Course Overview:
Learn to apply Structural Bodywork theory, foundational concepts and technique to lengthen tissue and facilitate a client’s positive relationship with gravity. Review the anatomy of the pelvis in relationship to function and development. Instruct the techniques of viewing and affecting the hip, pelvis, and low back.
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:
• Identify to work with the fascial planes of the body.
• Understand the importance of body awareness, the effects of gravity on the structure, the tensegrity metaphor, and fascia.
• Understand the major working tools of Structural Bodywork.
• Learn how to incorporate Structural Bodywork tools into a Swedish-style massage session.
• Identify how to organize a session around a visual assessment (viewing).
• Understand the importance of “fleshing” fascia in the correct direction for optimum results.
• Identify correct tools and techniques for working the pelvis
• Identify correct tools and techniques for working the low back
About the Therapist, Angie Wrightstone
Angie graduated from massage therapy school in 2001 and began her career onboard a cruise ship as both a Fitness Professional and Massage Therapist. Following her contract, she spent the next 8 years as a massage therapist at The Spa at the Hotel Hershey.
She then entered the world of massage education and took on the role of a Massage Instructor at the York Campus, Baltimore School of Massage, and the Education Manager. She enjoyed teaching in the classroom and sharing her passion and love for massage. Angie was then brought on as a teacher trainer, traveling to work and collaborate with other Massage Instructors throughout the country. Finally, she was promoted to the National Coordinator of Programs for both massage and skin care for Cortiva Institute. Writing, designing, and editing curriculum for 28 schools across the country.
In addition to maintaining a license for Massage Therapy and a National Board Certification, Angie is also a NCBTMB certified Continuing Education provider, developing and teaching enriching curriculum for other licensed massage professionals.
She holds a Bachelors of Fine Art from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and views massage as an art form, and each new client as an opportunity for potential.
In her spare time, Angie has a lifelong love of fitness and pushing herself physically and mentally. She is a retired USA Boxer and group fitness/personal trainer. She has run numerous road and trail races, obstacle course races and has participated in Crossfit competitions around the area. “More movement means more life, and I plan to continue to challenge myself knowing my body is capable of so much more than my mind tells me.”
She has had the privilege of working with and training under some of the best therapists and teachers in the country. Her love for education is what has brought her back to working with clients. “If I’m able to educate a client, bring awareness to his/her posture or body position, then the real healing begins. It’s incredible to see clients being brought back to life, moving without pain or restriction, and engaging in activities they may have given up on.”
In addition to structural integrative work, Angie also utilizes various techniques such as cupping, GuaSha, kinesiotaping, repatterning techniques, postural awareness, sports and stretching, and deep tissue/trigger point therapy.
“Massage is more than a ‘good lotion rub,’ it’s a method of bringing someone back into their body and coming face to face with their potential.”
