Learn Fascial Manipulation Level Four (FM-4) in Phoenix, AZ on Jan 29th, 2027
Learn the Fascial Manipulation® Method by Stecco
Course offered by Structure & Function Education
In Phoenix, AZ on January 29-31, 2027; Learn Fascial Manipulation Level 4®. This course continues your education in Fascial Manipulation® Method. The Fascial Manipulation® curriculum takes a unique approach by looking at the body as a whole, not just “where it hurts” or where the problems appear to be. Fascial Manipulation® Level 4 helps healthcare professionals to treat the patient in a global way by expanding on their understanding of the biomechanical model to treat patients with multi-segmental dysfunctions more efficiently. This course allow the practitioner to treat musculoskeletal and internal problem simultaneously in complex patients who has visceral-somatic or somato-visceral compensations.
This course builds on the knowledge and application from FM-1, FM-2 and FM-3. For a more detailed course overview view the FM-4 course information page. Healthcare professionals must have completed the FM-3 course prior to taking this course.
The Fascial Manipulation Level 4® (FM-4) course consists of two parts, called FM-4a and FM-4b. This course is a hybrid course that mixes online learning with a multi-day in-person lab involving instruction in and application of the Fascial Manipulation® Method. The first part is completed online before your in-person lab. This is to assure a good understanding of the underlying biomechanical rationale and mastery of the techniques presented in level 4b.
You must complete and pass the exam for the online course before taking the in-person lab. You then need to print your certificate stating you passed these exams and BRING IT WITH YOU TO THE LEVEL 4b LAB. You will not be admitted to the level 4b lab without your printed certificate. You should allow at least one week between the two parts to allow enough time for your exam to be reviewed.
The in-person course is provided by Structure & Function Education and the online part is through the Fascial Manipulation® Method website. You will receive login information for the online class directly from them. Your course fee includes both parts, no additional fee required to take the online part.
Dates for the In-person Lab
January 29, 2027 @ 8:00 am – January 31, 2027 @ 5:00 pm MST
Nearby Hotel(s)
| Hotel Name | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Inn Phoenix/Chandler | 7333 W Detroit St, Chandler, AZ 85226 | +14807535200 | Visit Website |
| DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix Chandler | 7475 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226 | +14809614444 | Visit Website |
Nearby Airport(s)
| Airport Name | Address | Phone | Website | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | 3400 Sky Hbr Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85034 | (602) 273-3300 | Visit Website | - |
course description
The Fascial Manipulation® Level 4 (FM-4) course consists of two parts, called FM-4a and FM-4b. The first part (FM- 4a) is online and consists of video lectures and exams, while the second part is an in-person course with instruction, demonstrations and lab practicals. FM-4a must be completed 1 week before taken FM-4b to allow the exam to be reviewed prior to attending the in-person part of the course. This is to assure a good understanding of the underlying biomechanical rationale and mastery of the techniques presented.
Fascial Manipulation Level 4 course expands the current fascial understanding to the highest level. The course starts with learning the anatomical divisions of the superficial fascia known as quadrants. These divisions, both in horizontal and longitudinal directions, are due to thickenings of the retinacula cutis that are adhesive to the deep fascia. The area of a quadrant typically corresponds to the distribution of the cutaneous nerves and angiosomes. Within each quadrant, there are all the three superficial components of the systems: receptors, lymphatic vessels and adipose cells.
New manual skills for inspecting the quadrants of the superficial fascia and assessments for the internal systems are learned. Practical exercises, clinical demonstrations and instructor led treatments are included along with current clinical theory and science.
Course Prerequisite
You must have taken and passed the Fascial Manipulation® Level 3 (FM-3) course, You do not need to take the Fascial Manipulation® Level 3 Master Class (FM-MC3) to participate in this course.
Materials provided during class
A Level 4 course manual will be provided to you.
What you need to bring
Please be sure to wear comfortable clothing, including loose shorts and tank tops, for lab based activities.
Assessment Charts and case notes from treatments using techniques from Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. Be prepared to discuss with the class.
Recommended additional materials
Please bring your copy of “Fascial Manipulation, Practical part, first level 2018”, SECOND EDITION, STECCO LUIGI – STECCO ANTONIO, Piccin New Libraria S.p.A. Padua.
Please bring your copy of the FM-1, FM-2 and FM-3 course manuals for reference.
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Complete Course Dates: January 29-31, 2027
| Class Days | Date | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| FM-4a Day 0 | Online | ||
| FM-4b Day 1 | January 29, 2027 | 8:00am | 6:30pm |
| FM-4b Day 2 | January 30, 2027 | 8:00am | 6:30pm |
| FM-4b Day 3 | January 31, 2027 | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
About Our Courses
We offer healthcare and sports performance professionals unique hands-on in-person courses and online classes for continuing education. Structure & Function Education believes that continuing education makes everyone a better practitioner and is committed to providing knowledge discussion articles and continuing education courses for everyone.
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General Daily Schedule
- Friday 8:00am-6:30pm, Saturday 8:00am-6:30pm, and Sunday 8:00am-5:00pm.
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About Stecco
Fascial Manipulation® is a manual therapy that has been developed by Luigi Stecco PT, in collaboration with his children Carla Stecco and Antonio Stecco (both MDs, PhDs), over the last 40 years.
About Structure & Function Education
Structure & Function Education (SFE) provides world class education services to healthcare and sport performance professionals, so they in turn can elevate the lives of their patients. To do this, we empower our team members to combine the latest research and their clinical expertise to help create best practices in healthcare and sport performance. Structure & Function Education was founded with a rebellious spirit and lofty objective: to change the way medicine and sport performance interacts with each other throughout the world, for the betterment of our patients and clients.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation and Attendance Policy: Prior to 30 days from the registered course, a participant may receive a refund of the full tuition minus 20% for administrative fees. Prior to 30 days from the registered course, a participant may transfer their tuition to another scheduled course with no extra fees applied. If less than 30 days to a registered course, the participant will not be eligible for a refund, but can transfer funds to another scheduled course for no additional fees. Structure & Function reserves the right to cancel any course, although every effort will be made to not allow that to happen. If a course is cancelled, the participant will be entitled to a full refund or be allowed to transfer the funds to another scheduled course. Structure & Function will not be financially responsible for any airfare, hotel or any other personal travel expenses if a course is cancelled.
Prior to registering for a course, make sure you are able to attend the entire weekend. Once you have purchased a course registration, you are required to attend the entire weekend. Exceptions to this rule will not be allowed. See the cancellation and attendance policy for more details.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy: Prior to 30 days from the registered course, a participant may receive a refund of the full tuition minus 20% for administrative fees. Prior to 30 days from the registered course, a participant may transfer their tuition to another scheduled course with no extra fees applied. If less than 30 days to a registered course, the participant will not be eligible for a refund, but can transfer funds to another scheduled course for no additional fees. Structure & Function reserves the right to cancel any course, although every effort will be made to not allow that to happen. If a course is cancelled, the participant will be entitled to a full refund or be allowed to transfer the funds to another scheduled course. Structure & Function will not be financially responsible for any airfare, hotel or any other personal travel expenses if a course is cancelled.