Continuing Education

How? This class gives you up-to-date emergency training required by the state of Wisconsin to maintain your Massage Therapy license. You will receive the cards proving you have taken the training. The cards are good for 2 years. Sign up today by registering online. The complete fee of $100 is due the day of class and payable to the instructor directly or via the online registration. Payment must be cash or check made out to Sue Hoefs. Massage therapists who only need CPR may do just that portion of the class. See online options when registering. Space is limited, sign up today!

Aromatherapy for Massage Therapists

Come learn to add this exciting adjunct therapy to your bodywork.

When? TBA

9:00-5:00

Where? WSMT

Who? Your instructor is Robin Wenninger, Wisconsin Licensed Massage Therapist, instructor at WSMT, and Certified Aromatherapist. She has utilized essential oils in her massage work and personal life for the last 7 years.

How? This class gives you 8 continuing education hours of training in aromatherapy approved for Wisconsin licensing. Aromatherapy is the science and art of using essential oils to benefit the body and environment.

This class will give you background into aromatherapy and introduce you to the properties of 10 essential oils and 5 carrier oils. You will be able to safely blend these oils into various products to use for your massage therapy practice. You will go home with a selection of your own hand-blended products to use in your work.

Sign up today by filling out the registration form and mailing it to Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy with the complete fee of $235. Space is limited, sign up today!

Taping to Improve Function

This is a great addition to massage work, extending the effects of the massage past the session...

When? Thursday, March 21, 2024

9:00 - 5:00

Where? Wisconsin School o Massage Therapy

N112 W15237 Mequon Road Suite 400

Germantown, WI 53022

262-250-1276 | www.wsmt.org

Who? Your instructor is Lisa Krause, WLMT, MS. Lisa has been an instructor at WSMT for many years. Lisa has successful therapeutic massage practice where she uses taping regularly to help her clients regain pain-free mobility. You will enjoy learning from her teaching expertise in both massage and exercise physiology.

How? This class gives you 8 continuing education hours to understand and practice using taping in massage work. Taping is a tool that MTs can use to facilitate the body’s natural healing process while providing support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting the body’s ROM. This class includes a discussion of origins and research as well as hands-on demonstrations and guided practice using these techniques. You will enjoy adding this additional service to your massage practice. Includes a roll of Rocktape for participants to keep and begin to use. Approved for Wisconsin licensing. Sign up today by filling out the registration form and mailing it to Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy with the complete fee of $215. Space is limited, sign up today!

"Excellent teacher, (she) knows the subject and teaches well."

"Wow, so beyond my expectations and taking home all this product! Thank you, thank you, thank you! I feel better equipped for my on-going blending and use of essential oils in my practice."

"(This class) was more than expected. Awesome instructor!"

Anatomical Skull Painting

No artistic skill needed!

Come have some fun in a CE class!

When? Fall, 2023

9:00 - 5:00p.m.

Where? Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy N112W15237 Mequon Road Suite 400

Germantown, WI 53022

262-250-1276 | www.wsmt.org

How? This class gives you 8 continuing education hours to study in detail the anatomy of the human skull by painting and labeling the structures on your very own skull you get to take with you at the end of the class. Come explore the wonders of the vessel which houses the brain and leave with a great demonstration tool for your office. Sign up today by filling out the registration form and mailing it to Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy with the complete fee of $235.

"Lisa was an excellent teacher - kind, patient, knowledgeable, and interested in helping me apply what I learned. (It was) a reasonable, logical format and practical as well. Thoroughly enjoyed my training experience...top notch instructor and experience!"

Lymphatic Massage

Learn the techniques to support a healthy lymph system. Come find out about this fun speciality!

When? Friday, April 5, 2024

9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Where? WSMT

Who? Your instructor is Lisa Krause, WLMT. Lisa has been an instructor at WSMT for many years. Lisa has a very successful specialty of lymphatic work. You will enjoy learning from her expertise.

How? This class gives you 8 continuing education hours of training in Lymphatic Massage approved for Wisconsin licensing. You will learn a general lymphatic massage designed for clients who want to relax while supporting their immune system. Note: This class does not give you medical training in lymphadema massage for post surgery edema or edema caused by other medical conditions. Sign up today by filling out the registration form and mailing it to Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy with the complete fee of $195. Space is limited, sign up today!

Our CE classes are designed for and primarily attended by licensed professional massage therapists. Massage therapy students and other allied professions also welcome!

No photography or videography of classes allowed.

We charge $20 to reissue certificates/receipts. Please keep your documents in a safe place.

Massage Cupping

Not just trendy, but a really useful add-on to our work. Come learn how to incorporate cups in massage!

When? Thursday, February 1, 2024

9:00 - 5:00

Where? Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy

N112W15237 Mequon Road Suite 400

Germantown, WI 53022

262-250-1276 |

www.wsmt.org

Who? Your instructor is Lisa Krause, WSMT Instructor, exercise physiologist and WLMT.

How? This class gives you 8 continuing education hours of training in massage cupping approved for Wisconsin licensing. Cupping feels good as it provides a different way to loosen stiff tissues and decrease pain. This class will give you the background and hands-on practice you need to be confident working with the cups in your massage work. Clients love receiving this work and they will love that you can also learn more variations of these techniques with our other cupping classes. Sign up today by filling out the registration form and mailing it to Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy with the complete fee of $195. Space is limited, sign up today!

Yoga Tune Up

Come learn what works to take care of yourself as a professional Massage Therapist.

When? Thursday, April 25, 2024

9:00 - 5:00pm.

