December 29, 2017 to January 1, 2018 (Friday – Monday)
1440 Multiversity
800 Bethany Dr,
Scotts Valley, CA
Spend your New Year connecting with your partner, a
friend, or a family member and learn how to enliven and heal your body through
partner massage, dance, and gentle movement.
Guided by movement specialists Alco Chan, PT, and Moana
Diamond, you will immerse yourself in Alco’s Body Optimalization method—an
eclectic combination of Eastern and Western principles of healing through
bodywork aimed at sculpting the body, correcting muscle imbalances, restoring
function, and promoting graceful freedom of movement.
You will learn a full-body massage sequence based on
postural analysis, biomechanics, and natural law.
Through lectures, hands-on demonstration, and practical
experience, you will study:
• Basic anatomy and body mechanics—essential foundations
for understanding bodywork
• Massage techniques for scalp, face, and neck; torso,
front, and back; and arms, legs, hands, and feet
• Proper draping and other techniques to keep you feeling
safe and comfortable while receiving massage
• Fun, playful sessions of partner movement and
stretching, and basic steps of salsa and swing to get you moving and connected
to your partner.
At the end of the workshop, you will perform a one-hour
supervised massage on your partner, followed by a closing circle. You will take
home dance and stretching exercises, a complete massage routine, and the
confidence you need to share the benefits of relaxation and body movement with
your loved ones.
Cost: $385/couple (accommodation extra)
