Upcoming CE Workshops at TLC Massage School

Saturday, December 6th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

This continuing education course is designed for licensed massage therapists who want to deepen their understanding and refine their techniques when working with clients experiencing shoulder pain, dysfunction, or injury—specifically those related to the rotator cuff. The rotator cuff, made up of four key muscles—supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis—plays a critical role in shoulder stabilization and movement. Dysfunction in these muscles is common among athletes, desk workers, and individuals recovering from injuries or surgery.

In this course, participants will explore the anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder complex with a focus on how rotator cuff issues develop. Through hands-on instruction, therapists will learn targeted soft tissue techniques, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and active/passive movement strategies to safely address common conditions such as tendonitis, impingement, and restricted range of motion.

In addition to technique, the course emphasizes assessment skills—such as range-of-motion testing and palpation—to identify which specific rotator cuff muscles are involved. Therapists will also learn to recognize red flags and understand when to refer clients for medical evaluation.

This class is ideal for those who want to elevate their therapeutic outcomes, reduce client pain, and restore shoulder function more effectively. Whether you’re working in a clinical setting, sports environment, or wellness practice, this course provides practical tools and confidence to address one of the most commonly reported areas of musculoskeletal pain.

Friday, January 9th, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

This intensive course provides a comprehensive, evidence-based review of the full spectrum of orthopedic management for Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) and Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow). Moving beyond basic RICE principles, the curriculum emphasizes a structured, modern approach, detailing the progression from conservative, non-operative treatments to advanced, minimally invasive and surgical interventions. Participants will learn to accurately diagnose, stratify patient risk, and create personalized, staged treatment plans based on the latest clinical guidelines and regenerative medicine techniques.

Friday, January 23rd and Saturday, January 24th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm both days.

Therapeutic Techniques to Eliminate the Low Back Pain
Chronic or severe low back pain is one of the most debilitating conditions a person can experience. Roughly two-thirds of the population will suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives.

Most therapists and medical professionals find working with this condition both frustrating and difficult—in part, because they fail to see the missing component to reducing, eliminating, and eradicating low back pain.

This comprehensive workshop unveils the missing piece of the puzzle to low back pain. As a result, participants learn how to precisely assess the most commonly injured structures in the lower back and to use effective therapeutic approaches to eliminate pain. Attendees gain the tools to successfully differentiate muscle, ligament, and disc injuries, and, as a result, fine-tune their palpation skills and hands-on techniques. Drawing from 50 years of experience as a therapist, educator, speaker, and author, Dr. Ben Benjamin enables all participants to discover the missing link that can solve a wide range of complaints linked to chronic and severe low back pain in this lab-intensive course.

Discover the missing link to chronic low back pain with one of the leaders in the rehabilitation field. In this lab-intensive course, participants learn effective techniques to reduce, prevent, and eliminate low back pain This comprehensive workshop will teach you how to effectively assess and treat the most commonly injured structures in the low back. You’ll learn how to differentiate muscle, ligament, and disc injuries, and you’ll fine-tune your palpation skills and hands-on treatment techniques. The workshop provides ample time to develop all the skills you need to address a wide range of complaints.

An integrative approach

There are six major components to the training:

• Anatomy: View and palpate the relevant musculoskeletal structures.
• Assessment: Practice musculoskeletal assessment tests and palpation of injured structures.
• Theory: Learn how to use the history, positive assessment test findings, and results of palpation to determine which structures are injured.
• Integration: After you’ve learned the theoretical background and assessment procedures, we integrate this knowledge through hands-on learning games.
• Technique: Apply effective techniques designed to eliminate adhesive scar tissue and enable proper healing.
• Clinic: During the training participants practice their skills by taking part in an injury assessment clinic, free and open to the public, under Dr. Benjamin’s supervision.

Friday, February 6th, and Saturday, February 7th, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday.

The purpose of this course is to provide licensed massage therapists and bodyworkers with introductory skills and techniques in the dynamic principles of Thai massage with emphasis on movement and proper body mechanics when working from the floor allowing the therapist to expand their treatment versatility. These techniques will allow therapists to address muscular/postural imbalances, help increase their clients natural healthy rage of motion and increase over all circulation.

