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Tom Pinckney, LMT, BS

Instructor


Bio:

Tom has been a licensed massage therapist since 1997. He has Associate in Science and Bachelor in Science degrees focusing on body/mind health and psychology. Tom is currently a teacher at The New York Institute of Massage. He has been employed there since 1998. Aside from a deep and eclectic background in massage practice, Tom is highly trained in a number
of Oriental Arts. He has a Karate teaching license from Tokyo, Japan and is a 7th degree black belt in Wado Ryu Karate. He has taught courses, seminars, and clinics in schools and universities around the United States.


Courses

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Massage Techniques – This course introduces the student to many of the recognized techniques of massage therapy. The student will learn the history and basic theories of the techniques presented, as well as how to integrate portions of these techniques into their massage routines. Each class presents a different tech…
Medical Massage – In this course, the student learns to integrate the basic massage skills to effectively treat a variety of conditions through specific massage treatments. Focus is on massage routines for individuals with a referral for a specific medical and/or chiropractic diagnosis. The student will increase t…
Oriental Massage – This course introduces the student to the theories and practices of the Chinese and Japanese healing arts. Upon completion, the student will have a basic understanding of the oriental concept and will be able to apply the learned information to practical application. The student is introduced to …
Hot Stone Massage (6CE) – Class Name: Hot Stone Massage Class Description:The purpose of this course is to familiarize massage therapists with the use of hot stones in their practice. Here is an outline of what this course will cover:          History  &n…;
Hot Stone/Deep Tissue Combination Massage (6CE) – Class Name: Hot Stone/Deep Tissue Combination Massage (6CE) Class Description:  This class will introduce the use of hot basalt stones in combination with deep tissue massage to address muscle tension, injury, and stress. The stones will be used as a very effective method of hydrotherapy…
Shiatsu: Hara Development (6CE) – Class Name:  Shiatsu: Hara Development Class Description :  The purpose of this course is to provide students with several advanced Shiatsu treatment plans. Students will also participate in a series of breathing, balance, alignment, and energy development exercises designed to impr…

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