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In April 2012 I completed the Certificate level Neuromuscular Therapy course. Since I completed the course I have had massive success and progression. I had several private clients that I attained from advertising in the gym that I was working in, and also worked on a referral basis with physiotherapist David Gardiner owner of Physiotherapyworks in Naas Co.Kildare. In August 2012 I moved to Perth, Australia where I have enjoyed even more success. I spent 8 months working at Subiaco Sports Massage and while working in this clinic I had the privilege of treating several Olympic athletes including Sir Chris Hoy of the GB cycling team and also Western Force rugby team of the super 15s competition. I really enjoyed my time at the NTC – we really had a great group and we all keep in touch.

Colin Cassidy

Having FSM available in my practice is like having a very competent doctor working side by side with me. I know that my results will be amplified and made more spectacular because of FSM, and that it can do so quickly…FSM can treat virtually anything that goes wrong with the body. It switches off inflammation almost anywhere instantly (in severe conditions you can literally have the pain drop to zero in twenty minutes). In our practice, we have used it for concussions, hot discs, sprains, shingles, costochondritis, Fibromyalgia, RSD, vertigo, pain anywhere, PTSD…the list goes on. For the most part, if anything goes wrong with the body, there is a program for that. FSM is one of those seminars that will make you excited again. It opened up a whole new world to me.

Katinka Van Der Merwe

I enrolled in the National Training Centre Advanced Diploma in Pilates Matwork in October 2022. The course is a five month course and I attended college every second Saturday with some on-line lectures on Thursday evenings. This course was really well run. The tutors were fabulous - extremely knowledgeable , responsive, accommodating and supportive. The course materials were really well put together in the form of a physical manual and an on-line portal. The portal is really user friendly and with videos and pdf's to help all types of learners. I met a wonderful group of people from all walks of life interested in supporting their health and others through Pilates. I have studied before with the National Training Centre, completing their fitness instructor and personal training course in 2018. It is a wonderful college with a variety of course offerings. All tutors are passionate about health and wellness and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment in the college. I would highly recommend the National Training Centre for the Advanced Diploma in Pilates Matwork or any of the other courses they offer.

Ciara McKinlay

Fantastic facility. I can’t wait to come back. The tutors are great, and the high standards are inspiring.

Caroline Mallon

I really enjoyed my time at the NTC. We had a great group and are all keeping in touch.

Toni Anderson

I have been in the Sports Massage and the treatment of occupational and sporting injuries profession for 26 years and have attended many courses to gain the necessary qualifications to give my very best to those in my care. I had read a book written by John Sharkey which was well written, extremely informative and an excellent reference source. I subsequently had the pleasure of meeting John and went on to register for a Neuromuscular Therapy programme. It is an excellent course with lectures of the highest standard delivering essential information and first-rate techniques. Applying them in clinical practice I have seen very positive outcomes in patients of all ages. I highly recommend NTC for all therapists at any stage in their career. You will not be disappointed.

Steve Kirby

I have been using the Frequency Specific Microcurrent in my office for many years now and I can confidently say that it is one of the most powerful healing tools we have available to us. Our units run all day long from the second clinic opens till the last patients leaves. When I originally went to the seminar I wanted to learn how to apply the technology but I found it so much more helpful than that. Filled with clinical pearls and outside the box thinkers, it was incredibly valuable. Carolyn McMakin has brought us in natural healthcare something extremely special. I firmly believe that in order to get the best results with patients we have to combine biology, chemistry and the laws of physics. That is why when we put together our training program on dealing with more complex disease processes, there is no better tool to allow us to apply all the sciences than the Frequency Specific Microcurrent. It has my highest recommendation.

Dr. Rob DiMartino

Thank you to John, the staff, and tutors for your support during the Personal Trainer course. Your structured approach made balancing study and life much easier.

Shane O’Neill

My experience at NTC was an enjoyable and positive one. This is where I realised my interest in Anatomy, Physiology and caring for people and is the main reason I’ve decided to go back to studying Nursing. I met some fantastic people during my time at NTC and what I learned has played a huge part in me getting a place on Nursing studies. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff and tutors for guiding me to where I am now.

