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SUMMARY:Entering the Temple: Internal Bodywork for the Female Pelvic Floor
DESCRIPTION:Entering the Temple\n\n< – Back to Education \n\n  \nEntering the Temple is an internal pelvic certification course that includes: \n\n5 online academic sessions\n4 day in-person class\nLodging and meal options\n50 hour CEU certificate\n2 options for mentorship\n\nThis course is designed to equip bodyworkers to ethically and practically incorporate pelvic floor treatments into their existing practices. Students will learn how to: \n\nLocate and palpate external and internal pelvic anatomy\nEvaluate and treat internal pelvic musculature\nHandle session logistics including intake\, sanitation\, professionalism\n\nVISIT: To get full information about the course and register\, go to: https://burnettbodywork.com/pelvic-certification/\nLocation\nStudents from all over the world are invited to attend this training. \n\nOnline academic sessions are held via Zoom\nIn-person class in April will be held near Portland\, Oregon\nSelf-study\, case studies\, and other homework are self-paced\n\nOur beautiful venue includes: \n\nBeds available for rent\nOption for chef-prepared meals\nProximity to PDX International Airport\n\nTo Register: \n\n\n\nHave a professional license in good standing (LMT\, RN\, NP\, ND\, midwife\, etc)*\nComplete an application to request an interview\nRegister for the class (link provided after interview)\n\n*For those practicing in areas without relevant licensing boards\, exceptions can be made for non-licensed individuals with professional experience and training in bodywork and ethics. \nNote: this class is currently formatted for a female-only learning environment. In the future\, Anna does plan to offer all-genders internal pelvic bodywork training for practitioners of all genders.\n\nCourse Content\nThis course meets ethical and practical requirements for students to incorporate pelvic floor treatments into their existing practices. Students will learn how to: \n\nIdentify and locate external and internal pelvic anatomy (hands-on)\nPalpate\, evaluate\, and treat internal pelvic musculature\nHandle session logistics including intake\, sanitation\, and professionalism\n\nCourse objectives are met when students feel equipped to: \n\nReceive a new client\, facilitate intake\, and develop a treatment plan\nRespectfully communicate with clients about consent\nEthically enter\, navigate\, and exit the internal pelvic cavities\nAssess pelvic floor tone and function before and after treatment\nPursue comprehension and curiosity about pelvic pathologies\n\nCourse content includes: \n\nOrientation/overview:\n\nCommon pelvic dysfunctions\nBenefits of pelvic bodywork\nIndications and common pathologies\n\nPelvic muscle tension\nUterine prolapse\nCystocele and rectocele\nIncontinence\nConsiderations for pregnancy\nPostpartum care\n\n\nContraindications\nWhen to refer to a specialist\n\n\nPelvic bowl orientation and anatomy:\n\nMuscles and structures of the urogenital diaphragm\nMuscles and structures of the internal pelvic bowl\nRoles and rhythms of internal pelvic floor muscle system\n\n\nPelvic practitioner skills:\n\nPelvic palpation and listening skill\nConsiderate entrance protocols for internal cavity work\nAssessments for the muscles of the internal pelvis\nTechniques for pelvic bodywork\nInternal treatments for the muscles of pelvic bowl\nPractitioner boundaries and self-care\n\n\nBusiness practices:\n\nHow to talk with current and prospective clients about pelvic care\nSimple and detailed intake forms\nHow to facilitate a pelvic intake session\nHow to analyze paperwork data\nHow to facilitate a pelvic bodywork session\nScope of practice and liability insurance\nBusiness strategies and marketing practices\nPelvic props and teaching tools\nSupplies and logistics: gloves\, lube\, pads\, etc.\nSanitation for pelvic bodywork\nNetworking for support and a multi-disciplinary approach\n\n\nEthics:\n\nClient safety and consent\nCommunication\nPower dynamics\nEthical responsibilities\nBoundaries\nReverence and sacred space holding\nDraping and privacy\nTrauma-informed care\n\n\n\nNote: This course does not include any sexual or tantric practices. \nDates and Details\nPre-class Zoom dates: \n\nMarch 30\, evening\nApril 6\, evening\nApril 13\, evening\n\nIn-person class dates: \n\nApril 22: Evening meet and greet dinner\nApril 23-26: Four day training\n\nPost-class Zoom dates: \n\nMay 4\, evening\nJune 1\, evening\n\nRegistration deadlines: \n\nExtra early registration: October 31\, 2025 ($800 discount)\nEarly registration: December 31\, 2025 ($400 discount)\nRegular registration: March 16\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecommended Pelvic Bodyworkers: \nYou’ll be asked to receive and write about at least one pelvic bodywork treatment prior to attending class. Below are some Oregon internal pelvic bodyworkers recommended by Anna and Leslie. \nShannon in Hood River\nwww.integrativehoodriver.com\nLynnea in Eugene\nwww.eugenemanualtherapy.com\nErika in Portland\nwww.theyoniyurt.com\nHillary in Corvallis\nwww.pacificnorthwestbodywork.com\nAnna in Corvallis\nwww.burnettbodywork.com\nMachelle in Sherwood \nhttps://www.innerconnectionspdx.com/pelvicfloor.html. \n Andrea Thompson in Portland\nhttps://andreatlmt.com/index.php/welcome\nAbby Auch in Portland\nhttps://www.attunebodywork.com/\n Leslie Stager in California\nwww.LeslieStager.com\n  \nAdditionally\, registered students have the option to scribe/observe pelvic bodywork sessions prior to class\, with Anna’s clients in downtown Corvallis. If interested\, let Anna know. \n\nMentorship and More\nAfter training\, mentorship programs are available with both Leslie and Anna. As you integrate your pelvic bodywork skills and gain experience with your own clientele\, it is wildly helpful to have the guidance and insight of an experienced therapist. \nLeslie’s mentorship program is offered via the phone and involves talking through six case studies. Students receive support and advice one-on-one with Leslie. \nAnna’s mentorship program is offered in person in small group study cohorts. Mentorship includes case study analysis\, supervised community clinics\, and/or advanced pelvic education. \nAdditionally\, students who complete the Entering the Temple certification course