THE SHELLERS

Halloween

2009-10-08T20:00:00.000-07:00

I love fall! I love the crispness in the air and the leaves changing color. I LOVE PUMPKINS! They are so cute! Halloween is my favorite holiday and I can't wait for our Halloween party on the 24th. I hope that everyone's fall is going wonderfully!

More Infant Massage Day!

2008-11-24T16:49:00.000-08:00

We had the best time at this last infant massage day! There was a great turn out of kids and I was really impressed by the students!

Life

2008-11-24T16:39:00.000-08:00

It seems to me that the world just keeps getting crazier by the day. I was talking to my best friend, Gretel, today (no Hansel jokes, please) and she told me of some hardships that had come to one of our mutual friends. It really makes you think about the things in life that are really important. I spend a lot of time on sports, as those who know me can attest to, and while sports are very important to me, the most important thing in life is family.
So I would like to take this time to thank for my family, both biological and "adoptive", for the examples, shoulders and generally amazing people you have all been in my life. I have truly been blessed in this life of mine.

Another Infant Massage Day!

2008-11-17T12:12:00.001-08:00

There were so many students and babies running around it was a little chaotic! But I love infant massage day! Kids love massage and there is so much good energy in the room!

Happy Halloween!

2008-11-17T12:04:00.000-08:00

Here are some pictures of my niece and nephew from Halloween! Aren't they so cute! I've never seen a cuter Elmo or Ladybug in my life!

Graduation

2008-11-17T10:42:00.001-08:00

Here are some pictures from our last graduation! Congratulations Blanca, Shayla, Ashlyn, Shellie and Emily! I miss you guys, but I am so proud of you!

With a special note, congratulations to Ashlyn on passing her national exam! You go girl!

Infant Massage

2008-11-17T10:29:00.000-08:00

This infant massage day was a great success! Looking at the pictures makes me miss this class so much! And Jeanine! We miss you Jeanine!

The Girls!

2008-07-23T17:46:00.000-07:00

Me and the Girls at my bro Christopher's and bro-in-law Cody's b-day bbq. Me, Whit, Court, Mom, Makaelynn and Misty are all featured...

My Nephew Brayden Jack

2008-07-23T17:35:00.000-07:00

This is my nephew Brayden Jack. He was born a on March 30th. He is so cute when he's trying to sit on my niece Madi! My favorite is when he is crying!

Thai Massage

2008-07-14T19:29:00.000-07:00

These two were great sports to do a trial class of Thai Massage. Don't they look like they are having a great time! Thanks Shellie and Emily!

2008-07-14T19:25:00.000-07:00

On term break this past May I had the opportunity to go see my best friend Gretel in Arizona. It was so bloody hot, but it was worth it to see her! That is her massive dog, Adikiss. He was my shadow for a few days and I loved it!

The Great Anatomy Drawing

2008-07-14T19:12:00.000-07:00

We had a blast in anatomy drawing the muscles on the body! Thanks Amy and Joseph for being such great sports!

2008-07-14T18:57:00.000-07:00

This is our Hydrotherapy adventure! Sea Salt scrubs are awesome to renew the skin!

UVU Hockey

2008-07-14T18:41:00.001-07:00

Yes, I know it's been awhile since I last posted, but I wanted to get some pictures up of our two stalwart massage students that saw the UVU Hockey team though a great season! Way to go Shannon and Diane!

My adorable nephew!

2008-02-11T18:59:00.001-08:00

He is so dang cute!

2008-02-11T17:44:00.000-08:00

Man, did we have fun in anatomy learning about the reproductive system... here are a few pics with our model female reproductive systems. They did a great job with the play dough!

2008-02-11T17:38:00.000-08:00

A fun day of draping...toga party!

2008-02-11T17:34:00.001-08:00

My beautiful nephew, Dale, enjoying his massage day. He looks like he's enjoying himself, doesn't he? Lucky Duck!

More Fun with Pictures!

2008-02-11T17:28:00.001-08:00

Nothing like a good stretch! These pictures are from our Sports Massage class; pre and post event stretching. And they are actually from this term.

Featured above are:
Shayla Hall- performing the stretching
Ashlyn Desandre- performing the stretching
Shannan Stover- being stretched
Diane DeWitt- being stretched

Massage Picture Update

2008-02-11T17:22:00.001-08:00

Here are some fun pictures of our spa wrap day. Doesn't it look cozy? These pictures are from last terms Specialized Modalities; these modalities are now available in the Hydrotherapy class...

