National Conference for Reflexology Practitioners August 30–September 1

The National Conference for Reflexology and Bodywork Practitioners is a two-and-a-half-day conference devoted to designing, maintaining, and growing reflexology practitioners’ businesses. Whether you are a recent graduate or have been in the field for over a decade, this conference is for you. Conference presenters are fluent in technology, marketing, body mechanics, and hand and thumb health, and participants will have access to the presenters during breakout sessions to refine what was taught in the general session. 

The conference will take place August 30–September 1, 2019, at the Maritime Conference Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Classes will include hands on guidance on building your own website, body mechanics, and social media marketing. The conference also includes business topics like designing your practice, financing, and more content that applies to reflexologists and bodyworkers alike.

For more information, visit www.nationalreflexologyconference.com.  

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