in pelvic bodywork become eligible to take intermediate and advanced pelvic CEUs with Anna on topic such as: \n\nPelvic Ligaments\, Fascia\, and Scar Tissue\nVascular\, Lymphatic\, and Other Pelvic Fluid Dynamics\nThe Pelvic Neuromeningeal Network\nMale Pelvic Bodywork Certification\n\n\nAbout Your Instructors\n\nLeslie Stager\, RN\, LMT has been a foundational pillar for internal pelvic bodywork education for LMT’s in Oregon since 2012. She has taught annually in Oregon and across the country\, training hundreds of  massage therapists and midwives in this sacred work. Her career has been focused on women’s health since the 1980’s. First as a labor and delivery nurse\, then as a massage therapist and pelvic bodyworker\, Leslie has passionately explored\, practiced\, and taught about the rhythms\, rites\, and mysteries of the female body.She has studied pelvic floor therapy with physical therapists\, chiropractors\, and osteopaths\, including Lee Morgan\, DO\, Tami Kent PT\, Bryan Baisinger DC\,  Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation. Leslie is the author of Nurturing Massage for Pregnancy: A Practical Guide to Bodywork for the Perinatal Cycle (2009 Lippincott). Integrative Pelvic Bodywork and Maternity Massage Education are her legacy.\n  \n\n  \nAnna Burnett\, LMT  has been a LMT for 20 years and specializes in osteopathic manual therapy and internal pelvic bodywork. Anna has been a pelvic educator since 2021 through the Pelvic Wellness Collective. \nIn addition to her commitment to pelvic bodywork mastery\, Anna pursues ongoing training in visceral manipulation and neuromeningeal manipulation through the Barral Institute and is an IAHE certified teacher’s assistant. Click here to review Anna’s professional education and teaching experience.. \nAnna took Leslie’s Entering the Temple class in 2022\, with a deep appreciation for Leslie’s comprehensive and practical approach to training. Anna thinks Leslie’s course is the best choice for professionals looking for a solid foundation in pelvic bodywork skills. \nAs Leslie moves into a noble and nourishing Cronedom\, Anna is deeply honored and delighted to partner with her and take up the torch of teaching those who are called to this vital field of care. \n\nCancellation\, Sickness\, and Refund Policies\nRegistration deposit: Your deposit is non-refundable and non-transferrable. \nAvailable refunds: Your remaining tuition is 50% refundable up to two months prior to the first day of class\, and 25% refundable up to one month prior to the first day of class. Your tuition is no longer refundable within one month of the first class date. \nIn-person attendance: Late arrival or absence is not permitted during our in-person learning container. Late arrival or absences are considered a “no-show” and are not eligible for reimbursement. No reimbursement is available if you choose to depart from the program early. \nPayment prerequisite: Your participation in this program is contingent upon the fulfillment of all payment agreements two weeks prior to the first day of class. If you are unable to complete payment\, you are not eligible for reimbursement of any prior payments. This is considered a no-show. \nInstructor cancellation: In the case of a total course cancellation due to insufficient registrations or unforeseen circumstances\, you are eligible to receive a full reimbursement of funds paid (including your deposit). \nTransferrable tuition: In the event you are unable to attend the program\, your paid tuition might be fully transferrable to another student. Due to the intimate nature of this work and the careful application process\, transfer requests must be made a minimum of two weeks prior to the first day of class. Decision on the acceptance of a replacement student will be made by one week prior to the first class. Replacement students will be required to pay their own registration deposit. Replacement students can either pay their tuition directly or inherit your tuition. In the first case\, you would be eligible for a full refund. In the second situation\, you could make private reimbursement arrangements with your replacement\, if applicable. \nExceptions: Refunds or credits may be available in the case of an genuine emergency or a serious illness. A doctor’s note or another verification letter may be requested. Allow up to two weeks for a decision about exception requests. \nPayments: All refunds will be issued in the method originally paid\, or via Venmo/Paypal/Square/Zelle\, within 21 days of cancellation. Charges incurred by issuing refunds are the responsibility of the student receiving the refund\, and will be deducted from the refund\, unless the class is cancelled by the instructors. \nLiability: Any expenses incurred by the participant from charges that involve travel\, accommodations\, or other expenses related to attending a continuing education class are the sole responsibility of the participant\, as well as all risks associated with non-refundable\, non-endorsable\, non-changeable purchases. \nHealth Policy: It is the student’s responsibility to practice extra precautions in the weeks prior to class\, to help minimize risk of potential illness. Due to the nature of our close contact and hands-on work\, no one with symptoms of any potentially contagious sickness will be allowed to attend class. No refunds are available for sickness. We strongly encourage participants to minimize their exposure to all respiratory viruses in the weeks prior to class. Avoiding large and/or crowded gatherings is wise. If you come down with an illness\, contact us immediately to see if someone from the waiting list can take your spot. A tuition credit will be made available to you\, under these circumstances. \n  \n“May all beings everywhere be happy and free.”\nLokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu\, Sanskrit mantra
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/entering-the-temple-internal-bodywork-for-the-female-pelvis/
LOCATION:Corvallis\, OR\, Corvallis\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Classes,Module VI: Entering the Temple: Bodywork for the Pelvic Floor,Oregon,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:ENTERING THE TEMPLE: Bodywork for the Female Pelvic Floor: Oregon. IN-Person class JUNE 19-22\, 2025. Virtual classes MAY 12\,26\, June 2\, 9th.
