It depends on your goals and how you like to learn.

Sarga 101 is packed with essential barefoot myofascial techniques and builds into a complete 90‑minute full‑body session. You’ll leave with plenty to practice before it becomes second nature and it's a complete system that will wow your clients..

Sarga 102 moves at a fast pace, introducing advanced techniques you can integrate into your existing Sarga practice. This class adds more tools, but it does not teach a set protocol, so be ready to adapt it to what you’ve already learned.

Some students take 101 and 102 back-to-back to save on travel and budget, while others prefer to master 101 first and return for 102 later. Many who take both classes together end up taking 102 again, as it can be a lot of information to absorb in one trip. However, every student is different and some students take to it very quickly. 

Retake discounts are always available.

If travel, time, or budget is limited, start with 101. You’ll be fully equipped to deliver incredible barefoot sessions, and 102 will be here when you’re ready.

Sarga 101 is physically demanding and will challenge you, especially if you are new to barefoot work. You will be moving around the outer perimeter of the table, learning to balance in the Sarga fabric, all while applying massage techniques through your feet which may feel unfamiliar at first.

It is not usually easy for anyone at first, but it is absolutely achievable with an open mind and focused effort. Keep in mind that class is the beginning of your journey and when you practice it at home is where you'll become refined. Interestingly, there is no way to predict who will take to it naturally. Sometimes seasoned Ashiatsu therapists struggle, while complete beginners surprise us by picking it up quickly.

The challenge is part of the reward. Most students find that pushing through it is what makes the skills stick and sets them up for long term success.

Yes. Sarga 101 is physically active and requires good balance, core strength, and lower‑body stability. At minimum, you should be able to balance on one leg for 60 seconds, hold a plank for 1 minute, complete 3 sets of 10-20 basic squats or lunges, and do light cardio for 10–15 minutes without stopping. If you’re not there yet, you can usually build this strength between now and class. 

For those who are above 225, a floor-based class may be a better option. This is where the shiatsu-cables on the massage table are released to lowered the table to its frame. 

The Sarga silks allow practitioners to generate more force beyond bodyweight which is why this precaution is necessary for safety of students and preservation of equipment. 

Class is always better with a friend. 

If you enroll with another massage therapist you already know in the same class, I will apply a $75 on your final tuition payment.

Complete enrollment and then let me know who your friend is as soon as possible.

Yes. For your safety and the comfort of the group, we ask that you postpone training if you are currently pregnant or have suffered any contagious condition of the foot or skin that could impact your ability to give or receive work. If you’re recovering from a recent injury, surgery, or significant health event, please contact us before registering so we can help determine the best timing for you.