Who We Are
Welcome to the Institute of Psycho-Structural Balancing (IPSB).  We have been teaching holistic bodywork in the greater Los Angeles community since 1979.  Our distinctively unique massage training which integrates body mind therapies with masterful body mechanics, continues to maintain IPSB’s tradition as a distinct leader in massage training.
In our environment rich with the opportunity for self-discovery and transformation, we equip every student with the best tools available to excel at a lasting and fruitful career as a therapeutic body worker.

The IPSB Experience
Our unique training opens the door to increased awareness of our own body, heart and mind, through the process of learning therapeutic massage and bodywork in a dynamic and innovative program. No matter what walk of life you are coming from, the IPSB experience of looking at the body is equally new for all.  By approaching the body holistically, uncovering how our unique perspectives and experiences of life manifest in our physical form, an enlightening growth process unfolds that is personal and expansive.  This new sense of self takes root with the practice of Tai Chi Ch’uan as the foundational movement giving us a tool for developing strength, flexibility, and a shared inner tranquility between practitioner and client. Our classes are safe, supportive, compassionate environments where authenticity and individual excellence are inspired by the learning process. When we learn to touch in a conscious and fully connected way touching the body touches the soul.

Our Philosophy
At the Institute of Psycho-structural Balancing we believe that by touching the body consciously the transformation of an entire being occurs and ripples out into the world.  Our name encompasses our approach which honors the harmonizing of the whole: body, mind, and spirit in all aspects of our curriculum as well as our teaching modalities.  We are committed to training sensitive compassionate individuals who practice the massage technique with an artistry that profoundly touches the lives of others and brings lasting personal and professional fulfillment.

Our Programs
The 150-hour Technician training is the introduction to the field of massage and bodywork.  It is the beginning of the self-exploration process and is the building block for further studies. The program focuses on the traditional style of circulatory massage and includes T’ai Chi Ch’uan, body psychology, anatomy/physiology, joint mobilization, energy balancing, business practices, and an introduction to deep work.  At the end of this course, a Certificate of Completion is presented.

The 550-hour Massage Therapist training provides in-depth experience to bodywork techniques. By pursuing this course of study the student gains increased sensitivity and more understanding of the psycho-structural process that shapes the body and mind.  It includes detailed studies of anatomy, physiology and soft tissue therapy.  This program prepares one to have a rewarding and successful career as a Therapeutic Massage Therapist.  A Certificate of Completion will be presented.

Year-Round Learning
Our programs are available year-round, including daytime, evening, intensive and weekend course schedules designed to accommodate part or full-time students and professionals seeking continuing education. Our friendly and knowledgeable admissions staff is available to answer all your questions and assist you with the application/enrollment process.  We also offer payment plans to address your tuition needs.

Please contact us at (310) 342-7130
or
Join us at an Open House event and discover
the IPSB Experience in-person and explore your next steps
in becoming a compassionate massage therapist who practices
with an artistry that profoundly touches the lives of others.

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• Enrollment Application
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