Swedish Massage & CRT
Certification in
Southwestern Ontario
Swedish Massage Program, Chatham Kent
Swedish Massage Certification with Contraction Release Therapy (CRT)
Swedish massage is a classic therapeutic massage technique designed to relax the body, improve circulation, and ease muscular tension. Using long, flowing strokes, kneading, rhythmic movements, and gentle joint mobilization, Swedish massage promotes deep relaxation while supporting overall physical well-being. It is commonly used to reduce stress, relieve muscle soreness, enhance flexibility, and support the nervous system, making it both a restorative and therapeutic treatment suitable for a wide range of clients.
Expect therapeutic treatment sessions and training sessions that do not resemble any massage experience or training you have ever experienced before. Treatment sessions that resolve chronic pain in unique ways, utilizing massage techniques which often start at the heel with long sweeping strokes – taking hands up through the leg, thigh, hip, back, shoulders and neck without stopping. Treating your body as a whole organism, not separately, as so many various parts. Unique, holistic massage experiences for clients and massage training sessions for students.
Canada’s largest professional massage association, Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) describes Aromatica’s Myomassology Massage training program as the “holistic version of massage therapy.” The reason is because students are trained to assess their client’s alignment issues and correct any misalignment at the source.
Contraction Release Therapy, CRT ™ ©
Aromatica has been recognized internationally for its contributions to the field of massage therapy and for pioneering Contraction Release Therapy (CRT®)—an innovative approach to treating back, neck, and shoulder pain. In 2000, Aromatica’s work was honoured with the prestigious “Myomassologist of the Year” award from the International Myomassethics Federation in Detroit in recognition of its advancements in massage therapy and holistic pain management.
Today, Contraction Release Therapy (CRT®) is a respected trademarked and copyrighted treatment methodology within the massage profession. Developed through years of clinical observation and experience, CRT is based on the understanding that many individuals experiencing chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain also present with Apparent Short Leg Syndrome. In these cases, the difference in leg length is not caused by unequal leg bones, but by tight, contracted muscles of the hip that elevate one side of the pelvis.
While conventional treatment often relies on custom shoe orthotics to compensate for this imbalance, the CRT approach focuses on identifying and addressing the muscular dysfunction responsible for the condition. By releasing tension within the hips and restoring muscular balance, the body can naturally return to proper alignment without relying solely on external supports.
CRT combines active and passive treatment techniques to trace pain throughout the body, isolate affected muscles, and place them into controlled, false contractions. Specialized friction techniques encourage the flow of oxygen-rich blood and lymphatic fluid deep into the muscles, helping to reduce tension, remove metabolic waste products such as lactic acid, and support the body’s natural healing processes.
Treatment follows a systematic assessment and corrective protocol designed to restore balance throughout the musculoskeletal system, promoting improved posture, movement, and overall function. This holistic methodology differs from many traditional massage approaches by focusing on correcting the underlying cause of pain rather than simply treating its symptoms.
Because the hips form the foundation of the spine, pelvic imbalance can contribute to spinal misalignment and compensatory postural changes. By restoring pelvic alignment and equalizing functional leg length, CRT aims to help the spine return to a more natural position, often resulting in improved mobility, reduced discomfort, and enhanced overall wellbeing.
Career Choices
As a Practitioner graduating from this program, you will be in a position to:
- Establish your own private practice
- Work with other health care professionals at Natural Health Clinics
- Work in Health Spas, Vacation Resorts, Cruise Ships
Swedish Massage/CRT 300 hour certificate program
Students can expect comprehensive, hands-on training in Swedish Massage, including body mechanics, client positioning, professional draping, sanitation, contraindications and a complete full-body massage sequence. Through demonstrations and guided partner practice, students will develop proper technique, flow, pressure and confidence while learning to provide a safe and relaxing treatment.
Contraction Release Therapy introduces students to targeted techniques used to recognize and address areas of muscular tension and restriction. Students will learn how to apply controlled contraction-and-release methods designed to encourage relaxation and balance.
Admissions Requirement
Minimum 18 years of age and a High School Diploma or equivalent. Once the application has been processed, students must complete an enrollment agreement before commencing. All admission procedures must be completed prior to the first day of class.
Tuition Fee
Total: $5,995.00 CDN (this is an all-inclusive fee.) Tuition fee includes all text books, manuals, Aromatica scrub uniform and examination fees – you pay one price only! The Registration Fee (or Deposit) is $500.00 and is non-refundable. This is required to reserve your place in class and once you have received notification this fee is used to purchase your books and scrub uniform, prior to the first day of class. The balance of the tuition fee ($5495.00) is due on or before the first day of school. A Payment Plan is available. There are no refunds after course materials have been issued.
Registration
A completed application form with a $500.00 non-refundable registration fee is required. This will reserve your place in class. Class size is limited so we recommend submitting applications early to reserve your place.
Course Material
The books you receive are:
- AROMATICA™ Massage Instruction Manual
- Anatomy & Physiology Text Book Learning System plus Companion Work Book
- Manual for Contraction ReleaseTherapy