Welcome Graduates!

Date: January 15th, 2026 
Time: 11am PST | 2pm MST |. 1pm CST | 2pm EST
Cost: FREE

Ready to expand your barefoot massage toolbox? Join Karen, Lynn, China, and Al for a dynamic Sole-ful Connection Hour showcasing what’s ahead in DF2, DF3, Ashi-Thai, and Sutra.

This special session is your sneak peek into the advanced world of DeepFeet Bar Therapy — where power meets precision, flow meets freedom, and each course unlocks new ways to connect with your clients (and your feet!).

You will discover the unique focus of each advanced course, how to choose your next training path, and live demos + teaching insights from DeepFeet’s top instructors. Whether you’re a new graduate or a seasoned barefoot pro, this free class will help you map out your 2025 continuing education journey with confidence.

Date:  February 18, 2026
Time: 10am PST | 11am MST | 12pm CST | 1pm EST
Cost: FREE for DeepFeet Members | $10 for Non-Members

Join Lynn, Abby, and China for an essential and heartfelt discussion and demo on bolstering, breast implants, and supporting clients with a history of breast cancer.

This session explores the nuances of working safely and confidently with clients in the prone and supine positions, especially when applying Ashiatsu or other deep-tissue techniques to the thoracic and pectoral regions.

You’ll learn: When and why breast implant massage is contraindicated. Key questions to ask clients for informed and compassionate care. Proper bolstering techniques to protect breast tissue /support comfort, and how to approach post-surgical areas with confidence and respect

Date:  March 4th, 2026
Time: 10am PST | 11am MST | 12pm CST | 1pm EST
Cost:  FREE for DeepFeet Members | $10 for Non-Members

Join Karen Butler and Lynn Smet for a dynamic training hour filled with creativity, comfort, and confidence.

First up: Ninja Draping Techniques
Karen will show you how to elevate your draping game with seamless transitions, secure wrapping, and beautiful flows that keep your clients safe, warm, and modest while making you look like an absolute pro.

Then, Karen reveals something most therapists never knew was possible:
✨ Body Scrubs using Ashiatsu! ✨

A refreshing, exfoliating service you can add to your offerings just in time for spring and summer. Learn how to integrate your bars and your feet into a luxurious, full-body scrub experience that clients will love.

Date: April 15, 2026 
Time: 11am PST | 2pm MST |. 1pm CST | 2pm EST
Cost: FREE for DeepFeet Members | $10 for Non-Members

Join Lynn Smet and Abby Parker for a deep dive into one of the most beloved parts of DF1: the Hip Strokes

Lynn will guide you through a detailed review of each stroke — the “why,” the “how,” and all the subtle adjustments that make these techniques feel jaw-droppingly good for clients. Expect clarity, precision, and tons of “aha!” moments.

Then Abby steps in to show you how to elevate, modify, and completely remix your hip work using alternative positioning, directional changes, and creative transitions.

We’ll wrap with: New bolstering techniques to improve comfort, access, and flow. Small refinements that make a big difference in application and tips for troubleshooting common challenges

Date:  May 13, 2026
Time: 10am PST | 11am MST | 12pm CST | 1pm EST
Cost: FREE for DeepFeet Members | $10 for Non-Members

Join China Facchini and Lynn Smet for a behind-the-scenes masterclass on how to set up a successful booth for events, fairs, markets, and community outreach.

China will walk you through her real-life booth setup — what she brings, how she organizes it, and the must-have items that make events run smoothly for both you and your clients.

We’ll cover:
✔️ Essential equipment & comfort
✔️ Signage that attracts attention
✔️ Simple Payment systems
✔️ Client flow & safety considerations
✔️ Smart packing, setup, and teardown

Whether you’re preparing for a wellness event, a vendor fair, or a festival, this session will help you feel confident, prepared, and ready to shine.

Date:  June 6, 2026
Time: 11am PST | 12pm MST | 1pm CST | 2pm EST
Cost: FREE for DeepFeet Members | $10 for Non-Members

Join Tony Smet, RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist), and Lynn Smet for a vital discussion on arterial blood flow, arterial disease, and how these conditions relate to the practice of Ashiatsu DeepFeet Bar Therapy. This session is essential for any barefoot massage therapist looking to better understand the circulatory system and how to safely work with clients who have known or suspected vascular issues.

We’ll cover:
✔️ How arterial blood flow works and what can impair it
✔️ Common arterial diseases and their clinical presentations
✔️ What intake questions to ask when a client reports an arterial condition
✔️ How compression (including foot pressure) influences arterial circulation
✔️ Important precautions and contraindications for Ashiatsu