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StrongHouse Studio

Upcoming Classes

StrongHouse Studio offers a comprehensive range of massage therapy continuing education classes in one convenient location. But we don’t stop there—we bring courses to you! Whether at your workplace, clinic, school, or event space, our expert instructors are ready to deliver top-quality training. We also host renowned instructors from across the country, ensuring a diverse and high-caliber learning experience. At StrongHouse Studio, we understand that a solid foundation in massage therapy continuing education is essential for building a successful practice. From deepening your skills to fulfilling licensing renewal requirements, our classes will help you enhance your practice and even learn self-care techniques to stay comfortable at the table. Check out our upcoming massage continuing education classes both at the studio and nationwide!

  • Getting Comfortable Working in Side-Lying Position, Becca Torns-Barker, MEd, LMT, BCTMB
    Getting Comfortable Working in Side-Lying Position, Becca Torns-Barker, MEd, LMT, BCTMB
    Thu, Nov 14
    StrongHouse Studio
    Nov 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Nov 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    This class is a live in studio event with Becca Torns-Barker, MEd, LMT, BCTMB. Side-lying position can lead to a sense of security, often enabling more effective work. This class will help you guide clients into and out of side-lying position, secure draping and apply massage techniques.
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  • Introduction Pelvic Bowl Pain & Disorders for the Massage Therapist
    Introduction Pelvic Bowl Pain & Disorders for the Massage Therapist
    Sat, Nov 16
    StrongHouse Studio
    Nov 16, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Nov 16, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    This class is a live in studio event with Becca Torns Barker MEd, LMT, BCTMB. Many conditions are often overlooked by massage therapists both during intake and treatment because more knowledge is needed to associate pain patterns with pelvic bowl structures and conditions.
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  • Addressing Pelvic Bowl Pain & Disorders - Part 2 Intro to Pelvic Pain & Disorders
    Addressing Pelvic Bowl Pain & Disorders - Part 2 Intro to Pelvic Pain & Disorders
    Sat, Nov 16
    Southington
    Nov 16, 2024, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Nov 16, 2024, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Becca Torns-Barker, MEd, LMT, BCTMB will briefly review the anatomy/physiology of the abdominopelvic bowl, functional issues can exist within these structures and can product pain. Attendees will not only see demonstration of how to address these issues, but will also have hands-on practice.
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  • Establishing Rapport - Creating A Genuine Professional Connection
    Establishing Rapport - Creating A Genuine Professional Connection
    Sun, Nov 17
    Southington
    Nov 17, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Nov 17, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    In this class facilitated by Melissa Martinie, LMT, we discuss what makes that connection between you and the client before you even touch them. How to avoid being fake and sales-y and provide a therapeutic session that meets everyone’s needs - the client, the therapist and the practice.
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  • Open Studio Fall Event!
    Open Studio Fall Event!
    Sun, Nov 17
    Southington
    Nov 17, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Nov 17, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Swing by to visit us at the studio, check out everything happening in the building and rub elbows (literally and figuratively) with the StrongHouse Continuing Educators. We will be in the studio with the door flung open between 12 PM - 4 PM. Hang out, ask questions, play with the massage tools..
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  • Reiki Level I
    Reiki Level I
    Sun, Dec 08
    StrongHouse Studio - Southington
    Dec 08, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio - Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Dec 08, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio - Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    With Jennifer DiSilvio LMT
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  • Intro to Thai Foot Massage with Shai Plonski
    Intro to Thai Foot Massage with Shai Plonski
    Thu, Feb 06
    Southington
    Feb 06, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Feb 06, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Thai foot massage is believed to have a wide range of benefits, including promoting relaxation, reducing stress and anxiety, improving circulation, boosting energy levels, enhancing mood, and relieving foot pain and discomfort.
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  • Table Thai Massage 1
    Table Thai Massage 1
    Fri, Feb 07
    StrongHouse Studio, Southington, CT
    Feb 07, 2025, 10:00 AM – Feb 09, 2025, 3:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, Southington, CT, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Feb 07, 2025, 10:00 AM – Feb 09, 2025, 3:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, Southington, CT, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Learn how to adapt Thai massage techniques to your massage table with Shai Plonski, founder of the Still Light Center School of Thai Massage!
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  • PNMT Low Back seminar
    PNMT Low Back seminar
    Sat, Mar 08
    StrongHouse Studio
    Mar 08, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Mar 08, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    In the PNMT Low Back seminar, you will learn how to efficiently evaluate and treat people with various types of back pain involving the lumbar area. This seminar is designed to be a "hands on" experience and the style of therapy relevant to everyday practice.
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  • PNMT Thorasic Spine
    PNMT Thorasic Spine
    Sun, Mar 09
    StrongHouse Studio
    Mar 09, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Mar 09, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Thoracic pain is a very common reason people seek soft tissue therapy. There are many possible causes of pain in the thoracic area, many of them respond very well to precise manual treatment. The difference between success and failure is quite often the skill level of the therapist.
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  • Sarga 101 (4-day course in-person)
    Sarga 101 (4-day course in-person)
    Wed, Mar 19
    StrongHouse Studio
    Mar 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – Mar 22, 2025, 5:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Mar 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – Mar 22, 2025, 5:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    With Lisa DiGirolamo LMT
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  • Sarga 102 (2 Day Course Live in Person)
    Sarga 102 (2 Day Course Live in Person)
    Mon, Mar 24
    StrongHouse Studio
    Mar 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – Mar 25, 2025, 5:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Mar 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – Mar 25, 2025, 5:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    With Lisa DiGirolamo LMT
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  • Reiki Level II  with Jennifer DiSilvio, LMT
    Reiki Level II  with Jennifer DiSilvio, LMT
    Sun, Apr 06
    StrongHouse Studio - Southington
    Apr 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio - Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Apr 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio - Southington, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    With Jennifer DiSilvio LMT
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  • Sarga 101 (4-day course in-person)
    Sarga 101 (4-day course in-person)
    Wed, Jul 30
    StrongHouse Studio
    Jul 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – Aug 02, 2025, 5:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Jul 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – Aug 02, 2025, 5:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    With Lisa DiGirolamo LMT
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  • Sarga 102 (2 Day Course Live in Person)
    Sarga 102 (2 Day Course Live in Person)
    Mon, Aug 04
    StrongHouse Studio
    Aug 04, 2025, 10:00 AM – Aug 05, 2025, 5:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Aug 04, 2025, 10:00 AM – Aug 05, 2025, 5:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    With Lisa DiGirolamo LMT
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  • PNMT Hip and Thigh
    PNMT Hip and Thigh
    Sat, Aug 09
    StrongHouse Studio
    Aug 09, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Aug 09, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    The hip as a source of pain and its role in healthy movement is often overlooked. Issues of the hip may present local pain but can also greatly effect areas both above and below. For instance, restrictions in the hip demand that the low back compensate, leading to low back pain.
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  • PNMT Leg and Foot
    PNMT Leg and Foot
    Sun, Aug 10
    StrongHouse Studio
    Aug 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Aug 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    StrongHouse Studio, 168 Center St #204, Southington, CT 06489, USA
    Many soft-tissue problems present with the same symptoms as more serious intra-joint ligamentous issues. The participant will leave with clear clinical reasoning skills to determine the source of a client’s pain.
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