Polarity and craniosacral therapy are quickly becoming valued modalities by individuals as well as organizations including spas, health and wellness centers, mental health and addiction centers, as well as medical practitioners around the world. Open up your private practice to new clientele or let your certification take you where you most want to go.
Massage therapists, bodyworkers, healing arts practitioners, and anyone interested in stepping into the fascinating world of energy work in an embodied and conscious way.
Elevate your career and boost your professional development by becoming certified as an energy medicine practitioner.
Adding new modalities broadens your client base, and allows you to help more people in more ways.
Work smarter not harder! There is a saying in Polarity, "Every time you give a session you get a session". Doing this work is rejuvenating for both client and practitioner.
This thorough education includes tools you can share with others while also applying them to your own life. Each class is designed to increase self awareness, intuition, and embodiment while offering a career path to helping others.
Polarity One (24 CE hours)
Elemental Balancing I (24 CE hours)
Elemental Balancing II (24 CE hours)
Energetic Communications (32 CE hours)
Holographic Reflexology (24 CE hours)
Clinical and Professional Development: Practicum (24 CE hours)
Craniosacral Balancing Foundations (24 CE hours)
Online courses included:
Energetic Nutrition (6 CE hours)
Esoteric and Orthodox Anatomy (6 CE hours)
Trauma, Equity, and Ethics in Practice (6 CE hours total consisting of 2 CE's in trauma informed practitionership, 2 CE's in ethics and psychological boundaries, 2 CE's in Health Equity/ Social Justice based practice required by the state of Washington)
Total classroom hours = 194
Additional Requirements:
In order to be eligible for the APP certification you would additionally need to receive 5 sessions from an RPP (advance polarity practitioner) as well as give and record 30 client sessions
Total program hours= 229
By signing up for the entire program you are saving hundreds of dollars and committing to a path of transformation.
As soon as you hit the register now button above, you will be offered the opportunity to pay in monthly installments or all at once.
You will receive an email with further communications from Amanda Lux about scheduling your classes. If you have already paid for one or more classes and would like to enroll in the program, we will discount the total program price the amount of that class in order to reflect the discounted program price.
Once you have registered you will be invited to set up a FREE coaching call with Amanda Lux. This is an optional offering to help you plan out your classes and set your intentions.
There is no time limit for when you need to complete the program. You are welcome to take all the classes offered in order over the next year or spread them out over the next two or more.
You do not need to rush and you can take any class a second time for half price (and for free after that).
In addition to completing all the courses listed above, you will need to document 30 client sessions given and receive 5 sessions from an RPP.
Again, this can happen in your own time. These sessions can be with clients you are already seeing, or new clients. We will be offering clinics and community outreach as well to help you complete these sessions.
In addition to the tuition discount offered when you purchase the entire program you are eligible to receive:
Access to our online community membership forum with included online courses
A one hour coaching session with Amanda Lux to assist you in planning, assimilating, and implementing your life and educational goals and intentions
Monthly payment plans available.
*Please note: The price of this program is subject to increase at any time.
Expand your existing healing practice or start a new career path today.
In addition to our certification, this program enables you to become an APP through APTA (the American Polarity Therapy Association).
Please read through the student handbook under Policies and Procedures. Once you have completed all of your classes you will be eligible to apply for your APP directly through APTA. You can learn more here.
If you are interested in one of the higher levels of education such as RPP or BCPP (Registered in Polarity Principals or Board Certified Polarity Practitioner), we encourage you to take our Master Practitioner program which includes the Integrative Craniosacral Balancing Practitioner certification.
By combining our craniosacral program with our polarity program you are taking the next step towards these higher levels of certification which include the craniosacral balancing training as well as other advanced Polarity classes which we Will be offering in the near future.
If you have already taken one of the required classes in the program (Polarity One for example) and decide to register for the full program after you have already paid your tuition for that other class or classes, we will happily discount the cost of that class from the total program price. Just reach out to me with the message icon at the bottom right of the page or email: Amandalux@elevationhive.com and I will create a coupon code for you in the amount you already paid.
Our policy is to offer all returning students a half price discount to retake any class. After the second time attending you can come to any class for free as long as there is space.
Learn more about repeating any class here: https://www.elevationhive.com/repeat-a-class
Student Program Enrollment Contract:
Once the student has read through the entire student handbook they will sign the agreement to abide by its policies and procedures. In addition they will have done one of the following:
Paid in full for the entire program or committed to a monthly payment plan
Made other payment arrangements with Amanda Lux
Registration Process:
Prospective students wishing to attend Elevation Hive will complete this enrollment application either online or in person.
The enrollment interview/ initial coaching call will explore the student’s intention for attendance and the ability for both parties to support and meet the said intention. The student will be informed of the following policies and procedures and will have ample time to ask questions for clarity. Should a prospective student decide to move forward with enrollment, proper guidance will be discussed.
Elevation Hive offers a 229 hour Associate Polarity Practitioner (APP) program which includes Polarity 1- Basic Principles, Polarity 2- Elements Journey, Polarity Energetic Communications, Polarity Reflexology, three online courses including Esoteric and Orthodox Anatomy, Energetic Nutrition and Ethics, as well as an in-person Polarity Practitioner Practicum experience including supervision for 30 clinical sessions given.
In addition to these polarity classes our program includes Craniosacral Balancing Level One.
The instruction portion of the APP program can take 9-12 months to complete, but it may take longer as needed including additional time for the student to complete their required clinical sessions (given and received) and supervision for the student’s practice clinical sessions given.
