Stone, skin, release.
Five minutes of release — visible by the mirror.
Self-paced. Complete in one afternoon. First client served within three days. Built for practitioners adding a clinical fascia + lymphatic add-on to every appointment.
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Gua Sha, in motion.
A glimpse of the work — face, neck, and décolletage protocols you’ll master.
Built by
Mona Dan, L.Ac., MTOM
Licensed acupuncturist (L.Ac., MTOM). Founder of VIE HEALING. Named “The Queen of Ear Seeds” by Harper’s Bazaar. Read the full story →
What it is
Fascia released. Lymph mobilized. Microcirculation surged.
Two thousand years of mechanical bodywork — clinical, beautiful, fast.
A two-thousand-year-old Traditional Chinese Medicine technique using a smooth-edged tool — traditionally jade or buffalo horn, now refined into rose quartz or surgical-grade stainless steel — to press and stroke the skin along specific channels. The technique releases fascia, mobilizes lymphatic fluid, and triggers a measurable increase in microcirculation. The client feels heat and softening within minutes.
This is mechanical bodywork meets meridian theory — three pathways at once: fascial release, microcirculation increase, and parasympathetic activation. Modern research in the Journal of Pain Research (2017) and BMC Complementary Medicine (2014) has documented measurable shifts in tissue perfusion and pain scores.
What began as a household remedy in rural China is now a clinical add-on in luxury spas, professional sports medicine, and post-surgical recovery programs. Estheticians integrate it into facial protocols. Massage therapists add it for fascia and lymphatic work. Licensed practitioners build full clinical care plans.
Why this
Gua Sha vs. other therapies.
Gua Sha
- Versatile across conditions
- Non-invasive — no needles, no harsh marks
- Easy to administer in a single session
- Low-risk and gentle on every body
- Cost-effective backbar and retail unit economics
- Suitable for all ages and most conditions
Other Therapies
- Limited to narrow indications
- Invasive — needles, suction, sometimes pain
- Complicated to apply, longer protocols
- Medium-to-high risk profile
- Higher cost per session for client and practitioner
- Age- and condition-restricted
What you’ll help your clients with
Six outcomes. Three decades of clinical research behind each one.
Neck + Shoulder Tension
Help your clients with chronic muscular tension, trigger points, and the postural strain of modern desk life. Research has documented measurable reductions in tissue tightness and pain.
Journal of Pain Research, 2017.
Jaw + TMJ
Help your clients with jaw tension, bruxism, and TMJ-related pain. Gua sha applied along the masseter and pterygoid lines releases held tension in a way deep tissue cannot reach.
Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 2019.
Headaches + Migraines
Help your clients with tension headaches and migraine prevention. Gua sha along the occipital ridge and temporal lines reduces frequency and severity of episodic headaches.
Pain Medicine, 2020.
Facial Rejuvenation
Help your clients with facial puffiness, jawline definition, and lymphatic flow. The clinical version of facial gua sha measurably reduces edema and improves contour after a single session.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021.
Lymphatic Drainage
Help your clients with edema, post-flight puffiness, and lymphatic stagnation. Gua sha mobilizes lymphatic fluid along the body’s major channels.
Lymphology, 2018.
Post-Workout Recovery
Help your clients recover faster from training and reduce delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Used by Olympic athletes and physical therapists.
Sports Medicine, 2019.
What you receive
The Master Class and the tools to deliver it.
The Rose Quartz Gua Sha
The signature VIE HEALING rose quartz tool — softness, cooling, feminine register. The same tool used at the spa teams of Rosewood and The Beverly Hills Hotel.
The Jade Gua Sha
Surgical-grade jade for fascial release and lymphatic mobilization. The cornerstone tool of the curriculum.
The Master Class Kit
Full curriculum kit — printed booklet, fascia map, gua sha tool set, treatment oils, and protocol ringlet. Everything you need to begin treating.
The curriculum
Eight modules. Self-paced. Complete in one afternoon.
Module One
Understand the clinical foundation of gua sha
Understand the clinical foundation of gua sha
Module Two
Read the fascia + meridian map fluently
Read the fascia + meridian map fluently
Module Three
Apply the five clinical protocols
Apply the five clinical protocols
Module Four
Stroke with clinical precision
Stroke with clinical precision
Module Five
Assess clients and select the right protocol
Assess clients and select the right protocol
Module Six
Integrate gua sha into your service menu
Integrate gua sha into your service menu
Module Seven
Price, package, and convert
Price, package, and convert
Module Eight
Earn the Master Class certification
Earn the Master Class certification
From a graduate
“I have learned so much — what a great course. I feel very well informed on all the aspects of safely performing gua sha.”