DESCRIPTION:3-month training:  3 Zoom Pre-class meetings\, 1 Post-class meeting and 4-day In-person class. \n\nLOCATION:  Oregon\nDATES:  IN PERSON: April  25-28\, 2025\nPRE-CLASS Zoom Meetings: March 24\, 31\, April 7\,14.  6:00-8:00 PM Pacific Time. \nPOST-CLASS Zoom Meeting: June 2: 6-8 pm.\nDURATION: 50 hours (including 5 Zoom meetings\, homework & practice sessions.)\nTUITION: $1575. Ask about possible payment plans.   Check out Early Registration Details below!\nEARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS!\nPay in full by December 31\,  2024: $1375. ($200 off full tuition)                                   \nPay in full by February 25\, 2025: $1475 ($100 off full tuition)\nYOU MUST APPLY AND BE ACCEPTED INTO CLASS BEFORE PAYMENTS WILL BE TAKEN.  \n\nCOURSE DESCRIPTION \nMany clients are searching for skilled bodywork & compassionate presence to help them address their unique pelvic concerns. \nThis advanced professional therapeutic bodywork training infuses practical bodywork skills with reverence\, honor\, and recognition of the layers of tension\, fear\, pain\, and trauma that clients often hold in this area of the body. We tend to this portal of the potent ‘yoni-verse’ with great care. \nHere is a rare opportunity to join a circle of female licensed massage therapists\, midwives\, or others licensed to offer internal bodywork\, in a safe\, respectful\, nurturing environment. LMTs with this advanced training may practice internal bodywork in Oregon (OBMT Massage Board Rule (334-010-0029 Internal Cavity). We uphold respectful boundaries\, appropriate draping\, and a strong practice of confidentiality throughout. We will work in diads and triads with focus on musculo-skeletal concerns and psycho-emotional issues that often compound the physical. \nTOPICS INCLUDE: \n \n\nBenefits of pelvic bodywork\nPrevalence & Causes of Pelvic Dysfunction\nPelvic Anatomy and Physiology\nPalpate the internal and external pelvic floor muscles\, cervix\, uterus\nLearn to assess and treat pelvic muscle tension\, prolapse\, rectocele\, cystocele\, incontinence\nInternal treatments for Pregnancy\nPostnatal concerns\nPsycho-emotional-social-spiritual impacts of pelvic issues\nTrauma Tools\n4 hours of Ethics & Boundaries\nMarketing Considerations\n\nNOTE: This course does NOT include sexual touch\, tantric practices\, or sexologically related approaches \nWHY: Just like any muscle\, pelvic floor muscles develop scar tissue\, tension\, spasms\, imbalance. Many people suffer from hip\, back\, or pelvic pain\, sciatica\, or incontinence that stem from tension in obturator internus\, piriformis\, and levator ani muscles. This course will help you learn to offer internal bodywork with sensitivity\, compassion\, and skill. \nWHO: Designed for dedicated professionals interested in bodywork for the female pelvis who have fulfilled the prerequisite requirements\, and are willing to practice and receive internal pelvic floor (vaginal) bodywork with each other in a safe\, private\, and respectful environment. \n\nPREREQUISITES: \n1. Professional License in good standing. \n2. FIRST fill out Application and get Instructor Approval. Contact Leslie@lesliestager.com to get application or click application link. \n3. Before class: Experience at least one pelvic floor session from a licensed provider. Submit to Leslie a written Review after you have registered for class (ask her for guidelines for write up). \n4.Pre or Post Requisite Courses (or instructor approval of your background/experience) necessary for Full Integrative Pelvic Bodywork Certification: The Female Pelvis & The Belly or related courses. \nThink you’re qualified for class but don’t meet the prerequisites? Contact Leslie to ask about a waiver. \n\nCONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS: Three Options \n50 -hour Certificate of Attendance: After satisfactory completion of all hours for this course you will receive a Certificate of Achievement. \nAdvanced Certificate with Mentoring: Received after completing the 50-hour certificate and  6 reviewed case studies and mentoring with Leslie Stager. ($185 for review and certification) \nIntegrative Pelvic Bodywork Certificate: Complete the Advanced certification and take additional training courses of The Belly\, and The Female Pelvis to receive the Integrative Pelvic Bodywork Certificate\, indicating advanced training in pelvic manual therapy. \nNOTE : NCBTMB CE’s are NOT currently permitted for Entering The Temple\, but you will receive a CE certificate as proof of your hours\, which is accepted by OBMT. \n\nREGISTRATION: Admission is by Application only. NOTE: Before paying\, you must send in written application\, talk to Leslie\, and get instructor approval. \n\nINSTRUCTOR: Leslie Stager RN\, LMT. \nI’ve focused on women’s health since the 1980’s\, exploring\, practicing\, and teaching about the rhythms\, rites\, and mysteries of the female body. As a labor & delivery nurse I grew aware of the pelvic traumas that many endure and live with after birth\, with few avenues for help. In 2009 I successfully helped a client relieve 80% of her postnatal pelvic pain with one internal pelvic floor bodywork session. Inspired\, I pursued further studies\, including training with Tami Kent PT\, Bryan Baisinger DC\, John Barnes LMT\, Herman & Wallace\, and private studies with PT’s\, DC’s\, and an Osteopath\, Lee Morgan. Currently I have a private practice in Nevada City\, CA. Read more about Leslie. \nAPPLICATION
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/entering-the-temple-bodywork-for-the-female-pelvic-floor-oregon-in-person-class-june-19-22-virtual-classes-may-12-26-june-2-9/
LOCATION:{Portland\, Oregon}\, Portland\, United States\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Classes,Module VI: Entering the Temple: Bodywork for the Pelvic Floor,Oregon,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:May 4\, 2025 Breast Massage for Healthy Breasts. Portland\, OR
DESCRIPTION:5 NCBTMB CE’s! \nTIME: 9:30-3:30 PM \nTUITION: $165. \nCLASS IS FULL. Contact Leslie to be added to the wait list! \nEARLY DISCOUNT: Register By January 14\, 2025:  $145  \nLOCATION:  Portland\, OR \nIn the United States\, many massage practitioners often omit breast massage from their full body sessions\, a practice that differs from the European standard of care. The breasts\, however\, play a vital role in the energetic female body\, in sexual pleasure\, and in generating total nourishment for infants. This course offers insights into breast health and therapeutic breast massage. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nAnatomy and Physiology: Explore the intricacies of breast tissue\, gaining a deeper understanding of its structure and function. \nContraindications and Pathology: Learn when and how to approach breast massage\, and understand potential health concerns. \nNormalizing Therapeutic Touch: Discover the significance of incorporating breast massage into your practice\, promoting holistic well-being. \nInformed Consent: Understand the importance of obtaining informed consent from clients and how to navigate the necessary release forms. \nTechniques and Approaches: Master sidelying and semi-reclining approaches to provide a comfortable and effective breast massage experience. \nAddressing Common Breast Concerns: \n\nLactation Issues: Gain insights into supporting lactating individuals with massage techniques.\nClogged Ducts: Learn effective methods to address and alleviate clogged ducts.\nScar Tissue Management: Explore approaches for managing scar tissue resulting from breast reduction or enhancement surgeries.\nSelf Breast Massage: Empower your clients and yourself by practicing and teaching self-massage techniques for breast health.\n\nNote about breast massage in class: If you feel inhibited\, ashamed\, or insecure about touching one’s own or others’ breasts\, you’re not alone! In this class\, we’ll cultivate an environment of respect and curiosity about these potent glands that have the capacity to provide a complete food specifically designed for each individual baby. We will acknowledge both our anxiety and enthusiasm. Come discover the comfort and relief that comes of honoring breasts with massage!  We will practice self-breast massage\, draped or clothed\,  as well as  practice undraped directly on skin. There is the option to work through T-shirt or thin breast drape if undraping in class setting is not comfortable for you. \nPlease Note: This course does not cover techniques for individuals undergoing cancer treatment\, mastectomy\, or lymphectomy recovery. It focuses on promoting breast health and well-being. \nDon’t miss the opportunity to expand your knowledge and offer a more holistic approach to wellness in your practice! \nIMPORTANT PROTOCOLS FOR CLASS:  \n*** This class is designed for women and those identified as women.  \n*** Students are expected to be LMT or health care professional licensed to touch breast tissue. If not licensed\, please contact Leslie.  \n*** Students understand that full chest / breasts will be undraped and treated during class. \n*** Per OBMT requirement\, nipples and areolas may be exposed but not touched during treatment sequences. \n*** Professional standards and ethics will be upheld throughout class. Any student not adhering to course rules\, respect\, and standards will be immediately asked to leave the course and will receive neither course credit nor tuition refund.
