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ATP1: Abdominal Therapy For Professionals: Part 1


  • Stepping Stone Studios 316 Washington Street Wellesley, MA United States (map)

This experiential, professional-level class focuses on the anterior portion of Abdominal Therapy as presented by the Abdominal Therapy Collective, Inc. (ATC), and works holistically with body, mind, and spirit. This training is open to all professional therapists who hold a qualification in anatomy and physiology and are able to perform massage on clients within the legal requirements of their state or country.

This four day class will enable you to share the anterior element of the work created by Dr. Rosita Arvigo. The class will be taught via practical demonstration, a sharing of treatments with other students, and an in-depth exploration of anatomy and physiology as it relates to our work.

On completion of this class you will be fully qualified to work with clients and to teach individuals the Abdominal Therapy Collective's unique 'Your Abdominal Massage' (YAM) for their continuing health improvement. This treatment integrates mind, body, and spirit, and can be beneficial for clients with digestive distress, menstrual discomfort, and fertility challenges

On completion, you will receive:

  • Certificate of attendance

  • One-year membership in the Abdominal Therapy Collective (for new members only)

  • Access to our extensive educational resources

  • Ongoing professional support

  • Access to our clinical advisory board

  • Professional listing on our website

  • One year subscription to Visible Body interactive Anatomy & Physiology coursework

  • Access to attend Part 2 of the professional training for posterior treatments

  • Massage therapists will receive 28 CE’s through the NCBTMB for this workshop

Class will be held at Stepping Stone Studios in Wellesley, Massachusetts from Thursday, November 13 to Sunday, November 16. Each day’s session will be 9am-5pm, with plenty of times for breaks and lunch.

The total student investment for this class is $1150, and includes all course materials, one year of professional membership in the Abdominal Therapy Collective, and one year subscription to Visible Bodies coursework. A $250 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your space, and full payment is due no later than two weeks before the start of class. In case of cancellation due to illness, payment will be refunded less the nonrefundable deposit and 3.5% credit card processing fee. Discounts may be available as part of the Abdominal Therapy Collective’s equity policy. Email erica.grossman@gmail.com for more information.

Early Bird Discount: register before September 29, 2025 to receive a $100 discount!

Anyone experiencing any upper respiratory symptoms will be required to wear a mask during class.

ATP1 Deposit

ATP1 Deposit

$250.00

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