Registration Opens Amta-Idaho 2019 State Convention
1800 W. Fairview Ave. Boise
Idaho 83702
2019 AMTA-Idaho Annual State Convention
May 3 – 5, 2019
Red Lion Hotel, Downtown Boise, Idaho
Click here to download Registration packet
Join us at the Red Lion in Downtown Boise, ID for outstanding educational opportunities from world class presenters!
We will kick off the festivities with a Meet & Greet Friday evening, May 3rd at 5:00 p.m.. Come and enjoy light snacks and network with our amazing presenters, your AMTA-Idaho Board members, and fellow therapists from throughout the Northwest.
Our annual AMTA Convention Banquet will be held Saturday evening. There will be a silent auction fundraiser benefiting the Massage Therapy Foundation throughout the weekend. Prepare to bid on some fabulous massage-related items!
Workshop offerings are:
Massage for People Living With Cancer (2 Day Workshop)-presented by Mary Aguilera-Titus
Comfort-oriented massage or touch can be administered to people with cancer regardless of the severity of their condition. The purpose of this class is to train touch therapists in the basics of oncology massage. The experience derived from this training will create newfound confidence in bodyworkers about working with clients, particularly private practice clients, who have cancer or are recovering from it. Therapists who focus on hospice and hospital work will also find this course to be valuable for their special needs patients.
The curriculum includes information on:
-Opening the heart to those with serious illness,
-Metastasis,
-Adjustments that must be made for clients who:
are undergoing chemotherapy or radiation or who have a history of it
have had surgical or medical procedures
are at risk for lymphedema
-How to perform intake with clients who have a history of cancer treatment
Significant time is devoted to hands-on practice including providing a supervised relaxation massage to someone with cancer or a history of cancer.
Suggested Reading: Medicine Hands: Massage for People with Cancer, (3rd Ed.) – (2014, Findhorn Press). Be sure you have the 3rd Edition, The following sections are helpful before attending class: Chapters 4 through 8. The book can be ordered at https://www.amazon.com/Medicine-Hands-Massage-Therapy-People/dp/1844096394/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1440466590&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=Medicinehands
Items needed for workshop: massage table, 2 pillows, sheets, towels, massage oil/lotion. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.
OR
Structural Release of the Hip (Saturday) and Structural Release of the Abdominals and Psoas (Sunday)-presented by Gary Schwander
STRUCTURAL RELEASE will teach the theory and techniques for structural realignment of the body. This can enable you to integrate and combine the conscious awareness of body, mind and spirit to facilitate advanced states of healing. The intent of the treatments is to balance the body into alignment with its environment, freeing the energy flow that will enhance the body’s physiological and psychological function.
The Hip course will assess and balance a tilted and rotated pelvis. A balanced pelvis will lead to structural integrity of the whole body.
The Abdominal course will release the diaphragm and abdominal cavity and free the psoas to increase and maintain the clients structural integrity.
During these workshops: We will review the anatomical structure of the areas being taught, learn structural assessment for the areas, learn the hands-on techniques and give and receive a two hour session. You will be able to immediately integrate the information learned in these courses into your current practice.
Items needed for workshop: Massage Table, Pillow/Bolster, & Sheets. Wear loose, comfortable clothing
Schedule of Events:
Friday, May 3rd:
5:00 pm-8:00 pm Meet & Greet Social w/light snacks (No-Host Bar) Feel free to wear your favorite Super Hero t-shirt, cape &/or mask for fun photo ops!
Saturday, May 4th:
7:30-8:30 Convention registration
8:30-12:30 Workshop of choice
12:30-1:30 AMTA-Idaho Member Luncheon & Annual Meeting (all are welcome!)
1:30-5:30 Workshop of choice
6:30 AMTA-Idaho Convention Banquet (all attendees are welcome! 1 meal ticket is included w/registration, additional tickets = $40)
Sunday, May 5th
8:00-12:30 Workshop of choice
12:30-1:30 Luncheon & MTF Fundraiser Wrap-up
1:30-5:00 Workshop of choice
Early Bird Pricing Until Wednesday, April 24 @ 11:59 pm MST
$209 (AMTA Member Rate)
$229 (Non=Member Rate)
$ 99 (Student Rate)
Full Convention Pricing:
$229 (AMTA Member Rate)
$259 (Non-Member Rate)
$ 109 (Students Rate)
Additional Banquet Tickets: $40 each (1 banquet ticket is INCLUDED with each registration)
Our host hotel:
The Red Lion Hotel
Boise, ID
208-344-7691
Our host hotel has all of the amenities including:
Complimentary airport shuttle
Complimentary parking
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Microwave
Hair dryer & iron/ironing board
Indoor Pool
Fitness Center
Jacuzzi/Spa
Business Center
ATM
***Be sure to mention the booking code: AMTA2019 to get the convention rate. Convention attendees receive complementary breakfast buffet with reservation***
Standard Room Rate-$104/night + surcharges and taxes
Convention Contact: Donna Hoffman, 406-210-1093, vp2.amtaid@gmail.com
Cancellation Policy: All refunds must be approved by AMTA-Idaho. Refunds will not be granted if cancelling within 1 week of the event. In the case of a “No Show,” no refund will be granted.