AHS Seminar Dates and Descriptions

• All seminars are 6 CEUs and run from 9:00am to 4:00pm, unless otherwise noted
• The fee for all Seminars is $100 unless otherwise noted.
• All registration deadlines are one week prior to the seminar date.
• Seminars are subject to cancellation if minimum attendance requirements are not met by registration deadline.
• Please call for physical address locations: 888-375-7245

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January 9, 2010: instructor Chris Holmes- Grand Rapids- Blue Heron Academy
Muscle Stretching and Strengthening
Understanding the "how and why" will help gain a better understanding of "what and when." This seminar will teach you why certain stretches work on your clients and when to use them: improving form, developing symmetry, rehabilitating from injury or accident and avoiding injuries or surgeries all together. This seminar will teach you stretches to effect the entire body. Wear comfortable clothing
Registration Deadline: January 4

January 16, 2010: instructor Diane Chapel-Dorow- Lansing- Blue Heron Academy
Herbal First Aid
Take a natural approach to first aid! From indigestion to strains & sprains, bee stings to headaches; in this seminar you will discuss, make, and take home several herbal and holistic remedies for your general first aid needs.
Fees for this seminar include an additional $20.00 for product costs.
Registration Deadline: January 11

January 23, 2010: instructor Christine Sharp- Traverse City- Blue Heron Academy
Pregnancy and Infant Massage
All-day seminar focusing on massage techniques to use with your mother-to-be patients as well as your smallest clients! This is a very hands-on seminar; come prepared to practice what you learn and bring two sets of linens.
Registration Deadline: January 18

January 30, 2010: instructor Annette Hardy- Grand Rapids- Blue Heron Academy
Nutrition and Herbal Medicine
This seminar will cover the "who, what, when, where and how" of nutritional basics to optimize your health and help you feel great.
Registration Deadline: January 25

February 7, 2010: instructor Kim Whitney- South Bend- Blue Heron Academy
Musculoskeletal Disorders: Lumbar spine, Hip and Knee
Low back, hip, and knee problems are so connected we had to include them all in one excellent seminar discussing the top pathologies and disorders affecting these areas. Learn to treat your patients more effectively and with greater success in the future. Bring two sets of linens.
Registration Deadline: February 1

February 13, 2010: instructor Carol Jo Baggerly- Grand Rapids- Blue Heron Academy
Building a Successful Practice
Join us as we discuss ways to maintain, and even grow your business in today's tough economy. This session will give you tips on marketing yourself and your practice to attract a larger client base. It will also focus on the positives of how to connect with your patients in this economic climate.
Registration Deadline: February 8

February 19, 2010: instructor Dr. Lawton- Grand Rapids- Blue Heron Academy
Practical Acupuncture Series Part One of Three
This three-part 244 hour Practical Acupuncture Certification Training program is ideal for massage and manual therapists who are looking to learn the theory and practice of practical acupuncture techniques. It is also ideal for physicians and allied medical personnel; including physical and occupational therapists, as well as, nurses who desire to add acupuncture to their therapeutic regime as a treatment modality.
Registration for the entire three-part series is required. Full Program Cost: $195 (12 CEUs).
Registration Deadline: February 15

February 27, 2010: instructor Christi Watts- Traverse City- Blue Heron Academy
Self Care and Body Mechanics
This seminar will provide you with easy to use information on exercise, nutrition, and more to help keep you healthy as a massage therapist. Understanding the "how and why" will help gain a better understanding of "what and when." This seminar will teach you why certain stretches work when to use them, improving form and developing symmetry.
Registration Deadline: February 22

March 6, 2010: instructor Chris Holmes- Grand Rapids- Blue Heron Academy
Tai Chi
This seminar is ideal for learning both practitioner self maintenance and educational tips to share with patients. Practice focus, stretching and toning techniques while being taught the basics of Tai Chi. Make sure to wear loose, comfortable clothing; you will be moving throughout the day.
Registration Deadline: March 1

March 13, 2010: instructor Christine Sharp- Grand Rapids- Blue Heron Academy
Musculoskeletal Disorders: Neck, Shoulder and Spine
This informative seminar will discuss the top pathologies and disorders affecting the neck, shoulder, and thoracic spine. Learn to treat whiplash, carpal tunnel syndrome, frozen shoulder, rotator cuff injuries and many other disorders with greater success. Bring two sets of linens. Registration Deadline: March 8

March 21, 2010: instructor Kim Whitney- South Bend- Blue Heron Academy
Sports II: Run, Bike, Swim
This seminar is new to the schedule this year. In this seminar you will learn techniques that will be useful for a tri-athalon style marathon.
Registration Deadline: March 15

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