🎓 CEU Eligible • Certification Option - Calgary April 15-18, 2027 | 8:30 to 5:30

Revolutionize Deep Tissue Massage: Go Deep Without the Effort

4 full days of hands-on learning designed to improve results and reduce strain. Discover the SFH™ Orthopedic Massage method and master palpation, pressure, and angles for effective, effortless deep tissue work.

📌 Location: 6110 34 St SW Calgary, Lakeview Community Hall

Reg $1249 Early Admission Price CAD$949 9 Monthly Payments of CAD$95 Enroll Now!

Approved CEUs
CMMOTA – 32
NHPC – 25
CRMTA – 32
MTAS – 25
MTAM – 25

Who is it for?

This course is designed for hands-on professionals committed to movement, recovery, and bodywork excellence.

Massage Therapists
Stretch Lab Practitioners
Chiropractors
Physical Therapists
Personal Trainers
Myofascial Release Therapists
Osteopaths
Nurses

Mastering SFH™ Orthopedic Massage

Gain the full OM Certification experience with our complete 4-day program—your path to mastery starts here!

Day 1: Rotator Cuff & Chest Focus

What You’ll Learn: A deep dive into anatomy of the rotator cuff, and chest with a strong focus on addressing common conditions such as rotator cuff tendinopathy and shoulder impingement.

Day 2: Neck Focus

What You’ll Learn: Gain confidence working on the front and back neck muscles, including often-overlooked areas.

Key Focus Areas: Scalenes, SCM, and Longus Colli — learn to reach all the intricate, hard-to-access muscles safely and effectively.

Day 3: Lower Back to Feet Focus

What You’ll Learn: Address common areas of chronic tension with precise, hands-on work.

Key Focus Areas: Quadratus Lumborum (QL), Erector Spinae, sacrum work, and calf/foot muscles.

Bonus: Techniques for calf and foot muscles make this day a real treat for both therapists and clients.

Day 4: Hip, Forearms, Wrists, & Hands

Hip Focus: Refine your anatomical landmarking skills and master techniques for the hip capsule, deep rotator muscles, and larger hip movers.

Forearms, Wrists, & Hands:
Review anatomy and enjoy extensive hands-on practice to enhance your skills in this critical area.

Why Choose the SFH™ Orthopedic Massage Course

  • Achieve deep results without therapist fatigue

  • Reduce discomfort for clients with receptive pressure techniques.

  • Learn precision-based methods that elevate your practice.

Helping over 1000+ students from all skill levels

Our students have grown their skills by taking our courses. Here are just a few of their stories.

Orthopedic Massage

This course is exactly what i needed. I was looking for techniques to help my clients with very tight muscles. I especially like the anterior neck techniques. I highly recommend it.

Peter Lafreniere

OM

I want to say thank you the instructor Linda. Her understanding of the body blows my mind and her ability to make me understand it is awesome. Thanks for all you do.

Isabelle

Orthopedic Massage

I highly appreciate the demos showing on video as well. Sometimes my brain cannot retain it all so if i can rely on the video this is a big plus. Thanks for that.

Sharon Parker

OM

[Excellent course:] This course was a lot of fun. I am always super excited to learn new ways to help improve the health of my clients. I started using many of the techniques I learned right away and my clients are happy! Great way to learn how to do deeper orthopedic techniques confidently and save your own body from wear and tear.

Gwynneth Moore

OMC

[Great program:] Loved both Bundle A and B of this program! Gave me some great techniques to improve my body mechanics and the efficiency of my treatments. Thank you!

Yvette Ginnivan

Advanced OM

I would definitely recommend the Advanced Orthopedic Massage course for anyone who is wanting to improve their skills as an RMT. The instructors were knowledgeable and did a great job at teaching the concepts, in a way that was easy to grasp. Thank you so much Linda, Marina and Mara! I will be back for your other PD courses in the future.

Kelly Hunter

The Orthopedic Massage training was thorough, in-depth and very much hands-on; which I feel penetrates most strongly. The teacher Mara was [beyond excellence!] I would suggest this course to many. I feel more confident and excited to share these new evolved skills with my patients. Thank you 🙏

Lisa Day

My transformation

Since taking the OM course, I use it with 80% of my clients. Colleagues often ask where I trained. My practice has been transformed.

Aga

Receive your CEU's


  • To earn credits, submit your proof of attendance to your professional association.
  • Your attendance certificate will be emailed 5 business days after the course.
  • Explore this course with no exam pressure.
Or Perhaps Certification is For You


  • Complete an online exam. Some insurance companies may require this step.
  • To earn credits, submit your proof of attendance certificate to your professional association for approval.
  • Receive your official digital certificate and a unique SFH emblem via email, showcasing your mastery of the new modality.
Meet Your Instructor

Mara Boaru, Lead Course Developer and Senior instructor at Seminars for Health is known for precision and clear instruction. She is the creator and instructor of SFH Intraoral TMJ with Precision Program and co-instructor of the SFH Orthopedic Massage and Kinetic Massage and Target Muscle Release Certification programs. Mara provides superior instruction, explaining distinct specifics of finger placement, to effect best treatment results. She has a tremendous amount of patience in teaching detailed anatomy and palpation skills. She is known for her attentiveness, humour and approachable style. This is a perfect combination to have when instructing intraoral palpation of a vulnerable and hidden area.

🎁 Includes 2 months FREE video access to reinforce your learning after class and the course manual.

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SFH™ Orthopedic Massage Series
  April 14-17, 2027
 

1249

$ 949

Monthly Plan

Total of 6 payments

$1249

$ 99.50 /month

  • Billed $95 Per Month.

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Any student who has previously taken this course either online or in person with Seminars for Health qualifies for the 50% repeat student discount.
Yes. If you are currently in a new CEU reporting cycle, you may earn the CEUs again upon completion of the course.
Absolutely! Seminars for Health is pleased to provide a generous 20% discount on the current listed price of our courses for massage students. This discount is applicable for up to 12 months after your graduation date. Please be aware that no double discounts can be applied. This means the student discount cannot be combined with any other ongoing discounts for current courses or those that have already been taken. We're committed to supporting your educational journey, and we look forward to welcoming you to our courses at Seminars for Health! If you have any further questions, feel free to contact us.
It's simple! Just email proof of your enrollment or graduation to [email protected]. Once verified, you'll be eligible for the 20% discount on your selected courses. Feel free to reach out if you have any further questions!
In-Person: You may transfer your registration to an online or in-person course or receive store credit up to 14 days before the course start date. Transferring or receiving store credit within 14 days of the course start date will incur a 30% charge of the total paid amount. Seminars for Health does not offer refunds on any of its in-person courses. Store credits must be used within 1 year. Online: We aim for your satisfaction with the courses you choose. That's why we confidently offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are within 30 days of purchasing an online course and haven't progressed beyond 30% of the content, Seminars for Health will provide a complete refund.
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The link to the optional exam will be available in your dashboard on the day following the end of the class.
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Many therapists repeat courses to refresh techniques, deepen their understanding, and stay current with their clinical skills.
Please contact us before registering at [email protected] and we will provide your 50% repeat student discount code.