Muscle Balancing & Joint Stabilization
“I was amazed at the fixes that you can do to help out your own body as well as your clients and how much they helped…John is very knowledgeable in his teaching abilities and knows his material very well.” (Scott)
“I liked that my learning experience was very positive & very supportive. Presented all techniques in multiple ways to ensure all types of learners could benefit. Very thoughtfully organized. I feel like I know the material well. I know I will use it often… Thank you, as usual. Invaluable!” (Quinn)
“This was a refreshing way to think about therapy. I love having more tools to give my clients the power to put their health into their own hands.”
(Shane)
“The thing I enjoyed most about this class was the easy-to-apply learning methods. It was explained and taught very well. The instructor is top notch, the best fun while learning I may ever have…This class is my new favorite. Thank you for your time and sharing your technique with us.” (Nancy)
“I liked everything! Great presentation, great information, useful information, wonderful techniques, great enthusiasm!!! Any and all classes instructed by John Joseph Ray, I highly recommend to any LMT.” (Jean)
“John is incredibly knowledgeable and personable. He delivers/presents information in a very clam manner. Fun and comprehensive…The flow of material keeps the day from becoming stagnant.” (Shanthi)
“I enjoyed this class very much. John’s instruction was SO clear! His combination of visual images, explanation, instruction, and hands-on learning really made the material shine. John Ray is a very engaging speaker who is able to spread and share his joy for this work.” (Bodil)
“What I enjoyed most about John’s class was the thorough discussion on the material and the demonstrations. It was very practical working with each other. I enjoyed the class.” (Dennis)
“In this class John used a step by step method of teaching which was helpful in learning the new material. Thank you John for using these clear teaching methods that helped me learn!” (JoAngela)
“I have taken most of John’s classes and have been very impressed with his teaching strategies. He is knowledgeable and prepared. He uses multimedia as well as class participation with demonstrations and hands on learning. I highly recommend his classes.” (Adelle)
“This was a fun and informative class! Probably my favorite so far. The demonstrations, communication, and process of interaction was very helpful. John was on target with every process and transition.” (Debi)
“This class is taught extremely well. I have learned more in this CE class than any other classes I have attended. John is a gifted instructor who is very clear in his teaching methods and extremely knowledgeable. Not only did I learn the techniques but also how to apply it in my practice.” (Chandra)
“I really enjoyed applying these techniques. You can tell that John has a lot of experience and has spent a lot of time and energy in preparing for these classes. The class it’s self is such a smooth experience with all of the hand outs, visual aids, and applying the techniques. I know after I leave John’s class I will be successful using these techniques and that I have the tools to help the people that cross my path. I really appreciate John’s effort and passion for what he does.” (Brenda)
“John is very patient and explains things so that they are easy to understand. He demonstrates and reviews to help your ability to retain the information. I have enjoyed all of my classes with John. He has a way of keeping things light and entertaining, which also helps to remember the techniques.” (Beverly)
“John is a fantastic teacher! He makes sure all of his students understand the materials and concepts by showing us all of the techniques multiple times, to ensure we can do them correctly. I have taken John’s class before, and each time I learn something new and useful for my practice.” (Lisa)
“John is a fun teacher and very thorough. There is a lot of information to cover, but John is able to go over it many times so his students are able to retain it. I enjoyed this class and look forward to using it in my practice.” (Vickie)
“John is a very hands-on instructor. I enjoyed how in this class we were able to cover various modalities. These modalities will help me to keep doing massage and help my clients too.” (Angela)
“John teaching style of using hands on training is very good for visual learners. He takes his time to explain and help students to understand. John is an amazing teacher and I love coming to his classes!” (Whitney)