Financials and Refunds:
Upon registering for the APP program with Elevation Hive, students will be required to pay the total program cost of $3500 (this price is subject to change with program add-ons or discounts) or make the first installment payment in a payment plan. Payment can either be paid in full at the time of registration, or with a designated payment plan as agreed upon by both Elevation Hive and the enrolling student. Should a student decide to withdraw from the program before 80% of completion they will not be responsible for the outstanding balance. Any withdrawal from the program after 80% completion will constitute payment in full, withstanding possible unexpected circumstances to be determined at that time. It is the intention of Elevation Hive to afford partial scholarships when funding is available. Students interested in applying for a scholarship will be asked to submit an Elevation Hive Scholarship application, attaching all necessary documents to be considered for approval. This application can be submitted before the program begins or at any time during the course to completion.
Admissions Requirements:
Polarity Therapy is a healing art that demands a safe environment. Students are expected to arrive to class on time, sober, and with respect and integrity for their fellow students’ learning space. Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated and in these situations the student will be asked to leave class. If the disruptive behavior continues the student may be asked to withdraw from the program possibly forfeiting any deposits or payments made.
Students must be 18 years or older to attend classes.
Students' physical health must be strong enough to withstand 7-8 hour class times and the ability to physically negotiate sessions given and sessions received. Elevation Hive asks that students refrain from attending class when there is illness or fever. If a student has a medical condition that could need attention while class is in session (i.e. epilepsy, diabetes,etc), they must share this information during the enrollment process.
It is not unusual for students to experience emotional and physical processes while learning to give and receive this work. It is therefore important that a student of this work have a clear understanding of, and a strong ability to regulate their own emotional process. Stable mental health, emotional maturity and the willingness to hold and support fellow students and prospective clients in emotional situations are a must. If a student begins to feel their emotional process is overwhelming or unmanageable, it is the student’s responsibility to communicate this with their instructor immediately.
Course Schedule:
Associate Polarity Practitioner Program
Polarity 1- 24 hours
Polarity 2 - 48 hours
Polarity Communication Energetic Listening- 32 hours
Polarity Reflexology- 24 hours
Practicum- 24 hours
Energetic nutrition online 6 hours
Anatomy online 6 hours
Ethics online 6 hours
25 hours of hands on practice
5 sessions received from a Registered Polarity Practitioner
Total program hours = 205
Elevation Hive holds most classes in a weekend or extended weekend format. Certain classes will be broken up over 2 weekends, not necessarily in succession.
Schedules are subject to change and Elevation Hive will give as much notice as possible to students in any case.
Materials Needed:
The recommended reading materials supporting the APP program are as follows:
The Polarity Workbook- Dr John Beaulieu $49.95
Polarity Therapy Vol I- Dr Randolph Stone $45
Polarity Therapy Vol II- Dr Randolph Stone $45
The Polarity Process By Franklyn Sills $18.95
Esoteric Anatomy by Bruce Berger $22.50
Grace Unfolding by Greg Johanson and Ronald Kurtz $13
Attendance Policy:
A student must complete 80% of the class hours in order to pass the class. If a student misses more than the allowable time, the student may retake this portion of the class the next time it is offered. In certain situations private tutoring may be available for an additional fee. If a student is taking a class at Elevation Hive to receive Continuing Education hours, they must comply with the attendance requirements.
Students should arrive to class in loose, active clothing that allows for easy movement and comfortability both giving and receiving sessions. Students’ attire should be respectful and conducive to both giving and receiving sessions. Students will be exchanging sessions with one another and each student should bring a sheet or blanket to cover the massage table for comfort and hygiene. Students should be prepared to take notes (laptops and tablets are permitted). Students should bring whatever food or drink needed to sustain through the class. There will be breaks and a lunch, as well as a refrigerator to store perishables.
Instructors/Faculty:
Currently the primary instructors are Amanda Lux, RPE, BCPP, LMT and Kim Pinckley RPE, RPP, LMT.
Amanda Lux- BCPP, RPE, LMT with 20 years of bodywork experience
Kim Pinckley- 28 years of bodywork experience. Now serving as the Vice President of APTA, the governing body holding her Registered Polarity Educator and Registered Polarity Practitioner credentials.
Grievance Procedure:
If a student has a grievance regarding a student, teacher, curriculum or policy they are to report the concern as soon as possible to Amanda Lux. The incident or complaint will be handled in a professional and neutral manner with sensitivity and confidentiality if applicable. If the grievance is unable to be resolved the options for withdrawal will be discussed at that time, taking into consideration the guidelines stated above for refunding tuition.
Progress Procedure:
Elevation Hive will communicate with the students about their individual progress for the duration of the program, with more formal evaluations occurring midway and upon completion of their program. Supervision for specific challenges either met or unmet will also be readily available upon request. Any student in danger of failing to meet the competencies of the program will be notified as soon as such a scenario becomes clear to administration. This notification will be done in confidence.
Evaluation Procedures: (including follow-up, mentoring and supervision)
Elevation Hive will give a pass/fail grade at the end of each class. The rubrics will include attendance, technique competency, and participation. Attendance will be tracked each class day with a sign in sheet. The technique portion will be evaluated during the session trades between students in class. Instructors will be tracking the student’s ability to assimilate what was instructed in the demos in their private sessions. Students will be asked to participate in class conversation around lectures and process and to give feedback about the work given and received, as well as asking questions to deepen their understanding.
Elevation Hive will sponsor student clinics to allow for more opportunity for any follow up, mentoring and supervision the students need, as well as give the students a space to complete their sessions needed for APTA credentialing.
The online classes and membership are currently under construction and will be available by May 2024. If you need access to anything sooner please reach out to me at: amandalux@elevationhive.com
Once they are published you will receive notification via email with more instructions and you will be able to login to the website and view all your included courses.