Spa-Go's


	Professional Classes


	Los Angeles based massage and healing arts courses can now be scheduled at your place or ours! One of the best things you can do for your business is make it a place of learning and great talent. Having monthly trainings and gatherings not only strengthen your product and brand by delivering a better therapist, but it helps with group camaraderie. Let me know how I can help motivate and rejuvenate your staff and brand for success! Local Corporate Special: $5,000.00 for 48 hours of training, recommended 4 hours monthly. Can pick your topics. This is hands-on training and learning. 1 topic per 4 hours. Away locations please call our office for a complimentary quote. Average pricing is $5,000/week plus amenities, food, air fare, room and transportation or other expenses incurred necessary for completing training. Forty hours – 60 hours work week, certificates of completion and proficiency given to attendees and to spa location. Spa locations will be given the right to use my training for promotions and lectures and guest appearances may be arranged to help spa gain market interest and keep an interesting menu of services and a staff that has ability and training in reaching your goals of customer service. I recommend 1 topic a day for some back-ups to teach if your group moves quickly.

	1) History of Massage & The Healing Arts: Learn the history of massage and the healing arts from around the world. A fascinating journey starting from the beginning of time and traveling to where we are today. We’ll study East and West theories and pioneers. You’ll be able to communicate more information to your clientele and have the knowledge of your field.

	2) The Therapeutic Relationship: Professional Standards and Boundaries: How to set your standards and boundaries and not cross the line with difficult clients or co-workers. Develop and build a strong therapeutic relationship with your world. Learn tips for engaging and getting referrals from your local medical community. Enjoy the rewards this course will give you.

	3) The Professional Therapist’s Toy & Tool Chest: Play with all types of healing arts and massage tools. Fun to use and interesting for your clientele. Information pertaining to the history of massage tools and how to use and integrate these devices into your practice to add color and save to your already tired hands and arms.

	4) Health, Hygiene, Sanitation & Safety: Important must-know information regarding you and your client ‘s health and safety. A basic course chocked full of good information every therapist should know. Subjects on how to deal with contagious disease how to treat an AIDS client; working with foot fungus; acne, and more. We discuss what to look for and how to keep you free from disease and danger. A must-know for the professional.

	5) Indications and Contraindications of Massage: When NOT to perform a treatment is important. Learn when massage is indicated and when it is not. Learn what styles of therapy to perform for certain conditions. Heart disease, diabetes, pregnancy, flu and colds, menopause and other conditions are discussed. A must for the professional therapist.

	6) Body Mechanics and Table Presentation: Use your body properly and you’ll have not only work smarter, but longer. Less pain, aches, and focus on injury prevention basics. Table set-up and presentation will also be covered. How to professionally set your table for optimal visual, atmosphere and professionalism. Definitely a must-know subject to save your body.

	7) Client Intake, Notes and SOAP Charting: Develop the skills necessary to perform a comprehensive, professional, thorough intake. Learn how to chart and take notes on your client’s personal and medical history, their goals, sessions and progress. Learn the basics of “SOAP” charting for professional record keeping. Proper noting and charting are essential for the professional therapist.

	8) The Human Body: The human body is a fascinating subject. When working with the human body it is important to understand it and learn how it functions. We discuss the 10 different bodily systems and how the body operates in health and disease.

	9) Your Client’s Skin: The skin of your client is most important in choosing the proper product and/or up-selling your client to another, better product, for his/her skin type. Learn about oily, dry and combination skin types as well as how to address certain types of “do not touch” skin conditions such as acne, broken skin, fungus and more as well as black skin versus Caucasian skin, Asian skin and transparent skin… Scarred skin, acne skin, eczema or any other skin problem or disease.

	10) Human Skeleton: We have over 200 bones in the human skeletal system. Half of those bones are in the hands and feet and the other half are throughout the body. Learn all the bones of the human skeletal system in one afternoon. A must know when working professionally.

	11) Human Musculature (front): With over 640 muscles in the human body it’s now necessary for the professional to know how to identify the major muscles and their locations. We’ve split this information into two classes to help. In this class you’ll learn anterior/frontal muscles.

	12) Human Musculature (back): With over 640 muscles in the human body it’s necessary for the professional to know how to identify the major muscles and their locations. We’ve split the information into two classes to help. In this class you’ll learn posterior/back muscles.

	13) Developing Your Own Products: Do you have dreams of using your own products or developing a line of products? We’ll help you become familiar with natural, all organic combinations that we use at Spa-Go’s and our own Hideaway Spa & Retreat. You’ll be amazed how many combinations you can make, how easy natural products are to use and how active these simple organic treatments can be. A fun class.

	14) Musical Accompaniments: You’ll tour through the musical selections from Kitaro to Gabrielle Roth. A fun way to explore what works with your mind and what works with your energy. Movements are precise to fit the emotional portion of the created service.