Eamonn Maher

The good news is that I passed my Neuromuscular Therapy exams. I would like to pass on my sincere thanks to all the team in NTC for helping me in step one of a plan. You are a great team with wonderful tutors.

Liam Cotter

I’ve frequently found myself enamored by the anatomy of the human body, and have always held a desire to enter into a field of manual therapies. The NMT course has brought me to the beginning of a journey that embodies both. Beyond the comprehensive materials delivered within the course, I’ve also found that it has brought me to a community that shares in a wide breath of resources and abilities to assist in the betterment and wellness practices of life. I am so grateful for my experience with the National Training Centre; to all the staff and tutors who always made themselves readily available, for all their guidance, their rich knowledge and aptitude to help develop myself and the other students into qualified NMTs. With deep gratitude for Larry, Chris, John, Michelle and Kevin; you have all impacted my world in such a meaningful way.

Amanda June

I took the NTC PT course and am now coaching in Cork. The course was key to my success. I’d be happy to give references or advice to students anytime.

Sam Keating

Hi there, I did my Pilates course with you last year and I would like to leave a testimonial for your page. The more experience I get teaching Pilates and finding out more information about it, the more I realize how great course you taught us. We all know that Pilates is a great form of exercise, but I have to add that your training centre and your teachers Noeleen, Janette, and Maeve are great tutors and I was very lucky to have learned with them. Thank you so much. I think you deliver the best Pilates course in Ireland. Well done -  Rosane

Roseane O’Grady

I just want to say how grateful I am for your contributions to the medical community. Since November’s Chicago Core, I’ve used FSM on about 90% of my patients.  I’m a relatively new acupuncturist and only been in practice about 2 years. I’ve had a lot of success managing pain and treating digestive problems but since adding FSM I see miracles happen in my clinic every day.  I carry my Netters with me now too. I see fibro, of course back pain, vets with PTSD who have pains and suffering disappear with just running Concussion + Vagus – and leave the office so happy and pain free (WITH JUST THE CONCUSSION PROTOCOL), scar tissue melting, and just tonight a patient who argued with me about drinking water during her consult, a patient I had no faith I could help with frozen shoulder had 75% increase ROM after two treatments and exclaimed “It’s a miracle” how much these two sessions improved her shoulder after years of suffering. So thank you for sharing this with practitioners everywhere.  The world is truly better place because of what you do.  Thank you so much.  I cannot wait to learn more. So glad I found FSM!  ❤️

Pam Kososki

Great course, Great Tutors, Every weekend took my skills and understanding to a whole new level, my clients and the athletes I work with have all felt the benefits, Highly recommended!

Bon Sheekey

Emma Fleming

I started the NTC Advanced Diploma in Pilates Matwork in October '22 having enjoyed Pilates for some years and wanted to progress my own knowledge and experience in Pilates. I began the course not really grasping how intensive the course was but really enjoyed it from Day 1 and have not regretted a minute of it (well maybe on mornings of exams but that was forgotten once exam was over). The structure of the course being in-house every second Saturday and then online Theory Lectures on a Thursday night are great. It gives the personal experience as well as the flexibility of online theory. The knowledge of all the tutors is immense, especially Janette and Noeleen who have so much experience and can pass it on in a way that encourages and educates in one. All the tutors (Noeleen, Janette, Kevin, Grainne and Sinead) are so helpful and approachable that it makes the learning so much easier. The course material is very thorough but is broken up well so you can find information very easily. And the online demos of all movements is really great and something I went back to many times - even when just doing my own practice. The course was so informative and fun that I now really want to use the qualification so am planning my teaching career over the next few weeks. The advanced areas such as Pregnancy and Special Populations is so good and brought it right through the course so it is shows its relavance to all areas of Pilates. The other students and the tutors made the course good fun - and everyone was so encouraging. I really enjoyed the course and would recommend doing this course to anyone with an interest in Pilates and wants to take their own interest/practice to another level.

Maria Patterson

Thanks for the excellent classes in ETM and Sports Nutrition. The course was of a very high standard, and the tuition was impressive.

John O’Carroll

I have just sat my NMT exams and if it wasn’t for Larry, one of my tutors who helped me out, I would have let my nerves get the best of me. I also wish to thank the rest of the tutors and staff for all their help over the past 18 months.

