Imi Testa
Soft Tissue Therapist and Tutor at The ST School
With a career spanning 26 years, Imi Testa’s approach to hands on client care has evolved to seamlessly blend psychologically informed touch with mindful movement-based practices. Her journey began with Holistic Massage, where she developed the core values of person-centered, holistic care — a philosophy still at the essence of her clinical and teaching approaches. Despite being already highly trained and with expertise on her own, Imi decided to study with The ST School to upgrade her qualification to Level 5 Diploma in Soft Tissue Therapy, and she is now a tutor & integral part of content creation for ST School courses. Over her long career, Imi has enriched her practice by learning a broad spectrum of modalities and philosophies, including Evidence Based Hypnotherapy, Feldenkrais Method, Functional Neurology.
“Balance for Life: Enhancing stability in older adults”
Saturday Sep 20th: Breakout Room
15:10 – 15:50
In this practical session, Imi Testa and Sarah Jones, both Soft Tissue Therapists and Tutors at The ST School, will guide you through the crucial role of balance in maintaining independence and preventing falls in older adults. Learn simple, effective exercises designed to boost coordination, strengthen stability and promote confidence in everyday movement. Empower your clients to age gracefully and safely.
“Breakfast Movement Session”
Sunday Sep 21st: Main Theatre
08:45 – 08:45
For those of you who want to begin the day grounded and with clarity join Imi Testa for this short somatic lesson inviting you to notice how you move, and by gently challenging habitual patterns, increasing ease and options of movement.
“Freedom From The Couch: Mat Based Techniques For Massage Therapists”
Sunday Sep 21st: Breakout Room
9:45 – 10:25
A short, practical workshop exploring working on the mat rather than the table and discovering with your “client” how working together, incorporating concepts such as mindfulness, visualisation, bio synchronicity, breath work, rocking and the power of the pause can elevate your practice.
Three key principles you’ll take away:
✨ Experience the benefits of mat-based work for you and your client.
🍲 Learn how to use your own body efficiently for Mat Based work.
💛 Learn mindfulness, visualisation, bio synchronicity, breath work, rocking techniques.
