2012 November 5 Basic Body



This class is open for enrollment.

Class Info

  • Course
  • Instructor
    Gay Lee Gulbrandson, CLT-LANA, CMT
  • Date
    Nov 5, 2012 (Mon) to
    Nov 9, 2012 (Fri)
  • Location
    Oakland, California, USA
  • Length

    5 days (40 hours)

  • Hours

    8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Class Size

    Maximum 12

  • Tuition

    $895

  • Continuing Education

    40 CEs Via NCBTMB. CE PROVIDER: Dr. Vodder School International (DVSI)

  • Prerequisites

    Licensed or certified massage therapist, Esthetician, PT, OT, or other health care professional license, (500 hours of massage certificate, or NCTMB Exam Certified). (More Details)

  • Sponsor
  • Phone
    (510) 849-1388
  • Fax
    (510) 558=8363
  • Email
    info[at]VodderMLD[dot]com
  • Classroom Address
    Eva's Esthetics
    8201 Capwell Drive
    Oakland, California 94621
    USA
    Map
Basic Body
Sponsor: Gay Lee Gulbrandson

Live and Learn MLD

Class Policies
  • All class hours must be attended to receive your certificate.
  • A deposit is required to reserve your seat.
  • Reduced tuition for students repeating this course with same instructor.
  • Refund policy: If the student cancels in writing, received at least 30 days prior to the class start date, a refund will be sent within 21 days. A processing charge of $35.00 will be deducted from all refunds. If a cancellation request is received after the 30 day period, the published course deposit will be kept by the sponsor.

  • Discounts available: If you enroll more than 90 days in advance, deposit paid, and are registered on this site, take 5% off class fee.

Classroom Location

Address
Eva's Esthetics
8201 Capwell Drive
Oakland, California 94621
USA Map Route from Class
Phone(510) 849-1388
Fax(510) 558=8363
  • Eva's Esthetics is an exclusive skin care products manufacturer and wholesaler based in Oakland, California near the airport. The classroom and practice room are attractive and spacious. Access is easy from Oakland Airport, nearby lodging shuttle, taxi, BART, and nearby San Francisco. Student parking is in the private parking lot next to the one-story building.

  • Directions to Eva’s Esthetics
    8201 Capwell Dr. Oakland, CA 96421 Please call 510-295-7141 if you are lost (use during class days only).

    Heading Southbound on 880:

    Take the Hegenberger/Oakland Airport exit.
    At the end of the exit, make a right onto Hegenberger. At the first stop light make a right onto Edgewater Drive. Make a left at the next corner, which is Pendleton. Follow to the next corner and make a right on Capwell Drive. We are approximately ½ block up on the left side, 8201 Capwell Drive. We are the driveway immediately after Closet by Design.

    Heading Northbound on 880:

    Take the Hegenberger/Coliseum exit. At the end of the exit make a left on Edes when you come off the freeway at the light. Go to the next light and make another left, (you are now on Hegenberger). Go over the overpass and make a right onto Edgewater Drive. Make a left at the next corner, which is Pendleton. Follow to the next corner and make a right on Capwell Drive. We are approximately ½ block up on the left side, 8201 Capwell Drive. We are the driveway immediately after Closet by Design.

CLASS LOCATION ONLY: Please do NOT call Eva's for information about this class. Gay Lee Gulbrandson is both the class instructor and the class sponsor.

Lodging

One block off Hegenberger, about .5 miles from the classroom.
Address
170 Hegenberger Loop
Oakland, California 94621
USA Map Route from Class
Phone
800-780-7234 Central Reservations
510-633-0500 Direct to desk
Fax(510) 633=1040
  • Courtesy Shuttle
    Courtesy guest shuttle service between Oakland International Airport and the hotel is available, upon request, between most hours.
    Additionally, the hotel provides shuttle services between the hotel and the classroom.
    Shuttle is offered upon availability to business addresses in downtown Oakland, Alameda, and Oakland Airport.
    Rental Car Information
    If you prefer to rent your own vehicle, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, picks up guests at the hotel.

