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Hot Stone Deep Tissue (30 hours)
Saskatoon, SK
Hot Stone Deep Tissue (30 hours) stones Included! - Basic set of stones included!
Instructor created the original Deep Tissue hot Stone class in 2003 with course approval when only spa style was offered. Full body all major muscle groups- legs IT band, Back erectors spinalis, low back glut QL, arms pectorals. Fibre stripping with edge of stone, focus is deep tissue. Great release! SAVE YOUR HANDS! Heat more effective then pain killers and longer lasting results.
30 hour certificate with 20 hours training and 10 hours practicum done on your own clients after class.
DATES:
Calgary Sep 27-28th 2025 and June 6-7th 2026
Saskatoon Sep 26-27th 2026 held at MTAS office
8am-6:30pm - 2 days.
COST: $575 no gst includes stones.
REGISTER: email jonibrestler@hotmail.com or 14038914822 cell
$100 deposit by etransfer.
Joni Brestler RMT, CIPI retired SAVE YOUR HANDS Injury Prevention Instructor, Oceans Massage IG @jonioceans
20 primary credits - MTAS
NMP Somatic Education Natural Movement Pattern Somatics - Module 3 & 4
Saskatoon, SK
NMP Somatic Education™ – Natural Movement Pattern Somatics
NMP Somatics™ is a Canadian-developed, progressive somatic movement education program (the Somatic Exercise Teacher Training) designed for Registered Massage Therapists and bodywork professionals. Grounded in Hanna Somatic Education, neuroplasticity, and sensory-motor learning, the program aligns with Canadian massage therapy values of client safety, professional boundaries, and evidence-informed practice. The training emphasizes how many chronic pain and postural patterns are neurological rather than structural and provides practical, non-forceful movement tools that complement hands-on massage therapy within scope of practice.
NMP Somatics™ is further informed by peer-reviewed clinical research, including findings published in the Saudi Journal of Medicine & Medical Sciences (2022), which demonstrated significant reductions in chronic neck and low back pain, decreased reliance on pain medication, and fewer physician visits following Hanna Somatic Education sessions, supporting somatic movement education as a safe, non-pharmacological approach to neuromuscular retraining.
Program Overview (Modules 1– 4). This professional training progresses from foundational neuromuscular awareness to applied teaching, observation, and assisted learning principles.
Participants learn how chronic pain, posture, and movement limitations are often neurological in origin, and how somatic exercises can safely retrain the brain-body connection.
Offered both In Person & Online.
PRICE:
Online Modules: $500 each
In Person Modules: $650 each
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Participants will:
- Understand the neurological basis of chronic muscle tension and postural imbalance.
- Identify flexor, extensor, rotational, and limb-based movement patterns.
- Develop strong observation skills for movement quality and coordination.
- Learn safe, non-invasive somatic exercises for self-care and client education.
- Integrate movement-based strategies to complement hands-on massage therapy.
TEACHING FORMAT
- Experiential, movement-based learning.
- Floor-based and functional somatic exercises.
- Small group practice, observation, and discussion.
- Emphasis on client safety, nervous system regulation, and professional scope.
Saskatoon, SK
Module 3 September 26 & 27, 2026
Module 4 September 28 & 29, 2026 (pending approval for MTAS con-ed credits)
NMP Somatics™ programs are currently hosted by Serenity Somatics while the NMP Somatic Education Canada website is under development.
EMAIL: serenitysomatics@gmail.com
Fascial Decompression Workshop - Level 1
Saskatoon, SK
FASCIAL DECOMPRESSION WORKSHOPS
Taught by Denny Paccagnan, RMT
Coming to Saskatoon - October 2026
About the Instructor:
Denny Paccagnan, RMT has 30 000 of hands-on clinical hours and has been teaching this workshop since 2010. He has worked alongside numerous chiropractors, specialized physiotherapists and acupuncturists. He has certifications in myofascial release since 1997, full certifications in Structural Myofascial Release (2004), Manual Lymphatic Drainage (2002), and Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Therapy (2011). His style is influenced by general fascial practitioners like John Barnes, structural therapists like Thomas Myers, Gil Hedley, and Barry Jenings, as well as Biodynamic Cranial Sacral practitioners like Ged Sumners and Michael Shea. All of which help form the basis of Denny’s teachings.
About the Teaching Assistant:
Sonia Brown, RMT trained in British Columbia in the 3000 hour programme. Sonia also has many years of training and experience in Myofascial Release Therapy and Manual Lymph Drainage.
FASCIAL DECOMPRESSION WORKSHOP (Level 1)
Saskatoon
16th and 17th October 2026
Cost: $582.75 (including Sales Tax) for MTAS members
Cost: $616.05 (including Sales Tax) for non-MTAS members
NOTE: A non-refundable deposit of $150.00 will be charged for any cancellation less than seven (7) days before the workshop begins.
