Discover the ancient art of Guasha in our immersive in-person course designed specifically for licensed massage therapists. With deep respect for Traditional Chinese Medicine, this course introduces you to the powerful benefits of Guasha while remaining within the scope of practice for Western practitioners. Starting with the online portion of the course, you will unravel the rich history of Guasha, its theories, and its therapeutic potential, including enhanced circulation, pain relief, and increased range of motion.

Our comprehensive training includes a thorough lecture covering essential topics such as professional scope, indications, contraindications, and effective communication with clients. Gain insights into the practical aspects of Guasha through live demonstrations showcasing supine, side-lying, neck, scalp, and prone techniques, as well as self-application methods.

Engage in hands-on practice sessions, allowing you to refine your skills and receive expert feedback. Conclude with a reflection focused on aftercare, treatment cadence, and cumulative learning through group discussions, quizzes, and evaluations. *Participants should expect to work on one another's body excluding private areas and face during the practice sessions.

Completion awards a certificate and continued access to our online course manual. This course empowers you with ethical, evidence-based practices in Guasha, preparing you to confidently integrate this modality into your repertoire while ensuring client safety and satisfaction. Join us to enhance your professional growth and offer a revered technique in holistic wellness.

• 4 hours (1 pm 5 pm)

• Location: Vitality Therapeutic Massage & Yoga, LLC, 2301 NW Thurman Street, Portland, Oregon 97210

• Instructor: Linda Caravia

• Teaching assistant will be present

• 4 CEs, NCBTMB approved: Course ID: CE4022547

• Early Bird Rate $179

• Regular Rate $199

We need a minimum of 4 students to confirm the class, 6 to fill the class. In the case that we don't meet the minimum, we will either reschedule the class or refund those who signed up.

Includes:

✨4 hour in person Course

✨1 ceramic guasha tool (ceramic) per student, option to add on the Copper Guasha Tools

✨Online course manual with written material & videos, this must be completed before arrival as it's the prerequisite to taking this class, link will be provided after sign up.

You will have the opportunity to practice everything you learn and receive it as well.

Participants must provide proof of liability insurance and massage licensure, and they must be able to participate in the Guasha class without any contraindications that would affect their ability to give or receive treatment.

Guasha Contraindications:

• Anyone who has had cupping or Guasha in the last 4 days

• Active bruising

• Hemophilia  

• Bleeding disorders 

• Leukemia

• Inflamed skin  

• Open wounds will be avoided

• Weak or elderly clients 

• Those who are suffering from severe menstrual afflictions should also avoid the treatment

• Bony prominences will be avoided

• Moles will be avoided

• Sunburned areas will be avoided

• Rashes

• Broken, compromised or frail/thin skin 

• Undiagnosed skin conditions 

• People being treated with blood thinners or anyone presenting a bleeding risk

• Varicose veins will be avoided

• Bruises will be avoided

• Edema (severe) 

• Any condition that is exacerbated by increased circulation

• Diabetes could be an issue if sensation is lost anywhere

• Peripheral neuropathy areas will be avoided

• Abdomen if pregnant 

Classroom Policies:

1. Respect and Professionalism: Participants are expected to treat their peers, instructors, and the learning environment with respect and professionalism at all times.

2. Punctuality: Please arrive on time for each class to ensure a smooth start and full participation.

3. Cell Phones: Phones should be silenced or turned off during class to minimize distractions.

4. Feedback and Questions: Participants are encouraged to ask questions and provide constructive feedback but in a respectful manner.

5. Confidentiality: Respect the privacy of your classmates by keeping any personal or sensitive information shared during class confidential.

6. No Refunds will be offered unless the class is cancelled by the instructor .

Lecture - 1 hour

Welcome & Introduction 

Q & A about the prerequisite online course, which covered:

• Scope of practice for professionals and insurance considerations 

• What is Guasha? 

• Theory and benefits of Guasha

• How Guasha works 

• History of Guasha

• Common narratives 

• Indications, contraindications and consent 

• Petite color and tissue texture levels 

• Pressure and communication 

• Direction of strokes and lubrication 

• Holding the Guasha tool 

• The listening hand 

• Guasha tools 

• Other considerations 

Demonstrations - 2 hours

• Supine Guasha

• Side lying, Guasha

• Neck and scalp Guasha

• Prone Guasha and draping 

• Self Guasha

Class Practice

• Group 1

• Break, feedback, switch

• Group 2

Q & A

Conclusion: Putting it all together - 1 hour

After care for Guasha

Cadence for Guasha treatments 

Group Quiz 

Course evaluation - send link

Certificate of completion & online course manual- sent via email after course evaluations are completed