Where? Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy

N112W15237 Mequon Road Suite 400

Germantown, WI 53022

262-250-1276 | www.wsmt.org

Who? Your instructor is Lisa Krause, WLMT. Lisa is an instructor at WSMT, an exercise physiologist and Certified Roll Model® Method Practitioner. You will enjoy learning from her expertise.

How? This class gives you 8 continuing education hours in which you will review anatomy and physiology including the musculoskeletal, nervous, and digestive systems. You will learn self-care and relaxation techniques to enhance your skeletal muscle mobility as well as fascial pliability through exploring exercise techniques using various modalities including balls and stretch straps. You will also learn how to best serve your clients by gaining a better understanding of viscera including how the diaphragm and pelvic floor are connected and how stressed intestines my lead to forward head posture. Yoga Tune Up balls, Coregeous ball and stretch strap included. Sign up today by filling out the registration form and mailing it to WSMT with the complete fee of $235. Space is limited, sign up today!

"I really enjoyed the (taping) class. I think this will help me personally and in my massage practice. It makes taping much more accessible than the videos (you can find) online. (In the class I learned how to) get stretch on the tape by moving the client, not the tape."

Salt Stone Massage

We have been very impressed with this new modality! Come be at the front of this new trend in massage.

When? Thursday, January 18, 2024

9:00 - 5:00

Where? Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy

N112W15237 Mequon Road Suite 400

Germantown, WI 53022

262-250-1276 | www.wsmt.org

Who? Your instructor is Lisa Krause, WSMT Instructor, Exercise Physiologist and WLMT.

How? This class gives you 8 continuing education hours of training in salt stone massage approved for Wisconsin licensing. Salt crystals from an ancient primal sea beneath the Himalayan Mountains are mined and hand-carved into beautiful, mineral-rich massage stones that gently soothe away an accumulation of stress, tension and turmoil. Clients report they enjoy a balance of the mind, body and spirit by receiving salt stone massage. This class includes instruction, practice, a set of 6 salt massage stones, and a bottle of sanitizing spray. Participants will need to bring an electric skillet, sheets, lubricant, and towels to class. Sign up today by filling out the registration form and mailing it to Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy with the complete fee of $235. Space is limited, sign up today!

"I love learning new modalities that are both relaxing and therapeutic. Salt stones are so easy to work with. They warm faster than basalt stones and the clean up is a breeze. I am looking forward to adding this to my menu!" Vickie B.

"I prefer salt stones to other stones. (They are) soothing to client and practitioner (who can) monitor the heat better. I like the neck, chest, heart, glutes...a wonderful new tool! Just wait...you will love it!"

Interested in arranging a class for your group? WSMT can set up a class to meet your needs. Call to arrange it! We require a minimum of 6 participants prepaid within 7 days of scheduling.

Sports Massage

Come learn how to address the needs of the athlete...

When? TBA

9:00 - 5:00pm.

Where? Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy

N112W15237 Mequon Road Suite 400

Germantown, WI 53022

262-250-1276 | www.wsmt.org

Who? Your instructor is Lisa Krause, WLMT. Lisa is an instructor at WSMT, an exercise physiologist and Certified Roll Model® Method Practitioner. You will enjoy learning from her expertise.

How? Fine tune your skills in working with conditions including golfer's elbow, tennis elbow, runner's knee, shin splints, medial and lateral ankle sprains, as well as pre and post event sports massage. Approved for Wisconsin licensing for 8 hours continuing education. Sign up today by filling out the registration form and mailing it to WSMT with the complete fee of $195. Space is limited, sign up today!

Explore the Core

When? TBA

9:00 - 5:00pm.

Where? Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy

N112W15237 Mequon Road Suite 400

Germantown, WI 53022

262-250-1276 | www.wsmt.org

Who? Your instructor is Lisa Krause, WLMT. Lisa is an instructor at WSMT, an exercise physiologist and Certified Roll Model® Method Practitioner. You will enjoy learning from her expertise.

How? Take a closer look at the body’s core. What makes up the core, why it is important, how to take care of it for yourself and your clients. Discover new ways to look at the anatomy of the torso, learn breathing techniques, explore self-care with the Coregeous Ball® and self massage. Re-visit massage techniques to help your clients, as well. You will receive a Coregeous Ball® to use in the class and keep. Approved for Wisconsin licensing for 8 hours continuing education. Sign up soon by filling out the registration form and mailing it to WSMT with the complete fee of $215.

Fascial Yielding

When? TBA

9:00 - 5:00pm.

Where? Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy

N112W15237 Mequon Road Suite 400

Germantown, WI 53022

262-250-1276 | www.wsmt.org

Who? Your instructor is Lisa Krause, WLMT. Lisa is an instructor at WSMT, an exercise physiologist and Certified Roll Model® Method Practitioner. You will enjoy learning from her expertise.

How? Come explore this modality of techniques aimed at improving the function of the fascia. Review the structure and function of this system. Learn and practice or refine your techniques to help free up tissue that should move, glide, and slide. This work can be incorporated into every massage whether you are warming up tissue before your relaxation massages or as part of addressing problem areas with therapeutic work. Sign up soon by filling out the registration form and mailing it to WSMT with the complete fee of $195.

Infant Massage

Want to help parents learn to comfort and connect with their newborn? Come find out about this fun speciality!

When? TBA

1:00-5:00

Where? WSMT

Who? Your instructor is Lisa Krause, WLMT. Lisa has been an instructor at WSMT for many years. Lisa has a very successful specialty of working with many expectant mothers and their infants. You will enjoy learning from her expertise.

How? This class gives you 4 continuing education hours of training in Infant Massage approved for Wisconsin licensing. Sign up today by filling out the registration form and mailing it to Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy with the complete fee of $125. Space is limited, sign up today!