Continuing Education
ASHA is proud to host a wide variety of High-Quality, In-Person Continuing Education courses as well as Online Continuing Education courses.
Please note that the instructors for each class handle the registration and payment for their classes individually. Any and all questions should be directed to the class instructor.
Seated Techniques for the Upper Body
There are situations that most therapists encounter, in which a client is unable or unwilling to lie down on a table. This inability may be due to a physical limitation, an emotional issue, or even due to the nature of the bodywork situation, such as chair massage settings or time constraints. In this six hour CE class, students will be combining polarity and visceral mobilization techniques to address upper body complaints. A curious and open attitude during the initial assessment can give the client confidence that their needs will be addressed respectfully and appropriately, as well as give them satisfying results without the need to lie down or remove clothing.
This class is the 4th in a series designed to grow the ability to deeply listen to the body’s systems and how they interact.
https://unburdenedbodywork.com
Instructor: Ellen Santistevan
Dates: 9 October 2026. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; 1 hour for lunch at 1 pm
Location: ASHA Massage School
CE Hours: 6 hours (NCBTMB Approved)
Price: $175 + tax ($188.34)
If students want to pay by cash they should contact Ellen by email or text first.
Phone Number: 505-250-4483
Email: ellen@unburdenedbodywork.com
Yoga for the Energy Centers, A 7 Week Chakra Series
Yoga for the Energy Centers, A 7 Week Chakra Series
Energy and heart coherence through movement, breath, and intention.
Yoga for the Energy Centers is a 7-week Chakra Series for energy and heart coherence through movement, breath, and intention. No prior yoga experience needed. Come experience Kundalini and Hatha Yoga, HeartMath Heart Coherence, meditation, and breathing practices to transform body and mind.
Bring a yoga mat, water, and an open heart.
Instructor: Lesley Toser
Dates: Saturdays, October 10 – November 21, 2026 (7 weeks), 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Location: ASHA Massage School
CE Hours: None (wellness class, no CE credit)
Price: $119 for the series · $22 drop-in
Register: Cash, check, or Venmo @LesleyToser, or email drlesleytoser@gmail.com and she can send a link that accepts any form of payment.
Section 2: Risky Business
Massage therapists work in one of the most intimate professional settings, where maintaining clear professional boundaries is essential.
This course explores ethical challenges that can arise in practice and the potential consequences of boundary crossings.
Participants will discuss real-life scenarios and gain practical insight into navigating complex professional situations. Bring your stories and be prepared to share
.**Refund policy: 80% up to 30 days before class; 50% up to one week before class; no refunds less than one week before the class.
https://unburdenedbodywork.com
Instructor: Ellen Santistevan
Dates: October 23 2026. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
Location: ASHA Massage School
CE Hours: 4 hours (NCBTMB Approved)
Price: $110 + tax.
If students want to pay by cash they should contact Ellen by email or text first.
Phone Number: 505-250-4483
Email: ellen@unburdenedbodywork.com
Advanced Massage Techniques for Eclectic Bodyworkers:
Use both light AND deep pressure modalities, and learn how to engage your client’s nervous system to help with healing.
Advanced Massage Techniques for Eclectic Bodyworkers
This course explores the art of working with both light and deep pressure modalities — and how to engage your client’s nervous system to support the healing process.
Topics covered include Reciprocal Inhibition techniques to help release hypertonic muscles, Unique Spinal Twists, Hip Balancing, and Head/Neck Centering Techniques, using the forearms as tools in a confident and mindful way, and Energetic Holds to balance deep tissue work and activate the client’s natural healing mechanism.
Designed for massage therapists with at least two years of experience.
Instructor: Niki Feldman
Dates: November 14 & 15, 2026. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat lunch 12:30–2:00 PM · Sun lunch 1:15–2:45 PM
Location: 4600 Copper Ave. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87108
CE Hours: 6 CE hours per day · 12 total · NM Massage Board Approved
Price: $300
Register: Email nwfeldman@gmail.com
Payment: venmo.com/u/Niki-Feldman
Ki Results: Practical Approaches to Craniosacral Therapy in Everyday Treatments
Ki Results: Practical Approaches to Craniosacral Therapy in Everyday Treatments
This 12-hour continuing education course, Ki Results: Practical Approaches with Craniosacral Therapy for Everyday Treatments, offers a hands-on exploration of Craniosacral Therapy and its gentle, focused techniques.
Designed for both newer and experienced bodywork professionals, this course teaches participants to recognize and work with restrictions through the head, spine, sacrum, and associated membranes while developing a more refined sense of listening through the hands.
Rather than learning Craniosacral Therapy as an isolated technique, participants explore practical ways to integrate this work into the treatments they already provide. The techniques can also be brought together as a stand-alone session, giving therapists more options for responding to what they notice in each client’s body.
Through demonstration, hands-on practice, and guided exploration, participants develop skills they can begin incorporating into their work immediately.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for licensed massage therapists and bodywork professionals looking to expand their toolkit with a versatile, client-friendly modality that delivers impactful results.
Why Take This Course?