— Gabriela Breevaart
Serene Aesthetics · Sacramento, CA
5★ · Verified VIE HEALING graduate
More graduate stories will appear here as we collect them with explicit consent.
Three ways to take the Master Class
Train. Set up. Integrate.
Each tier builds on the last. Start with the Master Class. Add the backbar. Integrate the full system into your spa when you’re ready.
Tier One
Master Class
$495
One-time · Lifetime access
The training. Learn the modality. Earn the certificate.
- 8 self-paced video modules with Mona Dan, L.Ac., MTOM
- The complete VIE HEALING Gua Sha training booklet
- Digital Fascia Map + 24 Protocol Maps
- VIE HEALING practitioner certificate
- Eligibility for Pro Backbar wholesale pricing
Most chosen · Founding 100 save $500
Pro Backbar
$995
One-time · Treatment use only · Ships in 3 business days
The training plus the gua sha treatment backbar. Begin serving clients within the week.
- 5 Jade Gua Sha Tools
- 5 Rose Quartz Gua Sha Tools
- 5 Bian Stone Gua Sha Tools
- PDF training booklet for full staff
- Protocol cards
Tier Three
Turnkey Spa
$2,500
Up to 5 staff · Full retail integration
Preferred by Leading Hotels & Spas
Training, treatment backbar, and the retail collection — fully installed.
- Everything in Pro Backbar
- 12 Jade Gua Sha Tools
- 12 Rose Quartz Gua Sha Tools
- 12 Bian Stone Gua Sha Tools
- Spa certification + marketing support
- On-site brand immersion with Mona Dan (by daily rate)
Each tier is available across all four modalities. Pick one to start. Bundle all four at $1,495 (10% off).
Complete the practice
Most VIE-certified practitioners add two or three modalities over time.
Each Master Class teaches a distinct pathway. Together, they form the complete VIE HEALING standard for modern Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Pairs with
Cupping
Fascia release + decompression = the complete bodywork sequence. Run them together for the most-requested luxury recovery treatment.
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Pairs with
Ear Seeding
Body release + nervous-system finish. The pairing your clients describe to their friends.
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Completes with
VYBRA
VYBRA’s vibration mode amplifies the fascia work you’ll learn here. The full mechanical-bodywork toolkit in one device.
Explore →
Or take them all
The four Master Classes — bundled.
$1,980 individually
$1,495
Save $485 · the complete TCM standard
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Reorder for your gua sha practice.
Backbar inventory for credentialed practitioners. Restock at wholesale, ship in 3 business days.
Frequently asked
How quickly can I start earning revenue from this?
The Master Class is self-paced — most practitioners complete it in a single afternoon. With backbar inventory in hand, you can serve your first client the next day. Within three days of enrolling, most graduates are charging for the service and have already begun covering the cost of the Master Class. The full $495 is typically paid back within the first 20 services.
Do I need to be a licensed practitioner?
No. The Master Class is open to licensed acupuncturists, estheticians, massage therapists, beauty professionals, spa staff, and entrepreneurs. The certificate confirms your VIE HEALING Master Class status — it does not replace state-licensing requirements where they apply.
Can my whole spa team take this — including front desk?
Yes. Gua sha is uniquely accessible. Estheticians integrate it into facial protocols. Massage therapists add it for fascia and lymphatic work. Licensed practitioners build full clinical care plans. The Master Class meets every role where it is. For multi-staff training, see Turnkey Spa ($2,500).
What if I enroll and decide it’s not for me?
7-day cancellation window, provided you haven’t progressed past Module 1. The intro module is your risk-free preview. Once you’ve moved into Module 2, the enrollment is non-refundable — this keeps the curriculum honest for the practitioners who are serious about the work.
What does the certificate actually do?
Two things. It establishes your VIE HEALING Master Class status — recognized within our hospitality and clinical network. And it unlocks your eligibility to purchase from Pro Backbar at wholesale pricing — typically a 50% discount versus retail.
How is this different from a free YouTube tutorial?
The Master Class is a complete training program — eight modules, five clinical protocols, the placement technique, the integration playbook, the revenue strategy, and the certified completion. It is the same training Mona Dan delivers to the spa teams of Rosewood, Four Seasons, Auberge, and 1 Hotels. It is not an introductory primer.
Founding 100 — what is that?
The first 100 Master Class graduates can upgrade to Pro Backbar at $495 (saving $500) within a 30-day window. It’s a one-time founding-cohort offer. Once 100 enrollees have claimed it, the offer returns to standard pricing.
Gua Sha Master Class
The Master Class begins the moment you enroll.
$495
One-time · Lifetime access · 7-day cancellation pre-Module 1
Enroll NowCancel within seven days — provided you haven’t progressed past Module 1 — for a full refund. After that, the work begins.
