Fluid Anatomy 1st Level
Advanced Craniosacral Workshop
April 26—28, 2026
With
Neil Brutus
Fluid Anatomy is the interface where the physics of fluid, human anatomy, and finer energy systems come together. Fluid mechanics in the physical body is THE MOST overlooked and under-appreciated phenomenon in our modern healthcare system, despite the human body being made up almost entirely of fluid… and chronic dehydration being a major contributor to many of our ailments.
You Will Learn:
- Fluid Anatomy philosophy lecture
- Application through hands-on bodywork treatment trades
- How to feel the friction of inflammation, tension, and pain in the skeletal system
- The optimal movements of each bone of the skeletal system as it responds to fluid fluctuation
- How to make the necessary corrections.
- How to align the movement of the skeletal system with the polarity current for deeper levels of relaxation.
How it can be used
Understanding and applying these principles and techniques to address basic fluid mechanics inside the body will enhance and can be used in conjunction with any form of health and bodywork including:
- Ayurveda
- Chiropractic
- Diet
- Massage Therapy
- Stretching
- Strengthening
- Surgery (pre and post)
Benefits of these Treatments
- Deep relaxation
- Pain relief and/or management
- Muscle restrictions
- Prenatal, postpartum, and infant care
- Reproductive
- Headaches and migraine pain
- Anxiety & Depression
- Range of motion
- Lymphatic drainage
- Etc.
Continuing Education
This 20-hour Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) course is approved through the National Certification Board of Massage Therapy and Bodywork (NCBTMB) in the category of “Craniosacral” and can be used to meet massage therapy state board requirements.
Attendees will receive a certificate upon completion.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to take Fluid Anatomy 1st Level — Open to the Public
Fluid Anatomy 1st Level is a prerequisite and must be taken to attend Fluid Anatomy 2nd Level, no exceptions.
Investment
- Tuition: $700
- $600 if you register on or before April 15, 2026
- $100 non-refundable deposit required to hold your space. The cost of the deposit is included in your tuition
Neil Brutus
Neil "Enai" Brutus graduated from The New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics in 2005. Shortly after graduating, he became NMSNT's lead instructor for courses taught in massage specifics, Polarity Therapy, Foot Reflexology, Non-Specific Stretching, and Core Synchronism. Concurrently he also held various administrative pos...
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Dates
Sunday, April 26, 2026 @ 9:00 am–Tuesday, April 28, 2026 @ 12:00 pm
Tuition
$700 per person + accommodations
$600 if you register on or before April 15, 2026
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$700
per person + accommodations
$600 if you register on or before April 15, 2026
$600 if you register on or before April 15, 2026