FAQs
What equipment do I need to bring?
If you cannot bring a table or wish to avoid bringing one, feel free to reach out and we’ll see what we can do.
What supplies do I need to bring?
Look at the list below. Locate the class you will be attending and read about what’s needed for class.
THERAPEUTIC CLASSES WITH TRADES
WHAT TO BRING: These are hands on classes, please bring your massage table. If you are unable to bring a table or it is inconvenient for you, please contact us so we can ensure we will have enough tables supplied for the class. Sheets, face cradle, three towels, bolster, 1-2 pillows. Snacks and drinks, layers to ensure comfort, comfortable clothing, bathing suit or form fitting clothing [in event that posture observations are a part of the curriculum]. Tacky medium such as: Burts Bees foot or hand balm, petroleum jelly, Bag Balm, and Notebook and pen.
I-NMT CLASSES
PREPARATIONS: All NMT classes address myofascial and neuromuscular techniques and bodywork philosophies. They are fast paced and advanced and it helps to familiarize yourself in advance of the class. Crack open your anatomy text and take a look at attachments, fiber direction, ligaments, muscles, joints, spine curvature, nerves, cardiovascular system, and lymph system in the class region. Netter’s Atlas Of Human Anatomy book and The Trail Guide books are great resources as well as any other anatomy books you may already have on hand in your personal library.
MYOFASCIAL RELEASE CLASS
WHAT TO BRING: This is a hands on class, please bring your massage table. If you are unable to bring a table, please contact us in advance so we can ensure we will have enough tables supplied for the class. Sheets, table, tacky medium such as Burts Bees foot or hand balm or Hands On Health’s beeswax/coconut oil balm will supplied. Snacks and drinks, layers to ensure comfort, comfortable clothing, notebook and pen.
MYOFASCIAL FOAM ROLLING & MOVEMENT REPATTERNING
WHAT TO BRING: Yoga Mat or Towel, laced tennis shoes/sneakers and socks (these are needed for grip), nacks and drinks, layers to ensure comfort, comfortable clothing, notebook and pen. We have foam rollers for use during class. Large, small, long flat, and hard foam will be available for purchase.
CUPPING PRINCIPLES & APPLICATIONS
WHAT TO BRING: This is a hands on class, please bring your massage table. If you are unable to bring a table, please contact us so we can ensure we will have enough tables supplied for the class. Sheets, face cradle, towel, bolster, snacks and drinks, layers and comfortable clothing to ensure comfort, notebook and pen. Please note: Silicone glide cups of all sizes will be provided for classroom use. Additionally, you will receive a medium sized silicone glide cup to take home. Other size cups are available for purchase.
BUSINESS OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CLASSES
Lecture/computer lab topics such as Business, Marketing, Ethics, Professional Development
Notebook and pen for lecture (ethics, professional development classes) and a laptop for computer classes (Facebook, Social Media, Marketing and Design classes), laptop power cord. We have cloth cushioned folding chairs that are acceptable for most students. If you have special needs in regards to chair comfort, you are welcome to bring a travel chair such as a camping chair.
PREPARATIONS: Perform software updates on your laptop prior to the day of class.
Where are the classes located?
For any class we offer on the calendar, you’ll find the location posted in the Upcoming Courses List. If you’d like one of our courses to come to a city near you on a date of your choosing, please reach out and we’ll see what we can do.
Where do I park?
If your course is being held at our Cary location at 7980 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 125: parking is limited every day of the week except Sundays. Please park on the side street, Reedy Creek Road. You may pull up to unload your car before parking. Please enter the clinic via the large parking lot. Look for Hands On Health, Suite 125.
Where can I eat lunch?
There are numerous restaurants within 1-2 miles of our location. We have a microwave and large fridge and space for lunch. Bring snacks. Water, tea, and coffee is provided.
I don’t see the course I’m looking for. Do you add more courses throughout the year?
Yes, we update our programming twice a year. Be sure to check back regularly to see if we’ve added new courses. Also, please reach out to us if you have a particular class you’d like to see us teach! For courses planned at request, we will need your assistance to register a minimum of three other students.
What else might I want to know?
Bring layers to adjust for a room that might be too hot or too cold for you. We do have the ability to regulate temperature but some of us need the layers to get by.
Reach out with any of your questions. We’re here to help.