Anatomy and Physiology 2

2007-12-17T16:02:00.000-08:00

We have talked in general about all the body systems and the general effects that massage has on the body systems. Last time we covered the immune system and spoke a little bit about the lymph system. If you missed class, please find someone who has the notes from the power point!

Advanced Therapuetic Massage

2007-12-17T15:58:00.000-08:00

Last time we covered chair massage and talked about the marketing tools that are used for chair massage. We also started talking about infant massage and will be preparing to start infant massage next time. I will be bringing my nephew for massage and the students are welcome to bring any babies they know.

Deep Tissue

2007-12-17T15:53:00.000-08:00

We have finished disc 1 and are now working on disc 2 which talks about the different tools and starts in on strokes. We are looking for the softening of tissue or the "melt" of the muscles. The correct use of forearms, elbows, knuckles, fist and fingers takes some time to master and also the degree at which the work is performed. General practise and experimental use of deep tissue therapies are the assignments at this time.

Fundamentals of Natural Health

2007-12-17T15:47:00.000-08:00

We have been talking about the triad of health: body, mind and spirit. We are right now focusing on self-image and the differences in between the western and eastern thought methods. Other topics that will be covered include nutrition, cranial sacral, herbalism, and pain theories, inter mitten with energy explanations and interpretations.

Sports Massage

2007-12-17T15:40:00.000-08:00

Ok, we are into our second week of the Winter Term, 2007. In Sports Massage, we are now talking about Pre-Event massage and different stretches involved. On Monday, we covered the lower body and started our Yogalites. Assignments due are two articles from the AMTA website about the medical benefits of massage.
Next time we will reviewing the lower leg stretches and starting upper body stretches.

Hot Stone Massage

2007-12-13T10:11:00.000-08:00

2007-12-13T10:05:00.000-08:00

Here are some pics of our day performing hot stone massage. We actually had serveral days of training for this modality. And all of our "bodies" weren't complaining!

My baby Buggies getting monkied

2007-11-20T11:26:00.000-08:00

This is Buggy getting ready for Halloween. He is so cute and he really loved his bananas!

Facials

2007-10-30T20:53:00.000-07:00

Today was facial day. We had a blast mixing up the mud and slathering it on! Trust me the results were worth it...smooth, soft skin and a nice glow to match. And hey, I'm down for anything in which i get to slick mud on someone else!

Body Scrubs

2007-10-30T09:55:00.000-07:00

This a recap from Thursday. We worked on body scrubs. While it's not the most comfortable modality, it's a heck of a lot of fun! And your skin feels fantastic afterwards...

Pathology/Trigger Point Day

2007-10-22T09:44:00.001-07:00

Today in Pathology we reviewed for our midterm on Wednesday. The students were given 2 possible conditions from each chapter (1-6) to review and only one condition will be on the midterm. They also were given the chance to do the instructor evaluations. I look forward to seeing what everyone has to say about the class and me as an instructor on how I can improve.
Next is Trigger Point. I enjoy this class so much! I love the book, it's fantastic and the students truly have a desire to learn where the trigger points are. Today we are doing a review of the back muscles, including the glutes and the upper neck and head area. We will review these today and Wednesday, then moving on to the stomach and chest trigger points. Check back tomorrow to see the pics of the Specialized Modalities class as we explore the world of spa treatments and products. Also, we will be doing collages in Business Practices. Each student will create a collage of their unique professional style for their future business. ENJOY!

2007-10-18T20:34:00.000-07:00

Students shown below:
Shannan Stover
Aaron Jones
Diane DeWitt
Jacque Hadlock
James Hayes
Vickie Martinez

2007-10-18T20:28:00.000-07:00

This was our chair massage day for the specialized modalities class. The students enjoyed being in photo shoot that i made them do. I had a great time observing their new techinques! Doesn't it look like a great time!!?!

Specialized Modalities cont..

2007-10-18T20:16:00.001-07:00

Specialized Modalities Class

2007-10-18T18:07:00.000-07:00

Massage Therapy

2007-10-18T16:36:00.001-07:00

Hello all! For the last three years I have been teaching massage therapy at a local college. I decided that it would be great to start a blog and spotlight current and past students. It will be a great way for pre-graduates and post graduates to be able to keep up on program news and friendships from the past... and maybe the future! I will be posting pictures shortly!