Description
Did you know? “There are so many other forms of communication that can be and should be used. Not fast pictures and fast melodies, but touch, dance, and feel.” – Peter Seeger
Course Description:
Japanese Facial Massage is a unique method that focuses on a blend of the aesthetic and physiological.
The focus is on:
- Increasing the flow of oxygen and blood to the facial area neck and shoulders
- Toning, tightening the skin and fascia
- Lymphatic drainage and detoxification of skin and organ systems
- Better mental alertness, focus and relaxation for the client
- Emotional cleansing through the application of essential oils
- Preventive maintenance for aging and skin blemishes
- Ear-Acupressure Points for deep healing
- The use of Gua Sha tools in face-lift massage
Traditionally, through the use of acupressure and special manipulative massage strokes, the treatment goes beyond Swedish massage and concentrates on opening up the acupuncture meridians that energize the face, head and shoulders to achieve a balancing and grounding effect.
Additional physiological relief is obtained for all types of headaches, TMJ Dysfunctions, sinusitis and emotional balancing
This is a hands-on course you will learns to incorporate theory with working with Qi using penetrating techniques, field awareness and intention concentrates on. The practitioner goes beyond the superficial beauty of the client by bringing out the Radiance of Inner Health.
In this course you will learn:
- The causes of skin diseases and aging according to the Chinese medical model.
- 12 soft- tissue strokes for rejuvenation and prevention of aging.
- The function of acupressure points, their location and evaluation of the ear, face and neck.
- Special uses of essential oils for the face and constitution with special application Techniques to the ears.
- Facial Skin-lift and Skin rejuvenation Qigong Exercises.
Date: Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Time: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Location:
Cortiva Institute – Cromwell campus
45 Shunpike Road, Suite 10
Cromwell, Connecticut 06416
Phone: 860-667-1886
Tuition: $190
CE Credits: 8 Live
Approved by: NCBTMB – PROV# 2797780-00/ Florida Board of Massage Therapy PROV # 50-1674
Instructor: Wolfgang Luckmann
Instructor bio: Wolfgang Luckmann A.P. (Acupuncture Physician), DiHom, L.M.T. is a licensed acupuncture physician, massage therapist and homeopath who has taught internationally for the last twenty years. He trained in traditional Chinese medicine at the Acupressure Acupuncture Institute, in Miami and in Clinical Advanced Therapeutic Massage at the College for Natural Health, also in Miami. He has pioneered many uses of Oriental Body Modalities for psycho-somatic disorders including treatments for ADHD/Hyperactivity and Autistic children. Currently he teaches workshops for massage therapists and acupuncturists all around the United States and was inducted into the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame in 2015.
For more information, go to www.wolfgangluckmann.com.
What to bring: massage linens, note taking supplies and a great attitude!