Cranial Sacral Therapy is a powerful yet gentle approach to addressing physical, emotional, and energetic imbalances. By mastering these techniques, you’ll be able to offer profound relief and relaxation to your clients, setting yourself apart in the field of bodywork and enhancing your practice’s versatility and effectiveness.
Instructor: Lisa Keplinger
Dates: July 10 & 11, 2027 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (short breaks only)
Location: ASHA Massage School
CE Hours: 12 CE Creditas
Price: $345
Ki Results: Practical Approaches with Lymphatic Drainage
Ki Results: Practical Approaches with Lymphatic Drainage
Lymphatic drainage is a gentle and versatile approach that can add another layer of understanding to the way massage therapists work with the body. From relaxation and seasonal congestion to swelling and recovery, understanding the lymphatic system gives practitioners more options for responding thoughtfully to what each client brings to the table.
This hands-on 12-hour continuing education course is designed to help massage therapists have a better understanding of the lymphatic system and confidently integrate lymphatic drainage into everyday treatments. Participants explore the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system, from superficial pathways to deeper structures, while developing an understanding of how lymphatic function relates to fluid movement, immune function, and overall wellbeing.
Throughout the course, participants learn practical techniques that can be adapted for a variety of client needs, including relaxation, allergies and sinus congestion, swelling, inflammation, and general lymphatic support. Rather than relying on a rigid protocol, the emphasis is on understanding what you are doing and why—learning to notice what is present, consider the client’s goals and health history, and make thoughtful choices about when and how lymphatic techniques may be appropriate.
Special emphasis is placed on integration. Lymphatic drainage does not have to exist separately from the bodywork you already provide. Individual techniques can be incorporated into a traditional massage session or brought together to create a stand-alone lymphatic treatment, giving practitioners greater flexibility in responding to each client.
The gentle nature of lymphatic work also offers an opportunity to explore pacing, pressure, body mechanics, and the practitioner’s own presence. Through demonstration, hands-on practice, and guided exploration, participants develop skills they can begin incorporating into their work immediately.
This course offers an accessible introduction to a deep and expansive modality—one that invites continued learning, curiosity, and exploration.
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify key anatomical structures and pathways of the lymphatic system
- Explain the physiological role of the lymphatic system and its relationship to fluid balance and immune function.
- Apply lymphatic drainage techniques safely and effectively
- Recognize when lymphatic drainage may be appropriate within a treatment session
- Integrate lymphatic techniques into existing massage sessions or bring them together as a stand-alone service
- Adapt techniques based on client goals, health history, and presenting concerns
- Apply appropriate pacing, pressure, and body mechanics to support both client comfort and practitioner longevity
Instructor: Lisa Keplinger
Dates: July 14 & 15, 2027 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (short breaks only)
Location: ASHA Massage School
CE Hours: 12 CE Creditas
Price: $345
Ki Results: Keystone Principles of The Face, Neck and Head
Ki Results: Keystone Principles of The Face, Neck and Head
Ki Results: Keystone Principles for the Head, Neck, and Face
The head, neck, and face are complex, highly interconnected areas of the body where tension, movement, sensation, and nervous system activity continually influence one another. Understanding these relationships gives massage therapists more options for working thoughtfully and effectively with this often-challenging region.
This hands-on 12-hour continuing education course explores the anatomy of the head, neck, and face from superficial layers to deeper structures, with an emphasis on understanding when, why, and how to apply different approaches. Participants learn to recognize relationships between tissues and structures rather than simply memorizing individual techniques.
Throughout the course, we draw from Myofascial Techniques, Craniosacral Therapy, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue and other complementary approaches to explore ways of working with common client concerns such as tension, headaches, jaw discomfort and holding patterns, neck discomfort, facial tension, and nervous system stress.
Rather than following a single protocol, participants are encouraged to notice what is present, consider the relationships throughout the region, and make thoughtful choices about how they work. Techniques can be incorporated into full-body massage sessions, used to create more focused treatments, or adapted to complement the bodywork practitioners already provide.
Special attention is given to pressure, pacing, positioning, body mechanics, and practitioner presence. Through demonstration, hands-on practice, and guided exploration, participants develop a broader understanding of this interconnected region and practical skills they can begin incorporating into their work immediately.
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify key anatomical structures of the head, neck, and face
- Describe tissue relationships and nervous system influences within the region
- Apply techniques safely and appropriately
- Integrate techniques from multiple bodywork approaches
- Consider client goals, health history, and presenting concerns when choosing an approach
- Apply techniques for common patterns of tension and discomfort in the head, neck, jaw, and face
- Communicate with clients about the purpose and intention of techniques being used
- Apply appropriate positioning, pacing, pressure, and body mechanics to support practitioner longevity.
Instructor: Lisa Keplinger
Dates: July 17 & 18, 2027 12:00 – 6:00 pm both days
Location: ASHA Massage School
CE Hours: 12 CE credits
Price: $345
Continuing Education Online:
ASHA is proud to partner with Niel Asher Education & NAT Global to provide access to online Continuing Education Courses!
Disclaimer: Please check with your state board to confirm what classes may be taken online to fulfill licensure requirements.