	15) Special Needs Of Seniors, Teens & Handi-capped: Special needs clients are always a part of our business and a being comfortable in how to handle these special needs groups can make all the difference in their experience as well as your own experience. You are a professional and your reputation will reflect this. Learn how to accommodate special needs client and expand your market. Helpful and informative.

	16) The Obese Client: Obesity is growing and always a concern for our professional therapist. How to understand and make this client feel comfortable is crucial to your healing efforts. Learn to find the buried muscles and how to manipulate the skin to perform a therapeutic massage. We discuss communication and healthy lifestyle skills to encourage.

	17) End of Life Services: Explore the 12 oils of the bible and the torah. Ancient oils and how they can be used during end of life. Musical thanatology, aromatherapy and Reiki energy. This phase of passing is explored and various traditions, ancient to modern.

	18) Teaching Massage Lecture Creatively 1: I have spent years teaching and through success and failure have put together a class to help you, the professional massage instructor. Informative and amusing stories of hit and miss ideas as well as how to motivate and inform. I found that through several simple rules and proper delegation I was able to enjoy my class, build strong and lasting relationships as well as keeping my students in high attendance with strong retention.

	19) Teaching Massage Lab Creatively 2: I have spent years teaching and through success and failure have put together a class to help you, the professional massage instructor. Informative and amusing stories of hit and miss ideas as well as how to motivate and inform. I found that through several simple rules and proper delegation I was able to enjoy my class, build strong and lasting relationships as well as keeping my students in high attendance with strong retention.

	20) Trigger Points and Acupressure Points: What’s a trigger point and how to do I locate them for optimal pain release? I’ll help you learn how to press your way through your client’s tense spots the easy way. A great class for any practioner. Trigger work is a great add-on to any service and is necessary for deep tissue and athletic massage. It fits well into Shiatsu as well!

	21) Finding And Using Your Power: Are you confused at what energy work is? What an aura? Or what is a Chakra? What is color therapy and why is this important? This class will sum all this up for you and get you started on developing your own power. Learn to balance your own as well as your client’s energy. Energy runs the body. The flow of energy is crucial to a good operating system and feeling of wellness. We’ll make this confusing subject simple and understood. We’ll discuss top leaders in this field and how they use their energy. Reiki, Polarity, Free Form… A fascinating subject.

	22) Marketing Your Small Business: You have your idea and you have your skills, but how do you market your business to get the most from your dollars. What forms and business paperwork are needed and what information is necessary to operate a small business. A great class for the beginning entrepreneur. We’ll create a mock budget and a mock menu of service. We’ll address printing materials and advertising. Marketing and public relations are your key to consumer confidence and solid branding of your product. Your business needs a mouthpiece, and in most cases… a job you as an owner will have to do yourself to start. Let me show you how. Double and triple your income when you follow my steps.

	23) Basic Spa Equipment: Learn how to use the equipment found in the top spas. Paraffin Wax, Hot Towels, Oxygen and Ozone Professional Steamer Unit, Mineral Lamp, Fluorite Stones, Hot Mittens/Booties, Hot Stones and more… Learn and experience the art of this equipment. A must to getting that top spa job or creating your own spa. A fun class!

	24) The Athletic Sports Minded Client: Massage and stretching improves athletic performance by 25-30%. Recovery massage helps to heal muscles and remove waste 50% faster, thus getting the athlete back in the game quick. Learn styles and techniques associated with sports massage and athletic performance. Learn zone techniques, stretching and guided imagery to help your client’s focus. A great course for the professional therapist and fitness trainer.

	25) Swedish Style Massage With Gentle Range Of Motion: Swedish massage is the basic recipe for most services. Your strokes and movements should be exact and smooth flowing. We train in a sequence that Master Therapist, Anne Fisher, has used, practiced and perfected over her 13-year career. You’ll be amazed how a few pointers can improve your entire service.

	26) Japanese Ritual Hand Bath: A full body shampoo given to a client before their service or after is a truly relaxing experience. The gentleness of one being washed and cleansed by another is something we only remember from our childhood. Learn to bring this nurturing hands-on service back. You’ll learn how to sponge bathe your client with smooth rhythm and speed. Learn proper soaping techniques to make this a nurturing yet professional experience. Up-sell your massage services by $20-30 dollars each! A fantastic way to increase your earnings.

	27) Aromatherapy & Application: We have 40 essentials to walk you through. We’ll explore the history and the basics for using, mixing, and applying. A must have for the holistic therapist. A great way to up-sell and receive additional sales. We will show you how to create an array of products and put them into use in your personal life as well as your professional life. A fun class!

