Principal Certification Toronto Winter 2021

Are you ready to expand your touch vocabulary? In order to re-learn our most innate language, it’s helpful to first understand WHY it’s important. Each of our classes includes education on the biology of touch – what physical contact does biochemically as humans, and this information helps us to understand how much we actually need touch in our lives.

Modules 1-3 are designed for inquisitive minds who have an interest in learning about the body, about touch, and how to skillfully weave those understandings together in an incredible manual therapy experience. Yes, these courses are for you if you’re looking to step into manual therapy as a practice, but they’re also meant for anyone who wants to develop their sense of touch, perhaps for personal or family reasons, without necessarily a desire to practice on the wider population.

Here’s what folks are saying about these courses:

“I feel more confident practicing this work after Navina’s courses than previous courses I took with other schools”

~ student testimonial on feedback form

Course dates:

– Module 1: Jan 29-31, 2021
– Module 2: Feb 12-14, 2021
– Module 3: March 5-7, 2021

Please note: Course dates may change, based upon how the COVID-19 curve evolves. We will keep in touch about this as dates approach. For this reason we are accepting deposits only at this time. Upon confirmation of the course, full payment will be due. You will be required to wear a mask during training.

Training details:

Each one of our Principal Modules is run over 3 consecutive days for a total of 8 hours each day (9-5). These classes place a lot of emphasis on getting in and practicing the techniques directly so that you immediately start getting hands-on experience.

Module 1 sets a solid foundation in the practice of high quality touch. We do this by combining anatomy and biology study and by establishing our Foundational Principals of the physical practice of Thai massage. When exchanging massages in class you are receiving in-depth feedback from your classmates and the teacher as well as gaining a new understanding of the postures when you receive the massage. This first course will provide you with a sound 45-minute flow that focuses on the most common areas of tension, namely the shoulders, neck and back.

In module 2 we revisit and enhance our understanding of content from the first module. We then delve deeper into the concepts of quality touch and extend our massage sequence to explore more of the body. By adding in more postures to include the arms, legs, hands and feet, we will end up with a 2-hr massage sequence. We also have a series of conversations around business tools that can support those looking to develop a business with this practice.

In the 3rd module we consolidate and extend our practice from the first 2 courses to produce a well-rounded and more complete massage flow. After this course you will be able to give a fluid 2.5-hr massage, providing a total mind-body experience. We also explore some useful ways to customize the massage to make sure you’re comfortable with both longer and shorter length treatments and to best suit the needs of your client. After module 3 and some home practice you will be eligible for Principal Certification.

Student experience:

“Great course! Good pacing, excellent pedagogical methodology. Perfect physiology and anatomy incorporation.”

~ student testimonial on feedback form

Navina Educator:

Chantelle Reynolds.

Prerequisites:

None.

CECs per Module:

10.5 Category A (CMTO), 8 PE/A1 (CMTBC), 16 Primary (MTAM), 31 CE hours (NCBTMB)

Investment:

– $999.95 (all 3 Modules), however at this time we are only accepting a deposit of $300 CAD +tax to secure your spot.

Please note: Course dates may change, based upon how the COVID-19 curve evolves. We will keep in touch about this as dates approach. For this reason we are accepting deposits only at this time. Upon confirmation of the course, full payment will be due. You will be required to wear a mask during training.

Prices do not include any applicable taxes. Course fees DO include all training manuals. If you select the deposit option for payment, we will reach out to you shortly after your deposit is paid to set up a payment plan for the remainder of your training fees. For all our policies, including refund policies and our payment plan terms, please click here