Business Details
36 Years
experience
Advanced Manual Therapy Certification Programs
Founded in 1990 by George and Patricia Kousaleos, the CORE Institute has established itself as a leader in advanced manual therapy education. Our mission is to empower therapists through rigorous certification programs in CORE Myofascial Therapy, Structural Integration, and Sports & Performance Bodywork. With over three decades of experience, we have trained more than 5,000 manual therapists globally, offering both in-person seminars and online continuing education courses. Our programs are grounded in the Intrinsic Spiral Theory, a foundational methodology developed by George Kousaleos, and are designed to enhance structural alignment, reduce chronic pain, and improve athletic performance.We maintain partnerships with state and national professional associations, ensuring our curriculum meets the highest industry standards. Our commitment to innovation is exemplified by our work with Olympic teams and the development of the CORE Sports Bodywork Team, which has significantly reduced soft-tissue injuries in collegiate athletes. As educators and practitioners, we prioritize hands-on learning, clinical expertise, and ethical practice, serving as a trusted resource for therapists seeking advanced training worldwide.
Services
Myofascial Therapy Certification
Structural Integration Training
Sports Bodywork Programs
Online Continuing Education
CORE Butter Product
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in manual therapy education
- Our programs are endorsed by national certification boards
- We developed the Intrinsic Spiral Theory for structural analysis
- Our team includes Olympic sports therapy consultants
- We guarantee clinical skill development through hands-on training
Associations and certifications
- Florida Board of Massage Therapy
- National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork
What people say
Expert instructors
Practical techniques
Global recognition
Olympic connections
Effective protocols
Services
Myofascial Therapy Certification
Our 48-hour certification program teaches myofascial therapy techniques for structural alignment and chronic pain reduction. Therapists learn region-specific protocols, client education strategies, and the Intrinsic Spiral Theory developed by George Kousaleos. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice for immediate clinical application.
Structural Integration Training
This 350-hour program covers the 10-series Structural Integration protocol focusing on fascial layers and musculature. Participants master advanced techniques for improving posture, flexibility, and movement patterns through systematic, region-specific treatment strategies developed over six decades of clinical practice.
Sports Bodywork Programs
A 24-hour certification program adapting myofascial techniques for athletic performance enhancement. Designed for sports therapists, it includes protocols for injury prevention, recovery optimization, and performance improvement used by Olympic teams and collegiate athletes through evidence-based clinical applications.
Online Continuing Education
Approved courses covering professional ethics, medical errors, and Florida licensing requirements. These self-paced programs provide essential knowledge for relicensure while maintaining clinical excellence through updated practice standards and regulatory compliance education.
CORE Butter Product
An all-natural cocoa butter formulation specifically designed for deep tissue manual therapies. This proprietary blend of cocoa butter, beeswax, and vitamin E provides optimal glide and skin nourishment for structural integration and myofascial treatment sessions.
People
George Kousaleos
Founder & Lead Instructor
Licensed therapist since 1978 with expertise in structural integration and sports therapy. Developed the Intrinsic Spiral Theory and trained over 5,000 therapists globally. Former Olympic team consultant with Harvard education and 30+ years teaching experience.
Patricia Kousaleos
Co-Founder
Co-founder with extensive experience in massage therapy education. Managed CORE Institute's operations and program development. Professional photographer and key contact for course registration and business operations.
Questions
What certification programs do you offer?
We offer CORE Myofascial Therapy (48 hours), Structural Integration (350 hours), and Sports Bodywork (24 hours) certifications.
Are your courses nationally recognized?
Yes, we're approved by the Florida Board of Massage Therapy and National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork.
Do you offer online learning options?
We provide online CE courses covering professional ethics, medical errors, and Florida licensing requirements.
What is the Intrinsic Spiral Theory?
It's our foundational methodology for structural analysis and treatment planning developed by George Kousaleos over 30 years.
Do you work with athletic teams?
Yes, we developed the CORE Sports Bodywork Team that works with collegiate athletes and has Olympic experience.
What products do you sell?
We offer CORE Butter (natural lubricant) and educational DVDs demonstrating myofascial therapy techniques.