	28) Hot Stone Massage Treatment: Hot stone therapies are all the rage, worldwide! Learn how to use stones in your services and/or as a full body massage treatment. You will also learn how to use our professional mineral lamp after the stone placement for added heat and healing. Two classes in one! Learn several creative and unique stone placements. Easy, inexpensive and fun. Stone massage services are considered a specialty. They usually are sold for much more than your basic massage. A great way to increase your earnings. Advance your professional skills and menu of service as well.

	29) Deep Tissue Techniques & Application: Many of your clients love deep tissue performed on their back, shoulder and neck regions. Athletes especially… Learn how to perform and implement these techniques into your treatment plan and menu. If you perform them incorrectly you could hurt your client or yourself. Sprain a wrist and you are out of work!!! We’ll show you the right way to use your body’s strength instead of your arms and hands. A must-know skill for today’s stressed out market.

	30) Body Wraps With Mud: Working with body wraps and mud applications can be messy and tricky. Timing is everything. Learn proper table presentation and draping techniques make this treatment professional and timely. Increase your earning potential considerably by knowing how to perform a mud application. Several types of mud (relieving, rejuvenating and detoxifying) will be sampled. Turn your massage business into a high-end spa business. A great way to gain the respect and increase return visits from your clientele.

	31) European Style Massage: A very unique style of massage that is very engaging and healing. European style massage is a favorite of those that like a unique and healing experience with the therapist not only using her hands, but her arms and body as well. Learn to engage your whole self into your treatment. Dance to the rhythms of your own meditation inspired dreams. Transcending for both therapist and client. If you want to learn something new, this is it. A definite up-sell with increased earning potential. You’ll be a rising star with this one. High-end and worth it!

	32) Relaxation Techniques & Treatments That Do Not Involve Massage: This is a great treatment everyone should have on their menus. It involves gentle release work to the body using fur, feathers and dry stroking. Sometimes a client cannot be massaged due to health concerns, lack of muscle and/or other conditions. This stimulates the nerves and brings the senses up. Great treatments for those who can’t be touched or doesn’t like touch treatments. Great for coma victims, nursing home patients or anyone that has lost their muscles due to atrophy or lack of movement. Use of energy holds are taught as well.

	34) Reflexology, Hands & Feet: Reflexology is the practice of working the points on the hands and feet with specific accurate pressure to effect the health and wellness of the whole body. Work a headache, indigestion, stress, fertility, and more from the feet or hands… (a wonderful treatment, very renewing)… You’ll learn all the points and how to perform a foot and hand treatment. Add this service to your menu and increase your earning potential.

	35) Lips & Eyes Specialty Treatments: Celebrities are asking for sexy lips and youthful eye treatments. These two areas make up the primary focus points of your face. Your personal calling card. Learn how to treat these very specific areas to bring about circulation, renewal and relaxation. Improve skin quality. Use of our professional oxygen/ozone steamer is part of this treatment as well as certain organic masks. You’ll be able to add something truly original to your menu. A great up-sell to any of your massage treatments for added sales.

	36) Pregnancy Massage: A pregnant client experiences nine months of special needs. Learn how to position your client’s body for a safe and comfortable massage. You’ll need to know about what to do and what not to do as far as technique, oils and pressures. Remember, you have two on the table, not one! Join us for this very necessary class on pregnancy. Your client can sense when you are nervous, so take the worry out of your sessions by getting more education. A great way to expand your clientele into markets that are profitable, steady and healthful.

	37) Sports/Athletic Massage & Stretching: Learn how to perform pre-event, event and recovery or post event massage. Sports massage is for amateur and professional athletes, as well as the very active person who may experience stress during gardening or recreational sports. Learn several sequences you can perform and sell. Expand your clientele into this fast growing market of functional treatments. Become A Team Player, Go For It!

	38) Vocal Cord Rejuvenation & Throat Massage: Los Angeles, as well as the world, is filled with professional singers and public speakers. Over use of their throat muscles and vocal chords can cause problems in the quality of their voice and tension in their neck. It will definitely affect their performance. The throat is muscular and should not be ignored. Increase performance, just like an athlete, by 25-30% and improve recovery time by 50%. Learn the innovative healing techniques used to relax and heal the throat. You’ll also learn how to prepare a tonic for your client to drink for internal soothing and relief to help with the pain of a dry and scratchy throat. A very intelligent service that leads you into the professional market of the stars and talent of your area…

	39) Organic, All Natural, Anti-Cellulite Treatments: Learn how to make and apply an organic, all natural, anti-cellulite mask and wrap. Cellulite is an unsightly fat that is no woman’s friend. You’ll learn massage techniques that combat and help remove stored water and fat deposits. You’ll learn about the different types of cellulite and how to treat them strategically in your practice. A truly must have on any spa menu.

