My Ayurvedic Massage Journey

The Ariana Institute’s Techniques in the Spa World Manual is part of a series of massage manuals that are designed to help deepen the knowledge of current massage therapists and introduce new massage therapists to the world of massage and bodywork. The Techniques in the Spa World Manual features topics that are also available as NCBTMB approved online CE courses through the Ariana Institute at www.arianainstitute.com/ce-online/, including:

  • Aromatherapy for Massage and Bodywork
  • Ayurvedic Massage
  • Couples Massage
  • Hot and Cold Stone Massage
  • Spa Techniques: Exfoliations and Body Wraps

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Ariana Vincent Honored as AFMTE 2015 Continuing Education Provider of the Year

The Ariana Institute for Wellness Education is pleased to announce that Ariana Vincent is The Alliance for Massage Therapy Education 2015 Continuing Education Provider of the Year, recognizing her excellence in massage and bodywork education. Continue reading “Ariana Vincent Honored as AFMTE 2015 Continuing Education Provider of the Year”

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Positive Influence – Part 1

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The Paths to Becoming a Massage Therapy Instructor
Serving as a Massage Therapy Instructor and Continuing Education Provider has been a vehicle that has facilitated the opening of my heart and my intellect in unimaginable ways as part of my devotion to a path of service. When you look within yourself and evaluate your life, do you feel that you have the desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? You could actualize this goal by becoming a Massage Therapy Instructor (MTI). Not only would you be living a virtuous life of service, but you would also concurrently be adding another stream of income to your professional portfolio. If you find this path to be of interest, here are some guidelines that will help facilitate your success. Continue reading “Positive Influence – Part 1”

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Pain Management Tips

Ariana Institute offers online and onsite Pain Management continuing education courses for massage therapists. These courses are approved by the National Certification Board as well as the majority of states within the US.  Please visit https://arianainstitute.com/ce-online/ for registration and details.

Pain Management Tips – Pain Management Through Touch

  • Generally speaking, pain is the body’s way of letting us know we are not well.
  • Pain can be occasional, acute or chronic, dependent on whether the person has had an accident, is suffering from musculoskeletal dysfunction or musculoskeletal degeneration or lack of movement or mobility.

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The Origin and History of Reiki

Dr. Mikao Usui, Founder of the Usui System of Reiki

Ariana Institute offers online and onsite Reiki Levels One, Two and Three (Master) continuing education courses for massage therapists. These courses are approved by the National Certification Board as well as the majority of states within the US.  Please visit www.arianainstitute.com for registration and details.

The origin of Reiki can be traced back thousands of years ago to the ancient cultures of India, Tibet, China, and Japan. This technique was rediscovered in the mid-1800s by Dr. Mikao Usui of Japan.
Dr. Usui, Japanese theologian, and a missionary, was the founder of the Usui System of Reiki. He was born August 15, 1865, in the village of Yago in the Yamagata district of Gifu prefecture, Japan. Dr. Usui had an avid interest in learning and devoted his energy to his studies. Continue reading “The Origin and History of Reiki”

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Practice Building for Massage Therapists

Create A Clear Vision Of What You Want

Your vision will become clear only when you look into your heart.
Who looks outside, dreams. Who looks inside, awakens.
(Carl Jung)

Ariana Institute offers online and onsite Practice Building and Marketing Courses for Massage Therapists.


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Deep Tissue Therapy

Deep Tissue - Back - Ariana - ZR - IMG_3637CORE PRINCIPLES & BENEFITS OF DEEP TISSUE THERAPY

  • How does deep tissue therapy work?  When there is chronic muscle tension, pain, strain, spasm, injury, or postural problems there are usually adhesions (bands of painful, rigid tissue) in muscles, tendons, and ligaments.   Adhesions can block circulation and cause pain, limited movement, and inflammation.   Deep tissue massage works by physically breaking down these adhesions to relieve pain, restore normal movement, and improve postural alignment.

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Ariana Institute’s Welcoming Blog

Welcome to Ariana Vincent’s Blog for Ariana Institute!

Ariana Vincent directs the Ariana Institute in Austin, Texas, which offers continuing professional development for massage therapists. Ariana is a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist and Massage Therapy Instructor who has practiced massage therapy and bodywork for thirty years. Her highest aspiration, personally and professionally, is to facilitate the integration of mind, body, and spirit, and to ultimately allow a state of balance to effortlessly and peacefully become an integral part of everyday life.

In future blogs, you might expect to receive information regarding the topics listed below as well as additional topics related to massage therapy, health, stress-reduction, wellness, and complementary alternative medicine.

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