Annual CT Conference April 10-11, 2026
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Presenters
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Exhibit Hall
Social Events
Refund Policy

Schedule at a Glance

Friday 4/10

8:00am-12:00pm Classes

Advanced Anatomy Lab (AM only) with Rob Martin
Nerve Navigator with Justin Solace
Sinus Workshop with Kate Peck
Reflexology with Sue Barrett

2:00pm-6:00pm Classes

Nerve Navigator with Justin Solace
Sinus Workshop (only til 5pm) with Kate Peck
Reflexology with Sue Barrett
Movement Awareness (PM only)with Rob Martin

Saturday 4/11

8:00am-12:00pm Classes

Somatic Bodywork with Rob Martin
Nerve Navigator with Justin Solace
Reflexology with Sue Barrett

1:00pm-2:00pm Annual CT Chapter Business Meeting

2:00pm-6:00pm Classes

Somatic Bodywork with Rob Martin
Nerve Navigator with Justin Solace
Reflexology with Sue Barrett

Classes

$20 per CE

Somatic Bodywork- An Intro to Structural Integration – 8 CE’s

Saturday, 4/11/2026 8am-6pm
Dr. Ida Rolf developed the 10 series of Structural Integration to promote further growth and evolution of the human species. The work she created changes structure so dramatically, that it also changes the way the client perceives the world and how they inhabit their body. You will be introduced to the philosophy and idea of the Ida P. Rolf Method of Structural Integration. This is an excellent workshop for those interested in pursuing further training or wanting to receive the 10 series.

Advanced Anatomy Lab – Explorations in Human Form and Function – 4 CE’s

Friday, 4/10/2026 8am-12pm
This class builds upon what was originally learned in massage school. It will offer students the opportunity to improve on anatomical literacy and to re-explore anatomical questions that have arisen since they finished their programs of study. It is an introduction to a deeper understanding of anatomy/physiology that reflect current views and theories on nomenclature, fascial composition, and methods to effect change in the tissue.

Dr. Rolf’s Movement Awareness Exercises – 4 CE’s

Friday, 4/10/2026 2pm-6pm
This course will present Dr. Rolf’s simple but precise movements that are designed to balance the joints, and bring kinesthetic awareness to the client. The exercises are designed to help clients become more aware of their body and posture in everyday activities, like breathing, walking, bending, and lifting. Benefits include improved body awareness, enhanced movement coordination, increased balance and stability, reduced pain and tension and enhanced self-expression.

Introduction to Laura Norman Hand & Foot Reflexology – 16 CEs

Friday, 4/10/2026 and Saturday, 4/11/2026, 8am-6pm
Expand your services, increase your income, and extend your career with Laura Norman Holistic Reflexology. Attract new clients that may be too self-conscious to undress for a massage. Sitting at the hands and the feet, learn a multitude of Reflexology points and techniques through hands-on practice, performing two 30-minute Foot and Hand Reflexology protocols that feel like a meditation. You’ll soothe thousands of nerves as you stimulate reflex areas to facilitate healing in all internal organs, glands, and parts of the body. Deeply relax their body, mind and soul/sole…and yours.  There is a $25 fee for the course manual which is provided by the instructor.

Nerve Navigator:  Mastering Peripheral Neuropathy – 16 CEs

Friday, 4/10/2026 and Saturday, 4/11/2026, 8am-6pm
This comprehensive course is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their understanding and enhance their skills in managing peripheral neuropathy through specialized assessment and massage therapy techniques. Participants will learn to conduct detailed patient assessments, including reviews of medical history, & physical examinations focused on sensory and motor functions. The course will cover a range of massage therapy techniques tailored for neuropathic patients, such as light touch massage for sensitive areas, deep tissue manipulation for muscle tightness, myofascial release, and neuromuscular techniques, all adapted to meet the specific needs of neuropathy sufferers. Safety considerations, including contraindications and technique modifications, will be emphasized to ensure effective and safe practice. Practical application will be a core component, with hands-on practice sessions, case study analyses, and opportunities to incorporate patient feedback. Participants will leave the course equipped with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to improve treatment outcomes for patients with peripheral neuropathy. This training will empower healthcare providers to deliver targeted, compassionate care, enhancing patient quality of life.

The Sinus Workshop – 7 CEs

Friday, 4/10/2026 – 8am-5pm
Allergies can aggravate the sinuses causing nasal congestion or a runny nose. 
For some clients it is a mild inconvenience.  For others, it can be painful and impact their lives for months or years, not clearing up on its own.  These techniques may help your clients avoid nasal surgery and will definitely help those that have already undergone surgery.