Credits: 14 primary for MTAS members
Accredited by NHPC, MTAA, CRMTA and CMMOTA in Alberta
Location: MTAS office classroom, #22 - 1738 Quebec Ave Saskatoon, SK., S7K 1V9
In this two day, in-class (14 hour) workshop, students will improve their fascial palpitation skills in order to feel fascial restrictions and learn to gently decompress them. Students will also acquire knowledge about the nervous system and its affect on connective tissue and its influence on patient health. The students will gain confidence on how to treat specific injuries and postural imbalances in a way that utilizes less pressure and develops tactile skills to address fascial health concerns. In essence, this course will empower students to become better at decompressing fascial restrictions via theory and practical technique applications. The techniques taught are gentle for both the patient and the therapist and are fantastic for both structural therapists and those who wish to practice a softer therapeutic approach. Even though the techniques are gentle, students will learn how to work at a very deep level without discomfort to the client.
ACTIVE FASCIAL DECOMPRESSION WORKSHOP (Level 2)
Saskatoon
19th and 20th October 2026
Cost: $582.75 (including Sales Tax) for MTAS members
Cost: $616.05 (including Sales Tax) for non-MTAS members
NOTE: A non-refundable deposit of $150.00 will be charged for any cancellation less than seven (7) days before the workshop begins.
Credits: 14 primary for MTAS members
Accredited by NHPC, MTAA, CRMTA and CMMOTA in Alberta
Location: MTAS office classroom, #22 - 1738 Quebec Ave Saskatoon, SK., S7K 1V9
Would you like to learn how to address sensitive clients that require a more gentle yet very deep approach to releasing fascia actively?
In this two-day, in-class (14-hour), hands-on workshop, students will learn how to actively release fascia in the back, neck, arms, shoulders, hips and legs without causing pain to the client. As well, the student will learn how to decompress and release fascia in a way that minimizes wear and tear on the therapist.
This workshop builds on the foundation of the Fascial Decompression Workshop listed above.
These workshops are designed for massage therapists and other practitioners with hands-on rehabilitative certifications or degrees. A basic understanding of anatomy and physiology is essential in order to expand myofascial release knowledge and tactile ability.
(Prerequisite for Active Fascial Decompression is Fascial Decompression - listed above.)
Registration for both classes:
Centre for Soft Tissue Pain Inc.
Phone: 403-216-8770 or 403-512-6157
Email: the_centre@shaw.ca
Website: centreforsofttissuepain.ca
Active Fascial Decompression Workshop - Level 2
Saskatoon, SK
FASCIAL DECOMPRESSION WORKSHOPS
Taught by Denny Paccagnan, RMT
Coming to Saskatoon - October 2026
About the Instructor:
Denny Paccagnan, RMT has 30 000 of hands-on clinical hours and has been teaching this workshop since 2010. He has worked alongside numerous chiropractors, specialized physiotherapists and acupuncturists. He has certifications in myofascial release since 1997, full certifications in Structural Myofascial Release (2004), Manual Lymphatic Drainage (2002), and Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Therapy (2011). His style is influenced by general fascial practitioners like John Barnes, structural therapists like Thomas Myers, Gil Hedley, and Barry Jenings, as well as Biodynamic Cranial Sacral practitioners like Ged Sumners and Michael Shea. All of which help form the basis of Denny’s teachings.
About the Teaching Assistant:
Sonia Brown, RMT trained in British Columbia in the 3000 hour programme. Sonia also has many years of training and experience in Myofascial Release Therapy and Manual Lymph Drainage.
ACTIVE FASCIAL DECOMPRESSION WORKSHOP (Level 2)
Saskatoon
19th and 20th October 2026
Cost: $582.75 (including Sales Tax) for MTAS members
Cost: $616.05 (including Sales Tax) for non-MTAS members
NOTE: A non-refundable deposit of $150.00 will be charged for any cancellation less than seven (7) days before the workshop begins.
Credits: 14 primary for MTAS members
Accredited by NHPC, MTAA, CRMTA and CMMOTA in Alberta
Location: MTAS office classroom, #22 - 1738 Quebec Ave Saskatoon, SK., S7K 1V9
Would you like to learn how to address sensitive clients that require a more gentle yet very deep approach to releasing fascia actively?
In this two-day, in-class (14-hour), hands-on workshop, students will learn how to actively release fascia in the back, neck, arms, shoulders, hips and legs without causing pain to the client. As well, the student will learn how to decompress and release fascia in a way that minimizes wear and tear on the therapist.
This workshop builds on the foundation of the Fascial Decompression Workshop listed above.
These workshops are designed for massage therapists and other practitioners with hands-on rehabilitative certifications or degrees. A basic understanding of anatomy and physiology is essential in order to expand myofascial release knowledge and tactile ability.
(Prerequisite for Active Fascial Decompression is Fascial Decompression.)
Registration:
Centre for Soft Tissue Pain Inc.
Phone: 403-216-8770 or 403-512-6157
Email: the_centre@shaw.ca
Website: centreforsofttissuepain.ca
Craniosacral Therapy and Therapeutic Process Technique Training
TBA
Align Alive Academy Craniosacral Therapy and Therapeutic Process Techniques training
Saskatoon CSFT1/CSTMT1 - Mar 19-22
Edmonton CSFT1/CSTTPT2 - June 11-14
Saskatoon CSFT 1/CSTTPT 1 - July 16-19
Manitou Beach, SK CSFT1/CSTTPT2 - Sept 3-6
Location TBA CSFT/CSTTPT3 - Nov 19-22
For more information: www.drzubin.com/classe