Following is a list of offerings in subjects different from yet supportive of advanced study in Esalen Massage and bodywork. We encourage you to experience as many of our teachers as possible in order to expand your knowledge and find your passion as bodyworkers!
Arthur Munyer - Trigger Point
Trigger Point massage is the movement of myofascial tissue by
means of soft, deep contact with pressure points. These points are
actually an interrelated network which form a focus of pain and
emotional discomfort in our bodies. Through awareness and skilled
touch these points may be stimulated by applying pressure which
releases the muscle tension. Contact in Carmel, California (831)
625 0337.
Christine Price - Gestalt Practice
Chris Price is one of the most experienced and widely respected Gestalt practitioners currently teaching at Esalen., and her work would enrich that of anyone seriously involved in the healing professions. The kind of awareness developed within this work is fundamental to the self healing process on all levels, and therefore of particular interest to bodywork practitioners. Contact in Germany: Marion Golla (05361) 276050.
Perry Holloman - Deep Tissue Work with Somatic Integration®
This work focuses on freeing the deep connective tissues of
the body. These deeper physical structures become hard, inflexible
and lifeless as a result of the defensive armoring caused through
stress, trauma, and suppressing the capacity to feel. Learning to
guide clients through the emotional and energetic processes often
released through this work will be one of our priorities. Contact
in Germany: Marion Golla (05361) 276050.
Dean Marson - Body Meditations
Body Meditations offers an accessible approach to self-care which incorporates meditation, self massage and gentle movements. Learning to listen to and and care for your own body can awaken you to a profound knowledge of the somatic world, enhancing your ability to connect deeply with those you touch and giving you practical tools to share with your clients. Dean offers Body Meditations at Esalen Dec. 1-3, 2000 and in Japan in March 2001. Contact in U.S.A.: Esalen Institute (831) 667-3005.
Char Pias - PiaSomatics
This work focuses on integrating bodywork with energy healing and an inquiry into the Chakra system. This primarily experiential workshop is appropriate for beginners as well as professionals.
EMBA Approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)
Some Esalen Massage and Bodywork Association courses have been approved by the NCBTMB to provide Category A Continuing Education Programming. This is especially relevant to massage therapists who are already certified with the NCBTMB who need to have continuing education units to keep their status active. This designation will increase the visibility of the EMBA in the largest massage association in the United States.
