Student massage clinic at Daytona State open to public

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (Oct. 29, 2008) - With the exception of Thursday, Nov. 27, the student massage clinic at Daytona State College will be open to the public each Thursday through Dec. 11.

Offering full-body, 50-minute Swedish massages under faculty supervision, students in the vocational credit certificate program, gain hands-on experience while clients enjoy the soothing effects of therapeutic massage. A donation of $15 supports the clinic and provides scholarships for students.

Daytona State's Massage Therapy program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to take the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Graduates of this program have pursued careers as massage therapists at spas and reports, physical therapy centers, rehabilitation clinics, and on sports teams.

The massage clinic is open to the public on Thursdays with appointments at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Clients should bring with them two twin sheets (preferably one fitted and one flat), one pillowcase and one large towel. Alternatively, a $5 fee for disposable linens will apply.

The clinic is located in Bldg. 320, Rm. 129 (a.m. appointments) and Rm. 107 (p.m. appointments) on the Daytona Beach Campus at 1200 W. Int'l Speedway Blvd.

Schedule your appointment by calling (386) 506-3229.

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Glyn Johnston, Public Information Officer - Marketing & Communications, (386) 506-4499, johnstg@DaytonaState.edu

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