Thank you for your interest in this hybrid course where you will have the opportunity to give/receive Sarga Bodywork on 3 different table types (hydraulic, raised, floor based). Please make sure to read all of the information listed; especially the 'Read More' drop down sections. All the pertinent info that you will need for the course; cost, dates, details, cancellations, etc. is all listed here.

SARGA 101 CLASS -

In this in-person course you will gain an understanding of Sarga Silk alignment and wrapping methods, will be able to perform Sarga Bodywork techniques for both posterior and anterior applications and will learn a full body 90-min sequence on raised and floor based massage tables.  Maximum capacity for this location is 6 participants.

Class Times: 10am - 5/5:30pm | Wednesday through Saturday (4 Full Days)

Location: Kaua'i Massage Therapy 4569 Kukui Street, Ste 203, Kapa'a, HI 96746

TRANSPORT:

Lihue Airport (LIH) is the ONLY commercial airport on the island. It is about 15-20 min. average drive from the Kaua'i Massage Therapy Studio. Sometimes Uber, Lyfts, and Taxis are available and reasonable and sometimes they are not. Turo is here and so are many car rental places but availability varies seasonally. PLAN AHEAD ACCORDINGLY. WE STRONGLY ADVISE ARRIVING AT LEAST THE DAY BEFORE AND LEAVING AT LEAST THE DAY AFTER THE COURSE. Same day travel may be a challenge with flight schedules and transportation.

We are not a travel agency and cannot advise on destinations and times, but once you have done your research, Lana can help answer questions in regards to class. Please also feel free to view Sarga's website for general info and FAQ's. Please feel free to research the address to explore the area of Kapaa, HI restaurants, and things to do. Parking instructions available in the PDF in the welcome email for this course and in the next section of this description.

ACCOMMODATIONS:

Accommodations are not included but we may be able to connect you with locals willing to host for lower than typical fees but there are no guarantees. PLAN AHEAD for Hotels or AIRBNBs, especially during holidays and summer months. Camping permits are required from the State if you decide to camp, make sure you research the areas for safety. There is no space for large bags or luggage at the studio.

Sarga 101:  NCBTMB Approved 24 CEU's  (+11 CEU's Online Course)

Instructor: Lana Olson, HI MAT-12742, licensed in HI since 2012, trained in Sarga 2019

Tuition: Sarga 101

$1,1195

($100 refer a friend discount may be offered if your referral leads to a new student sign up in the same year. Email: lana@sargakauai.com to discuss.)

Payment plans:

• Payment 1 (Due Upon Registration): $500 (first installment)

• Remainder split accordingly based on the # of months remaining prior to the 30 day class confirmation date.

Retakes: $200 discount code available - email: lana@sargakauai.com

Ideally this course is meant to be taken MORE THAN ONCE. Retakes are welcome and discounted.  Email Lana for a $200 discount code to apply to your tuition and enhance Your Sarga Skills: Repeat the Sarga 101 Journey! lana@sargakauai.com

Retakes are helpful for practitioners seeking to deepen their grasp of Sarga Bodywork for those eager to refine their skills and gain a more profound understanding of Sarga Silk alignment and wrapping methods.

Tuition includes:- All Sarga Bodywork equipment needed for class- Linens will be provided (flat. fitted, and face cradle) for students. Please do not bring large bags or luggage into class, there is no storage space.

Before You Book:

Prerequisites and requirements: 

• Must have at least 1 year of manual therapy experience. (May include clinic hours from massage school).  

• Must meet your state/country's massage licensure requirements.  

• Must have current liability/malpractice insurance in the state/country where you practice if it is required there.

• REVIEW & CONFIRM YOU MEET WEIGHT & FITNESS REQUIREMENTS (See section below and information linked here)>https://www.sargabodywork.com/prepare

• Please come with clean, pedicured feet every day of class (clipped and clean toenails and cuticles, filed calluses, etc.). On hand high quality foot file and clippers recommended for maintenance.-A pair of clean rubber sandals to wear exclusively in the classroom for treatments. These should be made entirely of rubber, without fabric; non-porous for sanitary reasons.

• Beginner's Mind:  Whether you are an experienced bodyworker or just starting out, it is in your best interest to cultivate an attitude of openness, enthusiasm, and humility. We all learn differently and even experts have opportunities to begin again to refine their skills. This mindset will also serve you well if you plan to travel around Kaua'i as locals appreciate people that are open to learning/being corrected and respectful of ways of life that may be different to those in which they are accustomed.

Student weight and fitness as it relates to classroom safety and the capacities treatment equipment used in the classroom:

Sarga Bodywork understands that weight alone does not determine fitness, balance, or capability. However, for safety reasons, we ask that you inform us if you are outside of the biometrics listed below. We will inquire further to ensure that the techniques taught in our courses can be performed safely and within the working limits of our equipment. This is highly important since the Sarga Silk allows practitioners to generate additional force beyond bodyweight. Please note that being outside of these biometrics does not necessarily exclude you from our course offerings! If you would like to discuss these options, please contact me at 808.664.6040.

• Registering for a course on raised massage tables: Students verify they are not less than 100lbs in weight, not more than 175lbs in weight, and not more than 6' in height. Students must understand the importance of their honesty as it relates to safety and liability in this regard. Failure to disclose this information may result in needing to make equipment and/ or technique modifications during class, and may even result in dismissal without a refund if classroom safety is compromised.