  • Directions
    From I-880 Southbound (toward San Jose)
    * Take exit Hegenberger Rd toward Oakland Airport (west)
    * Turn right at Hegenberger Rd
    * Take the 1st left onto Hegenberger Loop 0.1 mi
    * Take the 1st right to stay on Hegenberger Loop Destination will be on the left 292 ft For additional directions, please refer to the map or call Best Western Oakland Airport Inn and Suites at (510/633-0500.

    From I-880 Northbound (Toward Berkeley/San Fran, etc.)
    * Take the Hegenberger/Coliseum/Airport exit. toward Oakland Airport (west).
    * At the end of the exit make a left on Edes when you come off the freeway at the light.
    * Go to the next light and make another left, (you are now on Hegenberger going west).
    * Go over the overpass and take the 1st left onto Hegenberger Loop 0.1 mi
    * Take the 1st right to stay on Hegenberger Loop. Destination will be on the left 292 ft For additional directions, please refer to the map or call Best Western Oakland Airport Inn and Suites at (510/633-0500..

    From the Oakland International Airport:
    1. Take Airport Access road out of airport (east), staying in the right lane. (Do not drop down into viaduct to 98th Ave.) 2. Cross Doolittle Dr., then cross 98th Ave. 3. In 1 block merge Right onto Hegenberger Rd. 4. Take the 2nd right onto Hegenberger Loop - Destination will be on the right 0.2 mi.

  • Be sure to ask for any available discounts you have: AAA, etc.

  • Amenities:
    Indoor Pool & Jacuzzi
    Complimentary hot breakfast bar
    Airport and local area shuttle
    Business Center
    Fitness Room
    Free parking
    Guest laundry and valet
    Wake-up calls

  • Dining Nearby:
    * Yoshino's Japanese Restaurant (0.1 mile) Japanese
    * Francesco's (0.4 miles) Italian
    * Scott's Seafood Grill and Bar (7 miles) Seafood
    * Kincaids Fish, Chop & Steak House (7 miles) Steakhouse

    Area Highlights:

    * Jack London Square Waterfront
    * Dunsmuir House and Gardens
    * Lake Merritt
    * Oakland Zoo
    * Paramount Theatre of Arts
    * Oakland Fox Theater
    * Oakland Museum
    * Western Aerospace Museum
    * Fishermans Wharf

On the estuary near Jack London Square, about 3 miles from the classroom.
Address
1755 Embarcadero
Oakland, California 94606
USA Map Route from Class
Phone
1-800-346-6331 Reservations
1-510-536-6633 Direct to desk
Fax1-510=536-6006
  • Courtesy Shuttle
    Courtesy guest shuttle service between Oakland International Airport and the hotel is available, upon request, between 6:30 A.M. and 10:30 P.M. Shuttle service to the airport is available from 6:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. and departs the hotel on the hour.
    Additionally, from 6:30 A.M. to 10:30 P.M. the hotel provides shuttle services between the hotel and downtown Oakland and Jack London Square attractions, including the Oakland Museum, Lake Merritt and the Paramount Theatre.
    Shuttle service is also available to the Lake Merritt BART Station and the Jack London Ferry Terminal which offers regularly scheduled ferry service to San Francisco and beyond.
    Shuttle is offered upon availability to business addresses in downtown Oakland, Alameda, and Oakland Airport. Service is not available for residential service or groups of over five people.
    Rental Car Information
    If you prefer to rent your own vehicle, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, picks up guests at the hotel.

  • Directions
    From the south and the Oakland International Airport area:
    1. 880 North to 5th Avenue/Embarcadero
    2. Left at Embarcadero to the hotel
    From the north and San Francisco:
    1. 880 to 16th Avenue Exit
    2. Left to the hotel
    For additional directions, please refer to the map or call Oakland Executive Inn Hotel at (800) 346-6331. Please also ask about available Oakland Airport Park and Fly packages.

  • Be sure to ask for any available discounts you have: AAA, etc.
    One side of the Suites faces the freeway (City view), the other faces the estuary (Water view) and is quieter.

