Spirit is an intuitive massage therapist with a depth of massage techniques. I equally enjoy her Thai and Ashiatsu massages!

Brenda is awesome! I ordered some Ashiatsu brackets online, to be shipped to Denver Colorado.The Indian brackets I wanted were unfortunately sold out, and so Brenda took the set she had from her own studio ceiling, packaged and shipped them to me within 48 hours! They are absolutely beautiful and well-made.Furthermore, she took the time to send me instructions and examples of various installation methods!I’m so glad I found her! Thank you, Brenda!!

Attending the introduction Ashiatsu class with Brenda went beyond my expectation. If you are looking for a class that will challenge and motivate you to try something new, I highly recommend going. The three day class flew by so fast and I’m so excited to bring this into my practice. Brenda’s protocol and teaching techniques are easy to follow, and she is so supportive even when you feel out of your element. I highly recommend this class and know I will book more training in the future!

See! Feel! Do! Repeat! Is not just Brenda’s motto, it is her mantra. This is one of the best trainings I’ve ever attended. The best part is my clients love the modality and my body is stronger and more at peace as a result. I will attend ongoing training with Southwest Ashiatsu whenever possible. I’m so grateful to Brenda for all the coaching and resources. She continues to follow up and provide support across state lines.

Brenda and this class was absolutely wonderful! I am very thankful that I was able to take this class and learn as much as I did. Not only was she great at teaching Ashiatsu but also made me very excited to start incorporating this massage in my work. If you are a therapist wanting to expand your modalities this would be a perfect class to take. Thank you so much!

Brenda was awesome. She is clear & knowledgeable in her instructions / lectures. She is very kind & humble teacher. She is very passionate about Ashiatsu & I was inspired ! I will recommend her class to all massage therapists . Thank you Brenda !

After waiting in anticipation for months, I was finally able to take a class on Ashiatsu Massage!! The instructor, Brenda, was informative, motivating, supportive and taught with great energy and a warm smile. I was amazed how much I enjoyed learning some of the Ashi techniques and look forward to returning for more!! Overall, the experience was amazing! Besides being able to provide a new modality to my clients, I have a new understanding and appreciation for Ashiatsu!! Thank you for your time, talent and energy, Brenda!!

The BEST CE workshop I ever took! Fun, challenging, and Brenda is a phenomenal instructor. She was so patient with us, and the curriculum she used made the skill go from impossible to I think I can really do this! This class was interesting, challenging, and boosts confidence...10/10 would recommend this class!!

I cant say enough good things about Brenda Blakesley. As an Ashiatsu massage therapist, I have been to multiple trainings with various teachers. I have found that my learning experience with Brenda with Southwest Ashiatsu has been phenomenal!! Brendas training is hands down, the most informative, helpful and beneficial. She goes into much more depth about how to deliver this modality safely and effectively. She doesnt overload her classes like a few other teachers have in the past. You dont get lost in the shuffle. You feel like you are getting a lot of individual attention. She is also available for private lessons. I would definitely take her up on it!

I absolutely love taking Brendas classes! She is so patient and very good at explaining how to do everything. Shes an amazing teacher and its so much fun learning from her. I would definitely recommend going to her if youre looking to start or expand your Ashiatsu practice!

I took the Bridge class in 2017 to get some fresh ideas for my treatments. Brendas extensive practice as a provider combined with her teaching expertise truly delivered exactly what I was looking for. If youre thinking about taking a beginners course or refresher, Southwest Ashiatsu is the best!

Brenda is a talented therapist and teacher.She is genuine, patient and has a great sense of humor. Shes very practical and very willing to share her knowledge of this amazing modality. Great class!

Brenda is amazing! I loved the training I took with her in Tuscon; she is so patient and understanding. Not to mention her knowledge base and experience is solid. Cant wait to see her for more ashi training!

I recently took the Ashiatsu Bridge course with Brenda, in Tucson. This was a private class with one other student. I really enjoyed the class and benefitted from all the individual attention. The protocol was outstanding and the learning environment was aesthetic and serene. I unequivocally recommend studying with Brenda!

