AMTA Utah Chapter

And Active Isolated Stretching

Marjorie Brook

Instructor: Marjorie Brook
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We are pleased to present Marjorie Brook, LMT.  Marjorie Brook has a BA in Communications, 11 years clinical experience as a New York State LMT and Certified Personal Trainer., she is a certified Infant Massage Instructor and was on staff at South Nassau Communities Hospital Parent Child Education Department for eight years.  Marjorie teaches both Infant Massage and Active Isolated Stretching for several Continuing Adult Education programs. She is the creator and Owner of A Kneaded Break Stress Management Company, which offers on-site massage and stress management programs. She has trained for 4 years directly under Aaron Mattes, assisting at numerous seminars .

“Few people are able to make a difference in correcting problems as Marjorie Brook. Her warm personality, caring attitude and unusual ability place her high among the best Active Isolated Practitioners in the world. She is outstanding at improving performance and preventing problems. Marjorie Brook is an outstanding therapist and trainer.”

-Aaron Mattes Developer Active Isolated Stretching: The Mattes Method

Scar Tissue Release

There is a need for a thorough understanding of scar tissue and fascia release techniques.  I have witnessed this in my own practice and clientele. I have attended numerous meetings of professional Massage organizations and participated in on-line chat groups where the topic of scar tissue and its effects on the body is continually discussed and requests for more information are frequently made.

Participants will be capable of immediately incorporating the scar release techniques from this course into their practice and for their own individual self–care.  Students will have a complete understanding of what fascia is, how it works and how to treat restrictions in the body is essential for all massage practitioners.

Active Isolated Stretching

There is a need for a thorough understanding of stretching techniques.  I have witnessed this in my own practice and clientele. I have attended numerous meetings of professional Massage organizations and participated in on-line chat groups where the topic of proper stretching is continually discussed and requests for more information are frequently made.  Sports massage, On-site massage and other forms of bodywork that depend on stretching are now being included in massage school curriculums.

The Mattes Method is a manual technique, which isolates muscles that are to be stretched by contracting the opposing muscles.  The clinical success of The Mattes Method is based on the sound scientific principles that adhere to the practical application of Wolff’s and Sherrington’ Laws. The Mattes Method incorporates a key concept, which states that only relaxed myofascial structures will allow themselves to be optimally stretched.  Adhering to Wolff’s and Sherrington’ Laws, The Mattes Method facilitates optimal myofascial stretching of isolated muscles without activating a protective myotatic reflex contraction.  The Mattes Method utilizes a gradual stretch of no greater the 2.0 seconds promoting full range of motion and flexibility without activating antagonistic muscle group contraction.

The primary obstacle to flexibility is the tightness of the surrounding muscles and fascia of a joint. Strong tensile forces of the muscle and fascia surround the specific joint determine flexibility. Optimizing flexibility through reduction of fascial tension has long been a goal for many manual therapists.  Pioneers such as Janet Travell, Dr. David Simons, Ida Rolf, John Barnes, Mole Feldenkrais, have all developed techniques for restoring proper physiological myofascial tension. All of their techniques and theories are elaborated on throughout the course.

Check out Marjorie Brooks’ websites:

• www.brookseminars.com
• www.akneadedbreak.com

What to bring to class:

• Massage Table
• Bolster
• Towel
• Water to drink
• Comfortable Clothing
• Pen or Pencil and notebook

Cost:

• Member $225
• Non-Member $275
• Student $185
• Late Fee $25 will be assessed for registrations received after May 7, 2010

REGISTRATION (REGISTRATION DEADLINE May 7, 2010)
Either 1) Complete, detach and send the registration form from page 5 of the Spring 2010 Newsletter with your check to:

• Brenda Swadley
• 5646 West 11270 North
• Highland, UT 84003

OR 2) Register with your credit card or PayPal account using PayPal:

