One-Day Hands-On Certification Workshop

Discover how to integrate modern cupping therapy into your clinical practice to help reduce pain, improve mobility, and support faster recovery for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.

This intensive hands-on workshop is designed for health and movement professionals who want practical skills they can immediately apply with clients and patients. Throughout the day, you will learn how to safely and effectively use cupping therapy as part of a treatment plan for common upper and lower body dysfunctions.

Participants will leave with a strong understanding of cupping principles, treatment applications, contraindications, and condition-specific protocols — while gaining the confidence to incorporate cupping into their daily practice.

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What You Will Learn

Foundations of Cupping Therapy

• Types of cupping and their applications
• Safety guidelines and contraindications
• How and when to apply cupping
• Understanding cupping marks and color interpretation
• Treatment sequencing and integration into manual therapy sessions

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Upper Body Applications & Conditions

Learn assessment considerations and cupping applications for:

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Frozen Shoulder
• Hyperkyphosis
• Hyperlordosis
• Scoliosis
• Tennis & Golfer’s Elbow
• Tension Headaches
• Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
• SI Joint Dysfunction
• Whiplash
• Scapular Winging

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Lower Body Applications & Conditions

Treatment strategies for:

• IT Band, Hip & Hamstring Contractures
• Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
• Lateral & Medial Meniscus Issues
• Piriformis Syndrome
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Sprains & Strains

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Who This Workshop Is For

This course is ideal for:

• Massage Therapists
• Physiotherapists
• Physical Therapists
• Manual Osteopaths
• Chiropractors
• Personal Trainers
• Fitness Coaches
• Structural Integration Practitioners
• Rolfers
• Rehabilitation & Movement Professionals

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Instructor

Grace So

Advanced Massage Therapy Practitioner | Manual Osteopath | Reflexologist

Grace So has built a successful private practice in Scarborough and has facilitated over 170 workshops across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Known for her practical teaching style and extensive clinical experience, Grace brings a deep understanding of musculoskeletal dysfunction and hands-on treatment techniques.

She is also featured as one of the speakers in the award-winning documentary “The Cure: An Inside Job”, recipient of the Best Health Film Award at the 2025 Cannes World Film Festival, along with 11 additional international awards.

We are excited to have Grace teach this new Cupping Course and share her extensive knowledge of the body, rehabilitation, and manual treatment approaches. You will leave the workshop feeling confident using cupping therapy as a powerful tool within your clinical practice.

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Workshop Details

• Date: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026
• Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Investment: $450
• Bonus: Professional cupping set included with registration

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Why Take This Course?

• Hands-on practical training
• Learn immediately applicable treatment techniques
• Improve treatment outcomes for common pain conditions
• Expand your clinical skillset
• Small group interactive learning environment
• Taught by an experienced international educator

Register today and add an effective, in-demand therapy technique to your practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is cupping therapy?

Cupping therapy is a manual treatment technique that uses suction cups to improve circulation, release fascial restrictions, reduce muscle tension, and support recovery from musculoskeletal dysfunctions.

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Who can take this cupping course?

This workshop is designed for:

• Massage Therapists
• Physiotherapists
• Manual Osteopaths
• Chiropractors
• Personal Trainers
• Fitness Professionals
• Rehabilitation Practitioners

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Is a cupping set included?

Yes, a professional cupping set is included with registration.

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Will this course include hands-on practice?

Yes, this is a practical hands-on workshop where participants will learn and practice cupping techniques throughout the day.

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What conditions will be covered?

Participants will learn applications for:

• Frozen Shoulder
• Plantar Fasciitis
• IT Band Syndrome
• Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
• Whiplash
• Tension Headaches
• Scoliosis
• Tennis Elbow
• Piriformis Syndrome
• And more

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Where is the workshop located?

Toronto, Ontario
100 Tempo Ave, North York, Ontario