David enjoys sharing his passion of health and wellness with others. Using integrated techniques from various disciplines each session is uniquely tailored for the individual to optimize benefits. Regardless of any particular treatment modality, David believes that at the core of any session a “healing presence” is required. “Everyone wants to be heard, and through being fully present and listening, the doorway of communication is opened and healing may enter.
David is a certified Asian Body...
David enjoys sharing his passion of health and wellness with others. Using integrated techniques from various disciplines each session is uniquely tailored for the individual to optimize benefits. Regardless of any particular treatment modality, David believes that at the core of any session a “healing presence” is required. “Everyone wants to be heard, and through being fully present and listening, the doorway of communication is opened and healing may enter.
David is a certified Asian Bodywork therapist having graduated from the Atlanta School of Massage. His core training includes Tuina–Chinese medical massage and acupressure, Thai massage, and Shiatsu. He holds licensure for massage and bodywork therapy in both North Carolina and Colorado. Additionally training includes: Craniosacral therapy Level 3 practitioner, Lymphatic drainage techniques, certified Medical Massage Practitioner™, including deep-tissue, NMT and myo-facial release techniques. David holds a Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine which is the core influence to his assessment and navigation of techniques in bodywork.
NC # 15472
Asian Bodyworks
Master of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
Level 3 Practitioner.
This includes deep tissue, NMT, myofacial techniques, integrated sports therapy and stretching. *See also: Medical Massage Practitioner (MMP) & Orthopedic massage.
Thai massage was part of the core studies in the Asian Bodywork program. This therapy include mostly passive stretches with integrated compression techniques and active resistance to benefit joints and help facilitate better range of motions (ROM). Trained under Dr. Camden Clay: http://www.camdenclay.com/
Usui Reiki Master
This includes deep tissue, NMT, myofacial techniques, integrated sports therapy and stretching. *See Medical Massage Practitioner (MMP).
Tuina, or Anmo, is a Chinese system of acupressure & bodywork therapy. Similar to trigger point therapy and sports massage, this system in based on Chinese medical theory and utilizes acupuncture points and meridian systems to create a holistic system of wellness. Balancing yin/yang energies in the body to facilitate homeostasis as well as improve function and alignment of the musculoskeletal systems.
This includes deep tissue, NMT, myofacial techniques, integrated sports therapy and stretching. *See also: Orthopedic massage, Deep Tissue & Medical Massage Practitioner (MMP). Completed in depth medical massage protocols and assessment techniques in course series from LMT Success Group in 2008.
Received instructor certification in 2004 under Master Yun Xiang Tseng. Instructing and coaching individuals in Taichi, qigong and internal alchemy meditation from the lineage of Wudang mountain, China.
Former member and FFIA Wing Chun Association and a Level 5 instructor in Wing Chun gong fu under Sifu Francis Fong. Having trained directly under Sifu Francis Fong and Guro Dan Inasanto for most of his career,, David brings a level of personal cultivation with an integrated martial skill development of the Art and Science of Wing Chun. Other training and influences include: Kali/Silat, Muay Thai, JKD/Jun Fan. Available for private instruction, group classes and workshops.
Civilian Tactical Coach under AMAC tactical and Professor Alan Baker. Striving to bring real-world tactical training to the civilian population. This system is designed to bridge the gap between conventional martial arts systems and real-world scenarios. A great program for seasoned martial artists, security professionals and LEOs as well as beginners who would like to have a strong foundation for the development of skills and awareness.