In preparation for our first Study Abroad trip for students to Tulum,  Mexico, BCMT alumni Jorge Cisneros was kind enough to offer his time to teach an afterschool class on “Hispanics and Massage:  A Language and Culture Class”.  Not only was this class valuable to students going on the trip but to anyone who works with or is interested in working more with Hispanic clients.  Jorge, originally from Mexico City, began by giving us an overview for working with Hispanic clients and some of the cultural differences which may affect how we practice our massage.  It is very important to show and practice respect for cultural differences while visiting other countries no matter where you travel and even here in our own country.  Jorge went over some basic Spanish words and phrases that would be used in a massage session.  Although English seems to be quite commonly spoken in parts of Mexico, it will be fun to attempt to speak some Spanish…I will probably have to bring my cheat sheet!  Muchas Gracias Jorge!

Jorge lives and has a massage practice in Denver, Colorado.  Visit his website at www.MasajeParaTodos.com.