Massage School Administrators
We are pleased that you are considering Goldeen MFR Teaching Series for a presentation at your school. If you have received our email promoting these classes, a representative will be contacting you to see if our offerings would be right for your school or institution.
Keep in mind that the formats and time frames of classes can, to some extent be modified to fit your scheduling and formatting needs.
Please read through the materials below. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Goldeen MFR.
Goldeen MFR Teaching Series classes are applicable for beginning massage students, as well as advanced students seeking to broaden their professional repertoire. Additionally, the three core classes: Intro to MFR, Thoracic/Cervical Spine and Lumber Spine/Pelvis are approved by the NCBTMB for Continuing Educational Credit for those potential students in your area whose field may require them. The
NCBTMB approval can open a whole new avenue of potential classes offered by your institution.
In addition to the three part series, "MFR for Professionals", we also offer Skill Enhancement and Advance MFR/Somatic Release for those students who have either taken basic MFR from other instructors or have completed all three of the "MFR for Professionals" classes.
Below you will find a short description of the class formats, along with David's curriculum vitae and references.
If you are interested in having David teach at your school, please complete and send us the downloadable PDF form below, left.
We will be able to gather important information to help us meet your needs.
For questions regarding classes feel free to contact David by phone 480-787-1897 or email Goldeen MFR.
Keep in mind that the formats and time frames of classes can, to some extent be modified to fit your scheduling and formatting needs.
Please read through the materials below. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Goldeen MFR.
Goldeen MFR Teaching Series classes are applicable for beginning massage students, as well as advanced students seeking to broaden their professional repertoire. Additionally, the three core classes: Intro to MFR, Thoracic/Cervical Spine and Lumber Spine/Pelvis are approved by the NCBTMB for Continuing Educational Credit for those potential students in your area whose field may require them. The
NCBTMB approval can open a whole new avenue of potential classes offered by your institution.
In addition to the three part series, "MFR for Professionals", we also offer Skill Enhancement and Advance MFR/Somatic Release for those students who have either taken basic MFR from other instructors or have completed all three of the "MFR for Professionals" classes.
Below you will find a short description of the class formats, along with David's curriculum vitae and references.
If you are interested in having David teach at your school, please complete and send us the downloadable PDF form below, left.
We will be able to gather important information to help us meet your needs.
For questions regarding classes feel free to contact David by phone 480-787-1897 or email Goldeen MFR.

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Class Format Options:
Introduction to MFR: This class provides an overview of the bio/physiological phenomenon that is the fascia. Practitioners will learn foundational MFR techniques, client assessment, and more.
2-Day Class - Can be held on weekends only
Thoracic/Cervical Spine: Students will learn assessment techniques both postural and through palpitation. Emphasis will also be on communication with the client. The level of success in treating this area depends greatly on therapist and client's working together to treat the issue, but also to discern what lifestyle activities or stresses may be contributing to the fascial restrictions.
3 days / 24hrs. Class - Can be held on weekends only
Lumber Spine/Pelvis: The primary focus of this class in on the pelvis. Pelvis torsion and misalignment are common and widely varied in presentation and symptoms. Pelvic interfacing muscle groups will be discussed in lecture and demonstration, along with hands-on work during lab portions. Techniques for treating low back muscle and bone groups, as well as the sacrum, coccyx, hip flexors and soas, are included in this class. 3 days / 24hrs. Class - Can be held on weekends only
All 3 classes can be taught as a weeklong series
Pricing: The pricing for the Goldeen MFR Teaching Series will vary depending on the location of your school or institution and the potential number of registered students. A range of 30%-70% of the total enrollment, as well as the price per student will be negotiated based on enrollment expectations, travel expenses and a price point that works well for the school.
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David Goldeen LMT,BCTMB - Curriculum Vitae
Education:
General Education, AA Degree Columbia Jr. Collage 1979-1981
Ornamental Horticulture, California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo, CA 1982-1986
Massage Practitioner Program, Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA 11/1986
Toastmaster International, Member 2011-2012
Certifications and License:
Massage Practitioner 1987 Esalen Institute Big Sur, CA 11/1987
Certified Massage Therapist - #85180 State of California 2015
Licensed Massage Therapist- MT-24941 State of Arizona 2018
Approved Provider NCBTMB - #230
BCTMB - #858052
Employment:
Esalen Massage, Self-Employed-San Luis Obispo County 1987-1999
Goldeen Myofascial Release, Self-Employed-San Luis Obispo County 1999-2017
Mindbodyonline Inc, Independent contractor, In-house therapist 2010-2016
Goldeen Myofascial Release, Self-Employed-Scottsdale, Arizona 2018 - to present
Teaching Positions:
Myofascial Release Classes 2011 - Present
Private Classes 2011- Present
Faculty, California Holistic Institute, San Luis Obispo, CA 2011- Present
Assistant Teacher John F. Barnes PT MFR Seminars 09/2012
Continuing Education:
John F. Barnes PT MFR Seminars:
MFR 1 Nov. 1999
Unwinding Nov. 1999
MFR 2 Dec. 1999
Cervical Thoracic Feb. 2000
Skill Enhancement Feb. 2000
Fascial Pelvis Feb. 2000
Rebounding June 2000
Freedom June 2000
Advanced Unwinding June 2000
MFR 3 Oct. 2000
Cervical Thoracic Feb. 2001
Advanced Unwinding June 2002
MFR 3 Oct. 2002
Women’s Health Aug 2006
Seminar
ART Lori Zeltwanger
Fascial Connections Aug. 2014
Myofascial Immersion Jan. 2017
Harbin School of Massage:
Advanced Therapeutic Dec. 2014
Massage
Professional References:
Introduction to MFR: This class provides an overview of the bio/physiological phenomenon that is the fascia. Practitioners will learn foundational MFR techniques, client assessment, and more.
