IN-PERSON CLASSROOM CEU • MIDTOWN WEST (NYC)

MFR for the Shoulders

Shoulder pain is rarely just a “shoulder problem.”

Most treatments focus on local techniques—rotator cuff work, trigger points, stretching—but miss the bigger picture of how the shoulder is being loaded and restricted.

In this 2-day clinical course, you’ll learn how to assess shoulder positioning, identify the real drivers of restriction, and apply myofascial release in a way that actually improves movement—not just short-term relief.

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Early access: Use code SHOULDER20 for $384 (regularly $480) on the first 4 seats.

July 15-16, 2026
11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Midtown West Studio

12 NYS + 12 NCBTMB Massage Therapy CEUs

David Weintraub, LMT

THE CLINICAL WHY

The shoulder isn’t isolated—and treating it like it is limits your results.

The shoulder is one of the most mobile—and most compensated—areas of the body.

Pain and restriction often come from how the scapula, ribcage, spine, and surrounding fascia are interacting—not just the rotator cuff itself.

Myofascial release can be extremely effective for improving mobility and reducing pain, but only when applied with a clear understanding of structure and function.

Without that context, it becomes just another set of techniques.

This course shifts the focus from “MFR ON the shoulder” to understanding how to use MFR to influence the entire system around it.

enrollment

2‑day in‑person classroom training
12 NYS & NCBTMB Massage Therapy CEUs

$480

Enroll now - $480

Live demo + coached hands‑on practice
Demo recordings available for rewatch
Tables, sheets, linens, oil, and bolsters provided
Downloadable class slides and certificates in  the student portal
Small-group coaching (max 12)

WHO THIS IS FOR

Built for therapists who want better shoulder outcomes—not just more techniques

Great fit if you want to...

Therapists working with shoulder pain, restriction, or injury
LMTs who feel their shoulder work isn’t “holding” between sessions
Practitioners interested in myofascial release with clinical context
Therapists ready to connect shoulder issues to full-body patterns

Not ideal if you…

Therapists looking for a list of shoulder techniques without assessment
Beginners without a foundation in anatomy or bodyreading
Passive learners who prefer demonstration without application

IN THE ROOM

Skills you can use the very next workday

Identify how the scapula, ribcage, and spine influence shoulder function

Use direction and pressure to create meaningful tissue change—not just sensation

Treat contributing structures that actually drive restriction

Translate assessment findings into focused session strategies

Connect evaluation, hands-on work, and client outcomes in real time

Your 2 Course Days

A clear plan—so you know exactly what you’re buying

First Day

11:00–11:30
Orientation: why shoulder treatments don’t hold—and what actually changes outcomes

11:30–1:00
Anatomy review

1:00–2:00
Bodyreading and assessment demonstration & practice

2:00–3:00
Break for lunch

3:00–4:00
Treatment Demonstration in Prone

5:00–6:00
Partner practice: Treatment + instructor feedback

Second Day

11:00–12:00
Treatment Demonstration in Sidelying

12:00–2:00
Partner practice: Treatment + instructor feedback

2:00–3:00
Break for lunch

3:00–4:00
Treatment Demonstration in Supine

5:00–6:00
Partner practice: Treatment + instructor feedback

Ready to join?

Enroll now - $480

Your Instructor

Learn from a clinician who treats shoulder cases daily

David Weintraub, LMT teaches the same framework used at Bodyworks DW—where shoulder pain is treated as part of a larger system involving posture, movement, and load distribution.

This isn’t a technique class. It’s how real clinical decisions are made in session.

Read about the Bodyworks DW teaching philosophy

ENROLLMENT

Enroll in this course

Early access: Use code SHOULDER20 for $384 (regularly $480) on the first 4 seats.

enrollment

2‑day in‑person classroom training
12 NYS & NCBTMB Massage Therapy CEUs

$480

Enroll now - $480

Live demo + coached hands‑on practice
Demo recordings available for rewatch
Tables, sheets, linens, oil, and bolsters provided
Downloadable class slides and certificates in  the student portal
Small-group coaching (max 12)

Student Reviews

What Therapists say

“This completely changed how I approach shoulder work—it finally makes sense.”

- Course participant

“My results improved immediately after taking this course.”

- Course participant

Frequently Asked Questions

Have more questions? Get in touch

Who is this course for?
Massage therapists who want to better assess and treat shoulder pain using myofascial release and clinical reasoning.
Is it hands-on?
Yes. This is a fully hands-on, in-person course with guided practice.
Do I need prior MFR training?
No, but a solid understanding of anatomy and basic assessment skills is recommended.
How do I receive CE documentation?
Certificates are issued after completing course requirements.
What should I wear or bring?
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for hands-on practice. All equipment is provided.
Will I be able to rewatch the demos?
Yes. All treatment and bodyreading demonstrations are video recorded and available for unlimited rewatching.
What’s the cancellation/transfer policy?
14+ days: full refund. 7–13 days: payment can be transferred as credit toward a future CEU course. Less than 7 days: no refunds or credits.