Massage

• Swedish Massage
  Swedish massage, also known as classic massage, is the most common style of massage in the West. It is the image most people associate with massage. This gentle form of massage therapy uses several different strokes to address issues in the superficial tissues of the body.  Let’s review this most popular massage style, one that often forms the basis of treatment modalities taught at therapeutic massage schools.
• Deep Tissue Massage
  “I had a particularly hard time mastering deep tissue massage. Jon’s high energy humor helped me get past my shyness. I’m a better massage therapist today because of him.”
• Sports Massage
  Serena Schulz-Rodriguez, LMT is an EWC graduate and has her Bachelor of Arts from Portland State University where she double majored in Spanish Literature and Liberal Studies.  She identifies as Native American with deep roots to the Willamette and Columbia River Valleys.  In her practice, Serena enjoys the integration of spa modalities with muscle energy and sports massage techniques to provide a unique experience for her clients. She is committed to the examination of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field of massage therapy, and has a strong desire to increase access to massage in minority and marginalized communities.  Serena is an active cyclist and paddler in Portland.
• Prenatal Massage
  Anyone who has ever been pregnant knows prenatal massage can be a lifesaver. But what about after labor? In the six weeks following giving birth, the body is adjusting to parenthood while also returning to its pre-pregnancy size. Many new parents experience pain in the hips, low back, shoulders, neck, and wrists, among other challenges. To inform both LMTs and patients, we’re listing the benefits and contraindications of postpartum massage.
• Chair Massage
• Thai Massage
  Derived from traditional Thai medicine, Thai massage employs therapeutic techniques like compression, passive stretching, and joint mobilization to promote energy flow in the body. Typically performed on a mat with the client clothed, therapists use hands, thumbs, elbows, knees, and feet for massage and stretching. Rooted in Buddhist principles of mindfulness and loving kindness, this course introduces students to Thai massage theory and practice. Students acquire skills for standalone application or integration with other massage forms, culminating in the ability to deliver basic full-body Thai massage sessions by course completion.
• Full Body Massage
• Aromatherapy Massage
• Reflexology Massage
• Craniosacral Massage
  East West College also offers a wide variety of continuing education workshops to support both new practitioners and seasoned professionals. Our workshops are taught by experienced local massage therapists, as well as nationally recognized educators. Course topics include Anatomy Trains, Cupping and Gua Sha, Lomi Lomi, Advanced Reflexology, Craniosacral Therapy, and Pre- and Perinatal Massage Certification.
• Shiatsu Massage
  Marta is a graduate of the Evergreen State College and East West College and joined our faculty in 2009. Marta’s approach to bodywork is rooted in her study and practice of hatha yoga, qi gong, mindfulness meditation, and ecstatic dance. She was employed for many years at a chiropractic clinic where she refined her client-centered approach to therapeutic massage and bodywork. Currently Marta has a private practice in NE Portland where she focuses on a variety of Western massage techniques including myofascial, deep tissue and neuromuscular therapy. She has supplemental training in craniosacral therapy, lymphatic massage, and Zen Shiatsu. As an educator, Marta enjoys bringing her experience into the classroom to support each student’s unique learning style and goals. She is passionate about the art and science of massage therapy and its evolving role in complementary healthcare.
• Neuromuscular Therapy
  Neuromuscular Therapy is a powerful tool that focuses on pain relief, performance enhancement and rehabilitation using a variety of techniques to bring the body’s central nervous system and musculoskeletal system into balance. A primary component of neuromuscular therapy is deactivating trigger points in muscles or fascia, which can cause pain and tension as well as decrease sports, recreational and occupational performance. Trigger points can also refer pain to other areas of the body, creating problems that are difficult to analyze and treat. This course teaches students how trigger points develop and persist, how to assess for them, how to map and track their pain referral patterns, and how to relieve them with safe, effective and comfortable techniques.

Haircut and Styling

• Highlights

Day Spa

• Body Wrap
  Students learn the historical roots of effective spa therapies and trace them forward to their modern applications. Students become familiar with each branch of spa therapy, practicing basic techniques aromatherapy, exfoliation treatments, body wraps, foot treatments, fangotherapy (mud and clay), thalassotherapy (seaweed), ayurvedic techniques, stone massage. Additional $50 lab fee.
• Foot Treatment

Chiropractic Services

• Stretching
• Myofascial Therapy
  Kirstin Hoops, LMT is a graduate of East West College and has been practicing massage since 2020. As a therapist, her focus is creating an atmosphere of safety, curiosity, experimentation and collaboration with the intention of facilitating deeper embodiment for her clients.  After graduating from EWC, she studied Traditional Thai Bodywork at the Loi Kroh School in Chiang Mai. Her technique is a blend of many modalities, especially myofascial release, craniosacral, and Swedish. She is excited to share her passion with future EWC graduates. When not doing bodywork, Kirstin can be found hiking, playing music, practicing yoga, or snuggling her cat, Cardamom.
• Applied Kinesiology
• Acupressure
  Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) uses massage, acupuncture, and herbs to encourage healing. The massage aspect of this healing approach is called Tui Na, which means “push, grasp.” In this course, students will learns how to use soft tissue techniques, joint mobilization techniques and acupressure points to enhance energy flow and increase client health and wellbeing. In this process, they will apply the TCM concepts of Qi, the Five Element cycle, the fourteen meridians, and the Qi points. By the end of the course, students will be able to perform a basic full-body Tui Na routine that can be easily integrated into a general massage practice.
• Acupuncture