A new Certification Program in MFR techniques & principles.
I would like to introduce you to the new Certification Program in MFR Techniques & Principles that I have developed and will be offering through the Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage. It is our intent to create a program that will encourage therapists to develop a well-rounded base of study on the topic of Myofascial Release and to provide a network of practitioners that are committed to providing the highest quality care in their field. Upon completion of this program, participants will be listed in a “provider’s network” on my website. This network will be promoted for referrals of clients wishing to receive quality Myofascial release treatment.
Certification Requirements and Seminars:
Each of the following seminars must be completed along with the requirements listed below for certification. Each seminar may also be taken individually without completing the certification process.
- We are now able to offer NYS approved CEU’s for PT’s and PTA’s!!
- Multiple seminar discounts available.
- Financing available if eligible.
An Introduction to Myofascial Release Techniques and Principles
Course dates: September 11-13, 2009
Credits: 17 CEU’s
Course fee: $450.00
CMW student rate: $400.00 CNW
Discount: $400.00 if registering for three 3-day seminars at one time
The intent of this course is to introduce beginner level concepts and principles that define Myofascial Release as a technique as well as a tool for wellness. The participants will learn about the importance of the fascial system and its role in whole body health.
This “hands-on” workshop will allow the participant an opportunity to develop beginner level tools for the evaluation and treatment of fascial restrictions.
This class is a prerequisite for the New Certification Program in MFR Techniques & Principles - as well as the following classes:
- The Fascial Cranium and Thorax I and II
- The Body-Mind Connection: An Introduction to Myofascial Movement Techniques
- Suggested prerequisite for the Fascial Pelvis Seminar
The Fascial Cranium and Thorax I
Course dates: November 13-15, 2009
Credits: 18 CEU’s
Course fee: $450.00
CMW student rate: $400.00
Discount: $400.00 if registering for three 3-day seminars.
The intent of this course is to explore the dural tube, the Cranialsacral system, and the osseous structures of the neck and thorax in relation to the fascial system throughout the body.
This important workshop will help you “unlock” difficult to treat neck, throat, and back pain, headaches, postural asymmetries, and respiratory indications resulting from thoracic imbalances. Myofascial Release, Cranialsacral therapy, and muscle energy techniques will be used in this “hands-on” workshop.
Prerequisite: An Introduction to Myofascial Release Techniques and Principles (9/11-9/13.)
The Remaining seminars will take place in 2010. Complete course descriptions can be found here on our website or the Red Pines website
The Symposium on the Fascial Pelvis
Dates: February 26-28, 2010
Credits: 18 CEU’s
Course fee: $450.00
Moving the Ground Substance – The Rebounding Effect
Date: March 13, 2010
Credits: 6 CEU’s
Course fee: $125.00 – NO DISCOUNTS
Myofascial Wellness – Therapeutic Exercise using Myofascial Principles
Date: March 14, 2010
Credits: 6 CEU’s
Cours fee: $125.00 – NO DISCOUNTS
The Body-Mind Connection: An Introduction to Myofascial Movement Techniques
Course dates: April 16-18
Credits: 17 CEU’s
Course fee: $450.00
The Pelvis and the Foot – a Missing Link
Instructors: Lisa Satalino, PT and Joe Coletta, C.Ped
Date/ Time: to be determined
Credits: 8 CEU’s
Cost: $225.00 – NO DISCOUNTS.
The Fascial Cranium and Thorax II
Dates: June 4-6, 2010
Credits: 18 CEU’s
Course fee: $450.00
In addition to completion of these eight seminars, each participant must:
- Log five 1-hour sessions following each class incorporating the techniques taught in the class.
- They must then schedule a one-hour proficiency assessment as a “test-out.” Feedback will be provided in writing and while treatment is taking place.
- Cost: $90.00 per one-hour test out.
- When all classes have been taken and all “test-outs” for each class finished, each participant must pass a “proficiency assessment.” The proficiency assessment consists of treating three separate therapists for one hour. Feedback will be given in writing following sessions but no feedback will be provided during session.
- Cost: $270.00
*Practitioners who have previously taken classes from Lisa Satalino are eligible to complete the certification program by completing the following:
- Submit completion certificate of class previously taken.
- Log 5 hours for each class taken.
- Schedule a one hour “test-out” for each class previously taken.
- Complete any classes not previously taken along with remaining requirements for proficiency assessment.
Registration Information:
Register for all classes online via our workshops page Or, at The Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage.
To schedule a “test-out” or receive “log forms” contact Lisa at (518) 438-1311.

