PUBLISHED 1.4.17

What Type of Client Would Benefit the Most from Reflexology?

Reflexology is not so much massage as it is a form of bodywork that consists of the application of pressure to certain points (or triggers) in the feet and hands. Okay, so what type of client should you recommend Reflexology to? The most common answer is. . . people who like getting foot massages. “Clients who love foot rubs love Reflexology!” exclaims Jessica English, Regional Admissions Director for Finger Lakes School of Massage (FLSM).

PUBLISHED 1.3.17

ASIS Massage Education Hosts Grand Opening Event to Celebrates New Campus

ASIS Massage Education is hosting a Grand Opening event at its Downtown Mesa campus on Monday, January 9th to celebrate the opening of its newest campus. With established campuses in Tucson, Flagstaff and Prescott, ASIS is thrilled about joining the Mesa community, forging relationships with the city’s residents, and last but not least, becoming the latest addition to the up-and-coming neighborhood of Downtown Mesa.

PUBLISHED 12.31.16

Featured Faculty: Lori D’Amato

Lori’s passion and focus has nearly always been connected with medical pathologies in conjunction with massage. She enjoys being a part of assisting someone in their journey to become well through massage and conveys information with humor and enthusiasm as an instructor in the FLSM classroom.

PUBLISHED 12.31.16

What Type of Client Would Benefit the Most from Reflexology?

Reflexology is not so much massage as it is a form of bodywork that consists of the application of pressure to certain points (or triggers) in the feet and hands. “Some clients say they want reflexology, but they really just want a extended foot rub,” says Alyssa Robin, Admissions Director for Central Maryland School of Massage. “Real reflexology is a but more intensive.”

PUBLISHED 12.31.16

What Type of Clients Would Benefit the Most from Shiatsu?

Unlike Swedish massage, which is mostly used for relaxation, Shiatsu is usually sought out by clients who seek relief from some kind of ailment. Joseph Rongo, Director of ASIS Massage Education, stresses the importance of the philosophy behind Shiatsu: “A primary precept of Zen Shiatsu is the importance of remaining in a Zen-like—a present state—when practicing. Be in the moment.”