  • Amenities:
    Pool & spa
    Fitness Center
    Airport and local area shuttle
    100% non-smoking luxury suites
    Wheelchair-accessible facilities
    Free parking
    100% interior corridor
    Copier/Fax/ATM on site
    USA Today and Wall St. Journal
    Guest laundry and valet
    Free local calls
    Wake-up calls

Across the main street about 1/2 mile from the classroom.
Address
About 3/4 mile from the classroom.
350 Hegenberger Road
Oakland, California 94621
USA Map Route from Class
Phone
1-510-568-7600 Local desk phone
1-888-236-2427 Worldwide Reservations
Fax1-510-568=7695
  • ***Ask for the Eva’s Esthetics Corporate Room Rate*** If you stay at the hotel and use Eva’s rate it will include Breakfast and complimentary shuttle service to and from Eva’s Esthetics. If you have any questions or problems with booking there please give Eva’s a call at 800-765-7597.

  • This hotel provides free shuttle service to the Oakland airport and to the nearby BART train station, giving you access to Berkeley, San Francisco and beyond. Schedule shuttle drop-offs and pick-ups with the concierge for rides to the class site (Eva's Esthetics is about 1 mile away). Enjoy the beautifully landscaped courtyard, outdoor pool and whirlpool, and exercise at our state-of-the-art fitness center.
    Please note: The Courtyard Cafe is open for Breakfast only. Our business traveler guests love the large, flexible workspace, well-lit desk, and free high-speed internet access. THere is no airport noise.

  • Directions:
    From the South: 1. 880 North to Hegenberger Road Exit Left toward Oakland Airport (west) 2. Cross over the freeway toward the airport. The hotel is 2 blocks ahead on the Right.
    From the North: 1. 880 South to Hegenberger Road Exit Right toward Oakland Airport (west) 2. The hotel is 2 blocks ahead on the Right.
    For additional directions, please refer to the map or call Courtyard Marriott Oakland Airport at 1-510-568-7600 or 1-888-236-2427. Please also ask about available Oakland Airport Park and Fly packages.
    From the Oakland International Airport: 1. Take Airport Access road out of airport (east), staying in the right lane. (Do not drop down into viaduct to 98th Ave.) 2. Cross Doolittle Dr., then cross 98th Ave. 3. In 1 block merge Right onto Hegenberger Rd. 4. The hotel is 1 1/2 blocks ahead on the Left.

  • Dining Nearby:
    * Yoshino's Japanese Restaurant (0.1 mile) Japanese
    * Francesco's (0.4 miles) Italian
    * Scott's Seafood Grill and Bar (7 miles) Seafood
    * Kincaids Fish, Chop & Steak House (7 miles) Steakhouse

  • Area Highlights:
    * Jack London Square Waterfront
    * Dunsmuir House and Gardens
    * Lake Merritt
    * Oakland Zoo
    * Paramount Theatre of Arts
    * Oakland Fox Theater
    * Oakland Museum
    * Western Aerospace Museum
    * Fishermans Wharf

Instructor

Dr Vodder School International Instructor
Address
Mail: 1791 Solano Ave #A8
Berkeley, California 94707
USA
Phone(510) 849-1388
Fax(510) 558=8363

Gay Lee Gulbrandson, a resident of Berkeley, CA, has a BA (Biology) from Beloit College, WI (1971). She is a certified MLD therapist by the Dr Vodder School International (VSNA-DVSI, 1996), and certified Basic Course teacher since 2002. Gay Lee has a thriving private practice in MLD and Combined Decongestive Therapy. Her qualifications and accreditation include certified massage therapist (1979), AMTA member (since 1988), orthopedic massage certification (Hendrickson School 1991), a member of NAVALT® (since 1995), NCBTMB exam certified (1995), NLN member (since 1996) and CLT-LANA certified (2002). Gay Lee has 2 grown sons and is happily married. She has the energy to be an innovative, dynamic and respected teacher who travels frequently to teach MLD throughout the USA.