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SUMMARY:Foundations in Reflexology
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for our first introductory course in reflexology of 2026! \nDiscover the healing art of reflexology in this introductory course. Reflexology is a therapeutic bodywork modality that involves applying pressure techniques to specific areas of the feet\, hands\, and ears to promote relaxation\, improve circulation\, and support overall well-being. This course is designed for beginners who are interested in exploring the fundamentals of reflexology\, its benefits\, and practical techniques. \nWhat to Expect\nThis course delivers 12 hours of live lessons via Zoom\, and 16 hours of practicum here in the Austin studio. Each week you will have reading and homework assignments to complete at your own pace; it’s recommended to set aside 2-4 hours for these self-paced studies. Neurodivergent learners may find they need to budget a bit of extra time – classmates are encouraged to coordinate homework body doubling via the group chat. \n \nZoom Classroom\n Lectures:\n\nOrigins of Reflexology – we’ll look at the history of foot therapies spanning some 5\,000 years of healing arts from India\, China\, Egypt\, Europe and today’s modern approaches in North America.\nTheories of Reflexology – next we’ll look at the theories of how foot\, hand\, and ear therapies work and what sets reflexology apart from massaging these maps.\nReflexology Maps – an introduction to the Zones\, Body Regions\, and Guidelines mapped out on the foot\, hand\, and ears.\nReflexology for Every Body – a discussion on the benefits of authentic reflexology treatments\, common reasons folks utilize this therapy\, as well as cautions\, and contraindications when reflexology is not advised.\nStructure and Function of the Foot and Lower Leg – a deep dive into the arches\, bones\, and tissues of the feet lay a framework of understanding the mechanics of foot functionality and movement.\nSetting Up Your Treatment Area – are you ready to give your first reflexology treatment? In this session we’ll talk about industry best practices\, public health\, and have you feeling confidant to give that first practice session after practicum!\n\n\nPracticum\nDay One:\n\nObserving the Feet – we’ll interact with each other’s feet to explore stress cues\, longitudinal zones and guidelines\, as well as the four main types of foot shapes;\nGait and Footwear Analysis – observing each other’s feet to put our anatomy into practice we’ll see what stress cues we can pick up on – bring your most comfortable shoes you wear often!\nIntroduction to Reflex Techniques – we’ll practice finger\, thumb\, and knuckle techniques unique to the field of reflexology;\nReflexing the Spinal Cord and Column – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll map out the spine on the feet and put our new reflex techniques into practice;\nPreparing the Feet – we’ll practice a routine to prepare the feet for a comprehensive reflexology session.\n\nDay Two:\n\nReflexing Body Regions – partnering with a classmate we’ll map out body regions and apply reflex techniques to them;\nTaking a Health History – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll practice taking a basic health history using our new session documentation skills;\nThirty Minute Foot Routine – we’ll pull together days one and two to give and receive a ~30 minute foot reflexology treatment with classmates;\nAreas of Emphasis – armed with a ~30 minute general routine we’ll dip our toes into session planning skills to hone in on areas that need a bit more attention than others.