Introduction to Esalen® Massage:

In this course you will be introduced to the fundamental elements of Esalen massage, as well as its history and primary influences. The class will consist of exercises to build the group field, self care exercises for bodyworkers, demonstrations, and supervised practice. By the end of this course you will have a clear understanding of the basic elements of Esalen massage from which to build on. These techniques can be easily applied to any massage practice, or used alone. This class is appropriate for beginners or experienced massage therapists wanting to increase their repertoire.

Tuition $295 Regular / $250 Early Bird
*Early bird ends one month before course start date

Your Instructor

Robin Fann-Costanzo has been working at the Esalen Institute and internationally since 1992 as an Esalen massage staff member, instructor, and registered yoga teacher.   In addition to Esalen massage, Robin brings a lifetime of experienced as a trained dancer and has extensive training in craniosacral therapy, somatoemotional release, gestalt therapy, life coaching, and dance therapy.

Her love for learning and teaching led her to collaborate in the development of Esalen teacher’s training program.  Robin is featured in the Esalen massage DVD and in 2017 released her own full length instructional Esalen Massage tutorial.  She has developed  continuing education programs taught at Esalen and offers classes in Asheville, NC where she currently resides with her husband and daughters. 

In 2012 at the World Massage Festival, Robin was honored for her years of dedication in the field of massage and bodywork, by being inducted into the World Massage Hall of Fame!