NWSAM
Where All Students are Honored Students and The Future Is In Your Hands!
We look forward to helping you pursue your interest in animal therapies with the Northwest School of Animal Massage.
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Animal Acupressure Certification
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Small Animal Acupressure Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: Unlimited
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Large Animal Acupressure Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Foundation Acupressure Practical MAR2021
In this 5-day practical, you will receive the hands-on training needed to successfully apply the principles learned in the Small Animal Foundation Acupressure online learning.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 6
Date(s) of Class: 03/22/2021 — 03/26/2021 -
Large Animal Foundation Acupressure Practical MAR2021
In this 5-day practical, you will receive the hands-on training needed to successfully apply the principles learned in the Large Animal Foundation Acupressure online learning.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 6
Date(s) of Class: 03/22/2021 — 03/26/2021 -
Large Animal Foundation Acupressure Practical JUN2021
In this 5-day practical, you will receive the hands-on training needed to successfully apply the principles learned in the Large Animal Foundation Acupressure online learning.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 6
Date(s) of Class: 06/21/2021 — 06/25/2021 -
Small Animal Foundation Acupressure Practical JUN2021
In this 5-day practical, you will receive the hands-on training needed to successfully apply the principles learned in the Small Animal Foundation Acupressure online learning.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 6
Date(s) of Class: 06/21/2021 — 06/25/2021
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Animal Aromatic Science
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Aromatic Sciences for Animals Foundation Certification
Learn the science of scent and how it affects an animals health and well-being in this blended learning course.
Instructor: Joan Sorita
Location: Online
Student Limit: 12
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FUNdamentals of Aromatic Science for Animals
Welcome to this short but informative course on animals and aromatics. Anyone who is interested in learning more about this topic will benefit from taking this course.
Instructor: Joan Sorita
Location: Online
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Introduction to Animal Aromatics
Enjoy our Free Online Introductory Series at NWSAM, where the Future is in Your Hands.
Discover the benefits of animal massage in this short introductory online course.
You will need to register to access the course and you have 30 days to enjoy the course.
Instructor: Joan Sorita
Location: Online
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Aromatic Science for Animals Foundation Practical AUG2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 3-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Aromatic Science for Animals Distance Learning Course.
Instructor: Joan Sorita
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 08/11/2021 — 08/13/2021
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Animal Massage Certification
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Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Performance Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Performance Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Rehabilitation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Rehabilitation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical APR2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 04/26/2021 — 04/30/2021 -
Large Animal Performance Massage Practical-MAR2021
This 3-day practical provides the supervised hands-on training necessary to complete the Performance Massage certification.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 03/31/2021 — 04/02/2021 -
Large Animal Rehabilitation Massage Practical-MAY2021
This 3-day practical session provides the supervised hands-on training needed to complete our Rehabilitation Massage certification.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 05/26/2021 — 05/28/2021 -
Small Animal Foundation Massage Practical April 2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Small Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 04/12/2021 — 04/16/2021 -
Small Animal Performance Massage Practical-JUN2021
This 3-day practical provides the supervised hands-on training necessary to complete the Performance Massage certification.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 06/09/2021 — 06/11/2021 -
Small Animal Rehabilitation Massage Practical-MAY2021
This 3-day practical session provides the supervised hands-on training needed to complete our Rehabilitation Massage certification.
Instructor: Rubi Sullivan SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 05/12/2021 — 05/14/2021 -
Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical JUL2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 07/26/2021 — 07/30/2021 -
Small Animal Foundation Massage Practical JUL2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Small Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 07/12/2021 — 07/16/2021 -
Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical MAY2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 05/24/2021 — 05/28/2021 -
Private: Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical AUG2020(2)
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
THIS PRACTICAL IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE FOR ADDITIONAL OPTIONS OR CALL OUR OFFICE AT 877.836.3703 TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST. THANK YOU.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 10
Date(s) of Class: 08/25/2020 — 08/28/2020
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FUNdamental Courses (One Day BodyWorkShops)
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FUNdamentals of Animal Massage
Our “FUN”damentals BodyWorkShops teach you the basics of animal therapies so you can start using them today and have fun supporting your animal’s health and well-being
Instructor: Helga Karisch
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 04/18/2021 — 04/18/2021 -
FUNdamentals of Aromatic Science for Animals
Welcome to this short but informative course on animals and aromatics. Anyone who is interested in learning more about this topic will benefit from taking this course.
