Modern Cupping Therapy©
3-Day Fundamentals and 1-Day Lymph Drainage Cupping Course
September 15-17, 2023, Markham
Testimonials
“I would and have already recommend this course to others! I see it as a great tool to add to my repertoire as a therapist. Something that was different about this course from others I think was the lymphatic drainage component to the course, as well as the infra-red imaging. It was great to see the vasodilation effect that cups have on the body.” – Alaina Berger, RMT.
“It was a great experience to review and re-learn cupping techniques, as well as different methods and ways to use the cups, especially the silicon cups. I also appreciated the precautions and troubleshooting methods related to dealing with three different types of cups. Initially, I had only intended to take the material from the last day, which focused on lymph drainage techniques combined with cupping. However, I’m glad I signed up for the entire three-day course instead. As a massage therapist practicing in Toronto, I found the course incredibly valuable.”
“I have already started benefiting monetarily from this cupping technique that I learned in the course. By introducing it to my practice right after taking the course, my patients are absolutely mesmerized by the tremendous effects. They report feeling much more ‘organized’ both physically and even emotionally after each session. One standout benefit is that the cupping techniques from the course are very effective for knot removal in any muscles in the body. This has been a game-changer in my practice, and my patients have noticed significant improvements in their muscle tension and overall well-being.”
“Our instructor, Shannon, is a highly skilled individual with cheerful, driven, and motivated characteristics. Her accommodating and accepting demeanor was truly inspiring in some ways, and it made me reflect on my own attitude towards people when they challenge my own thesis or general ideas.”
“The other staff members were also very friendly and attentive, always ready to meet any student’s needs, both in class and outside the class via Zoom. I wholeheartedly recommend this cupping course from OPIS to anyone in the healthcare field. I’m looking forward to and can’t wait to take the elective courses next year already!”
Course Description
This 3-Day MCT© Fundamentals Combination Course offers further education into the world of therapeutic cupping including Fundamentals and Torso, Upper and Lower Extremities, and Lymphatic Drainage. 1-Day Lymphatic Drainage Course is also available.
Eligible for 8.4 CEUs by
15
September
Fundamentals
and Torso
DAY 1 – FUNDAMENTALS OF MCT
Fundamentals and Torso: Includes the history of cupping, the physiological responses, therapeutic benefits and safety and contraindications (esp. torso)
Learn to Treat: Overall back tension and stress relief, neck and shoulder tension, low back pain
Abdominal conditions (including constipation, acid reflux)
16
September
Upper and
Lower extremities
DAY 2 – FUNDAMENTALS OF MCT
Upper and Lower extremities: Includes discussing responses to cupping, safety & contraindications (esp. extremities)
Learn to Treat: Upper Extremities (including frozen shoulder, elbow problems, carpal tunnel syndrome)
Lower extremities (including sciatica, IT band and thigh muscles, plantar fasciitis)
17
September
Lymphatic Drainage
DAY 3 – THERAPEUTIC CUPPING FOR LYMPH DRAINAGE
Lymphatic Drainage: Includes lymphatic system overview, therapeutic benefits of cupping for lymphatic drainage, and full body lymphatic drainage applications
Learn to Treat: Lymphatic drainage applications (including inflammation, athletic performance, cellulite)
Head congestion (including TMJD & sinuses)
Instructor

Shannon Gilmartin
CMT, CMCE, CMLDT
Shannon Gilmartin, CMT, co-founding owner of Modern Cupping Therapy Education Company, is a Licensed and Nationally Certified Massage Therapist (2000), Certified Modern Cupping Therapy Practitioner and Educator, and Certified Manual Lymph Drainage Practitioner. In addition to her focus in therapeutic cupping, she has over twenty years of experience in bodywork, including: manual lymph drainage, medical massage, myofascial release, neuromuscular, craniosacral, soft tissue injury rehabilitation, Thai massage, and visceral manipulation. She has taught all over the United States and abroad, including Canada, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Ireland, Italy, and Puerto Rico (US). Shannon owns a private practice in Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA.
Shannon has authored ‘The Guide to Modern Cupping Therapy: A Step-by-Step Source for Vacuum Therapies,’ has been published in MASSAGE Magazine, Massage Today, online interviews with ‘Bodywork Buddy,’ ‘The Juice Guru,’ and ‘The Donna Seebo Show,’ lectured at CKHD Sports Medicine conference, AMTA conventions, and hosted live webinars with Lhasa Oms and Kamwo herbs.
Shannon is also very passionate about her work with charitable organizations, including Global Healthworks Foundation, Homes of Hope Orphanage system, and Surfers Healing.
Modern Cupping Therapy Education Company is nationally recognized as a continuing education provider in the United States and Canada by the NCBTMB for massage therapists, the NCCAOM and California Board of Acupuncture for acupuncturists, the BOC for athletic trainers, the CATA for athletic therapists, as well as many state-specified physical therapy and occupational boards.
3-Day Course
Fundamental of Modern Cupping Therapy©
Therapeutic Cupping for Lymphatic Drainage
$810
(HST not included)
1-Day Course
Therapeutic Cupping for Lymphatic Drainage
$305
(HST not included)
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Refund Policy
100% – 60 or more days before the event
50% – 31 – 60 days before the event
0% – less than 30 days before the event
Should the course be cancelled by Opis Supplies, full refunds will be made 2 weeks before the start date.
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Toll-Free: 1.877.475.8344
Monday - Friday: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
70 Esna Park Dr. Unit 3
Markham ON L3R 6E7 Canada