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/may-4-2025-breast-massage-for-healthy-breasts-portland-or/
LOCATION:{Portland\, Oregon}\, Portland\, United States\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:BODYWORK TECHNIQUES FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH,Live Classes,Module V: Massage for Healthy Breasts,Oregon,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:ENTERING THE TEMPLE: Bodywork for the Female Pelvic Floor: Oregon. IN-Person class April 25-28\, 2025. Virtual classes March  24\, 31\, April 7\, 14.
DESCRIPTION:3-month training:  3 Zoom Pre-class meetings\, 1 Post-class meeting and 4-day In-person class. \n\nLOCATION:  Oregon\nDATES:  IN PERSON: April  25-28\, 2025\nPRE-CLASS Zoom Meetings: March 24\, 31\, April 7\,14.  6:00-8:00 PM Pacific Time. \nPOST-CLASS Zoom Meeting: June 2: 6-8 pm.\nDURATION: 50 hours (including 5 Zoom meetings\, homework & practice sessions.)\nTUITION: $1575. Ask about possible payment plans.   Check out Early Registration Details below!\nEARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS!\nPay in full by December 31\,  2024: $1375. ($200 off full tuition)                                   \nPay in full by February 25\, 2025: $1475 ($100 off full tuition)\nYOU MUST APPLY AND BE ACCEPTED INTO CLASS BEFORE PAYMENTS WILL BE TAKEN.  \n\nCOURSE DESCRIPTION \nMany clients are searching for skilled bodywork & compassionate presence to help them address their unique pelvic concerns. \nThis advanced professional therapeutic bodywork training infuses practical bodywork skills with reverence\, honor\, and recognition of the layers of tension\, fear\, pain\, and trauma that clients often hold in this area of the body. We tend to this portal of the potent ‘yoni-verse’ with great care. \nHere is a rare opportunity to join a circle of female licensed massage therapists\, midwives\, or others licensed to offer internal bodywork\, in a safe\, respectful\, nurturing environment. LMTs with this advanced training may practice internal bodywork in Oregon (OBMT Massage Board Rule (334-010-0029 Internal Cavity). We uphold respectful boundaries\, appropriate draping\, and a strong practice of confidentiality throughout. We will work in diads and triads with focus on musculo-skeletal concerns and psycho-emotional issues that often compound the physical. \nTOPICS INCLUDE: \n \n\nBenefits of pelvic bodywork\nPrevalence & Causes of Pelvic Dysfunction\nPelvic Anatomy and Physiology\nPalpate the internal and external pelvic floor muscles\, cervix\, uterus\nLearn to assess and treat pelvic muscle tension\, prolapse\, rectocele\, cystocele\, incontinence\nInternal treatments for Pregnancy\nPostnatal concerns\nPsycho-emotional-social-spiritual impacts of pelvic issues\nTrauma Tools\n4 hours of Ethics & Boundaries\nMarketing Considerations\n\nNOTE: This course does NOT include sexual touch\, tantric practices\, or sexologically related approaches \nWHY: Just like any muscle\, pelvic floor muscles develop scar tissue\, tension\, spasms\, imbalance. Many people suffer from hip\, back\, or pelvic pain\, sciatica\, or incontinence that stem from tension in obturator internus\, piriformis\, and levator ani muscles. This course will help you learn to offer internal bodywork with sensitivity\, compassion\, and skill. \nWHO: Designed for dedicated professionals interested in bodywork for the female pelvis who have fulfilled the prerequisite requirements\, and are willing to practice and receive internal pelvic floor (vaginal) bodywork with each other in a safe\, private\, and respectful environment. \n\nPREREQUISITES: \n1. Professional License in good standing. \n2. FIRST fill out Application and get Instructor Approval. Contact Leslie@lesliestager.com to get application or click application link. \n3. Before class: Experience at least one pelvic floor session from a licensed provider. Submit to Leslie a written Review after you have registered for class (ask her for guidelines for write up). \n4.Pre or Post Requisite Courses (or instructor approval of your background/experience) necessary for Full Integrative Pelvic Bodywork Certification: The Female Pelvis & The Belly or related courses. \nThink you’re qualified for class but don’t meet the prerequisites? Contact Leslie to ask about a waiver. \n\nCONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS: Three Options \n50 -hour Certificate of Attendance: After satisfactory completion of all hours for this course you will receive a Certificate of Achievement. \nAdvanced Certificate with Mentoring: Received after completing the 50-hour certificate and  6 reviewed case studies and mentoring with Leslie Stager. ($185 for review and certification) \nIntegrative Pelvic Bodywork Certificate: Complete the Advanced certification and take additional training courses of The Belly\, and The Female Pelvis to receive the Integrative Pelvic Bodywork Certificate\, indicating advanced training in pelvic manual therapy. \nNOTE : NCBTMB CE’s are NOT currently permitted for Entering The Temple\, but you will receive a CE certificate as proof of your hours\, which is accepted by OBMT. \n\nREGISTRATION: Admission is by Application only. NOTE: Before paying\, you must send in written application\, talk to Leslie\, and get instructor approval. \n\nINSTRUCTOR: Leslie Stager RN\, LMT. \nI’ve focused on women’s health since the 1980’s\, exploring\, practicing\, and teaching about the rhythms\, rites\, and mysteries of the female body. As a labor & delivery nurse I grew aware of the pelvic traumas that many endure and live with after birth\, with few avenues for help. In 2009 I successfully helped a client relieve 80% of her postnatal pelvic pain with one internal pelvic floor bodywork session. Inspired\, I pursued further studies\, including training with Tami Kent PT\, Bryan Baisinger DC\, John Barnes LMT\, Herman & Wallace\, and private studies with PT’s\, DC’s\, and an Osteopath\, Lee Morgan. Currently I have a private practice in Nevada City\, CA. Read more about Leslie. \nAPPLICATION
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/entering-the-temple-bodywork-for-the-female-pelvic-floor-oregon-in-person-class-april-25-28-2025-virtual-classes-march-24-31-april-7-14/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Live Classes,Oregon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T203000
DTSTAMP:20250319T200329Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T200329Z
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SUMMARY:March 26: FREE Q&A about Bodywork for the Female Pelvic Floor and Integrative Pelvic Bodywork
DESCRIPTION:Join Leslie Stager\, RN\, LMT for a FREE ZOOM meetup Q&A/informational to learn about becoming an Integrative Pelvic Floor Specialist in the class coming MAY/JUNE 2025\n  \nENTERING THE TEMPLE: BODYWORK FOR THE FEMALE PELVIC FLOOR. \nWHEN:   March 26\, 7:30-8:30 PM Pacific Time. \nLMT’s in Oregon are licensed to perform internal pelvic floor bodywork with advanced training. Learn more about the benefits of internal pelvic floor bodywork\, and how you might it in your practice. LMT’s have the ability to offer a holistic\, nurturing experience with their hands-on musculoskeletal bodywork skills. Midwives and other hands-on providers are also well suited to learn this work. \nJoin the zoom talk to learn more about this practice and the class\, Meet Leslie Stager\, Ask questions\, and see what it’s all about! \nREGISTER // ADD EVENT  TO  CART  HERE TO  GET  ZOOM  LINK  EMAILED  TO  YOU!
