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Yes, you may opt to take more than one course at a time as long as they are within the same experience level. You may not proceed to advanced courses without having a minimum of fifty practice sessions of the beginning level course.

If you live in one of the locations we teach in (Tucson, San Clemente, or Salt Lake City), we recommend two 2-hour lessons per week for two weeks in a row.

Each individual progresses through the levels at their own pace. Completing a course within a level and practicing it at least several times per week for several weeks is necessary to progress.

During a consultation either by phone or email correspondence, we will determine if additional lesson time will be necessary to add to the course hours you want to take.

Yes, you may schedule with the location instructor to accommodate all of your schedules and coordinate dates and times.

Bars are not necessary to have installed for Beginner’s Seated Ashiatsu or Advanced Seated Ashiatsu, however, if you want to continue your Ashiatsu practice and include standing techniques and work beyond the upper torso, then bars are necessary. You will need a barstool  for all courses, and we do offer them for sale on the website.

Yes, it is mandatory that all students receive each and every technique they learn. The location instructor will allot the necessary time in each lesson to demonstrate the techniques learned that lesson for you.

You may take Ashiatsu lessons with us as long as you have completed 300 hours of massage school and/or have current practice with draping techniques, at least ten hours of anatomy and physiology, and are working toward getting your diploma and/or license.

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What Our Students Say

“Brenda and this class was absolutely wonderful! I am very thankful that I was able to take this class and learn as much as I did. Not only was she great at teaching Ashiatsu but also made me very excited to start incorporating this massage in my work. If you are a therapist wanting to expand your modalities this would be a perfect class to take. Thank you so much!”

NICOLE ARNAIZ

“See! Feel! Do! Repeat! Is not just Brenda’s motto, it is her mantra. This is one of the best trainings I’ve ever attended. The best part is my clients love the modality and my body is stronger and more at peace as a result. I will attend ongoing training with Southwest Ashiatsu whenever possible. I’m so grateful to Brenda for all the coaching and resources. She continues to follow up and provide support across state lines.”

MARIA KILGO

“Brenda is a fantastic teacher. She is very thorough and explains in a variety of ways that work for every type of learner. In addition to learning the modality, you will get all the info you need in order to practice ashi on your own (proper equipment set up, tips for marketing yourself, logistics, etc.) Ashiatsu is an amazing modality and Brenda is THE person to learn it from. You can tell she is very passionate about ashi and truly wants everyone to be the best therapist they can. I can not recommend her enough!”

MELISSA LEE

“Brenda is my super hero! I am so appreciative of her flawless integrity and commitment to teaching this work. I have taken several Ashiatsu courses from other providers, but Brenda’s course really framed the technique for me in a way that is light years beyond what I have previously experienced. If you are on the fence about where to start, look no further. The massage profession is changing rapidly in content and approach with the current research pointing us in a more therapeutic direction. The science is catching up with the “magic” of what we do and Southwest Ashiatsu is on the leading edge of this exciting trend. Experiencing Ashiatsu this way is like Christmas for 3 days in a row, don’t waste your time settling for anything else. Mahalo nui loa Brenda from Maui Academy of Healing Arts!”

CARMEL ANDREWS

“I took the introductory ashiatsu class from Brenda at Southwest Ashiatsu almost exactly a year ago now. As a full time massage therapist at a thriving country club I cannot count the number of times I’ve looked at my schedule and thought “Thank god for ashiatsu!” Not only do I love receiving ashiatsu, but I absolutely love how it has helped me to grow as a practitioner. Brenda’s focus on body mechanics and form has enabled me to safely incorporate ashiatsu into my practice and continue to be successful over time. Her instruction was concise, focused, and practical and her wisdom was invaluable. The instruction I received at SAMBA has been invaluable to my health and growth in my bodywork career!”

JULIANA ROSE

“I found learning this artistic, effective modality (Ashiatsu) was akin to riding a motorcycle: it takes time to evolve and commands deep commitment to develop the necessary skills to progress safely through levels of expertise. It’s also akin to figure skating–using both an inside & outside edge to glide with integrity. Being a motorcyclist, as well as a figure skater, it was a perfect fit for me. My soles were born!”

BRENDA BLAKESLEY, FOUNDER, SOUTHWEST ASHIATSU MASSAGE & BODYWORK ACADEMY

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