Workshops
NWSAM Foundational Level Certification Bundle Mesa- December 2024
What does the Arizona Large Animal Massage or Arizona Small Animal Massage Bundle Include?
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200 Hour Foundation Level Massage Online Course
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5 Day Foundation Level Massage Practical in Arizona this December!
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2 Day Biomechanics and Stretching Clinic in Arizona this December!
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Equine or Canine Systems Anatomy Online Course
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BONUS! Business Practices for Animal Massage Professionals FREE!
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BONUS! Bi-Monthly ZOOM calls with an NWSAM Instructor starting 9/17
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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.
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:
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Myofascial Restoration: Shoulder Girdle & Upper Extremity - Mesa
November 8th - November 10th 2025 , 10am-6pmThis class will take an in depth look at theories and practice of fascia and myofascial restoration.
CE Hours: 24 Cost: $575 , $475 (Early Bird through Nov 1st)
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Massage for Injury Rehab: Low Back Lower Cross Syndrome Mesa- November 2025 - Mesa
November 14th 2025, 9am-4pmThis 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
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Introduction to Essential Oils Mesa - November 2025 - Mesa
November 15th 2025, 10am-1pmThis class will give you an introduction to the incredible world of essential oils so that you can use them with confidence. Top 7 oils covered to get you started right away. Tuition includes handbook, "Introduction to Essential Oils."
CE Hours: 3 Cost $75
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Cupping with Care Mesa - November 2025 - Mesa
November 15th 2025, 2pm-6pmThis class gives you a solid introduction to cupping therapy as a soft tissue technique. You will get an overview of the methods and why they are used. Learn about the history, the cups themselves, the indications and contraindications, and how to use cupping on your clients. Cups are provided as part of your tuition.
CE Hours: 4 Cost $95
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Aromatherapy for Mental Health Mesa - November 2025 - Mesa
November 16th 2025, 10am-1pmTake an aromatic journey through the world of essential oils and discover which ones support excitatory neurotransmitters (like dopamine) and inhibitory neurotransmitters (like serotonin) naturally so that you can support your brain’s desire to maintain homeostasis. Learn how you can use essential oils to help decrease your client’s stress level during session—as well as your own.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $75
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Facial Beauty with Gua Sha Mesa - November 2025 - Mesa
November 16th 2025, 2pm-6pmStudents will learn the Traditional Chinese Medicine modality Gua Sha which is used to invoke circulatory movement of blood and Qi in the facial tissue. Indications and contraindications along with how to use a Gua Sha Tool will be demonstrated with plenty of time to practice in class. A jade Gua Sha tool set is included with tuition.
CE Hours: 4 Cost $95
December:
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Advanced MLD - Management of Post Plastic Surgery Procedures Mesa-December 2025 - Mesa
December 5th - December 7th 2025 , 8am - 5pmPresented 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
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Neck, Head and Face Mesa-December 2025 - Mesa
December 6th 2025, 9am-12pmKinesiology 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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Complete Lymphedema Certification- Mesa December 2025 - Mesa
December 6th - December 14th 2025 , 8-7pm daily -
Developmental Psychology and our Chakra System Mesa - December 2025 - Mesa
December 13th - December 14th 2025 , 9:30am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayIn 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:
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Level 1: Thai Massage Essentials Mesa - January 2026 - Mesa
January 17th - January 18th 2026 , 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayEntire 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
February:
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Working with Eating Disorders as a Bodyworker Mesa - February 2026 - Mesa
February 21st 2026, 10am-2pmThis 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.
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Working with PTSD as a Bodyworker Mesa - February 2026 - Mesa
February 22nd 2026, 10am-2pmThis 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.
March:
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The Essentials of Massage and Pregnancy Mesa - March 2026 - Mesa
March 21st 2026, 10-4:30PMNot 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.
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Reiki Level 1 Mesa - March 2026 - Mesa
March 22nd 2026, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis 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.
April:
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Essentials of Cranial-Sacral Mesa - April 2026 - Mesa
April 18th 2026, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis 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.
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Cranial-Sacral Part II Mesa- April 2026 - Mesa
April 19th 2026, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayA 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.
May:
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Developmental Psychology and our Chakra System Mesa - May 2026 - Mesa
May 16th - May 17th 2026 , 9:30am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayIn 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.