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/march-26-free-qa-about-bodywork-for-the-female-pelvic-floor-and-integrative-pelvic-bodywork/
LOCATION:ONLINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:BODYWORK TECHNIQUES FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH,Module VI: Entering the Temple: Bodywork for the Pelvic Floor,Oregon,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240826T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240826T170000
DTSTAMP:20240828T010612Z
CREATED:20240827T224709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T010612Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Q&A about the class Bodywork for the Female Pelvic Floor
DESCRIPTION:Join Leslie Stager\, RN\, LMT to hear about ENTERING THE TEMPLE: BODYWORK FOR THE FEMALE PELVIC FLOOR class in April 2025. -3-4 PM PST: October 7\, 2024 \, or 7-8 PM PST: December 1st\, 2024. \nWHO is this class for? For bodywork professionals licensed to work internally\, or practitioners who want to learn about their own internal musculature and pelvic energetics for personal or professional reasons. In addition to oral work\, in Oregon\, massage therapists with advanced training are in scope of practice to work on the internal musculature of the pelvic floor–vaginally or rectally. \nWHAT is this work? After working externally on the pelvis and belly\, (Leslie has classes in that work as well)\, it may be provident to work on the internal pelvic muscles\, including coccygeus\, piriformis\, obturator internus\, and levator ani muscles. This work can help relieve pelvic\, sacral\, hip/lowback/leg pain that has been unrelieved by external work. It also addresses issues of incontinence\, organ prolapse\, as well as general energetic disconnect that develops for many from living in a linear world\, experiencing abuse\, giving birth\, and many other reasons. \nCome join a zoom talk to learn more about the class\, Meet Leslie Stager\, Ask questions\, and see what it’s all about!
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/free-qa-about-the-class-bodywork-for-the-female-pelvic-floor/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:36 hour bodywork for womens health Training,BODYWORK TECHNIQUES FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH,Module VI: Entering the Temple: Bodywork for the Pelvic Floor,Online Zoom Webinar,Oregon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240408T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240408T153000
DTSTAMP:20240208T190450Z
CREATED:20231114T220428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T190450Z
UID:16360-1712568600-1712590200@lesliestager.com
SUMMARY:April 8\, 2024: BREAST MASSAGE FOR HEALTHY BREASTS
DESCRIPTION:5 NCBTMB CE’s! \nIn the United States\, many massage practitioners often omit breast massage from their full body sessions\, a practice that differs from the European standard of care. The breasts\, however\, play a vital role in the energetic female body\, in sexual pleasure\, and in generating total nourishment for infants. This course offers insights into breast health and therapeutic breast massage. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nAnatomy and Physiology: Explore the intricacies of breast tissue\, gaining a deeper understanding of its structure and function. \nContraindications and Pathology: Learn when and how to approach breast massage\, and understand potential health concerns. \nNormalizing Therapeutic Touch: Discover the significance of incorporating breast massage into your practice\, promoting holistic well-being. \nInformed Consent: Understand the importance of obtaining informed consent from clients and how to navigate the necessary release forms. \nTechniques and Approaches: Master sidelying and semi-reclining approaches to provide a comfortable and effective breast massage experience. \nAddressing Common Breast Concerns: \n\nLactation Issues: Gain insights into supporting lactating individuals with massage techniques.\nClogged Ducts: Learn effective methods to address and alleviate clogged ducts.\nScar Tissue Management: Explore approaches for managing scar tissue resulting from breast reduction or enhancement surgeries.\nSelf Breast Massage: Empower your clients and yourself by practicing and teaching self-massage techniques for breast health.\n\nNote about breast massage in class: If you feel inhibited\, ashamed\, or insecure about touching one’s own or others’ breasts\, you’re not alone! In this class\, we’ll cultivate an environment of respect and curiosity about these potent glands that have the capacity to provide a complete food specifically designed for each individual baby. We will acknowledge both our anxiety and enthusiasm. Come discover the comfort and relief that comes of honoring breasts with massage!  We will practice self-breast massage\, draped or clothed\,  as well as  practice undraped directly on skin. There is the option to work through T-shirt or thin breast drape if undraping in class setting is not comfortable for you. \nPlease Note: This course does not cover techniques for individuals undergoing cancer treatment\, mastectomy\, or lymphectomy recovery. It focuses on promoting breast health and well-being. \nDon’t miss the opportunity to expand your knowledge and offer a more holistic approach to wellness in your practice! \nIMPORTANT PROTOCOLS FOR CLASS:  \n*** Male practitioners may be required to bring a volunteer with breasts to work on. Please confirm this with Leslie.  \n*** Students are expected to be LMT or health care professional licensed to touch breast tissue. If not licensed\, please contact Leslie.  \n*** Students understand that full chest / breasts will be undraped and treated during class. \n*** Per OBMT requirement\, nipples and areolas may be exposed but not touched during treatment sequences. \n*** Professional standards and ethics will be upheld throughout class. Any student not adhering to course rules\, respect\, and standards will be immediately asked to leave the course and will receive neither course credit nor tuition refund. \nTUITION: $145 \n			\n							REGISTER FOR CLASS HERE
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/breast-massage-for-healthy-breasts/
LOCATION:Next Level Institute\, 33866 SE Eastgate Circle\, Corvallis\, OR\, 97333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Classes,Module V: Massage for Healthy Breasts,Oregon
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Stager":MAILTO:leslie@lesliestager.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230515
DTSTAMP:20230724T042213Z
CREATED:20211111T170040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T042213Z
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SUMMARY:The Belly
