Lymphatic Drainagemassage training

 This course provides an overview of the lymphatic system and how it pertains to one’s overall health and wellbeing. Participants will refresh their anatomical knowledge of the lymphatic system, learn contraindications for this service and how manual lymphatic drainage provides benefit to the immune system. Participants will practice a neck- face - head session, an abdominal session and a full body dry brush session so this treatment can be integrated into their practices. 

11/21/24 - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

3/27/25 - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

7/24/25 - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

At this end of this training, participants will be able to…
 

1. Summarize the structure and function of the lymphatic system and the clinical significance of lymphatic drainage as a treatment.
2. Determine whether client’s signs, symptoms and/or health history are contraindicated for Lymphatic Drainage in a spa setting. 
3. Identify the pathologies and contraindications that preclude Lymphatic Drainage treatment. 
4. Formulate and implement an appropriate 15 minute regional and a 60 minute full body treatment plan based on each client’s needs. 
5. Safely modify body mechanics for light work so the client receives maximum benefit and the therapist avoids injury.
    

90-minute classroom study

90-minute demonstration

One-hour lunch break

2.5-hours practicing technique, exchanging services, 

30-min review & course evaluation

Cost: $240

Class location: 8088 Watson Rd, St. Louis, MO 63119

Materials you will need to bring:  

One massage table, face cradle and bolster for every two students (we will help coordinate training partners)

Linens - one bottom sheet, one top sheet and two pillow cases

Blanket optional

Massage medium will be provided

For more information email aarons.mfs@gmail.com 

Originally a St. Louis native, Reese attended Body Therapy Institute, a premier massage therapy program outside of Chapel Hill, NC. After graduating in 2009, she joined the faculty of BTI until its closure in 2016. She was then named the Director of Education at Carolina Massage Institute where she was also an instructor. She is delighted to return to the south city neighborhoods she calls home. Skilled in a variety of modalities, her specialty is myofascial structural integration and movement repatterning for active adults, athletes and chronic pain sufferers. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, camping, and kayaking.