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“John is very easy to talk to and ask questions to. He gives good feedback on your technique, which gives you the confidence that you are on the right track and actually learning the techniques. I enjoy how hands on the classes are, as that is the best way for me to learn. I also love the handouts and the size of the group.” (Susanne)
“John J. Ray is so knowledgeable about the body and his material! His delivery system is easy, relaxed, and at a perfect learning pace. The continual reviews, handout materials, and hands on techniques will help me remember the steps, and therefore use them! I simply don’t remember feeling so well after a C.E.U class! I love learning techniques that will help my clients, my family, and me. John J. Ray is an awesome instructor and I can’t wait until the next class!” (Kerry)
“John is very professional as a presenter: he stays on subject, has good timing, has good information, and his stories are pertinent. I feel like I can really use the information I gained in this class in my practice. Great Stuff!” (Valerie)
“John explained this information and teachings very well. We were given both the how AND the why. John gives excellent demonstrations and hands on corrections, as needed. I really enjoyed this class.” (Nan)
“John is very informative. This is my second time to take this class and i have learned even more. I feel confident in helping others with the skills we have learned. Staying up to date with anatomy and physiology is always a good thing and this class is a wonderful refresher.” (Shoshannah)
“I enjoyed how John has structured this class with a blend of lecture and activity. John is able to make everything clear and easy to understand and he is really funny. He really knows his stuff! This is the best CEU class I have ever taken.” (Liz)
“I like that John is able to use several learning methods including, handouts, slides, and hands-on training. I always know I have learned something with John’s classes and it is never a waste of money or time, like other classes I have taken.” (Alta)
“John gives very clear instruction and enjoy the experiential learning. It is always a good experience. John paced demonstrations well and he is very good with giving attention to everyone in the class.” (Lynn)
“I really like the techniques for self-fixes. I can continue working on clients with great results, and I can use these techniques on myself for a healthy body and muscle balance.” (Alex)
“I enjoyed the repetitive teaching methods in the way that John made sure that everyone understood the methods being taught. John is easy going and personable. This work is so beneficial for myself and clients! Thank you!” (Shawn)
“This class was a great review of the muscles and how to help myself and others feel better. This class will also help me and my clients have a better overall quality of life. Thank you John!” (Faye)
“This class contained good information that I know will be useful for me and my practice. John is a clear and concise teacher that keeps control of his class and focuses on the lesson without letting things get off track. John is also able to keep the class engaged and entertained. I always feel like I’m learning good tools for my practice and am a more informed and inspired therapist once I leave these classes.” (Amy)
“I love interactive classes and this is one of them! I learned tools which I can enhance my personal quality of well being, and those of my family, friends, and clients.” (Kathy)
“I liked that this class focuses on strengthening our muscles to make us better massage therapists, and that those skills translate into different aspects of our life’s. John always has a respectful and professional way of teaching and keeping the classes on track. We had a great class! I hope John continues teaching in our area!” (Jessica)
“John is clear, concise, organized, and casual yet professional. The content is great and I really enjoyed this class” (Susan)
“We went over each method many times so it stays with you. John’s teaching method is great! It’s so easy to understand and pick up the techniques. The more classes I take from John, I learn something new every time! I take away a lot of wonderful teachings I use all the time.” (Sue)
“A totally enjoyable class with amazing information that I will use the rest of my life. I am excited to being using these techniques with all my clients, family, and friends. Thank you John!” (K.L.D.)
