Despite the treacherous weather, about 200 massage therapists throughout Kentucky (and some from Ohio and Indiana) enjoyed the 2008 annual KY chapter of AMTA's convention. I did about 40 complimentary 15 minute massages at the Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy booth. Clients raved about the pressure and loved the smooth feel of the deep tissue massage.

Thanks to all who joined us at the convention to make it a huge success.

Tomorrow we're heading down to Lexington, KY for the Kentucky chapter AMTA convention. The weather is expected to be rotten between Cincinnati and Lexington, with snow, sleet and ice accumulating up to a possible 8".

If you're brave enough to travel in snow, please drive carefully. I'll be doing Ashiatsu demonstrations for free to any massage therapist who wants to learn about this deep tissue massage style. The convention runs on Saturday 10-2, 4-9 and on Sunday from 8-1:30. Please visit the KY AMTA website for more info.

We have just one space available in the March 29 Fusion-Blend class and two spots for Deepfeet 2. Now's the time to sign up, Ashiatsu grads, if you want advanced classes. Our Barefoot Anterior/Side-Lying on March 26 has 4 openings.

I usually only teach advanced classes in the Midwest twice a year. Next time will probably be in September.

The Kentucky chapter of AMTA (American Massage Therapy Association) will be having it's annual conference in Lexington this year. The conference will be held at the Crowne Plaza Campbell House on Saturday and Sunday, March 8-9, 2008.

Local vendors from both Kentucky and Ohio, as well as nationally known educators, will be present to show off wares and more.

My assistant Naomi and I will be there with Ashiatsu bars giving out free demonstrations all weekend. Well, actually, only I will do the demonstrations as she's only 12. Hope to see you there!

Barefoot Basics class for the end of March is almost full! If you are interested in learning Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy in the Midwest, give me a call. We won't be offering class again until May. That class is scheduled for May 15-17, and Barefoot Anterior/Side-Lying will be held on May 18.

Our class held this week in Denver was fabulous, and the weather couldn't have been more beautiful. Thanks to all the therapists (especially those from Omaha, NE) for making the trip!