Novice Class

Our Novice class is a full day introduction to therapeutic Swedish massage taught by one or more of our experienced faculty members. Whether you plan to study at Discoverypoint in the Professional Massage Program or simply want to learn the basics of how to provide a good back and neck rub to friends and family, this class is designed for you. WEAR clothing comfortable for movement — we'll ... Read More

Our Novice class is a full day introduction to therapeutic Swedish massage taught by one or more of our experienced faculty members. Whether you plan to study at Discoverypoint in the Professional Massage Program or simply want to learn the basics of how to provide a good back and neck rub to friends and family, this class is designed for you.

WEAR clothing comfortable for movement — we'll be moving around, giving and receiving massage!
BRING a set of twin sheets with a pillowcase. (You'll be the only one lying on your sheets.) We recommend regular cotton ones; not flannel, not silky, and not jersey-knit material. You can also bring a notebook + pen if you'd like to take notes; handouts will be provided.


Feedback & Workshops

Feedback & Workshops are classes geared toward specific learning exercises for our student therapists. These may include injury & assessment workshops, LMT Feedback Sessions, or similar — be sure to read the description to see if you meet the criteria for these classes prior to signing up.


Electives

Elective Classes are offered to existing LMTs for Continuing Education credit — and offered to currently enrolled students for credit toward their diploma. These are typically short, introductory classes — giving LMTs and students a great chance to sample a particular modality, topic, or instructor — without having to commit to an all-day workshop or multi-day retreat. See the individual course... Read More

Elective Classes are offered to existing LMTs for Continuing Education credit — and offered to currently enrolled students for credit toward their diploma. These are typically short, introductory classes — giving LMTs and students a great chance to sample a particular modality, topic, or instructor — without having to commit to an all-day workshop or multi-day retreat. See the individual course description for cost, details, and prerequisite qualifications before registering.


CE — Continuing Education classes

Continuing Education Classes. Topic, instructor, and audience may vary per class offering. See the individual course description for cost, details, and prerequisite qualifications before registering.

Abby Thomson, CMLDT, RYT, LMT

Growing up encouraged to dance and explore movement patterns, Abby knew she had unique experience to be in a therapeutic and rehabilitation field. She came to Washington to pursue medicine, found massage, and has never looked back. Graduating from Cortiva School of Massage in 2010, Abby has developed her career with the mentorship of physical therapist, occupational therapists and chiropractors. She became a Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist (CMLDT) in 2020, and a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) in 2022. At Discoverypoint, Abby teaches Lymphatic Facilitation, Outcome Based Massage, First Aid/CPR, and Student Clinic. When she isn’t working, you can find her walking her dog Kiko and enjoying the Pacific Northwest scenery.

Abby Thomson, CMLDT, RYT, LMT Growing up encouraged to dance and explore movement patterns, Abby... Read More

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