About our instructor, Julie Barton, NC LMBT, MS Phys Ed and Athletic Training, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

My professional teaching experience started while obtaining my Masters degree at Ohio University. During which time I taught First Aid, CPR, and CPR instructor training. In addition to teaching I was able to publish a case study in the Journal of Athletic Training, "Aneurysmal bone cyst in a female collegiate field hock player. Journal of Athletic Training 2000."

 I gained more teaching experience at Heidelberg College as a Head Women�s Athletic Trainer and Instructor. During my two years there I was in charge of supervising and instructing six student athletic trainers per semester while working with sports teams. Additionally I developed curriculums for the following courses: First Aid CRP, Exercise Physiology, and Introduction to Athletic Training, Pharmacology, and Therapeutic Modalities.  

 As a certified athletic trainer my responsibilities included, but were not limited to: evaluation, treatment, and the development of injury prevention and rehabilitation protocols. While in the clinical setting, manual therapy techniques were used on clients ranging from sports massage, muscle energy, active release techniques, and neuromuscular.

 I have over five years experience as a massage therapist. My primary focus during the past three years was developing the massage therapy services at Impact Athletics. I designed and implemented a monthly massage newsletter, promotions, and all brochures. I also conducted several workshops related to massage therapy including proper foam rolling techniques and the benefits of massage therapy.

 I have continuing education certifications in the following areas: Level 1 Advanced Myoskeletal Therapy, Integrative Neuromuscular Myofascial Technique: Internal Jaw/Anterior Neck/Spine, Low back and Hip, and Professional ethics. In addition to my massage therapy credentials, I am also a Certified Athletic Trainer and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a member of the National Athletic Trainers Association and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.