Instructor: Joan Sorita
Location: Online
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IAMA (Two Day BodyWorkShops)
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Introductory Courses (Online Free Courses)
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Introduction to Animal Massage
Enjoy our Free Online Introductory Series at NWSAM, where the Future is in Your Hands.
Discover the benefits of animal massage in this short introductory online course.
You will need to register to access the course and you have 30 days to enjoy the course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
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Introduction to Animal Acupressure
Enjoy our Free Online Introductory Series at NWSAM, where the Future is in Your Hands.
Discover the benefits of animal acupressure in this short introductory online course.
You will need to register to access the course and you have 30 days to enjoy the course.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
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Introduction to Animal Aromatics
Enjoy our Free Online Introductory Series at NWSAM, where the Future is in Your Hands.
Discover the benefits of animal massage in this short introductory online course.
You will need to register to access the course and you have 30 days to enjoy the course.
Instructor: Joan Sorita
Location: Online
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Introduction to Horse Temperament Typing
Enjoy our Free Online Introductory Series at NWSAM, where the Future is in Your Hands.
Discover the benefits of Horse Temperament Typing in this short introductory online course.
You will need to register to access the course and you have 30 days to enjoy the course.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
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Large Animal Massage Certification
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Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Performance Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Massage Distance Learning: Rehabilitation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical APR2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 04/26/2021 — 04/30/2021 -
Large Animal Performance Massage Practical-MAR2021
This 3-day practical provides the supervised hands-on training necessary to complete the Performance Massage certification.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 03/31/2021 — 04/02/2021 -
Large Animal Rehabilitation Massage Practical-MAY2021
This 3-day practical session provides the supervised hands-on training needed to complete our Rehabilitation Massage certification.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 05/26/2021 — 05/28/2021 -
Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical JUL2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 07/26/2021 — 07/30/2021 -
Large Animal Foundation Massage Practical MAY2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Large Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 05/24/2021 — 05/28/2021
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Manual Ligament Therapy / M.A.P.s / All Other CE Courses
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Equine Manual Ligament Therapy
Transform your practice by completing our Practitioner Certification in Manual Ligament Therapy for Canines. During this 3-day course, you will learn the Foundation and Science of Manual Ligament Therapy. Learn specific releases for various regions of the body to dramatically reduce hypertonicity in the muscles and restore balance and stability of the joints while improving patterns of movement. Based on osteopathic techniques developed by Arik Gohl and adapted for animals by Lola Michelin.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 8
Date(s) of Class: 06/05/2021 — 06/06/2021 -
Canine Manual Ligament Therapy MAR2021
Transform your practice by completing our Practitioner Certification in Manual Ligament Therapy for Canines. During this 3-day course, you will learn the Foundation and Science of Manual Ligament Therapy. Learn specific releases for various regions of the body to dramatically reduce hypertonicity in the muscles and restore balance and stability of the joints while improving patterns of movement. Based on osteopathic techniques developed by Arik Gohl and adapted for animals by Lola Michelin.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 8
Date(s) of Class: 03/20/2021 — 03/21/2021 -
Canine M.A.P.s for the Care of Geriatric Dogs JUN2021
Learn from top practitioners how Massage and Acupressure combine to provide relief from a variety of concerns affecting geriatric dogs.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 06/20/2021 — 06/20/2021 -
Equine M.A.P.s for Metabolic Concerns JUN2021
Learn from top practitioners how Massage and Acupressure combine to provide relief from a variety of metabolic concerns affecting horses.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 06/27/2021 — 06/27/2021 -
Horse Temperament Typing
This online course has been created to share information with you about the eleven Horse Temperament Types as explained by Madalyn Ward, DVM. Dr. Ward has been a pioneering voice in the field of holistic horse care for over two decades and she breaks new ground with the Horse Temperament Typing system.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
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Kinesiology Taping Foundation Course for Equine
Kinesiology Tape supports every form of animal bodywork. It is a skill every animal bodyworker should have in their toolkit. Learn how to use kinesiology tape to support ideal musculoskeletal function, improve the health of the fascia and the immune system and assist with recovery from many common conditions affecting our animals. Discover how kinesiology tape differs from traditional bandaging and how to combine it for maximum benefit. Our instructors have more combined taping experience with animals than any other school! To be the best, learn from the best!
