Continuing Education

The Asheville School of Massage & Yoga is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Approved Provider # 450444-07.

Unless otherwise noted:

  • Workshops are 22 contact hours and cost $375 ($350 if paid in full one month ahead)
  • Class times for these weekends are: Friday 1pm-7pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am-6pm
  • For all bodywork classes, please bring one set of twin sheets per day plus massage oil or cream (in a spill-proof container)
  • Tables are provided by the school
  • There will be a 1-hour lunch break on full days (Saturday/Sunday); bring a bag lunch or come prepared to buy lunch at one of the restaurants close-by

Registration Information:

For more information or to register, call the Asheville School of Massage & Yoga: (828) 252-7377. Full payment is due via credit card or check at the time of registration. Cancellations two weeks prior to class will receive a full refund. Cancellations of at least 48 hours will receive credit toward a future class. Cancellations of less than 48 hours will receive no refund or credit.

Upcoming Continuing Education Classes:

  • Sexuality Issues in Massage: The Unspoken Energy

    22 contact hours
    Date: October 17-19, 2008 
    Time: Friday 1-7pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am-6pm
    Cost: $395
    Teacher: Pripo Teplitsky

    Class Description: Massage therapists are well aware that there can be confusion between their chosen profession of therapeutic touch and touch which is intimate and sexual in nature. This workshop will help participants be able to: demonstrate an understanding of human sexuality and appropriate therapist response; recognize the emotional/physical/ sexual connection in massage; have a greater awareness of energy transfer in massage; understand personal and professional boundaries concerning sexuality issues in massage; communicate clear professional boundaries to clients; and discover new ways to promote self-care and grounding.  This one of a kind course has been approved by the NCBTMB as  an 22 hour Ethics (includes Standard V) course.  About the teacher: Pripo Teplitsky, MA, LPC, LMBT, NCTMB- offers a diverse practice that balances the connection between mind, body, and spirit. He is a licensed and nationally certified massage therapist. He holds a masters degree in psychology and counseling. He lived, studied, and worked at Esalen Institute, a renowned human potential learning center in Big Sur, CA, and is a certified Esalen (r) practitioner. Pripo is also a licensed Professional Counselor and has a private practice in Asheville, NC, where he specializes in relationship issues.  

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  • Massage Cupping™

    22 contact hours
    Date: October 24-26, 2008
    Time: Friday 1-7pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am-6pm
    Cost: $395
    Teacher: Annie Garic

    Class Description: In this weekend workshop, you will become certified in the art of the Massage Cupping™ technique. Massage Cupping helps to "separate" layers of fused, congested soft tissue. This brings better water absorption and renewed blood flow to undernourished and dehydrated tissues. Cupping enhances the benefit of massage, decreases strain on the practitioner, and increases revenues through "add-on" service. It feels good and it's fun to do! Annie Garic has been interested in health and well-being her entire life. She graduated with a BS degree in Health and Physical Education from the University of New Orleans and a MA degree in Physical Education from Southern Methodist University. She then taught H&PE for ten years. In 1988 she began her study and practice of therapeutic massage. Annie has been a teaching assistant with Advanced Continuing Education since 2004 and in 2007 became a Certified Massage Cupping™ Educator.

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  • Professional Ethics for Bodyworkers

    3 contact hours
    Date: September 15, 2009
    Time: Tuesday 6-9pm
    Cost: $55
    Teacher: Pripo Teplitsky

    This class is designed to fulfill the continuing education in ethics requirements for North Carolina massage and bodywork licensing. Referencing North Carolina as well as the NCTMB code of ethics, participants will learn the basics of client-practitioner dynamics and why professional boundaries are so important to protect both our clients and ourselves. Participants will learn how to create safe relationships by exploring the following topics: common dilemmas and how to solve them, dealing with sexual issues, boundaries, confidentiality, fees, draping, scope of practice and dual relationships. About the teacher: Pripo Teplitsky, MA, LPC, LMBT, NCTMB- offers a diverse practice that balances the connection between mind, body, and spirit. He is a licensed and nationally certified massage therapist. He holds a masters degree in psychology and counseling. He lived, studied, and worked at Esalen Institute, a renowned human potential learning center in Big Sur, CA, and is a certified Esalen (r) practitioner. Pripo is also a licensed Professional Counselor and has a private practice in Asheville, NC, where he specializes in relationship issues.

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  • Introduction to True Reflexology

    7 contact hours
    Date:  November 15, 2008 
    Time:  Saturday 9am -5:30pm
    Cost:  $135
    Teacher Phyllis Weimer

    True reflexology accesses the energetics reflex areas in the hands and feet and activates the body's ability to adapt and balance during times of stress by promoting:   deep relaxation, stress reduction, normalized body function, improved circulation, mental & emotional clarity and a renewed sense of well-being.  This course will begin to build your foundation of reflexology's history and zone theory; thumb and finger walking techniques; and maps, landmarks & zones.  Through lecture, demos and step by step practice you will also learn a simple foot sequence and the  Reflexology Emergency First Aid Kit.  Phyllis Weimar, an ARCB-Certified Reflexologist has been practicing for 22 years. She was mentored in the Ingham Method of Reflexology by May Post.  National Public Radio has interviewed her twice on the Benefits of Professional Reflexology.  Phyllis co-presented with Dr. Douglas Milch, D.P.M. on "The Care of The Feet" from a medical and Reflexology prespective, at Thoms Rehabilitation Hospital .  She is an interim instructor of Reflexology at the Asheville School of Massage & Yoga since 2005, and the owner of the Intuitive Reflexology Healing Center in Black Mountain, NC.

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  • Cranial Sacral Therapy

    22 contact hours
    Date: Nov. 21-23, 2008
    Time: Friday 1-7pm, Sat/Sun 9am-6pm
    Cost: $375 ($350 of paid in full by Oct 21)
    Teacher: Phyllis Velez

    Using a light touch, Cranial Sacral Therapy addresses restrictions held in the body.   Based on the work of Dr. William Sutherland, students will learn to listen and feel with their hands what Dr. Sutherland called the Primary Respiration, the flow of fluids through the cranial sacral system. In this class we will cover the history of this work, from ancient times to the present. Students will study the anatomy of the cerebral spinal fluid and it's flow through the membrane system. A majority of classroom time will be spent with hands on techniques. This class is appropriate for students new to this work as well as those that may like to fine tune their skills. Phyllis Velez, LMT has been teaching in the local area since 1997. She brings to this work an intuitive, gentle touch with an inner strength and understanding of Cranial Sacral Therapy.

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