6-day Pregnancy Massage Course – 42CEUS
Only 8 spots — secure yours with a $200. Deposit is non-refundable & includes the online fundamentals course.
Chula Linda Gemignani, CMT
Chula is the founder of Dynamic Fascial Response® (DFR), a seasoned bodyworker and instructor known for her nurturing, results-driven approach that blends somatic techniques with advanced modalities to help practitioners build skill, confidence, and thriving practices.
Fundamental Knowledge For The Pregnancy Massage Specialist
The prerequisite for this course is to take our fundamentals course online (Free with registration). Once registered you will receive a coupon code for access. This is the only part of the course that is 90% reading material. It will take approximately 2 hours to complete. Complete BEFORE coming to Day 1.
Access the prerequisite course here →Side-lying Massage for Hip and Low Back Release
Side-lying massage for hip and low back release with DFR bodywork plus semi-reclined for correcting gait, massaging a pregnant belly and addressing round ligament issues.
16 CEUsIntraoral Work for TMJD, Anterior Unwinding
Intraoral work for TMJD, anterior unwinding for neck, shoulders, carpal tunnel.
8 CEUsDFR Labor Stimulation Session and Labor Support
Learn the DFR Labor Stimulation Session and Labor Support. Practice Day for the Live Exam.
8 CEUsAdvanced DFR Bodywork and Postpartum Massage
Learn Advanced DFR Bodywork and Postpartum Massage. The steps you learn can be applied to all clientele.
8 CEUsLive Exam, Q and A
Live Exam 9am-2pm
Part 2: Oct. 10, 11, 12 from 9AM–6PM · Part 3: Oct 17, 18 from 9AM–6PM · Oct 19 exam 10AM–2PM
Only professionals (massage therapists, doulas, midwives, chiropractors, physical therapists and nurses) will be accepted as students. Some exceptions of students currently enrolled in a recognized program and professionals working in other manual therapies may be considered.
If you are not able to attend the full in-person 6-Day Course, you may attend individual segment days.
Each class is 8 CEUs. Taking all six classes earns you 42 CEUs and a dual completion award in DFR and Pregnancy Massage.
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Cancellation / Refund Policy
No Refund on "save my seat" deposit for the Full Pregnancy Massage Training. This deposit includes free lifetime access to the online fundamentals course.
Cancellations of at least 30 days prior to start date, before event receive 50% refund on the course purchase minus the 200.00 deposit in the case of the 6 day course.
Cancellations less than 30 days prior may receive credit to an online course subject to approval.
Due to limited attendance and availability, we cannot guarantee refunds for attendee cancellation requests. Under no circumstances will we be responsible for refunds for airline, hotel, or car reservations.
Physical Demands of This Course
This course requires significant manual dexterity. It requires strength and stamina for standing while working on another body that keeps up at a classroom pace. If you feel that physical or cognitive challenge of this does not meet your needs we have private or home study courses which may be a better fit. Some students may have disabilities or learning differences that might make the course challenging, even with the home study option. If you have potential disabilities or learning differences, please reach out with specific questions so that we can assist you in your decision making process.
Photos and Video
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Student Pledge
To be accepted into this course all students are required to sign a liability waiver and read and agree to the "Student Pledge" and intake. This will be sent to you to fill in upon registration.
Exclusive Benefits
Get expert guidance, practical tools, and earn certificates all in one program.
A comprehensive credential that sets you apart. Earn two Certificates in one program: one in Pregnancy Massage and one in Dynamic Fascial Response®. Valued at $1,450 — enroll now for just $950 with a $500 tuition credit applied if paid before Sept 1.
With this 6-day course, you'll get access to Chula's beautiful video course, which will be a great resource for review. Revisit key concepts and deepen your practice at your own pace.
During your course week, you'll have the opportunity to book a complimentary one-on-one tutoring session with Chula. These personalized sessions provide dedicated support, help clarify any questions, and give you extra confidence as you prepare for your exam.
Chula's beautifully written student handbook contains her wisdom and photos of all DFR steps. The book is not limited to pregnancy massage but also includes advanced DFR bodywork and a section on scoliosis!
This course is a prerequisite for the live training and is included free with registration. It gives you the knowledge and confidence of a pregnancy massage specialist.
One of the best parts of learning DFR is experiencing this supportive, deeply healing bodywork and fascial unwinding firsthand. Many students have had powerful breakthroughs with DFR.
The biggest perk of all is that everything you learn in this course can be applied to all clients, not only pregnant ones. This includes the advanced bodywork woven throughout the entire class.
You can join our practitioner referral directory after completing the course and evaluation.
Reviews
"Chula is a wonderful instructor and highly skilled as a pregnancy/postpartum specialist. Her class was interactive and very engaging from start to end. I'm so glad to receive the training from Chula."
"The philosophy, method and practice of DFR prepared me to deepen my services. It provides massage therapists and birth-workers with a deep well of knowledge and wisdom towards a path of greater confidence to work with the pregnant client."
"Chula is very knowledgeable and passionate. I am extra excited about the labor induction skills that I learned! I feel more confident and well rounded as a therapist."
Home Study Courses
Pregnancy Massage – Home Study Course
DFR Side-Lying Massage for Hip and Low Back Pain
