IFC
IPSB Foundations Class
120 HOURS
This course is an introduction to the field of massage and bodywork. It is the beginning of the self-exploration process and is the building block for further advanced studies. The program focuses on the traditional style of circulatory massage Body Mechanics, Body Psychology and Communications Skills.
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This training is required to complete the comprehensive 550 Hour IMBP Program and the 550 Hour IEBP Programs. To gain licensure for CAMTC certification, completion of a minimum of 500 Hours is required.
If you are new to the field of massage therapy and bodywork, the 120-Hour IPSB Foundations class teaches you the essence of the distinct 'IPSB Massage' style.
THE IMBP & IEBP PROGRAMS START WITH OUR
FOUNDATIONS CLASS
Call 424-331-6964 or email admissions@ipsb.com
for registration information.
IPSB Foundations Instructors
Sabrina Ortolano, Toi Beaman Leal, Cyndi Ortolano,
Leslie Prell, John Matsunaga
IPSB FOUNDATIONS
​AREAS OF STUDY
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Anatomy/Physiology
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Body Psychology
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Business & Ethics for Bodyworkers
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Circulatory Massage Techniques
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Client/Therapist Communication
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Energy Balancing/Polarity
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Health & Hygiene
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Introduction to Deep Circulatory Massage
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Joint Mobilizations
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Self-Massage
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Tai Qi Chuan / Body Mechanics
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Foundations Schedule
120 HOURS
MODULE A
Mod A is Online 32 hours
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
8 Weeks
2/2/21 - 3/25/21
Toi & John
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
8 Weeks
7/6/21 - 8/26/21
Sarah
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
8 Weeks
9/7/21 - 11/18/21
Toi & John
MODULE B
Mod A is In Person 88 hours
FREE OPEN HOUSE
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Foundations Schedule
120 HOURS
MODULE A | Mod A is Online 32 hours
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST
8 Weeks
1/9/23 - 3/6/23
Beaman Leal, Jacobovitz, & Matsunaga
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PST
8 Weeks
3/7/23 - 5/1/23
Beaman Leal, Jacobovitz, & Matsunaga
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST
8 Weeks
7/10/23 - 8/30/23
Beaman Leal, Jacobovitz, & Matsunaga
Call 424-331-6964 or email admissions@ipsb.com to register today!
MODULE B | Mod B is In-Person 88 hours
TUE 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM PST
SAT 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM PST
8 Weeks
1/31/23 - 3/21/23
Beaman Leal & Matsunaga
TUE 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM PST
SAT 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM PST
10 Weeks
5/9/23 - 7/15/23​
Beaman Leal & Matsunaga
TUE 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM PST
SAT 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM PST
10 Weeks
8/1/23 - 9/23/23
Beaman Leal & Matsunaga
Call 424-331-6964 or email admissions@ipsb.com to register today!
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INSTRUCTORS
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In John's early career he was a professional photographer and also taught golf and tennis. He had long been the "family massage therapist" and the positive response he received influenced him to pursue massage therapy at the time he was seeking a career change.
John began his massage studies in 2000, and has volunteered his services as a teacher's assistant for over
1800 hours of classes. ​​
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John Matsunaga
IPSB Foundations
Practicum IMBP
Toi has been a massage instructor since 2008, bringing her compassionate nurturing and light-hearted nature to her classes. Prior to becoming a wellness professional, Toi spent 25 years in Human Resources with a Fortune 20 company and is highly skilled in coaching and counseling individuals and groups.
She maintains a private coaching and massage practice in Los Angeles and is on staff with physical therapy and chiropractic office. She applies her passion for holistic wellness and strong belief in caring for one's mind, body and spirit equally in her practices.
Toi Beaman Leal
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Business & Marketing
Elder Care Massage Intro
Core Skills
Cyndi has been a body-worker since 1995 and a teacher of massage therapy since 1998. Cyndi specializes in trauma rehabilitation, which ranges from pre-& post-surgery massage, scar tissue work, accident related trauma, repetitive stress issues, emotional/physical abuse.
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Cyndi's approach to the body is gentle, personalizing each session to only work as deeply as needed to facilitate an unwinding in the muscular tissue.
Anke Rice
IPSB Foundations