\n\nSummer 20260000Days00Hrs00Min00SecNow Enrolling\nBy the end of this first course participants will have a ~30 minute foot reflexology routine using the American Standard method of reflexology. This can readily be used on friends and family\, in an existing field of practice like massage or physical therapy\, or can be a foundation to launch into the intermediate course in our Reflexology Program. \nZoom lectures are scheduled as follows in Central time: \n\nWednesday\, May 13th\, 8am-10am\nWednesday\, May 20th\, 8am-10am\nWednesday\, May 27th\, 8am-10am\nWednesday\, June 3rd\, 8am-10am\nWednesday\, June 10th\, 8am-10am\nWednesday\, June 17th\, 8am-10am\n\nPracticum days in the Austin\, Texas studio will be held on: \n\nSaturday\, June 27th 9am-5pm\nSunday\, June 28th\, 9am-5pm\n\nTea and snacks are provided for during scheduled times\, students are encouraged to bring a sack lunch. The onsite kitchen provides a microwave\, toaster oven\, and gas range. \nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the Foundations in Reflexology page on our user portal over on Practice Better. Pay the $320 tuition (in one payment or two) and respond to application questions during the online checkout process. You will receive a confirmation via email (check your spam folder!) and an invitation to create an account in the student portal. You can use the contact form to send an email if you have questions or schedule a Student Advising via Zoom with Amy. \nRegistration is open to all with seating for twelve (12) participants working on classmates during the practicum. This level is offered a couple times a year for folks to learn a 30 minute routine to practice on loved ones or integrated into an existing bodywork or acupuncture practice. \nTuition\n$320 for Foundations in Reflexology \nClass Refund Policy\nClass payments are non-refundable\, but may be used towards future classes within a twelve month period if you contact us to withdraw within two weeks (14 days) BEFORE the start of class. If you withdraw with less than two weeks (14 days) from the start of class all payments made are non-refundable or transferrable and any balance owed is still due if your payment plan is not complete. Your tuition covers the cost of a seat in the course\, whether or not you are in attendance. If you have to miss classes we will help you make up the missed material. We know that circumstances change and life challenges come up\, but we cannot make exceptions. \nCourse Materials\nYou will need the following three books for Foundations in Reflexology: \n\nThe Complete Guide to Reflexology by Ruth Hull (second edition or higher)\nThe Original Works of Eunice D. Ingham\nHuman Anatomy Coloring Book by Margaret Matt\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nIndividuals interested in holistic and wellness therapies\nAspiring reflexologists and massage therapists\nHealth and wellness practitioners seeking to expand their skills\nAnyone looking to improve their personal well-being through reflexology
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/foundations-in-reflexology/
LOCATION:The Barefoot Dragonfly\, 7601 Pheasant Rock Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Reflexology,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Reflexology Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Share your lunch break with colleagues and classmates in our ‘Reflexology Lunch and Learn’ Zoom series. During this meeting we will present a topic to share and explore together. A $5.00 donation is suggested but the scale slides to zero if you are currently underemployed\, don’t let finances prevent you from joining community. \nUpcoming L&L dates: \n\nMay 21st – Incorporating Tools in the Reflexology Session\n \nRAA\, ARCB\, and NCRE came out with a new position statement on the use of tools in a reflexologist’s practice. What are your thoughts? Does the FDA recognize extensions of a reflexologist’s practice such as hot stones\, wooden or resin dowels\, tuning forks\, singing bowls\, self-care sensory rings\, and the like? Let’s discuss! \nClick here to register for the Reflexology Lunch and Learn on Thursday\, May 21st at 12pm Central via Zoom – this is a live Zoom and will not be recorded for later viewing \n\nJune 22nd – 3 Ways Reflexology is a Great Longevity Hack\nPublic health researchers have found there are distinct areas of health that can be looked after to improve how graceful our clients are aging. What are the top three areas reflexologists frequently target in their sessions that can improve a client’s lifestyle? \nClick here to register for the Reflexology Lunch and Learn on Monday\, June 22nd at 12pm Central via Zoom \n\nJuly 15th – TBA\nWhat topic would you like to see covered? Marketing\, navigating research papers\, writing a superbill?
