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South Dakota School of Massage Therapy
  • Home
  • 700 Hour Program
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  • Admissions
  • Tuition & Fees
  • Faculty
  • Book A Massage
  • School Calendar
  • Continuing Education
  • Refund Policy
  • Rent Our Space
  • Student Handbook
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Massage & Technique Courses

Massage Therapy i- Basic swedish massage

Massage Therapy ii-Clinical Application/Assessment

Massage Therapy ii-Clinical Application/Assessment

Basic Swedish massage strokes including effleurage, petrissage, friction, vibration, tapotement and touch without movement will be the topics of illustration and class discussion. This class includes theory, history, benefits, and contraindications of massage therapy. Through in-class demonstration and supervised practice, students will b

Basic Swedish massage strokes including effleurage, petrissage, friction, vibration, tapotement and touch without movement will be the topics of illustration and class discussion. This class includes theory, history, benefits, and contraindications of massage therapy. Through in-class demonstration and supervised practice, students will be exposed to proper draping, use of oils and working with breath and body movements relating to themselves and their clients. 

Massage Therapy ii-Clinical Application/Assessment

Massage Therapy ii-Clinical Application/Assessment

Massage Therapy ii-Clinical Application/Assessment

This course has two main components. The Externship, a class favorite, and Student Clinic, a client favorite. Along with Swedish massage, students study and perform manual therapy approaches that address specific tissues and organ systems of enhanced healing on a holistic level. Understanding the essentials of the effects that various mas

This course has two main components. The Externship, a class favorite, and Student Clinic, a client favorite. Along with Swedish massage, students study and perform manual therapy approaches that address specific tissues and organ systems of enhanced healing on a holistic level. Understanding the essentials of the effects that various massage techniques have and how to apply them will reveal the greatest therapeutic benefit in each individual case. As part of each massage and technique class, each student will use hands on application along with feedback to give and reciprocate massage therapy. 

Massage Therapy iii- Combined therapies

Massage Therapy ii-Clinical Application/Assessment

Massage Therapy iii- Combined therapies

Customized session options will be decided on and implemented by the student to maximize client benefits. Combination options may include Swedish massage, foot reflexology, hydrotherapy, heated stone therapy, aromatherapy, breathing techniques, acupressure, music, and specificity to physical problem areas. A deeper insight into caring for special populations is unlocked and nurtured.


Course Offerings

Introduction to Reflexology

Introduction to Aromatherapy & Hydrotherapy

Introduction to Aromatherapy & Hydrotherapy

The feet contain a map of the body. There are numerous reflexes found in the feet, each relating to a specific organ or part of the body. History and theory are integrated with proper techniques for applying appropriate pressure to specific reflex points which are modeled to encourage students to create and display a complete foot reflexology treatment. 

Introduction to Aromatherapy & Hydrotherapy

Introduction to Aromatherapy & Hydrotherapy

Introduction to Aromatherapy & Hydrotherapy

Aromatherapy:

Aromatherapy refers to the therapeutic use of essential oils to help ease or treat 

a wide range of physical and emotional conditions. Studies have shown that smell is one of the most powerful senses. Students discover how smell can trigger emotions and memory. Each student designs an essential oil blend in this course.

Hydroth

Aromatherapy:

Aromatherapy refers to the therapeutic use of essential oils to help ease or treat 

a wide range of physical and emotional conditions. Studies have shown that smell is one of the most powerful senses. Students discover how smell can trigger emotions and memory. Each student designs an essential oil blend in this course.

Hydrotherapy:

Hydrotherapy is the therapeutic use of water. The students will experience firsthand a variety of water treatments. Use of paraffin wax for hands and feet is also introduced. 

First aid, CPR & Aed training

Introduction to Aromatherapy & Hydrotherapy

First aid, CPR & Aed training

Interactive scenarios, peer-to-peer learning, role playing, and hands-on life-saving techniques are taught by experts to prepare students for emergency situations. This training is conducted during normal class hours and will result in certification, when earned, that is valid for two years.


Course Offerings

hot stone massage. hot stone therapy. cold stone massage. cold stone therapy. modality

introduction to HEated stone therapy

introduction to HEated stone therapy

introduction to HEated stone therapy

Heated stone therapy involves the use of smooth basalt stones heated to a therapeutic temperature in water used in conjunction with a full body massage. The addition of heated stones adds greater benefits for healing and relaxation. 

Anatomy

introduction to HEated stone therapy

introduction to HEated stone therapy

Terminology, pictures, labeling and lecture all play a role in understanding the structure of the human body and the relation of its parts to each other. Skeletons and mannequins are a utilized for basic anatomy instruction. 

Physiology

introduction to HEated stone therapy

Physiology

  Physiology is the science of the functioning of the body. This course dives into the basic physiological functions of the body at the cellular, tissue, organ, and system levels which distinguishes the mechanisms that work to keep the human body alive and functioning.


Course Offerings

Zoologik clay Anatomy Lab

Zoologik clay Anatomy Lab

Zoologik clay Anatomy Lab

To gain a hands-on understanding of the human musculoskeletal anatomy, students participate in a lab by forming anatomy in clay and attaching it to bones and bony landmarks of uniquely designed skeletal models highlighting muscle origin, insertion, and action. 

kinesiology

Zoologik clay Anatomy Lab

Zoologik clay Anatomy Lab

 This course outlines the mechanics of body movement and the significance of mobility. It expands upon the basic Anatomy and Physiology knowledge as related to activity and freedom or restriction of movement. 

pathology

Zoologik clay Anatomy Lab

pathology

 Pathology is the study of abnormal conditions in the body. Common disease processes will be introduced to students as they relate to massage therapy. 


Course Offerings

Introduction to sports massage

Introduction to sports massage

Introduction to sports massage

 Students receive a brief introduction to sports massage techniques that are designed to enhance performance, prevent injury, and assist in recovery. This course includes stretching, range of motion and joint mobilization techniques that can be combined with therapeutic massage. 

on-site chair massage

Introduction to sports massage

Introduction to sports massage

Chair massages are taught by using a sequenced routine based on traditional massage techniques tailored to body regions and timing given in a specially designed massage chair. Traveling to neighboring local businesses, students practice timing and techniques and demonstrate assembly, sanitization, and tear down of equipment.

business Mastery & ethics

Introduction to sports massage

business Mastery & ethics

Business Mastery:   

Establishing a working knowledge and understanding of basic business skills is the root of this course. Students get an insider view regarding most aspects of starting and maintaining a massage therapy practice including legalities, writing a business plan, accounting, documentation, history and integrity.

Ethics:   

Eth

Business Mastery:   

Establishing a working knowledge and understanding of basic business skills is the root of this course. Students get an insider view regarding most aspects of starting and maintaining a massage therapy practice including legalities, writing a business plan, accounting, documentation, history and integrity.

Ethics:   

Ethics unveils several different stress management topics that are presented to enhance personal and professional growth and to establish healthy boundaries.

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