“This class is a 10! I recommend it for everyone! The self fixes are essential for personal health but also for clients, family, and friends. John’s teaching style is so helpful. The repetition, demonstrations, visual aids, and handouts are amazingly thorough and I know I can really use these techniques immediately. Be sure to take this class!! (Pam)
“This class is informative, fun, and the techniques I learned are a great therapy to use on myself and others. John is delightful!” (Patricia)
“I love how hands on this class is! Its not just reading from the text book. Awesome job!” (Shalee)
“The information I gained from this class is something I will use everyday for the rest of my life. John not only has knowledge, but he can relay that information to others in a way that makes it easy to understand. John is the best teacher!” (Helen)
“This class gave me incredible tools for strengthening weak muscles and created a respect for these techniques that generated such noticeable, immediate shifts, in changes for strengthening weak, and relaxing, tight muscles. John has impressive organization and flow of teaching. His energy felt solid, groomed, and present, where I enjoyed his teachings and leadership. His acceptance of progress and the participation of all students was wonderful!” (Marry)
“In this class I enjoyed how John taught in a way that was easy to understand. He demonstrated each new step a number of times, which gave the students enough time to practice the steps and be sure they were performing them correctly. I especially liked the levity injected into certain instances, which I believe helped me remember points more clearly.” (Beverly)
“What I liked was everything! John Ray is a wonderful teacher! Class was fun and insightful. He went out of his way to help us with ‘cheat sheets’. I’m looking forward to using the Quick Self Fixes daily and helping my clients, friends and family learn as well. I will be attending more classes in the future.” (Kim)
“I enjoyed how John took time in teaching the techniques, and gave the students lots of time to practice the techniques. He is easy to follow and made learning fun! I would love to take this class again!” (Sue)
“This class gave me more tools for my toolbox within my massage practice. I gained useful therapeutic techniques that clients can see and feel an immediate difference!” (Janet)
“What a wonderful class! John Ray teaches the principles of Dr. Camden Clay in a fun and easy to learn manner. I know this will help me, my family, friends and clients. Thank you for another great class!” (Gina)
“The instructor was very organized and had a great teaching style. Lots of material to cover and he covered everything and then some. Great sense of humor, and was very understandable and incredible…One of the best classes I’ve ever taken. Lots of information to digest.” (Rehea)
“I really enjoyed the demonstrations and opportunity to participate in class. John Ray is very good at teaching new information. I will go home able to use this knowledge immediately with clients. John is a very understanding, caring, capable instructor.” (Katherine)
“I liked the materials (handouts, books) and other tools available for class instruction and personal use at a reasonable price. John J. Ray is the best massage CEU teacher I have encountered in the past 19+ years. Material covered in a comprehensive manner with repetition of verbal and performing techniques, handouts easy to follow.” (Marty)
“This was an amazing and wonderful class. I will be able to incorporate all of these techniques in my personal and professional life. John is an amazing instructor. He takes the time to make sure everyone gets what he has to offer.” (Sheila)
“This was a great hands on class. The continued activity and practice helped solidify the learning. This is a very effective training with very useable techniques that can make a difference. This is one of my favorite all time classes.” (Maria)
“I liked that there was lots of hands-on work in this class, with a focus on self care and the importance of body mechanics. It was helpful to learn the contributing modalities that inform and enhance the quick self fixes. I enjoyed seeing how these effective techniques overlap.” (Alexa)
“I liked John’s use of visual aids accompanied with his verbal teachings. I enjoyed the hands-on learning and demonstrations too! Actually being able to try each fix, then receive those fixes was great! I appreciate John’s dedication to his work and thoughtfulness.” (Leslie)
“I like that this was very organized, professional, entertaining, energetic & original. Thanks, I learned a lot, and it was extremely helpful.” (Mary)
“There was plenty of instruction and hands on with help. It was a great class. I know this will help my clients on Monday morning. Thank you…” (Tom)
“I liked that it was easy to understand and apply. Plenty of time to practice and ask questions. I cant wait to use it when I get home! Thank you for your enthusiasm & passion to teach us and share your wealth of knowledge!” (John)
“John presented in a clear concise sequence. The extra sheets of fixes (cheat sheets) will give us instant access to work on family and clients…Wonderful class…It was quite delightful!” (Vicky)
“There were things we learned that I actually felt I would use on a daily basis. I’m glad to learn how to keep from getting injured…Thanks for doing this class! It was needed.” (Karra)
“John gave great information with plenty of hands on training, which was engaging and interesting. The flow of the class was wonderful! John is very knowledgeable and is a great communicator! I always walk away with valuable tools to use in my massage practice!” (Dennis)