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Reflexology Course - Level Two
DESCRIPTION:Anatomy\, Physiology\, and Pathology for the Reflexology Practitioner\n\nStudy the wonders of the human body\, and how the healing art of reflexology supports each organ\, gland\, system\, and part in this hybrid Zoom and Austin studio practicum course. You’ll enjoy self-paced learning\, live lectures\, self-directed case studies\, and hands-on-feet practicum amongst classmates. \nThis learning unit has three primary components of study: \n\n12 Body Systems on the Reflexology Maps;\nCommon Pathologies and their Areas of Emphasis in Reflexology;\nPractical hands-on-feet with self-directed case studies between practicums.\n\nAnatomy\, Physiology\, and Pathology for Reflexologists is made up of 24 hours of live lectures via Zoom\, 24 hours of self-study\, 32 hours of practicum\, and 40 hours of student-led case studies (practicing on loved ones and neighbors). Coursework is aimed at exploring body systems through a whole-person lens and practicums are designed to help us apply our theoretical understandings of these systems on the reflex maps of the feet. \nWhen: Wednesday\, July 15th\, 2026 through Sunday\, September 13th\, 2026\nWhere: Online and in the Austin\, Texas studio\nRegister: Registration is $960 through the Student Portal\nPrerequisite: Foundations in Reflexology or equivalent ~48 hour coursework \nApplied Reflexology – Body through Respiratory Systems\nThis unit has six lectures covering the following topics: \n\nThe Body – Anatomy and physiology begins with an understanding of the human body in terms that are relatable and easy to understand.\nThe Skeletal System – Bones are the framework of our body house – offering support\, protection\, shape\, and movement\, as well as mineral homeostasis.\nThe Muscular System – Muscles create movement for the bones and joints of the body as well as internal organs like the digestive tract.\nThe Nervous System – The nervous system picks up on what’s happening inside and outside the body and integrates this information to form a response.\nThe Endocrine System – The chemical messaging system of the body regulates many functions ranging from how deep tonight’s sleep will be to how tall you grew.\nThe Respiratory System – Respiration is the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide through inhalation and exhalation.\n\nThese lectures are delivered live via Zoom and are recorded for participants who cannot attend the live lesson. \nZoom lectures are scheduled as follows (all times in Central Time Zone): \n\nWednesday\, July 15th\, 8-10am\nFriday\, July 17th\, 8-10am\nMonday\, July 20th\, 8-10am\nWednesday\, July 22nd\, 8-10am\nMonday\, July 27th\, 8-10am\nWednesday\, July 29th\, 8-10am\n\nFollowing the Zoom lectures are two days of in-person practicum offered in the Austin\, Texas studio. Practicum dates are scheduled as follows (all times in Central Time Zone): \n\nWednesday\, August 5th\, 2026\nThursday\, August 6th\, 2026\n\nDay One:\n\nSOAP Notes – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll practice documenting our observations;\nReflex Location – we’ll put our theoretical lessons into practice by mapping out the muscular and skeletal system reflexology areas on a classmate’s foot;\nNervous System Practice – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll practice a routine for the central and peripheral nervous system reflexes;\nMusculoskeletal Systems Practice – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll practice a routine for the muscular and skeletal system reflexology areas on the feet.\n\nDay Two:\n\nReflex Location – we’ll put our theoretical lessons into practice by mapping out the endocrine\, and respiratory system reflexology areas on a classmate’s foot;\nEndocrine System Practice – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll practice working the endocrine system simultaneously on both feet;\nRespiratory System Practice – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll practice a protocol for the respiratory system reflexology areas on the feet;\nAreas of Emphasis – armed with a ~40 minute enhanced routine we’ll dip our toes into session planning skills to hone in on areas that need a bit more attention than others.\n\nBy the end of our practicum together we’ll have a roughly forty minute foot reflexology routine that can easily be expanded to a full hour. \nApplied Reflexology – Cardiovascular through Special Senses Systems\nTopics for each lecture are as follows: \n\nThe Cardiovascular System – A 6\,000+ mile network of vessels transports nutrients\, oxygen\, hormones\, and waste products like carbon dioxide and cellular waste around the body.\nThe Lymphatic and Immune System – The lymphatic and immune system is part of our body’s built in maintenance that transports fats and fat-soluble vitamins as well as providing a surveillance and defense mechanism against pathogens.\nThe Digestive System – The digestive system is designed to break down food into usable macro and micro nutrients in order to provide fuel for every cell in the body.