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NWSAM Foundational Level Certification Bundle Mesa- December 2024

What does the Arizona Large Animal Massage or Arizona Small Animal Massage Bundle Include?

  1. 200 Hour Foundation Level Massage Online Course

  2. 5 Day Foundation Level Massage Practical in Arizona this December!

  3. 2 Day Biomechanics and Stretching Clinic in Arizona this December!

  4. Equine or Canine Systems Anatomy Online Course

  5. BONUS! Business Practices for Animal Massage Professionals FREE!

  6. BONUS! Bi-Monthly ZOOM calls with an NWSAM Instructor starting 9/17

  7. Optional Field Trip to Sedona for First Level Reiki Attunement (Free Training / Transportation and Meals not included)

Why Enroll in the Bundle?

$3750 VALUE  ONLY $2999!!

Save Money!     Accelerate Your Learning!      Free Bonuses!  Enjoy More Instruction with Bi-Monthly Zoom calls! 

 

Small Animal Foundation Massage Practical : December 16th- 20th, 2024

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Small Animal Foundation Massage Distance Learning Course.

Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Small Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.

This course focuses on maintenance massage and is the gateway to further studies in performance and rehabilitation massage.

During class you will work with a variety of animals under the supervision of your instructor. Guest speakers and field trips are often part of the class experience.

Cost of this course is $850, which includes materials and a $50 registration fee.

This practical will be our very first of the 2024 Academic Year and our first Foundation Level practical with our newest educational partner ASIS (Arizona School of Integrative Therapies).  We look forward to seeing you in sunny Arizona this winter!

 

Canine Biomechanics and Stretching - December 21st & 22nd, 2024

This course is for anyone interested in learning about how to assess the dog’s movement and the proper approach to stretching.

What you will learn during these two jam-packed days:

–Kinesiology of the major joints of the dog

-Passive Range of Motion Assessment (pROM) 

–Active Range of Motion Assessment (aROM)

-Three Barriers to ROM

-Gait Analysis and Biomechanic Evaluation

-Passive Repetitive Stretching

-Proper Static Stretching

-Muscle Activation Techniques

-How to Design a Stretching Program for your clients

(There is no online requirement for this course, all education will be in-person.  This class is open to all dog enthusiasts but a basic knowledge of external anatomy and major superficial muscles is helpful.)

To register, please copy and paste the URL below into your brower. 

Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Date/Time: December 16th - December 22nd 2024 , 9am to 5pm, with a lunch break midday
Location: Mesa Campus, 259 W. First Ave. Mesa, AZ 85201
Tuition: $2999
Payment Info: Students must register through the Northwest School of Animal Massage:  https://www.nwsam.com/ 
Prerequisite:
Registration Contact: 206-463-1425, https://www.nwsam.com/product/arizona-small-animal-foundation-massage-certification-bundle/
Continuing Education Credits: 50
To register for this workshop contact the email address listed in the description

Upcoming Workshops

2025:

November:

December:

  • Advanced MLD - Management of Post Plastic Surgery Procedures Mesa-December 2025 - Mesa

    December 5th - December 7th 2025 , 8am - 5pm

    Presented by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies - This course will assist therapists in developing treatment sequences and protocols specific to post surgery of Liposuction, Breast Surgeries, Tummy Tucks, and Brazilian Butt Lifts. This will include and discuss the techniques, contraindications, risk factors, and protocols related to these surgeries. 

    CE Hours: 28         Cost $1,100

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Neck, Head and Face Mesa-December 2025 - Mesa

    December 6th 2025, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order.  

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

  • Complete Lymphedema Certification- Mesa December 2025 - Mesa

    December 6th - December 14th 2025 , 8-7pm daily

    Presented by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies- This 135-hour course certifies therapists in the four components of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), which include Manual Lymph Drainage, Compression/Bandaging, Skin Care and Exercises. Participants first complete 45 hours of Home Study online, prior to attending the 90-hour live hands-on classroom time.

