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By Ruth Duncan, founder of MFR UK training. This book is an illustrated step-by-step guide to more than 60 MFR techniques. Click 'Buy Now' to be redirected to Amazon to get your copy!
With over 14 years of experience, MFR UK is a leading provider of myofascial and soft tissue workshops for healthcare professionals involved in sports and remedial care.
"This was the most eye-opening course I have been on in 20 years of being a physiotherapist. My sense of touch was enhanced and I was amazed at the time element needed. The reactions/responses to some of the techniques were profound. A course that will definitely change my practice – Physiotherapist, London"
Structural Series Part 1
"One of the best courses I have been on. A fascinating course with clear instruction and feedback on techniques which means you can put them into practice immediately – Massage Therapist, London"
This is a 2-day structural series part 1 myofascial release workshop
Pre-requisite, core education training qualification in a bodywork therapy including anatomy and physiology.
The participant will:
examine the development of fascia,
Event Details
This is a 2-day structural series part 1 myofascial release workshop
Pre-requisite, core education training qualification in a bodywork therapy including anatomy and physiology.
The participant will:
examine the development of fascia, its structural function and dysfunction and physiological effects of a variety of fascial release techniques
learn observation and palpatory diagnostic skills
learn various fascial release application and specific techniques for the shoulders, neck, and extremities
learn the fundamental fascial cross hand release, transverse planes, arm/leg pulls and active and passive soft tissue techniques
explore fascial rehabilitation and self-care approaches.
Please note, as this qualification is a post-graduate training programme, we generally cannot accept movement therapists, personal trainers or fitness coaches unless they are insured to deliver hands-on therapy as part of their core qualification. Unfortunately, we cannot accept energy workers, reflexologists, talk therapists or Indian head massage therapists for these workshops.
Diploma students will require to complete the necessary assignments which will include the practical applications and theory of this workshop.
Spaces Available – go to the bottom of this page to book
This is a 2-day structural series part two workshop
Pre-requisite – structural series part 1
The participant will:
learn valuable assessment
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Spaces Available – go to the bottom of this page to book
This is a 2-day structural series part two workshop
Pre-requisite – structural series part 1
The participant will:
learn valuable assessment approaches for pelvic obliquity and leg length discrepancy
Learn soft tissue and myofascial pelvic balancing techniques to restore pelvic symmetry
learn myofascial release techniques to restore and maintain balance in the craniosacral system
learn valuable soft tissue and myofascial techniques for the erector spinae group, lower limb, neck and shoulders
learn the integration of specific muscle energy techniques with myofascial release techniques for the pelvic area
learn the importance of compression and decompression fascial release techniques
Diploma students will require to complete the necessary assignments which will include the practical applications and theory of this workshop.
Spaces Available – go to the bottom of this page to book
This is a 2-day structural series part 3 workshop
Pre-requisite – structural series part 2
The participant will learn:
advanced myofascial
Event Details
Spaces Available – go to the bottom of this page to book
This is a 2-day structural series part 3 workshop
Pre-requisite – structural series part 2
The participant will learn:
advanced myofascial release techniques for the TMJ complex, including intraoral work
refine the integration of the whole body approach
learn position of ease and compression myofascial techniques for the thoracic area
learn the importance of myofascial rebounding
develop a kinesthetic touch of fascial responses and reactions to fascial techniques.
Diploma students will require to complete the necessary assignments which will include the practical applications and theory of this workshop.
Understanding the Feet in Function and Dysfunction – A Biotensegrity Point of View
A 1-day event for manual and movement therapists taught by James Earls at The Healthy Life Centre in
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Understanding the Feet in Function and Dysfunction – A Biotensegrity Point of View
A 1-day event for manual and movement therapists taught by James Earls at The Healthy Life Centre in Edinburgh.
The feet are the body’s first points of interaction with the ground. As such, feet have to deal with forces coming down from the body and coming back into them from the ground – all whilst encased in various strange and restricting footwear.
