Our faculty consists of some of the best and most talented massage and bodywork professionals who are committed to sharing their academic and professional expertise with our students.

To offer a truly well-rounded, comprehensive diploma program, we made certain that our faculty brings to the classroom a wide range of knowledge, including eastern and western modalities, herbalism, and spa and clinical massage experience.

Our instructors have university degrees and multiple certifications from local and nationwide schools; several philosophies and training programs are represented within our faculty.

All instructors are approved by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Emmanuel Bistas, Founder and Director
Raised in an environment that values the mystical and accepts healing as an innate faculty of life, Mr. Bistas started exploring yoga and eastern meditation systems at the age of 13, in his native Greece. He continued by studying Tai Chi, shiatsu, and massage therapy in New York City in 1984 and 1985, while at the same time pursuing a college education and, later, successful careers in the corporate world and business. Mr. Bistas is a licensed massage therapist, and has a B.S. in Information & Decision Sciences from University of Illinois-Chicago and an MBA in Entrepreneurship from DePaul University. He brings his rich experience in entrepreneurship, business, science, and massage therapy to the classroom where he teaches self mastery and business development.

Rich Kamasinski, Education Director
Mr. Kamasinski received his massage training through The Soma Institute. With his additional background in psychology, theology, spirituality and planetary herbology, Mr. Kamasinski addresses an individual's needs on a physical, emotional and spiritual level. Mr. Kamasinski has expertise in myofascial release, neuromuscular & trigger point therapy, sports massage, craniosacral therapy and somatoemotional release. He has worked in various clinical and non-clinical settings and has also taught partner and infant massage classes.

Dr. Kelli Easterly
Dr. Easterly is a graduate of National University of Health Sciences, where she received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree, summa cum laude. She also has a B.S. in Biology from DePaul University. She is a certified Accupuncturist, Nimmo Triggerpoint therapist, and Kinesio taping therapist. In addition to her role as an instructor, Dr. Easterly functions as the Educational Director for the Human Sciences component of our programs.

Jean Bailey
Ms. Bailey uses her extensive background in marketing and advertising to teach students how to reach, attract, and retain clients. Ms. Bailey has had a brilliant career as Director of Marketing services for Helene Curtis Corporation, and previously as a national advertising and promotion supervisor for Hartmarx Corporation, and a Vice-President of an advertising firm.

Lucien Caillouet III
Lucien Caillouet III, CESMT, CNMT, ATC has a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training - Sports Medicine from North Park University and is a graduate of The Chicago School of Massage Therapy. He is also a Licensed Massage Therapist, AMTA certified Event Sports Massage Therapist, certified Neuromuscular Therapist, and certified Athletic Trainer with over 16 years of massage industry experience. Mr. Caillouet specializes in Rehabilitation Massage Therapy at AthletiCo Physical Therapy, has worked with the United States Women's National Soccer Team and was a member of the Athens International Sports Massage Team at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Greece.

Rebecca Grimwade-Brown
Rebecca Grimwade Brown, is a Licensed Massage Therapist and Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. She graduated from the Chicago School of Massage Therapy after becoming interested at an early age in massage as an alternative therapy that provides immediate, relaxing results. Her specialties include Fertility massage, Prenatal massage, Therapeutic deep tissue work, Assisted stretching, and Myofascial release. Rebecca believes in the preventative care powers of massage and enjoys customizing sessions to individual client's needs. Her ultimate goal is to help relax and assist in the healing process for all of her clients. She is enthusiastic in sharing her knowledge with students and looks forward to working with them as her colleagues.

Randy Cummins
In his 25 year career, Randy has had the privilege of being on the teaching faculty of The Chicago School of Massage Therapy, the New School for Massage, and The Lauterstein-Conway Massage School. Along with providing trainings throughout the United States and Caribbean, he maintains a private massage practice in both Chicago and Austin, Texas. A respected practitioner and instructor in many forms of therapy, Randy’s expertise, humor and wisdom will help you open to the possibilities of self and client.