Massage Workshops

Therese Murray facilitates Wellness Workshops. You will learn easy massage techniques that can be done in a regular chair, in a fun and relaxed setting, or relaxation techniques for work which include breathing exercises, stretching and self-massage.

These workshops can easily be customized for your group of friends, or a workplace Lunch & Learn session.  Please contact us or call Therese to schedule your customized Workshop.

Current Lunch & Learn Workshops offered: 

"Massage Techniques to Combat Stress"

This workshop will teach simple massage techniques, done through the clothing, with the recipient sitting in a regular chair. Participants will learn how to relieve muscle tension and reduce stress in the shoulders and arms, using simple massage techniques. The participants will receive instruction, see the demonstration, and then practice the techniques on a partner. Participants may "bring a buddy" or be partnered up in the workshop.

Most of the time is spent doing actual hands-on massage, however a few minutes are spent at the beginning of the class to cover basic "dos" and "don’ts". How to make your partner feel comfortable, How to practice proper hygiene, and When is it not appropriate to massage are some of the topics covered.

Participants will receive documentation, which will list topics discussed in the session, as well as diagrams of the massage techniques.

Duration: 60-90 minutes

Number of Participants: Up to 14 people. Even number of participants is best but not required.  Larger groups can be accommodated at an additional cost.

Clothing: Most workplace attire is suitable, however please avoid tops with hoods, shoulder pads and lined jackets (jackets may be removed).

Room requirements: one chair for each participant, tables moved out of the way, approximately 400 square foot room (20’x20’).

Note: neck techniques may be substituted for arm techniques, however this must be determined at the time the workshop is reserved.

"Relaxation Techniques at Work:  Self Care Tips"

Workshop participants will learn three simple techniques designed to reduce mental and physical stress and tension, which can be done right at their desk: breathing exercises, stretching, and self-massage.

During the session, employees will learn simple breathing and visualization exercises to help calm and reduce anxiety, plus help regulate blood pressure.

The workshop will teach participants simple self-massage techniques for their shoulders, neck, head, arms and hands. This will help relieve physical stress and tension, prevent repetitive use injuries, headaches, and improve attitude and well being.

Finally, gentle "desk stretches" are taught.

Participants will receive practical notes and diagrams of the breathing, self-massage techniques, and stretches covered in the session.

Duration: 60-90 minutes

Number of Participants: Up to 14 people.  Larger groups can be accommodated at an additional cost.

Clothing: Most comfortable workplace attire is suitable.

Room requirements: one chair for each participant, approximately 400 square foot room (20’x20’).

Cost:

Each Lunch and Learn Workshop is $300.  If you schedule both Workshops for your organization, you will only pay $500 ($250 each workshop).  For groups of 15-22 participants, an additional $75 fee is charged for a Teaching Assistant (per Workshop).

This is what previous Workshop participants have to say about their experience: 

"Very interactive, fun"

(I enjoyed) "Getting to work hands-on to learn the massage techniques... and DEFINITELY enjoyed having the techniques performed on me!"

"It was a very calm, relaxing atmosphere"

"I liked the simplicity of the techniques and the booklet"

"Small group...fun"

"The gentle pace and learning the techniques"

            Phone:  (905) 626-2667

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