	40) New Mommy Treatments: Being a new mommy means your body has just experienced 9-10 months of stress, body changes and hormonal levels. The first three months post birth is a very important time for the new mother to assist her body in its transformation back to a non-pregnancy state. We will show you treatments that you can perform to help your new mommy client tone and relax during a time of great stress. She’ll be appreciative as well. Soothing therapies for relaxation as well as conditioning. A must know if working with pregnancy and new mommy clientele.

	41) Couple’s Synchronization: Learn to market yourself into the world of couple’s massage. We’ll teach you to work synchronized with a fellow practioner, in unison! Join us in learning this fun approach to helping couple’s enjoy their relationship, anniversaries or special days and have the ability to work together in a safe team environment.

	42) Bust & Booty Specialty Treatments: These areas of the body are getting more and more exposure than ever before. Women want to look their absolute best. We’ll teach you the secrets used to treat these most private areas, professionally. You’ll learn and work with our professional oxygen/ozone steamer as well as our scrubs and anti-aging products. Several professional massage techniques will be taught so that your treatments will show true therapeutic value. You’ll be amazed how great these treatments feel! An up-sell service.

	43) Shiatsu 1: Shiatsu style treatments originated in Japan and made several transformations before making it to the Western world. Learn an acupressure style shiatsu sequence that will rock your world. Your client will feel into balanced and rejuvenated. We teach you a sequence from head to toe, back side, in this unique and specialty service. A great addition to any menu.

	44) Shiatsu 2: Shiatsu style treatments originated in Japan and made several transformations before making it to the Western world. Learn an acupressure style shiatsu sequence that will rock your world. Your client will feel into balanced and rejuvenated. We teach you a sequence from head to toe, front side, in this unique and specialty service. A great addition to any menu. May start with 2 if you missed 1.

	45) Body Wraps – Deep Moisturizing, Anti-Aging, Organic & All Natural: An all-natural, organic, deep moisturizing body wrap. We’ll teach you how to properly drape and wrap your client professionally. Anti-aging and moisturizing is important to everyone these days, as looking great and looking young is highly desired. You’ll learn a complete treatment and go home with something new on your menu. A great up-sell. Product focus is on Shea Nut Butter from Africa, Mink Oil, Emu Oil and Cholesterol.

	46) Energy Work & Chakra Balancing: Polarity, Reiki, and Free Form… It’s all so confusing, so let us help you out with showing you a few of our secrets on how to use your own energy powers and integrate a really unique treatment from your own powers. We will show you Chakra stone placement and energy holds as well as explore engaging music to take the mind and body on a fantastic journey. We’ll break down a full treatment and what each area’s energy, color and attitude are. Unique and fun. A non-massage service for your special needs clients is a great way to keep your business interesting. Fun to perform.

	47) Scalp & Facial Acupressure Techniques: The face is a special intimate part of all of us. Some say that you can tell everything by reading the face and the eyes. We teach you how to work this mysterious region. Use of acupressure points and hair tugging is taught. Focus will be on relaxation and stress removal. Headaches will be a topic of learning. We’ll show several cranial holds and releases to assist in greater relaxation and control. A great skill to learn and a great way to up-sell a massage or add something unique to your menu.

	48) Foot Treatments & Foot Baths: We’ll take you on a journey of ancient foot rituals and treatments. You’ll learn to mask, paraffin dip and exfoliate the feet. You’ll learn how to present your footbath for dramatic Wowing. Learn a cooling cucumber, minty rejuvenation; relaxing champagne with roses foot treatment as well as our unique Starbucks coffee medicated foot scrub. A great way to up-sell.

	49) Hand & Arm Renewal Treatments: People have so much trouble keeping their hands young and their arms free of aches, pains and arthritic conditions. We’ll teach you how to pamper and relieve the common aches and pains of the wrists and forearms as well as several anti-aging treatments to the hands. We’ll work with our professional oxygen/ozone steamer, paraffin unit and teach some reflexology moves for an over the top experience. A fun class!

	50) Body Scrubs – Exfoliations, Natural & Organic: Learn a full body exfoliation treatment using our all-organic natural scrubs. We custom blend our scrubs tableside for incredible presentation. Learn how to mix and apply 4 scrubs: lemon drop, Starbucks, candy corn, and our brown sugar treatment. Enhance your menu and boost your revenue. A must know for the true spa professional.

	51) Infant Massage: Working with infants requires special training and technique. Infant’s bodies are not developed and require special considerations and training. We’ll review the development phases as well as walk you through a massage sequence that can add great relief and relaxation to the infant as well as the new parents. We’ll show you how to engage the parent as well.

	52) Chair Massage: Learn how to give a full body treatment using a portable chair. We’ll cover techniques that leave your client getting the most of their on-site service. From neck and shoulders to legs and hips. Low back and spinal pressure points, rotations and gentle stretching. All can be achieved from a well-trained therapist using a massage chair. Easy money, great relief!

	Contact Anne Fisher 818-249-7724 anne@spa-gos.com