The LMT Refinery - Minnesota

Ashiatsu & Barefoot Massage Classes and Training for Continuing Education

NCBTMB Approved Provider

Minnesota Barefoot Massage Training Hub

The LMT Refinery’s Minnesota Barefoot Massage Hub is located in Duluth, Minnesota and led by instructor Mary Easterday, LMT. Mary teaches our 3-Day Intro to Barefoot Massage class, a live, hands-on, NCBTMB-approved continuing education course for licensed massage therapists.

Designed for therapists who are new to Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage or want to strengthen their foundation, this 24 CE-hour class teaches you how to use the feet as a practical, approachable tool for deep, effective bodywork. You will learn body mechanics, overhead bar use, safety, client positioning, and full-body barefoot massage techniques you can immediately bring into practice.

While Minnesota does not currently require continuing education for massage therapists, Mary is passionate about helping therapists who believe in continually growing their skills and delivering the highest quality bodywork. She is committed to being ready when the tides change and to supporting Minnesota therapists who invest in their education because they care deeply about their clients and craft.

In addition to barefoot massage, Mary is highly knowledgeable in cupping and nutrition, bringing a well-rounded perspective to the classroom. She has a calm, caring presence, a gentle sense of humor, and consistently goes above and beyond to make students feel comfortable, supported, and confident. Mary currently teaches our Intro to Barefoot Massage class in Minnesota.

Mary’s classes are taught in small groups with plenty of individual attention, making Duluth a welcoming place to learn whether you are brand new to barefoot massage or already have experience. Students often appreciate the combination of practical instruction, supportive feedback, and the warm, encouraging environment Mary creates.

Located in Northern Minnesota along the shore of Lake Superior, Duluth offers a beautiful and inspiring setting for therapists traveling from throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Midwest.

What our students are saying…

“I was fortunate enough to take the first barefoot massage class offered in Minnesota with Mary, and I was blown away! My capacity to learn expanded so much in just 3 days, my confidence as a massage therapist has grown, and I am so excited to offer barefoot massage in my own practice. I am so grateful to have learned from such an incredible massage therapist and instructor. Thank you!”

-Olivia W., student