DESCRIPTION:The Belly \nDate: May 14\, 2023:  9:00-4:30 PM \nTUITION: $175 \nLocation: Portland/Vancouver(TBD) \nA focused belly session can be even more relaxing and potent than a full body massage\, –but it requires attention\, intention\, and slow careful listening to allow the layers of protection to dissolve. \nLearn abdominal work that encourages deep relaxation and healthy digestion. We use techniques that support peristalsis\, reduce heartburn and constipation\, nourish the kidneys\, free the respiratory diaphragm\, reduce scar tissue\, and help clients regain connection to their Center of energy. \nAs the layers release\, we can move in even more deeply to palpate uterus and ovaries\, round ligament\, and other pelvic structures and apply deep and subtle abdominal techniques to mobilize the womb\, increase circulation\, and reduce adhesions\, menstrual cramps\, pelvic pain\, and mild organ prolapse. \nWhat You’ll Learn in The Belly Class: \n\nAbdominal techniques to encourage deep relaxation and healthy digestion\nTechniques to support peristalsis and reduce heartburn & constipation\nTechniques to nourish kidneys\, & free respiratory diaphragm\nAbdominal scar tissue reduction\nRestore connection to center of energy\nPalpation of Uterus\, Ovaries\, Bladder (more info in Fertility and Menstruation classes)\nDeep and subtle abdominal techniques to mobilize the womb\, increase circulation\, and reduce adhesions\, menstrual cramps\, pelvic pain\, and mild organ prolapse.\n\nRead more
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/module-iithe-belly-root-portland-oregon-2-2-2/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:36 hour bodywork for womens health Training,Advanced Techniques,Live Classes,Module II: The Belly Root,Oregon,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Stager":MAILTO:leslie@lesliestager.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230514
DTSTAMP:20230223T234849Z
CREATED:20211113T130402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T234849Z
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SUMMARY:The Female Pelvis
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: Portland/Vancouver area (TBD). \nTUITION: $285 \nINSTRUCTOR: Leslie Stager RN\, LMT \nIt’s the temple of our creative energy and the root of our spine\, yet we often feel disconnected or experience pelvic pain and instability. Learn to palpate the pelvic bones\, ligaments\, and muscles and practice techniques to enhance mobility and comfort to the sacro-iliac joint\, hips\, free the sacrum or “sacred bone” and work with deep pelvic floor muscles external boney attachments. These techniques are useful for your male clients as well\, but we will be focused specifically on female clients and their concerns. \nWhat’s included: \n\nPalpation of boney pelvis and muscle attachments\nEnhance mobility\, balance\, comfort of SI-joint\, sacrum\, pelvis.\nSI Joint Release\nRebalancing Sacrum/SI Joint\nReleasing external attachments of Obturator Internus\nSacroTuberous Ligament Release\nSacral Stimulation & CST\nPostural Awareness Technique\nOptions for prone\, supine\, and sidelying positioning\n\nRead more
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/module-i-the-female-pelvis-portland-oregon-copy/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Live Classes,Module I The Female Pelvis,Oregon,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Stager":MAILTO:leslie@lesliestager.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221023T170000
DTSTAMP:20220810T035238Z
CREATED:20220810T034840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T035238Z
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SUMMARY:PRENATAL MASSAGE CERTIFICATION
DESCRIPTION:This class is taught by Chelsey Swan\, LMT CEIM. Register through her!\nPrenatal Bodywork Training with Chelsey Swan\, LMT\, CEIM\nOctober 2022: Hampton Inn & Suites Hillsboro/Portland\, OREGON\n \n**Pregnancy Massage Fundamentals October 20th\, Thu 9am-6pm $200\, 8CEs\nPrerequisites: current student that has passed Massage Fundamentals or current LMT \n**Prenatal Bodywork Training October 20-23rd\, Thu-Sun 9am-6pm $800\, 32CEs\nPrerequisites: current student with > 200 hours training or current LMT \nStudents may register for the one day Fundamentals class or the four day comprehensive certificate. Pregnancy is a unique 9-month experience accompanied by physical adaptations of posture\, pelvic floor\, low back and breasts and leading to a variety of musculo-skeletal complaints. In the Prenatal Bodywork Training\, you’ll gain respect for this potent rite of passage\, while learning advanced manual therapy techniques to address common pregnancy concerns including sacro-iliac joint pain\, leg cramps\, uterine ligament spasms\, and more. Gain confidence with draping and positioning\, recognize the difference between pregnancy massage myths and real precautions\, and offer effective bodywork techniques that address client’s shifting needs from conception to birth. The full 32-hour class includes an exam and a 1.5 hour supervised pregnancy massage clinic where students must demonstrate proficiency. \n*This course was adapted by Leslie Stager’s Touch For Birth prenatal bodywork series. Detailed information about the class can be found here: \nhttps://www.swanperinatalservices.com/prenatal-massage-classes \nTo register\, contact Chelsey directly at cswan.lmt@gmail.com
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/14581/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Fundamentals,Oregon,Prenatal Certification,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201113T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201113T183000
DTSTAMP:20200209T175432Z
CREATED:20190208T083341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200209T175432Z
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SUMMARY:Breast Massage for Healthy Breasts {Portland\, OREGON}
DESCRIPTION:4 NCBTMB CE’s \nMost massage practitioners in the United States don’t include breasts in their full body massage sessions\, whereas in Europe it is standard of care during massage. Breasts are an amazing part of our body that can create and provide complete nourishment for a baby.  When breasts are restrained in underwire bras\, women develop fibrous tissue and restricted lymphatic flow from constant compression. \nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN \n\nLearn A&P of breast tissue\nContraindications/Pathology\nNormalize  touching breasts from a therapeutic standpoint\nExplore ways of easily incorporating breast massage into your practice\nInformed consent release forms\nSidelying and semi-reclining approaches\n\nWe will address common breast concerns: \n\n   Lactation issues\n   Clogged ducts\n   Lymphatic flow\n   Scar tissue from breast reduction or enhancement\n   Self Breast Massage\n\n  \nNOTE: This class does NOT cover techniques for cancer\, mastectomy or lymphectomy recovery. \nIn states where breast massage is not within the scope of practice\, we can still discuss benefits and precautions and self-massage techniques that can be taught to clients\, to support breast health.