“No matter how many continuing education hours and years of massage, I ALWAYS learn something from John. I like the way he moves through the material yet always makes everything clear. Thank you John!” (Eliza)
“John is very knowledgeable about the subject matter and does an excellent job explaining the techniques. I love the hands on time practicing what we learn.” (Nancy)
“The self fixes were amazing! To see the differences in strength after using the self fixes techniques was mind boggling. I will definitely use these techniques on my self, my clients, friends, and family. I think this class would benefit any therapist. Thank you for this awesome class! (Anonymous)
“In John’s classes you actually learn! He doesn’t speak over your head, everything that you learn is useable, and the handouts he uses are VERY effective material. I will continue to get all my CEU’s from John. (Anonymous)
“John is an excellent teacher and I loved the material. I will use these techniques everyday!” (Anonymous)
“John always does an amazing job of explaining the techniques and how to make them applicable.” (Anonymous)
“What I really liked about my learning experience in this class was the techniques applicable to client and therapist, and then the instructor’s calm presence.” (Candy)
“John is a very good instructor. This is my first time taking one of John’s classes and I am very interested in taking more. I feel that he goes over information in a way that helps me remember the information, along with class participation.” (Anonymous)
“John’s class is very detailed and useful for me, as a massage therapist, and for my clients in every day life and for problem areas. I love the one on one teaching and the class interaction. It is very helpful in learning the techniques and information. I always enjoy John Ray’s classes. They are always so informative and useful for my practice. The classes are also so affordable and convenient to get all of the 18 hours of CE training in a weekend.” (Anonymous)
“It’s wonderful to be able to help myself as a therapist. John is very thorough and easy to understand.” (Anonymous)
“John is knowledgeable and thorough. I enjoyed how John gives you a lot of information and practice time to learn it.” (Anonymous)
“This is an excellent class. It is especially helpful for opening tight, congested areas in the body– facilitating movement in the fascia, muscle, and bones. I feel so much better after using the self fixes and know that they will benefit my health even more over long term use. They will be helpful for clients as well…John is an engaging and gifted teacher. We are blessed to have him living and teaching in this area of the country.” (Anonymous)
“I liked the time to connect with one another, the transparency on source of material, excellent handouts, great balance with discussion & hands-on practice, humor and fun…Thank you for the chance to try new things and your organization, timeliness and your ability to lead the class.” (Anonymous)
“What I liked about my learning experience in this class, I was quickly able to learn how I can help myself and show others how to help themselves…Very thorough! I always love taking Ray of Light classes and am always able to incorporate my learning into practice for myself and others.” (Anonymous)
“I liked the ease of how John taught the class. Also his knowledge of the different muscles and his life experiences that have helped him to become a good teacher. He has SO much informative material that I will use for a long time for muscle balancing and joint stabilization…This by far has been the BEST CEU I have taken in a while.” (Anonymous)
“In this class I liked how John explains things as he was talking. His use of visual aids on the projector to reinforce his teachings was a HUGE help for me, as English is not my first language.” (Anonymous)
“I loved the self fix procedures that can help you as well as clients. He was very informative and very knowledgeable about this class, and he has taught me a lot.” (Anonymous)
“This was a great workshop! I liked the hands on practice and explanation of the benefits of the teachings. Significant work!” (Anonymous)
“John is very good at explaining and demonstrating the tests and quick fixes in this class. These techniques will be essential for self care.” (Anonymous)
“John knew what he was talking about and was able to show us how the techniques actually worked. He explained it all very well!” (Anonymous)
“I enjoyed the demonstrations and the interactive format of this class.” (Anonymous)
“I liked that there were lots of modalities to incorporate together in this training. I liked all the hands on training and seeing how the quick fixes work.” (Anonymous)
“John is extremely knowledgeable, organized, and presents the information in a way that facilitates comprehension and retention of the materiel and tools being taught. I enjoyed how John integrates research and his sources into the class. He obviously knows a great deal about what he is teaching!” (Anonymous)
“This class had very organized and precise information that was explained in detail with hands on methods. I also enjoyed the handouts which were a good visual learning tool. The refresher on anatomy and kinesiology helped me get back into the grove of things. John is the best CEU instructor and this was the best CEU class ever!! I am going to practice these techniques which will make my job easier.” (Anonymous)
“This was a great class. John is always well prepared and i love that he has visual aids as well as hands-on participation. Everything is broken down into easy to understand instructions.” (Anonymous)