Donald's initial massage training was at Phoenix College in Phoenix, Arizona.  His training included Swedish massage techniques and philosophies and progressed to include deep tissue work with an emphasis on trigger point therapy, PNF stretching (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation), and myofacial release techniques. As an avid sports enthusiast, he began to focus his attention on helping other athletes using his massage skills and his intuitive abilities in healing touch therapy. Donald continued to pursue further studies in sports massage, aromatherapy, and reflexology.

After graduating from Phoenix College, Donald furthered his education in massage by becoming certified as a LaStone® therapist.  LaStone® Therapy™ uses hot and cold stones to produce a therapeutic effect on the body as well as provide one of the most intensely relaxing massage experiences available today. 

More recently, Donald has become certified as an Advanced Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy® (AOBT) therapist.  This form of bodywork uses gravity assisted techniques to provide one of the most luxurious forms of massage on the planet.  In AOBT, the therapist stands on the massage table using bars overhead for balance.

Every massage by Donald is individually tailored to meet the current need of the client and employs a combination of massage techniques and modalities. His massages can range from relaxing to deep and intense. No matter which massage you receive, you can take comfort in knowing that you're in caring and competent hands and you will leave refreshed and ready to face the world again.

Donald's love and passion for massage is equal to his devotion and practice of yoga. Donald believes that the practice of yoga is an ongoing transformation of mind, body, emotion, and spirit. He has been practicing yoga for over 6 years and continues to practice at Your Body Center ( www.yourbodycenter.com ) where he also serves as an instructor.