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 05/29/2021 — 05/29/2021 -
Equine Fascial Lines MAR2021
Learn the location and function of the Equine Fascial Lines as well as how to identify indicators of tension along a line.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 03/28/2021 — 03/28/2021 -
Functional Anatomy with Jillian Kreinbring
An eye opening and practical biomechanical lecture series for equestrians
of all levels who want to learn more about how to train sound horses.o Learn what to look for in healthy movement and muscular development
o Discover what creates a healthy posture in riding horses
o Connect how the horses’s body moves in concert with balance and collection
o Evaluate a horse’s posture and anatomy from a new perspective
o Add tools to develop horses’ postural strength to enhance their well-beingLocation: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 25
Date(s) of Class: 04/30/2021 — 05/02/2021 -
Kinesiology Taping Foundation Course for Canine
Kinesiology Tape supports every form of animal bodywork. It is a skill every animal bodyworker should have in their toolkit. Learn how to use kinesiology tape to support ideal musculoskeletal function, improve the health of the fascia and the immune system and assist with recovery from many common conditions affecting our animals. Discover how kinesiology tape differs from traditional bandaging and how to combine it for maximum benefit. Our instructors have more combined taping experience with animals than any other school! To be the best, learn from the best!
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 05/15/2021 — 05/15/2021 -
Tools of the Trade MAY2021
Try before you buy in this interactive blended learning course
Are you thinking about adding tools to your practice?
Confused about which is better, PEMF or Laser?
Heard of microcurrent but not sure what it is used for?
Which tool is best for which issues?
And what can you legally combine with your massage or acupressure practice?Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 05/30/2021 — 05/30/2021 -
Visceral Therapy for Dogs and Horses
Visceral Therapy builds on the general principles of osteopathy to include a special understanding of the organs (viscera), blood vessels and nerves of the body. Visceral Techniques can help relieve imbalances and restrictions in the interconnections between the movements of all the organs and structures of the body.
Kris De Ceulaer, DVM, Ph.D is a veterinarian in Belgium who specializes in osteopathy, acupuncture and Chinese Food Therapy. Additionally she holds a Ph.D in Veterinary anatomy.
Instructor: Kim Bauer, CAAP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
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Small Animal Massage Certification
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Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Foundation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Performance Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Massage Distance Learning: Rehabilitation Level
At NWSAM, we supply the information for your mind, which will guide, supplement, and magnify what your heart and body learn through touch.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Online
Student Limit: unlimited
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Small Animal Foundation Massage Practical April 2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Small Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 04/12/2021 — 04/16/2021 -
Small Animal Performance Massage Practical-JUN2021
This 3-day practical provides the supervised hands-on training necessary to complete the Performance Massage certification.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 06/09/2021 — 06/11/2021 -
Small Animal Rehabilitation Massage Practical-MAY2021
This 3-day practical session provides the supervised hands-on training needed to complete our Rehabilitation Massage certification.
Instructor: Rubi Sullivan SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 05/12/2021 — 05/14/2021 -
Small Animal Foundation Massage Practical JUL2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Small Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 07/12/2021 — 07/16/2021 -
Small Animal Foundation Massage Practical JUN2021
Your online studies come to life in this exciting 5-day session which integrates hands-on training with the theory studied in the Small Animal Massage Therapist Foundation course.
Instructor: Lola Michelin, LMP LAMP SAMP
Location: Paxhia Farm Vashon Island, WA
Student Limit: 12
Date(s) of Class: 06/07/2021 — 06/11/2021
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