Dakota Bodywork CEs
Date/Time
Date(s) - April 11, 2026 - April 12, 2026
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
April 11th – Unwind the mind: headache relief
This class is a game-changer!
Get comfortable with intraoral work and discover gentle, effective techniques for real headache relief.
In this 8 hour CE class, Unwind the Mind: Massage for Headache Relief, you’ll learn to identify the sources of tension, sinus, and migraine pain — and treat them with skill and confidence.
These techniques benefit your clients and your own body, helping you work smarter, not harder.
April 12th – Secrets of the shoulder
Think you’ve tried everything for shoulder tension? Think again.
Sometimes, the real solution lies in the small deep, often-missed muscles that quietly limit mobility and cause chronic discomfort.
Join this 8 hour hands-on CE class to identify and treat those hidden structures — and learn techniques that create lasting, noticeable results for your clients.
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Meet your instructor
With over three decades of experience in the healing arts, JoEllen Dykstra brings a unique and deeply informed perspective to the world of massage therapy and continuing education. After a 30-year career as a Physical Therapist Assistant, JoEllen became a Licensed Massage Therapist and has been in active practice for more than 12 years.
Today, as a nationally certified Continuing Education (CE) provider, she shares her extensive knowledge and clinical insight with massage therapists across four states. JoEllen’s courses are grounded in real-world experience, blending her strong foundation in physical therapy with her passion for bodywork, learning, and professional growth.
Whether you’re a new therapist or a seasoned practitioner, JoEllen is committed to helping you expand your skills and grow in confidence. Her teaching style is approachable, engaging, and deeply rooted in her mission to support others in providing exceptional care.