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Expert Reflexology Training & Certification Programs
Founded in 1981, the American Academy Of Reflexology has been a global leader in advancing integrated foot, hand, and ear reflexology. With over 45 years of experience, our founder Bill Flocco pioneered the first peer-reviewed reflexology research study, establishing scientific credibility for this practice. We offer comprehensive training programs, certification courses, and educational resources to professionals across 30+ countries. Our team of internationally recognized instructors brings decades of clinical expertise and academic rigor to every workshop and publication.Through World Reflexology Week initiatives and partnerships with healthcare institutions, we continue expanding access to evidence-based reflexology education. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our peer-reviewed research publications, detailed training manuals, and specialized workshops addressing specific health conditions.
Services
Reflexology Training
Research Publications
Certification Programs
Workshops
Educational Resources
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We pioneered the first peer-reviewed reflexology research study
- Our founder has taught reflexology across 5 continents since 1981
- We offer specialized workshops for condition-specific reflexology applications
- Our instructors include past presidents of major reflexology associations
- We provide comprehensive training materials including peer-reviewed research
Services
Reflexology Training
Our comprehensive reflexology training programs cover foot, hand, and ear reflexology techniques. Participants learn the 7 principles of integrated reflexology through hands-on workshops and detailed manuals. The curriculum includes both foundational and advanced applications for various health conditions.
Research Publications
We publish peer-reviewed reflexology research including the first randomized controlled study in the field. Our publications feature over 380 global research abstracts and detailed case studies on reflexology's effects on specific health challenges.
Certification Programs
Our certification programs follow standardized protocols developed through decades of clinical practice. The curriculum includes both theoretical knowledge and practical application, preparing practitioners for professional practice through structured assessment criteria.
Workshops
We offer specialized workshops covering condition-specific reflexology applications. These hands-on sessions focus on practical implementation of reflexology techniques for particular health concerns, taught by experienced instructors with clinical expertise.
Educational Resources
Our educational resources include detailed reflexology charts, instructional books, and research compendiums. These materials provide visual guides and scientific documentation to support both learning and professional practice.
People
Bill Flocco
Founder/Director
With over 57 years in health education, Bill Flocco founded the American Academy Of Reflexology in 1981. He pioneered peer-reviewed reflexology research and has taught across four continents, establishing World Reflexology Week and publishing multiple research studies.
Lisa Chan
Instructor
A licensed acupuncturist since 1991, Lisa Chan teaches reflexology in California. She hosts workshops on infant reflexology and spa applications, combining acupuncture expertise with reflexology practice in her Los Angeles clinic.
Stefanie Sabounchian
Instructor
Stefanie Sabounchian, a German-trained reflexologist since 2000, teaches nationally certified courses in California. She authored 'Press Here! Reflexology for Beginners' and specializes in integrated reflexology applications for wellness programs.
Ko Tan
Instructor
Ko Tan has taught reflexology since 1990 across multiple US states. He served on international reflexology boards and authored 'About Face' on facial reflexology, combining traditional techniques with modern teaching methods.
Robin Varga
Instructor
Robin Varga has taught reflexology since 1994 in California. As former RAC president, she combines full-time practice with educational workshops, focusing on practical applications and legislative advocacy for reflexology professionals.
Questions
What is reflexology?
Reflexology is a therapeutic practice applying pressure to specific points on feet, hands, and ears to promote health benefits through nervous system stimulation.
Do you offer certification programs?
Yes, we provide comprehensive certification programs covering foot, hand, and ear reflexology with standardized protocols and assessment criteria.
Are your courses evidence-based?
Our programs incorporate peer-reviewed research, including the first randomized controlled reflexology study published in medical journals.
How can I purchase educational materials?
Books and charts are available through our website with pricing listed for US customers, including shipping options.
Do you teach international students?
We offer training globally, having taught in 30+ countries across five continents with instructors experienced in cross-cultural education.
What research supports reflexology?
Our research publications include over 380 global studies and detailed case reports demonstrating reflexology's effects on various health conditions.