Nicole Dunne

Thanks once again for an inspiring and enlightening weekend (although my wife’s upper trapezius muscles may disagree!). Learnt loads and I am very excited about the future of my practice. Although already incredibly busy I find treating people with pain much more interesting and fulfilling than a runner with a tweaked calf. The education you have given me is truly going to develop me as a practitioner in such a dramatic way. Thanks, John. Sad the course is coming to an end but will thoroughly recommend to others and will look to do the Masters in the future.

Rob Date

I really enjoyed it… thanks to the motivational teachers for their support… also Karen and Greg in admin, who were always helpful.

Brian McConville

I had 7 new NHL players this week and 1 Olympic speed skater…. All said the same thing… “This is professional sports best kept secret!”

Kim Pittis

Can I pass on my sincerest gratitude to all the staff at NTC ? Once again you all have delivered another professional and enjoyable course that ensures a qualification that is recognised and accepted with high regard within the industry.

Alan Devine

Hi Michelle, I wanted to thank you and the team. I got a gym job in London after impressing with a fitness class I taught. What I learned at NTC was worth every penny.

Jessica Barbosa Robles

I really enjoyed the course and the highly engaged and motivated tutors. I found the course very interesting and was fascinated by the individual components of NMT. I would like to thank everybody involved for their highly valuable input, knowledge and support while studying.

Sabine Graef

The NTC is an excellent facility. The tutors are knowledgeable, warm, and welcoming. I always enjoy coming back here.

Orla Flynn

Thanks to all the tutors at NTC for your help. This was the best learning experience I’ve had. The whole group had so much fun.

Iva Ramini

Thank you to John Sharkey and all the NTC tutors. The Advanced European Neuromuscular Therapy course has been an eye-opener for me because of my background in Personal Training and Sports Massage. I have learnt unique ways of treating pain and have been applying these techniques to my existing clients. In particular, a long-term client of mine with knee chronic pain, after few hours of treatment her knee pain has reduced by 80 percent. Once again thank you to all NTC tutors this would not have been possible without you. It is a shame the course has come to an end but I also can’t wait to treat people with chronic pain and do a diploma in Neuromuscular Therapy. I will definitely recommend this course to a friend or a family member.

Ismail Sina

The standard of teaching on this course is amazing… so organised, enthusiastic, and down to earth. I feel lucky to experience this. Just wanted to say… FANTASTIC!

Richelle Daly

Thanks for everything. I learned so much and want to thank the tutors for their patience. I’ll be back for more courses soon.

Natasha Duff

Just a short note to say a very big thank you to you (Noeleen), Janette, Orna and Maeve for all your help, encouragement and support over the last 6 months. When I started the course, I really wasn’t sure if I was going to get there! But with your combined teaching skills, knowledge and support I could feel myself getting there over time. The service you provide offers many people a way to change the direction of their lives and to be able to do that is truly remarkable. It was a really great experience and I will miss you and all the class. Best of luck to you all in your future endeavours!

Anne Keane

One of the best treatments that I have found is Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM)…This form of therapy works quickly, with minimum discomfort and often a rapid result…I could actually feel the tissue soften and melt under the microcurrent gloves. I can look forward to steady progress. I heartily recommend this treatment.

Dr. Devin Starlanyl

I would like to extend a special thanks to the teachers of this course. I know that teaching Pilates is an ongoing learning process, but it's remarkable that, after half a year, I feel fully prepared to launch my own Pilates classes. This level of confidence is something I haven't experienced after completing any course before, despite working in this industry for nearly 12 years. The course content is exceptionally comprehensive, offering an ideal blend of in-person teaching, online lectures, and outstanding online and printed materials. Our teachers are not only excellent but also incredibly reliable, always ready to assist us with any topic. This course has provided me with a fresh perspective and mindset. Personally, as a non-native English speaker, it has significantly enriched my vocabulary and transformed my instructing style, making it more fluid and sophisticated. I find these improvements invaluable not only in Pilates but also in all the other fitness classes I currently teach. Thank you!

Gina Prónay-Zakar

A big thank you for a wonderful course. You are all very special in your own ways. Your professionalism and knowledge delivered with love and passion shines through. I will miss you all. Be that body!

Karen Reynolds