\nThe Urinary System – Our built-in water treatment facility\, the Urinary System filters the blood and controls pH\, volume\, composition\, and pressure.\nThe Reproductive System – The reproductive system is unique in that it doesn’t come online until puberty and maintains function until midlife when menopause/andropause brings about a decline or halt to proliferative processes in the gonads.\nThe Integumentary System and Special Senses – The skin is the largest organ of the body and is the organ of touch. We’ll also cover sight\, sound\, taste\, and smell.\n\nThese lectures are delivered live via Zoom and are recorded for participants who cannot make the live lesson. \nZoom lectures are scheduled as follows (all times in Central Time Zone): \n\nMonday\, August 17th\, 8-10am\nWednesday\, August 19th\, 8-10am\nMonday\, August 24th\, 8-10am\nWednesday\, August 26th\, 8-10am\nMonday\, August 31st\, 8-10am\nWednesday\, September 2nd\, 8-10am\n\nFollowing the Zoom lectures are two days of in-person practicum offered in the Austin\, Texas studio. \nPracticum dates are schedules as follows (all times in Central Time Zone): \n\nSaturday\, September 12th\, 9am-5pm\nSunday\, September 13th\, 9am-5pm\n\nThey include: \nDay One:\n\nReflex Location – we’ll put our theoretical lessons into practice by mapping out the cardiovascular\, lymphatic\, and digestive system reflexology areas on a classmate’s foot;\nCardiovascular System Practice – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll add to our existing chest region protocols to specifically target reflexology areas for the cardiovascular system;\nLymphatics – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll take some basic measurements of the feet then commence with a lymphatic routine and see if we notice changes in our classmate’s measurements;\nDigestive System Routine – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll follow the natural flow of the gastrointestinal tract\, including input from the accessory digestive organs.\n\nDay Two:\n\nReflex Location – we’ll put our theoretical lessons into practice by mapping out the urinary and reproductive system reflexology areas on a classmate’s foot;\nUrinary System Routine – partnering with a classmate\, we’ll follow a routine for the kidneys\, ureters\, and urinary bladder reflexology areas;\nReproductive System Routine – further enhancing our work from last practicum’s routine for the endocrine system\, we’ll practice routines and client positioning for key reproductive stages of a client’s life;\nSixty Minute Foot Routine – we’ll pull together our new techniques and create a ~60 minute complete foot reflexology protocol with classmates;\nAreas of Emphasis – armed with a ~60 minute complete routine we’ll practice incorporating areas of emphasis.\n\nSnack and lunch breaks are taken indoors and/or outdoors in the garden\, let’s avoid spilling any food or drink in the studio. Participants are encouraged to bring a sack lunch and may utilize the chiller\, microwave\, and toaster oven in the kitchen. \nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the Intermediate Reflexology Course page on our user portal over on Practice Better. Pay the $1\,200 tuition (in one payment or installments). You will receive a confirmation via email (check your spam folder!) and be automatically added to the course. You can use the contact form to send an email if you have questions or schedule a Student Advising via Zoom with Amy. \nRegistration is open to those who have attended our Foundations in Reflexology or  equivalent 48 hours of reflexology coursework. Seating is available for eight (8) to ten (10) participants working on classmates during the practicum. This level is offered a couple times a year for folks to learn a comprehensive 60 minute foot reflexology treatment protocol to practice on loved ones\, integrate into an existing practice\, or to sit for the ARCB Board Exam and become a board certified foot reflexologist. \nTuition\n$960 for 120 hour Intermediate Reflexology course \nClass Refund Policy\nClass payments are non-refundable\, but may be used towards future classes within a twelve month period if you contact us to withdraw within two weeks (14 days) BEFORE the start of class. If you withdraw with less than two weeks (14 days) from the start of class all payments made are non-refundable or transferrable and any balance owed is still due if your payment plan is not complete. Your tuition covers the cost of a seat in the course\, whether or not you are in attendance. If you have to miss classes we will help you make up the missed material. We know that circumstances change and life challenges come up\, but we cannot make exceptions.
URL:https://www.thebarefootdragonfly.com/event/intermediate-reflexology-course-level-two/
LOCATION:The Barefoot Dragonfly\, 7601 Pheasant Rock Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Reflexology
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