Member $225

Non-Member $275

Student $185

Utah Massage Board meeting scheduled for

January 20, 2010 – 9:00 A.M.
ROOM 210, Second Floor
Heber M. Wells Building
160 East 300 South
Salt Lake City, Utah

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Table Thai Massage

Janet Peacock

Instructor: Janet Peacock
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We are excited to present Janet Peacock, LMT.  Janet graduated from Myotherapy College of Utah in May of 2000.  She became a Licensed Massage Therapist in Utah, opened a private practice, and began working at MCU supervising students.  She is currently the Director of Admissions at MCU.  After having wrist surgery and taking time off from practicing as a massage therapist, Janet took time for some self-reflection.  It became clear to her that she wanted to return to the massage industry.  This time she wanted to use her talents in a different way.  She became an instructor at MCU and continued studying Thai Massage.  She found she had a great love for Thai Massage.  This love directed her to study with several teachers.  She recently returned from studying Thai Massage in Chiang Mai, Thailand.  There she gained an even deeper sense of love and gratitude for the tradition.  She learned to view people in a way that resonates with her own passion for the energy work of Reiki and the hands on approach of Thai Massage.  In her teaching, Janet is centered in the tradition of Thai massage and adds passion and warmth to her teaching technique which is inspiring to her students.  She teaches three levels of Thai Massage.  She currently teaches in Utah and Washington.

Course Description

In this course the student will learn Thai massage for the table.  Students will learn how to adapt techniques learned in previous levels as well as additional work specific to the table. There will be an emphasis on proper body mechanics, weight distribution, and client and practitioner safety.  As in traditional Thai massage, this technique is applied through clothing.  Students will learn how to use their body to facilitate greater range of motion and joint mobility for their clients. Stretching is also an integral part of the technique of this work.  Some seeking Thai massage may not be able to get to the floor or get up from the floor; therefore, this technique allows the practitioner to work with clients who have that limitation.  Prerequisite Thai I.

What to bring to class:

• Massage table
• Sheets
• Wear comfortable clothing and socks
• Water to drink
• Snacks for energy
• Pencil and paper

When:  March 12^th and 13^th, 2010

• Registration begins at 8:30 am
• Class begins at 9:00 am both days
• Class ends at 6:30 pm both days

Where:  Myotherapy College of Utah

• 336 Bugatti Drive
• SLC, UT 84115

Cost:

• AMTA Member $ 175.00
• Non-Member $ 225.00
• Student member $ 135.00
• Late fee of $25.00 will be assessed for registrations received after March 5, 2010.

REGISTRATION (REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 5, 2010) :

Either 1) Complete, detach and send the registration form on page 4 of the newsletter with your check to:

• Emily Tomer – 801 . 879 . 0071
• 5525 Ridge Stone Drive
• Salt Lake City, UT 84118
• emilytomer@gmail.com

OR 2) Use this form to register using PayPal

Member $175

Non-Member $225

Student $135

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• March 10, 2010
• 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Salt Lake City Library
• Members Welcome

• The Convention Membership meeting serves as the February, 2010 Board meeting so this Wednesday meeting is canceled.

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Utah Massage Board quarterly meeting scheduled for

January 20, 2010
ROOM 401 – 9:00 A.M.
Heber M. Wells Building
160 East 300 South
Conference Room TBA
Salt Lake City, Utah

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• Jan 20, 2010
• 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Salt Lake City Library
• Members Welcome

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The mission of the American Massage Therapy Association is to serve AMTA members while advancing the art, science and practice of massage therapy.

The positions below offer the opportunity to serve the members and require some time, effort and some qualifications. All the positions require at least 1 year’s membership in good standing and signing the Volunteer Code of Conduct (see link below). The Treasurer position requires some experience or knowledge of accounting or additional service on the board of directors. The President and VP positions require one year’s prior service as a Committee Chair, member or Board membership within the last three years. For specific eligibility requirements use the links below. All members interested in running for office must complete and submit the Election Application Form by the deadline, January 5, 2010.

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