2-Day Class - Can be held on weekends only
Thoracic/Cervical Spine: Students will learn assessment techniques both postural and through palpitation. Emphasis will also be on communication with the client. The level of success in treating this area depends greatly on therapist and client's working together to treat the issue, but also to discern what lifestyle activities or stresses may be contributing to the fascial restrictions.
3 days / 24hrs. Class - Can be held on weekends only
Lumber Spine/Pelvis: The primary focus of this class in on the pelvis. Pelvis torsion and misalignment are common and widely varied in presentation and symptoms. Pelvic interfacing muscle groups will be discussed in lecture and demonstration, along with hands-on work during lab portions. Techniques for treating low back muscle and bone groups, as well as the sacrum, coccyx, hip flexors and soas, are included in this class. 3 days / 24hrs. Class - Can be held on weekends only
All 3 classes can be taught as a weeklong series
Pricing: The pricing for the Goldeen MFR Teaching Series will vary depending on the location of your school or institution and the potential number of registered students. A range of 30%-70% of the total enrollment, as well as the price per student will be negotiated based on enrollment expectations, travel expenses and a price point that works well for the school.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
David Goldeen LMT,BCTMB - Curriculum Vitae
Education:
General Education, AA Degree Columbia Jr. Collage 1979-1981
Ornamental Horticulture, California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo, CA 1982-1986
Massage Practitioner Program, Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA 11/1986
Toastmaster International, Member 2011-2012
Certifications and License:
Massage Practitioner 1987 Esalen Institute Big Sur, CA 11/1987
Certified Massage Therapist - #85180 State of California 2015
Licensed Massage Therapist- MT-24941 State of Arizona 2018
Approved Provider NCBTMB - #230
BCTMB - #858052
Employment:
Esalen Massage, Self-Employed-San Luis Obispo County 1987-1999
Goldeen Myofascial Release, Self-Employed-San Luis Obispo County 1999-2017
Mindbodyonline Inc, Independent contractor, In-house therapist 2010-2016
Goldeen Myofascial Release, Self-Employed-Scottsdale, Arizona 2018 - to present
Teaching Positions:
Myofascial Release Classes 2011 - Present
Private Classes 2011- Present
Faculty, California Holistic Institute, San Luis Obispo, CA 2011- Present
Assistant Teacher John F. Barnes PT MFR Seminars 09/2012
Continuing Education:
John F. Barnes PT MFR Seminars:
MFR 1 Nov. 1999
Unwinding Nov. 1999
MFR 2 Dec. 1999
Cervical Thoracic Feb. 2000
Skill Enhancement Feb. 2000
Fascial Pelvis Feb. 2000
Rebounding June 2000
Freedom June 2000
Advanced Unwinding June 2000
MFR 3 Oct. 2000
Cervical Thoracic Feb. 2001
Advanced Unwinding June 2002
MFR 3 Oct. 2002
Women’s Health Aug 2006
Seminar
ART Lori Zeltwanger
Fascial Connections Aug. 2014
Myofascial Immersion Jan. 2017
Harbin School of Massage:
Advanced Therapeutic Dec. 2014
Massage
Professional References:
- Ardeshir Talieh M.D. - (805) 305-8100
- Brent Trockman D.C. - (805) 591-9780
- Kourosh Bagheri M.D. - (805) 781-9111
- Linda Sleeter - Holistic Nurse - (805) 481-2912
- Mark Eckert M.D. - (805) 704-6798
- Marian Martinho - (805) 423-3017
- Lori Zeltwanger P.T. - (928) 821-3749
- Mary Beth Corbin C.M.P. (804) 441-0791
- Rick Stollmeyer CEO Mindbody - (805) 441-4913
- Marc Johnston D.C. (805) 541-2727
- Carol Davis D.P.T., EdD., M.S., F.A.P.T.A. - (305) 740-6001
- Kyle Collins D.C.- (480) 699-3086