Robin became a licensed massage therapist in Washington State in 2000. In 2002 she became one of the first people to be licensed as an equine massage therapist In Washington State.
During her years as a massage therapist, Robin took extensive training in Eastern modalities such as Thai yoga massage, Shiatsu and Reiki. Eastern medicine and culture have held a special place in Robin’s heart since 1989 when she lived in Thailand.
Robin’s first experience with massage was in Thailand in 1989. During her time in Bangkok, she visited Wat Pho (the Temple of the Reclining Buddha) many times to receive Thai massage. It was at that time that she became determined to eventually learn this exotic healing modality.
After taking several continuing education credits from local Thai massage teachers, Robin began studying Thai massage with Eric Spivack at Soaring Crane Massage School. Eric offers a challenging and intensive approach to teaching Thai massage. Over many months and with a great deal of practice, Robin was able to achieve a competency level for this modality. Robin continues her studies at Soaring Crane when continuing education is required for licensing.
Tai Chi and Qigong came into Robin’s life in the 1990’s. Her interest in Qigong was reawakened this year. Robin completed a 200 hour teaching certification through the Qigong Awareness Training Program, with Master David Coon in 2023.
Robin has a daily Qigong practice and teaches Qigong at Bliss Yoga Studio in Monroe. Robin also practices yoga several times a week.