Friday, February 20th, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Cupping for LMTs is a 7-hour continuing education course designed for massage students and LMTs that are new to the practice of cupping therapy. It provides an introduction to the history, core concepts, contraindications, and indications, as well as tools and techniques underlying the application of modern cupping therapy with hands-on training in cupping techniques that can be effectively integrated into nearly any modality of bodywork. Hands-on techniques will be focused primarily on cupping for myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, sports recovery, and orthopedic applications with specific anatomical considerations for the upper and lower body in a variety of positions. The intention of the course is to provide students with a broad overview of cupping therapy with a variety of focused methods and techniques that can serve as a foundation for them to apply cupping therapy effectively and creatively in any massage setting to assist clients seeking relief from chronic pain, tension, injuries and with sports recovery.

For each section of the course, students will receive a technical demonstration of techniques designed to treat specific focus areas and concerns. Demonstrations will also include a review of pertinent anatomical reference points and special considerations. Students will then have the opportunity to conduct trades with their fellow classmates utilizing the provided cups to practice this work with guidance from the instructor. Students will be provided with 2 sets of silicone cups (8pc) and one set of Vacuum Cups (24pc) included in their tuition. This allows them to walk away from the class with not only a new skill set but also the physical tools to practice their new skills in their primary massage setting.

“I am passionate about and committed to lifelong learning which is one of the reasons I’m so excited to share this work with other therapists! The Intro to Cupping course is designed to provide LMTs with the tools and techniques to better serve their clients dealing with chronic pain or recovering from injuries through the safe and effective use of suction cups. This work provides even more tools for a therapist’s tool kit while sparing wear and tear on the hands. Students also have the benefit of receiving both silicone and vacuum-based massage cups so they can walk out of the course and begin to utilize their new skills with clients immediately. These skills can be effectively integrated into so many modalities of massage and bodywork and I can’t wait to explore this work with therapists of all experience levels in a safe and encouraging environment!” – Natalie Meyersick

Friday, March 6th, and Saturday, March 7th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days.

Deep Massage for the Iliopsoas focuses on the function and structure of the iliopsoas muscle and its supporting neighbors. The Iliopsoas is surrounded and supported by the lower back muscles, the abdominal muscles, and the thoracic diaphragm. Therefore we will focus on contacting all these muscles along with a variety of ways to contact the psoas and the iliacus. The approach of Deep Massage: the Lauterstein Method is to cultivate a higher quality of touch utilizing theory and practice developed by David Lauterstein and The Lauterstein-Conway Massage School over the

course of 35 years. Deep Massage integrates insights from the traditions of cranio-sacral work, Rolfing, and Zero Balancing, We will address postural, respiratory, and neurological impact of working with the iliopsoas and its neighbors. Since this area is vitally involved in the vagal response, we will also be conscious of the ways in which this work affects the nervous system and our energy.

Friday, March 20th, and Saturday, March 21st, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m both days.

Reiki I & II Certification Course – Hands-On Training and Application

Course Format:
This in-person, immersive Reiki I and II course combines lecture, demonstration, and extensive hands-on practice. Students will not only learn the foundational principles of Reiki but also directly experience and develop their own intuitive approach to channeling “universal life energy.” This course emphasizes experiential learning—students will actively engage in giving and receiving Reiki in a supportive, guided environment.

In Reiki I, students are introduced to the history, philosophy, and ethics of Reiki, as well as the foundational hand positions and techniques for self-healing and working with others. Attunements (initiations) will open energetic channels, aligning each participant with the Reiki frequency and enhancing their ability to facilitate energetic balance. Through guided practice, students will begin to sense energy fields, interpret intuitive impressions, and cultivate mindfulness in their healing work.

Reiki II deepens this connection, introducing the sacred Reiki symbols for power, mental-emotional healing, and distance work. Students will explore how to integrate these symbols into their massage sessions for enhanced focus, grounding, and energetic flow. A significant focus is placed on the professional therapeutic application of Reiki in professional settings, including integration with massage therapy and complementary healing modalities.
Throughout the course, students will experience various catalysts designed to help unlock and refine their unique algorithm for channeling universal energy. Tools such as singing bowls, tuning forks, grounding mats, Alpha-Stim technology, magnets, red light therapy, crystals, and pendulums will be incorporated to enhance energetic sensitivity, coherence, and vibrational awareness.

**This course is only for Licensed Massage Therapists**

Held on two consecutive weekends, Friday, March 27th – Sunday, March 29th and Friday, April 3rd – Sunday, April 5th, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. the first five days and 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. the final day.

Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a very effective yet gentle manual technique that is easy on the therapist’s body and well tolerated by even highly-sensitive clients. MLD reduces swelling and detoxifies the skin and superficial fascia by promoting drainage within the superficial and deep systems of the lymph vascular network.