Wow! What an outstanding class and instructor! Brenda was very knowledgable and professional, and at the same time, provided us with a very warm, comfortable environment to learn this amazing modality. I am looking forward to learning more from her. I would highly recommend Southwest to anyone interested in learning Ashiatsu.

Brenda is a fantastic teacher. She is very thorough and explains in a variety of ways that work for every type of learner. In addition to learning the modality, you will get all the info you need in order to practice ashi on your own (proper equipment set up, tips for marketing yourself, logistics, etc.) Ashiatsu is an amazing modality and Brenda is THE person to learn it from. You can tell she is very passionate about ashi and truly wants everyone to be the best therapist they can. I can not recommend her enough!

This was my first time taking a class with Brenda. She exceeded all of my expectations. She is passionate about Ashiatsu and has done everything she can to learn so much about it. She is an exceptional instructor. On the last day, I worked on her for a little bit. While she was face down, she was able to tell me what position my foot needed to be in and to relax my knee. She knows exactly what Ashiatsu is suppose to feel like, and how we need to look doing it. She is VERY patient and she wants her students to succeed. Now that I am home from class, she still continues to help me. I had such a good time with Brenda and learned so much that I plan on taking as many classes with her as possible.

Best Decision Ever!!! I recently had the opportunity to travel from Cleveland to Tucson to take Ashiatsu Bridge with Brenda. Brenda is an amazing person and amazing teacher! The knowledge she has in Ashiatsu and the human body is incredible. She takes the time to explain everything and shows genuine interest in her students as individuals. Instead of teaching a class, she is teaching us individually and guides us to have the correct set-up, correct body mechanics, etc. She cares so much that she passes on tips and tools to help make Ashi better for us and ultimately our clients. She goes the extra mile and that goes a long way. Oh and the private classes are totally worth it! Having that individual attention combined with her vast knowledge of Ashiatsu was mindblowing! I will definitely be back to take more classes with Brenda!

I have taken 7-8 classes from Brenda over the last 4 years and I cant say enough good things about her! She is hands down the best instructor I have ever worked with, including professors from my B.S. degree in Exercise Science at BYU. She takes time to answer all individual questions and her passion for Ashiatsu massage shines through. She is pushing forward the frontier of the field, traveling to India, Portugal and other countries to make she is providing the best education possible. I have worked with other Ashiatsu practitioners, and Brenda is the most professional, knowledgable and personal. If you have any doubts about taking a class from her, put them aside. I promise it will be the best decision you have ever made.

Brenda is my super hero! I am so appreciative of her flawless integrity and commitment to teaching this work. I have taken several Ashiatsu courses from other providers, but Brendas course really framed the technique for me in a way that is light years beyond what I have previously experienced. If you are on the fence about where to start, look no further. The massage profession is changing rapidly in content and approach with the current research pointing us in a more therapeutic direction. The science is catching up with the magic of what we do and Southwest Ashiatsu is on the leading edge of this exciting trend. Experiencing Ashiatsu this way is like Christmas for 3 days in a row, dont waste your time settling for anything else. Mahalo nui loa Brenda from Maui Academy of Healing Arts!

Brenda is an amazing instructor who delivers high quality, thorough, and engaging material. I was impressed with the introductory ashiatsu class before I even stepped foot in the classroom. Her attention to detail and accuracy throughout the entirety of the class is impressive and makes learning a new and sometimes challenging modality easier. If youre considering learning ashiatsu, I strongly reccomend learning from Southwest Ashiatsu.

Wow! blown away and the knowledge and passion at Southwest Ashiastu with Brenda. These classes and modality are “soles down” the best descision you will ever make. You will never regret taking classes at Southwest Ashiastu with Brenda. Not only is she the best at what she does but she is so willing to share any and all knowledge she has to better all massage therapists. TAKE THESE CLASSES!!!

Front the first hour to last hour everything was clear and concise! Brenda is the ultimate ashiatsu instructor extrodinaire. She helps you so much even if you seem intimidated by everything at first. All I can say is do it It is worth it!!!!I want to train more with Brenda!