• Students outside the biometrics listed above: Please contact us to discuss other options for learning Sarga Bodywork.

Fitness requirements to successfully learn & perform Sarga Bodywork:

• The ability to balance on one foot for at least 1 minute without holding onto anything for support. Ankle and knee stabilizing exercises are highly recommended in preparation for this course, especially if you've had previous injuries and/or surgeries to these joints.

• Excellent cardiovascular conditioning and the ability to perform cardiovascular exercise (jogging, swimming, etc.) for 10-15 minutes without stopping.

• The ability to perform at least 3 sets of 20 squats.

• The ability to isometrically hold a plank for at least 1 minute.

Sarga Bodywork will absolutely get easier with practice. However, learning this modality can be  rigorous and challenging at first. Excellent physical conditioning (particularly isometric strength) is a MUST in order to gain the most from a Sarga Bodywork course.

Setting yourself up for success is paramount, as the main feedback from participants is that they overestimated their fitness level.  SARGA STRONG is an online course that aims to help Sarga Bodywork practitioners and students learn and perform Sarga Bodywork with confidence. This is an excellent resource for students who are preparing to attend a Sarga Bodywork course in person: https://www.sargabodywork.com/learn/sarga-strong

ARRIVAL + DEPARTURE 

• Please note course dates and time. If you are arriving from out of town, please book your flights so that you arrive (at least) the day before the first day of class and leave (at least) the day after the last day of class. 

• Since we are an NCBTMB approved CE course in which you receive 24 CE credit hours for 101 and 102 CE credits for 102, all class time must be allotted for to receive your Certificate of Completion.

• We highly suggest that you book refundable travel arrangements until your course is confirmed (meets minimum enrollment), and that you purchase flexible airline tickets/travel insurance if you are arriving from out-of-town. 

• If we have not reached the required minimum student enrollment up to 30 days prior to the class start time, Sarga Bodywork reserves the right to postpone a course to a later time or to cancel it altogether. In such an event, registrants have the choice to either transfer to another course without paying the transfer fee, or to be refunded their full payment.

• Class times are always 10:00am - 5:00/5:30 pm (with a one-hour lunch break between noon and 2pm each day). Please arrive a few minutes early (no more than 15 mins), or with enough time to get settled before class begins and allow up to 30 minutes "flex time" after 5pm each class day.

• As a certified NCBTMB CEU provider, any missed class time has to be made up, case by case; which could require a retake if any portion of class is missed.

CANCELLATION POLICY | COURSE POLICIES

Your course tuition is non-refundable. If you cannot attend, your tuition is good for 1 year and you may apply it to any Sarga Bodywork Course, location, dates, but the instructor must remain the same (Lana Olson), within 1 year of original booking. Transfer dates and fees and rate increases apply.

TRANSFER POLICY

• You may transfer out of a course up to 60 days before the course. However, in the case of a Pop-Up your tuition is non-transferable and non-refundable due to the short lead time. However, if I cannot meet the minimum student capacity and cancel the course prematurely I will refund your tuition without penalty.

•A $75 transfer fee is applicable if you request to transfer after tuition is paid. If you register for a course at the 60-day mark or later, course tuition is both non-refundable and non-transferrable.

If you need to review more FAQs and our Course policies, the link is here.

WAITLIST

When a course reaches Waitlist status it is confirmed and attendance is full. Cancellations and transfers may still occur at any time altering the headcount. We will reach out to all Waitlisters and announce an open spot. Please note, once the spot open becomes live on Wetravel it is open to all and first come first serve.

DRUGS & ALCOHOL

We kindly ask that there be no use of recreational drugs (i.e marijuana, micro dosing of mushroom, etc) and alcohol during the course hours, in class, at lunch or on the premises where class is held. Anything that may interfere with cognition and balance should not be used.

A full refund (or a free transfer) of course tuition will be issued if Lana Olson cannot deliver a scheduled course for any reason that is of no fault of the participant. In the event of such a cancellation, please remain aware that Lana Olson or Nurturing Balance, LLC/Kaua'i Massage Therapy/Sarga Kaua'i will not be held responsible to reimburse any airline tickets or other previously booked travel and accommodation reservations and expenses that are separate from tuition costs. In the event that a course has not reached the required minimum student enrollment 30 days prior to the class start time, Lana Olson of Nurturing Balance, LLC/Kaua'i Massage Therapy/Sarga Kaua'i reserves the right to postpone a particular course to a later time or to cancel it altogether. In such an event, registrants have the choice to either transfer to another course without paying the $75 transfer fee, or to be refunded their full payment.

In the event of cancellation by Lana Olson of Nurturing Balance, LLC/Kaua'i Massage Therapy/Sarga Kaua'i all payments will be refunded in full. In the event due to dangerous weather, political unrest, acts of god, and other force majeure events, all payments will be refunded in full.

TERMS + CONDITIONS

*This course is ala carte. No food, lodging, or transport included. However, linens and all equipment will be provided for use in class.

Sarga Bodywork has further terms + conditions. Lana Olson is operating as an instructor and independent contractor for Sarga Bodywork. Every participant must acknowledge Sarga’s policies in regards to shipping + return policies, marketing, trademark, patent, terms of use agreement, privacy policy, disclaimers + limitations of liability. Please review the following sections hyperlinked below:

• Sarga Bodywork Terms + Conditions

• Come to Class Prepared