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/breast-massage-for-healthy-breasts-portland-oregon/
LOCATION:{Oregon School of Massage\, Portland\, OREGON}\, Oregon School of Massage\, 9500 Southwest Barbur Boulevard #100\, Portland\, OR\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:36 hour bodywork for womens health Training,Live Classes,Module V: Massage for Healthy Breasts,Oregon,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201113T133000
DTSTAMP:20200209T175048Z
CREATED:20190208T080013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200209T175048Z
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SUMMARY:Bodywork for Women’s Health: Womb and Pelvic Self-Care Massage: {Portland\, OREGON}
DESCRIPTION:There is an urgent need for restoration of feminine energy that may temper the patriarchal energy dominating most world societies. Through dynamic womb cycles\, from menarche to menopause\, our bodies regularly engage in ingestion\, digestion\, release\, and renewal with or without our conscious awareness. Gain more familiarity with your physical and energetic womb\, ovaries\, and pelvis\, and learn self-care bodywork techniques to re-member\, reconnect\, and revitalize this energy center that can be a deep resource in which to rest and draw on for support and inner wisdom. \n\nBenefits of Pelvic & Womb Bodywork\nAnatomy of muscles\, bones\, organs of the female deep pelvis and pelvic floor\nPalpate your own and other’s uterus/ovaries \nLearn self-care massage techniques for your womb and deep pelvis\nPelvic Floor Calisthenics: Kegels—the myths and realities\nThe Art of Yoni Steaming and Castor Oil Packs\nVisualizations to support Pelvic Connection\n\nGain new awareness of and relationship to your Root. \nThis class is highly recommended prior to taking the advanced class for bodyworkers: Entering The Temple: Bodywork for the Female Pelvic Floor. \n 
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/pelvic-self-care-for-women/
LOCATION:{Portland\, Oregon}\, Portland\, United States\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:36 hour bodywork for womens health Training,BODYWORK TECHNIQUES FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH,Oregon,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200724T180000
DTSTAMP:20200212T194406Z
CREATED:20200201T170051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200212T194406Z
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Prenatal Massage (Portland\, Oregon) JULY
DESCRIPTION:JULY 24-27\,2020 REGISTER AT OREGON SCHOOL OF MASSAGE Call : (800) 844-3420 \nYour new Client is pregnant: \nDo you know if your bodywork modality is contraindicated during pregnancy? \nWhat if she can’t lay comfortably on her side\, nor safely on her back? \nWhat if she has uterine contractions during a session? \nMost practitioners see an occasional pregnant client\, but few know the PRIMARY Concerns\,  the Benefits\, or the protocols that ensure optimum care for their client! \nLearn to practice safely and effectively with greater confidence while dispelling the myths about massage during pregnancy! \nPregnancy Massage Fundamentals presents essential guidelines that improve your body mechanics\, increase your options for optimal positioning and draping\, and create greater comfort for your clients. \nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN: \n** Pregnancy physiology that affects your bodywork practice.** Prenatal massage Precautions and Contraindications** Signs and symptoms of pregnancy Pathologies** Positioning and Draping options** Clarification of myths vs realities about pregnancy massage** Massage benefits for women and baby in-utero** Practice adaptations through the trimesters** Ways to optimize circulation\, decrease edema\, and support uterine ligaments in sidelying position. \nThis class is the First day of the 4-day 32-hour Prenatal Bodywork Training & Certification. \nADVANCED CERTIFICATION: Combine this course with the classes: Prenatal Bodywork Practicum\, Massage & Acupressure for Birth\, and Bodywork for the New Mother\, along with a written exam\, a project\, and case studies\, to receive  the 65-hour MotherTouch Maternity Massage Certification. \nThere are no upcoming events.