Do you want to learn some simple craniosacral therapy and manual lymphatic drainage techniques? Whether you want to learn some techniques to integrate into your massage, or want to learn a complete protocol for working with your clients who have serious sinus issues, this workshop is for you. 

In The Sinus Workshop you will learn:

• The anatomy & physiology of the air sinuses and nasal cavity.
• Craniosacral techniques for the maxilla, frontal, nasal, ethmoid and sphenoid bones – the bones involved with the sinuses.
• Lymph techniques to facilitate lymph drainage of the neck & face.

Presenters

Rob Martin

Rob Martin began his massage career in Rhode Island in 1992 with the intention of becoming a Structural Integration practitioner. In the year 2000, he moved to Boulder, CO to start the program at the Guild for Structural Integration and graduated at the end of the year. His career has touched on many aspects of bodywork, including Thai massage, Spa work, and private practice. He has been teaching a variety of classes through NCBTMB since 2009 and is now on the faculty of the newly started, American Guild for Structural Integration. He has lived in Sterling, CT for the past 27 years and is married to his lovely wife, Maria.

Sue Barrett, Licensed Massage Therapist, Board-Certified Reflexologist

Sue began her journey as a licensed hairdresser/cosmetologist, working with clients and managing a salon. She went on to become a Licensed Massage Therapist and business owner in 2006.  She later studied with Laura Norman and became a Board-Certified Reflexologist. Sue then took Laura’s Instructor Training Program, and has been teaching Laura Norman Holistic Foot, Hand, Face and Ear Reflexology classes both in-person and over Zoom for several years.  Sue is an active member of her AMTA-CT Chapter, holding many different leadership roles over the years, including Community Service team and CT Chapter Conference Coordinator. She has also been on the Board of Directors as 1st Vice President, and is currently a member of the Assembly of Delegates.

Justin Kobbe Solace

Justin Kobbe Solace brings over 15 years of hands-on experience as a massage therapist, 13 years as an educator, and 10 years as a strength trainer. He holds a master’s degree in Kinesiology and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and is certified as a Therapeutic Pain Specialist through Evidence in Motion. His academic and clinical background spans massage therapy, kinesiology, psychology, and pain science/rehabilitation.

He has studied—and continues to study—with leading educators, researchers, and clinicians from around the world in the fields of massage therapy and pain science, always working to stay at the forefront of the profession. Justin’s goal is to be a leader in educating massage therapists on current research and best practices for working with clients in pain.

After years of experience in both practice and instruction, Justin recognized that many therapeutic massage workshops aren’t easily applied in the clinic. His seminars are designed to change that—focusing on clinical reasoning and hands-on techniques that therapists can immediately integrate into their work, no matter the professional setting.

Kate Peck

Kate is a board certified massage therapist and founder of Journey to Health.  She has been in private practice for 26 years, specializing in craniosacral therapy, myofascial release, burn scar therapy and therapeutic massage.  Kate has treated brain and spinal cord injured patients with craniosacral therapy at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Boston since 2000 and began treating burn patients at Spaulding Rehab in 2015.

Kate Peck had been a certified athletic trainer for 30 years, retiring in 2016.  She spent 10 years on the Sports Medicine staff at Harvard University.

Kate has been teaching continuing education courses in craniosacral therapy, myofascial release and burn scar therapy to massage therapists and certified athletic trainers for The Bodywork Education Project.  She has also taught anatomy, myofascial release techniques and craniosacral therapy to massage students at the Muscular Therapy Institute and the Cortiva Institute from 1999-2009.

Sponsors

Exhibit Hall

Exhibit Hall Hours
Friday 4/10 – 11:00am-2:00pm & 5:30pm-7:30pm
Saturday 4/11 – 11:00am-2:00pm

Registration Desk Hours
Friday 4/10 – 7:00am-8:30am, 11:30am-2:30pm & 6:00pm-7:00pm
Saturday 4/11 – 7:00am-8:30am & 11:30am-2:30pm

Social Events

Refund Policy

A refund of 50% of registration fees is given if we receive an email (conferenceamtact@gmail.com) by March 4, 2026. Any person cancelling after this date is not guaranteed a refund. Requests must be made by email (conferenceamtact@gmail.com) by midnight April 5, 2026. All requests will be reviewed by the chapter board of directors at their next meeting. No refunds will be issued for prepaid meals after March 4, 2026.