    CE Hours: 135 Hours

  • Developmental Psychology and our Chakra System Mesa - December 2025 - Mesa

    December 13th - December 14th 2025 , 9:30am-4:30pm, with a lunch break midday

    In this transformational class, you will walk away with the understanding of how your Chakra System is
    an energetic structure in which you can organize your life force.

    CE Hours: 13         Cost $270       

2026:

January:

  • Certification in Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder Technique) Mesa-January 2026 - Mesa

    January 7th - January 11th 2026 , 8am - 5pm

    Presented by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies - This course will assist therapists in developing treatment sequences for the management of edema of various geneses including post-traumatic and post-surgical edema; as well as several pathologies such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, migraines, chronic pain reduction, and others. 

    CE Hours: 40         Cost $1,250   

  • Level 1: Thai Massage Essentials Mesa - January 2026 - Mesa

    January 17th - January 18th 2026 , 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break midday

    Entire class is presented and practiced on a Thai floor mat. A basic introduction to Thai Massage that is suitable for new students.

    CE Hours: 12        Cost $360     **There is a service fee for all refunds

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Lower Leg Mesa- January 2026 - Mesa

    January 17th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order.  

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

February:

  • Massage for Injury Rehab: Low Back Lower Cross Syndrome Mesa- February 2026 - Mesa

    February 20th 2026, 9am-4pm

    This class will take an in depth look at injuries and massage techniques to support recovery of the low back, low cross syndrome

    CE Hours: 6           Cost$150

  • Working with Eating Disorders as a Bodyworker Mesa - February 2026 - Mesa

    February 21st 2026, 10am-2pm

    This class will take a look at how eating disorders can affect the body and massage considerations to support clients. 

    CE Hours: 4         Cost $120      **There is a service fee for all refunds.

  • Working with PTSD as a Bodyworker Mesa - February 2026 - Mesa

    February 22nd 2026, 10am-2pm

    This class will take a look at how stress affects the body and massage considerations to support clients. 

    CE Hours: 4         Cost $120       **There is a service fee for all refunds.

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Arm Mesa-February 2026 - Mesa

    February 28th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

March:

  • Bonacci Method of Regenerative Alignment: RegenAlign™ - Introduction- Mesa-March 2026 - Mesa

    March 6th - March 7th 2026 , March 6th 2pm-8pm/ March 7th 8am-2pm

    Specific Purpose: How to safely and effectively treat severe, acute and chronic, complicated pain and injury; how to differentiate between nerve-origin pain and musculoskeletal-origin pain, as well as identify multiple origins. Big Picture: The utilization of multiple thought processes, sciences and perspectives designed to optimize whole body integration necessary to ignite optimal healing environment for both the patient and physician. Prioritize and preserve safety and effectiveness in manual therapy that can be applied to all levels of massage.

  • Advanced MLD - Management of Post Plastic Surgery Procedures Mesa-March 2026 - Mesa

    March 20th - March 22nd 2026 , 8am - 5pm

    Presented by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies - This course will assist therapists in developing treatment sequences and protocols specific to post surgery of Liposuction, Breast Surgeries, Tummy Tucks, and Brazilian Butt Lifts. This will include and discuss the techniques, contraindications, risk factors, and protocols related to these surgeries. 

    CE Hours: 28         Cost $1,100

  • Massage for Injury Rehab: Low Back Lower Cross Syndrome Mesa- March 2026 - Mesa

    March 20th 2026, 9am-4pm

    This class will take an in depth look at injuries and massage techniques to support recovery of the low back, low cross syndrome

    CE Hours: 6           Cost$150

  • The Essentials of Massage and Pregnancy Mesa - March 2026 - Mesa

    March 21st 2026, 10-4:30PM

    Not wanting to specialize, but open to the occasional pregnant client? This course provides information for healthy, low-risk clients seeking pregnancy discomfort reduction.

    CE Hours: 6     Cost: $180    **There is a fee for all refunds.

  • Reiki Level 1 Mesa - March 2026 - Mesa

    March 22nd 2026, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break midday

    This class provides a working knowledge and techniques for Reiki Level I therapy. 

