sequence A

  • 10 sessions after Sequence B

• Perform a supervised 90-minute session on an instructor or approved practitioner for direct feedback

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

To fully prepare you for professional practice, you will also :

• Set up and maintain a fully functional Ashiatsu treatment space following Elevate Massage Training guidelines (including proper bar system installation and safety considerations)

• Receive and evaluate a professional Ashiatsu session from an approved practitioner

• Complete online coursework, including quizzes, exams, case studies, and session design work as assigned by the instructor

Our endorsement program is assessment-based. This means that there are no annual fees or recertification requirements. We will teach you a set of skills then assess your proficiency through one-on-one evaluations and community interaction. Once all requirements are successfully completed, Licensed Massage Therapists receive the Elevate Certificate of Endorsement as an Ashiatsu Practitioner—signifying advanced, practice-ready competence in Ashiatsu bodywork. *To avoid confusion with the regulatory boards of the massage profession Elevate Massage Training uses the term endorsement instead of certification to describe the credential granted to licensed massage therapists who complete all the requirements of our advanced track of study.

Benefits of Completing the Ashiatsu Certificate Fast Track

• Confidence in using ashiatsu to customize sessions to meet the individual needs of your clients

• A professional reputation upgrade as an ashiatsu specialist

• A certificate for framing and displaying your credentials

• Advanced notice on new courses, study trips and retreats

• Community support and networking for your practice

• Mentorship and possible teach assist opportunities

About Elevate Ashiatsu Curriculum

All Elevate Massage Training curriculum has been developed by Charlene Gaffney.

Charlene's initial ashiatsu training started in 2012 with the AOBT/Deep Feet organization where she also trained and worked as an ashiatsu instructor under the guidance the founder, Ruthie Hardee. In 2017 Charlene began writing and teaching NCTMB approved ashiatsu classes for Elevate Massage Training that include her own unique style of ashiatsu based on her years in private practice, experience as a Registered Thai Massage Therapist and Instructor and nearly two decades of teaching experience in both the massage school and continuing education sectors of the industry.

Charlene is a licensed massage therapist, NCTMB approved CE provider and certified yoga instructor. She holds a bachelor degree in psychology and language arts and a masters degree in English/ESL. She is a registered therapist and instructor with the Thai Healing Alliance International, Certified Massage and Bodywork Educator with the AFMTE and the founder and curriculum specialist of Elevate Massage Training. She takes frequent trips to SE Asia since 2014 to continue her studies and organize/host Thailand Study Trips for licensed massage therapists.

Lineage/Teachers USA : Chuck Duff, Tanya Boigenzhan, Michael Buck, Nephyr Jacobsen, Pierce Salguero, David Wells, Bob Haddad , Ruthie Hardee and Mary-Claire Fredette (AOBT/Deep Feet)

Thailand : Suriyan Punyafoo, Sunshine School, Pichest Boonthumme, Loi Kroh School Chiang Mai, Therdchai Chumphoopong at The Fine Art of Thai Massage School, Ong's Thai Massage School, Old Medicine Hospital

Investment

The total cost of the the training is $2,400 for all three trainings, 72CE credits, course manuals, one set of 6 custom eyebolts, access to all assigned online coursework and optional practice days and a certificate of endorsement upon completion of all course requirements.

An initial payment of $800 is due to reserve your space in the training

Two additional payments of $800 are due on February 15th and March 31st