During this introduction to the form and function of the feet, we will look at the overall anatomy of the foot with an exploration of the interactions between bones, muscles and tendons – not with the usual textbook stories, but in context of the roles they all play together in real-life movement. We will explore the relationships between the feet and the rest of the body and why they should be one of the first areas to check when clients present with aches and pains – what should your feet do when you reach, lunge, or turn? How does your left foot connect to your right arm? What are the roles of the fascial tissues of the feet, how do they contribute to movement and stability and what can you do to assess and enhance their abilities?
By the end of the day, you will know exactly what to look for in your client and how to assess the foot’s adaptability. The day will be interactive, explorative and fun – be prepared to explore new areas, new strategies and new ideas.
Please wear comfortable clothing for this event. Certificates of attendance will be provided after the workshop.
More about James Earls
Based in the United Kingdom (UK), James Earls is a writer, lecturer and bodyworker, specialising in Myofascial Release and Structural Integration. In recent years he has concentrated on blending movement with manual therapy to create a new approach, ‘Active Fascial Release’.
James Earls
Increasing the understanding and practice of manual therapy has been a passion of James’ since he first started practising bodywork over 25 years ago. Throughout his career, James has travelled widely to learn from the best educators in his field, including Thomas Myers, Art Riggs, and Gary Gray. James and Tom Myers authored Fascial Release for Structural Balance, a definitive guide to the assessment and manipulation of fascial patterns.
James’ vision of what manual therapy could look like in the 21st century led to the founding of Anatomy Trains UK and Ultimate Massage Solutions in the early 2000’s. With the growing demand for movement and manual therapy blends, James is now concentrating on finding new approaches to understanding how to apply movement and myofascial principles to bodywork.
Having helped build the reputation of Anatomy Trains for Tom Myers through the UK, Europe and worldwide, James now teaches a range of his own courses and is a regular lecturer at conferences and workshops around the globe. Renowned for his relaxed and humorous style, James is a popular presenter whose subject is applicable for a wide-ranging audience that includes osteopaths, physiotherapists, massage therapists and movement therapists.
James has collaborated with some of the top researchers in bodywork and fascial theory, and has been involved in a number of projects involving research into fascia, movement and treatment modalities. James’ blend of movement and fascial understanding led to the publication of his well-received “Born to Walk”, an introduction to the interconnected mechanics of the body.
Package 2. 2 days and evening event
Facia in Focus event. Read more about this amazing event here.
Dr. Carol Davis – 22nd – 23rd June. Fascia As The Foundation of Life
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Event Details
Package 2. 2 days and evening event
Facia in Focus event. Read more about this amazing event here.
Click on the venue tab below for full details of where The Village Hotel is and how to get there. A discount voucher for The Village Hotel will be provided after you have made your Fascia in Focus event booking.
All delegates will receive a CPD certificate of attendance.
Please see our T&C page to view our cancellation and refunds policy.
Package 2. 2 days and evening event
Facia in Focus event. Read more about this amazing event here.
Dr. Carol Davis – 22nd – 23rd June. Fascia As The Foundation of Life
Evening
Event Details
Package 2. 2 days and evening event
Facia in Focus event. Read more about this amazing event here.
Click on the venue tab below for full details of where The Village Hotel is and how to get there. A discount voucher for The Village Hotel will be provided after you have made your Fascia in Focus event booking.
All delegates will receive a CPD certificate of attendance.
Please see our T&C page to view our cancellation and refunds policy.
This is the Saturday evening dinner and myofascial immersion event at Fascia in Focus.
This is a special event starting with dinner at 6.15pm and finishing at approximately 9.30pm
The evening myofascial
Event Details
This is the Saturday evening dinner and myofascial immersion event at Fascia in Focus.
This is a special event starting with dinner at 6.15pm and finishing at approximately 9.30pm
The evening myofascial immersion event is to allow attendees to experience some self-care and treatment approaches with multiple hands-on, multi therapists sessions.
This is a fantastic way to experience the kinaesthetic touch and response from fascial treatments and highlights how touch is vitally important to re-connect body and mind.
All attendees must be comfortable, but don’t have to be experienced, with treatment responses such as movement (unwinding), fascial stretching and emotion.