    CE Hours: 6         Cost $180      **There is a service fee for all refunds.

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Trunk Mesa-March 2026 - Mesa

    March 27th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order.  

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

April:

  • Massage for Injury Rehab: Low Back Lower Cross Syndrome Mesa- April 2026 - Mesa

    April 17th 2026, 9am-4pm

    This class will take an in depth look at injuries and massage techniques to support recovery of the low back, low cross syndrome

    CE Hours: 6           Cost$150

  • Essentials of Cranial-Sacral Mesa - April 2026 - Mesa

    April 18th 2026, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break midday

    This introductory class provides a working knowledge and techniques for Cranial-Sacral therpy. 

    CE Hours: 6         Cost $180   **There is a service fee for all refunds.

  • Cranial-Sacral Part II Mesa- April 2026 - Mesa

    April 19th 2026, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break midday

    A continuation of my Essentials of Cranial-Sacral class. A short review and then we will cover additional techniques that involve the following cranial and facial bones: ethmoid bone, zygoma, and the mandible. We will also be doing Cranial-Combos utilizing techniques from both trainings.

    CE Hours: 6         Cost $180   *There is a service fee for all refunds.

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Shoulder Mesa- April 2026 - Mesa

    April 25th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

May:

  • Certification in Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder Technique) Mesa-May 2026 - Mesa

    May 2nd - May 6th 2026 , 8am - 5pm

    Presented by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies - This course will assist therapists in developing treatment sequences for the management of edema of various geneses including post-traumatic and post-surgical edema; as well as several pathologies such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, migraines, chronic pain reduction, and others. 

    CE Hours: 40         Cost $1,250   

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Neck, Head and Face Mesa-May 2026 - Mesa

    May 15th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order.  

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

  • Developmental Psychology and our Chakra System Mesa - May 2026 - Mesa

    May 16th - May 17th 2026 , 9:30am-4:30pm, with a lunch break midday

    In this transformational class, you will walk away with the understanding of how your Chakra System is an energetic structure in which you can organize your life force.

    CE Hours: 13         Cost $390   *There is a service fee for all refunds.

  • Complete Lymphedema Certification- Mesa May 2026 - Mesa

    May 30th - June 7th 2026 , 8-7pm daily

    Presented by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies- This 135-hour course certifies therapists in the four components of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), which include Manual Lymph Drainage, Compression/Bandaging, Skin Care and Exercises. Participants first complete 45 hours of Home Study online, prior to attending the 90-hour live hands-on classroom time.

    CE Hours: 135 Hours

June:

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Hip Mesa- June 2026 - Mesa

    June 26th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

July:

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Arm Mesa-July 2026 - Mesa

    July 17th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

August:

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Trunk Mesa-August 2026 - Mesa

    August 15th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order.  

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

September:

  • Massage for Injury Rehab: Low Back Lower Cross Syndrome Mesa- September 2026 - Mesa

    September 11th 2026, 9am-4pm

    This class will take an in depth look at injuries and massage techniques to support recovery of the low back, low cross syndrome

    CE Hours: 6           Cost$150

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Shoulder Mesa- September 2026 - Mesa

    September 18th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

October:

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Neck, Head and Face Mesa- October 2026 - Mesa

    October 17th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order.  

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

  • Massage for Injury Rehab: Low Back Lower Cross Syndrome Mesa- October 2026 - Mesa

    October 23rd 2026, 9am-4pm

    This class will take an in depth look at injuries and massage techniques to support recovery of the low back, low cross syndrome

    CE Hours: 6           Cost$150

November:

  • Massage for Injury Rehab: Low Back Lower Cross Syndrome Mesa- November 2026 - Mesa

    November 13th 2026, 9am-4pm

    This class will take an in depth look at injuries and massage techniques to support recovery of the low back, low cross syndrome

    CE Hours: 6           Cost$150

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Hip Mesa- November 2026 - Mesa

    November 20th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   

December:

  • Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Lower Leg Mesa- December 2026 - Mesa

    December 12th 2026, 9am-12pm

    Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order.  

    CE Hours: 3         Cost $60   




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