Barefoot Floor Fundamentals

This class is perfect for massage therapists who want to to explore the world of barefoot massage while keeping their feet on the ground. You'll learn barefoot Thai massage techniques for the lower body and upper extremities (applied over the sheet or clothing) and ashiatsu techniques with cream/oil for the upper back, neck and shoulders. In class we will practice on mats on the floor but the sequence works flawlessly on a massage table lowered all the way to the ground. We reserve a generous amount of time during class to discuss this easy set up and make sure you feel confident to start practicing before you leave. Tuition includes photo manual and access to study videos to use in your practice sessions after class.

Instructor Charlene Gaffney has been a licensed massage therapist for 21+ years and has over 18 years of teaching experience in both entry-level and continuing education environments. She is a registered instructor with the Thai Healing Alliance International, a Certified Massage and Bodywork Educator with the AFMTE and the founder/curriculum specialist for Elevate Massage Training. She has studied Thai massage and ashiatsu extensively with many reputable teachers in the US and Thailand and has led annual Thailand Study Tours for LMTs since 2016.

Approved in TN, AL, GA, FL, IN, MO, and all states that accept the NCTMB credential  (#451520-10)

We report to CE Broker

MS Approved Provider #92 Program #592

This is a live training event in Memphis, TN with instructor Charlene Gaffney

Prerequisite: Licensed Massage Therapist (you will be asked to provide your license # and state)

Supplies:

Pen and paper for taking notes

Soft, clean feet with smooth toenails

Rubber shoes/flip flops that are easy to wipe down and sanitize

Spray bottle with alcohol 

3 hand towels

3 full size flat sheets

The face rest and face pillow from your massage table

3 face rest covers

Bolster for use under ankles/knees

Blanket (optional)

3 King Size pillowcases (no pillows)

An extra bag for dirty linens

Waist Holster with Lubricant

Wear pants cropped at the ankle or knee, loose, comfortable clothing is a MUST

Water and Snacks

*Please do not come to class if you or someone you have been around recently is sick, running a fever or experiencing symptoms of illness.

We are located on the northeast corner of Kirby/Poplar on the first floor of the Forum 1 Building.  *Sometimes the GPS will identify the city as Germantown 38138. Please park and enter through the north (front) entrance. There is a Kroger grocery store across the street and many restaurants in walking distance or a short drive to/from training facility.

For out of town students : The training facility is located in the main business district of East Memphis on the border of the city of Germantown. Any search for lodging in the 38138, 38120 and 38119 zip codes will put you within a short drive. The Hilton Garden Inn of Germantown is the closest and across the street. The airport is approx. 11 miles. Downtown is approx. 20 miles.