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/fundamentals-of-prenatal-massage-portland-oregon/
LOCATION:{Oregon School of Massage\, Portland\, OREGON}\, Oregon School of Massage\, 9500 Southwest Barbur Boulevard #100\, Portland\, OR\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundamentals,Live Classes,Maternity Massage Certification,Oregon,Prenatal Certification,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Stager":MAILTO:leslie@lesliestager.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200728
DTSTAMP:20200209T173831Z
CREATED:20171025T164921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200209T173831Z
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SUMMARY:MotherTouch Prenatal Bodywork Certification{Portland\, OREGON}
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER & PAY DIRECTLY THROUGH OREGON SCHOOL OF MASSAGE \n503 244 3420 \nMotherTouch™ Prenatal Bodywork Certification is a 32-hour comprehensive and holistic Certification program consisting of the MotherTouchFundamentals of Pregnancy Massage and the Pregnancy Massage Practicum. \n \nDrawing wisdom from multi-cultural birthing practices\, MotherTouch™ offers a truly holistic prenatal massage program addressing both the physiological and emotional changes women undergo as they become Mother. \nLearn bodywork benefits\, precautions\, risk symptoms\, and practice a wide variety of hands-on manual techniques to support a pregnant woman\, including pelvic rebalancing\, acupressure\, labor preparation\, high risk concerns\, and more. \nLeslie approaches MotherTouch with reverence and deep appreciation for this rite of passage\, weaving focused bodywork skills\, anatomy and physiology education\, pregnancy pathology\, hours of hands-on practice of advanced bodywork techniques\, story-telling\, and personal sharing during the 4 days together. \nStudents will build their confidence throughout the weekend and during the supervised pregnancy clinic\, and develop a strong skill base to utilize in their maternity massage practice. \nUpon successful completion of the extensive hands-on training\, lecture\, participatory discussion\, pregnancy clinic as well as a written exam\, the student will be certified as a MotherTouch™ Prenatal Bodywork Practitioner. \nPREREQUISITES: \n\nMust be licensed as massage therapist\, or close to completion of massage school.\nMust purchase and read before class chapters 1-5 of Leslie’s book Nurturing Massage for Pregnancy: A Practical Guide to Bodywork for the Perinatal Cycle.\n\nPLEASE NOTE: This is a CERTIFICATION program. Certification is given when certain criteria are met and a specified skill level is demonstrated. A student may be required to register for individualized mentoring if the instructor perceives the student needs more one-to-one attention for full integration of the class material. There will be no charge for the first hour of mentoring in this case. If further instruction is required\, the student may be required to pay up to $40/hour for private tutoring. \nThe student reserves the right to receive only the standard 32-hour CE Certificate of Attendance in lieu of the full MotherTouch Prenatal Bodywork Certification. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/mothertouch-prenatal-bodywork-certification-oregon-2/
LOCATION:{Oregon School of Massage\, Portland\, OREGON}\, Oregon School of Massage\, 9500 Southwest Barbur Boulevard #100\, Portland\, OR\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Classes,Oregon,Prenatal Certification,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon School of Massage":MAILTO:leslie@lesliestager.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191115T180000
DTSTAMP:20190815T130559Z
CREATED:20180114T185948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190815T130559Z
UID:1958-1573808400-1573840800@lesliestager.com
SUMMARY:MotherTouch Bodywork for the New Mother{Portland\, OREGON}
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER & PAY AT OREGON SCHOOL OF MASSAGE! \nA postnatal woman is nothing like your non-pregnant client! She has an array of new needs and specific risks that bodyworkers must be aware of. \nUtilizing a variety of bodywork techniques we address concerns related to the postnatal belly\, lactating breasts\, cesarean section\, emotional realities\, how to work with her And baby\, and ways to honor and support her reincorporation as a new Mother! \nThis class is taught by Katie Rhyne\, LMT\, one of Leslie’s teachers of MotherTouch bodywork who specializes in Postnatal and family bodywork. \n 
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/mothertouch-bodywork-for-the-new-mother-oregon/
LOCATION:{Oregon School of Massage\, Portland\, OREGON}\, Oregon School of Massage\, 9500 Southwest Barbur Boulevard #100\, Portland\, OR\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Classes,New Mother bodywork,Oregon,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon School of Massage":MAILTO:leslie@lesliestager.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191112T133000
DTSTAMP:20191007T153752Z
CREATED:20170405T012908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T153752Z
UID:1271-1573549200-1573565400@lesliestager.com
SUMMARY:Pregnancy: Massage & Acupressure for Birth{Portland\, OREGON}
DESCRIPTION:Pregnancy: Massage & Acupressure for Birth \nCourse Hours: 4.5\nNCBTMB Approved Course:Yes\nDescription: REGISTER AT OREGON SCHOOL OF MASSAGE\nThis class covers basic massage techniques\, acupressure points\, relaxation and positioning\, as well as multi-cultural touch techniques to help ease the pain of labor and possibly assist in a faster\, less complicated delivery. After a quick review of labor and birth physiology\, the class offers abundant hands-on practice with acupressure\, belly rub\, ways of calming anxiety\, easing back pain\, increasing contractions\, use of rebozo\, and much more! You may bring a pregnant volunteer to class to practice techniques with. The practical segment will be followed by a video that discusses and demonstrates the use of nurturing touch during 4 births. Be prepared to work in various positions and labor-like situations! Loose or stretchy clothing is recommended. This class is open to LMT’s\, birth professionals\, and birth companions\, and is part of OSM’s Maternity Massage Certification. This class is part of the Maternity Massage Certificate Program.\nPrerequisites: None. Open to Doulas\, Birth professionals\, Pregnant couples\, massage students and therapists\nInstructor: Stager
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/pregnancy-massage-acupressure-birth-oregon/
LOCATION:{Oregon School of Massage\, Portland\, OREGON}\, Oregon School of Massage\, 9500 Southwest Barbur Boulevard #100\, Portland\, OR\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Classes,Massage for Birth,Oregon,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon School of Massage":MAILTO:leslie@lesliestager.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181117T173000
DTSTAMP:20180913T185619Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T185619Z
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SUMMARY:Module I: The Female Pelvis{Portland\, OREGON}
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION must be done through Oregon School of Massage. \n7 1/2 NCBTMB CE’s \nPrerequisite: Massage Therapist \nIt’s the temple of our creative energy and the root of our spine\, yet we often feel disconnected or experience pelvic pain and instability. Learn to palpate the pelvic bones\, ligaments\, and muscles and practice techniques to enhance mobility and comfort to the sacro-iliac joint\, hips\, free the sacrum or “sacred bone” and work with deep pelvic floor muscles external boney attachments. These techniques are useful for your male clients as well\, but we will be focused specifically on female clients and their concerns. \nWhat’s included: \n\nPalpation of boney pelvis and muscle attachments\nEnhance mobility\, balance\, comfort of SI-joint\, sacrum\, pelvis.\nSI Joint Release\nRebalancing Sacrum/SI Joint\nReleasing external attachments of Obturator Internus\nSacroTuberous Ligament Release\nSacral Stimulation & CST\nPostural Awareness Technique\nOptions for prone\, supine\, and sidelying positioning\n\nModule II follows this course with more in-depth focus on the belly\, womb\, and ovaries.
URL:https://lesliestager.com/calendar/module-i-the-female-pelvis-portland-oregon/
LOCATION:{Oregon School of Massage\, Portland\, OREGON}\, Oregon School of Massage\, 9500 Southwest Barbur Boulevard #100\, Portland\, OR\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Classes,Module I The Female Pelvis,Oregon,Upcoming Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Stager":MAILTO:leslie@lesliestager.com
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