Gentle Foam Roller Exercises and DIY Massage for Real, Lasting Relief
Relieve tension, move with ease, and reset your nervous system through guided foam rolling at Release Technique™
Stream guided foam rolling classes, join live workshops, or become a certified foam rolling teacher—anytime, anywhere.
Feeling Tight, Tense, and Stuck in Your Body?
Relief Starts With a Foam Roller…
Take charge of your aches and pains
The right kind of rolling encourages the deepest body awareness. Let go of your fear. Be in control of your muscular aches and pains by learning how to work through them.
Manage your stress through self massage
When done in a specific way, rolling is a tremendous teacher of unwinding the nervous system and releasing mental and emotional stress.
Adopt the ultimate self care routine
Be kind, patient and practice self-love. Protect your time, especially when your world feels busy or chaotic. Release Technique™ can easily become your go-to for self care.
Move with efficiency and ease
Rolling properly to eliminate tension in the myofascia will bring optimal function to the muscles, making your workouts, your dog walks, your steps upstairs and your gardening hour easier and more accessible.
Your journey starts with a gentle invitation back into your body. Whether you're feeling stiff from long hours at your desk, managing lower back pain, or simply craving a moment of calm, these guided foam roller classes are here to support you—one breath, one roll, one release at a time.
Designed for yoga teachers, Pilates instructors, massage therapists, and movement educators, this teacher training will deepen your ability to guide others through safe, fascia-informed foam rolling. You’ll learn trauma-aware techniques, nervous system–based cueing, and effective modifications that integrate seamlessly into your existing practice—giving you a therapeutic skillset your clients will return to again and again.
See What Others Say About Release Technique Classes
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"It makes such a big difference in how my quads, hips, and low back are feeling, and if I go too long without doing this roll, I can definitely tell--tight legs, tight back, less flexibility."
Pete B.
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"I have chronic lower back pain, and my outer hips have been stuck in external rotation for ages. After I performed these techniques, my back and core felt so much better - my leg muscles were no longer knotted up."
Nancy L.
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"My jaw has been sore and tight for years from clenching my teeth. I cannot express how much this has helped me and how immediate the results were!"
Monica K.
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“I always come back to this class. It hits all the points for me every time.”
Erica M.
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"I have chronic neck/shoulder pain and this one helped SO much! It even gave me some minor headache relief today."
Brenda A.
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“The neck stretches were definitely needed this week, this was great!"
Nadia S.
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“Maggie, you teach magic! I'm noticing the muscles in my upper traps and neck are sore but are loosening up.”
Krystyna F.
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"Great rolling class, Maggie! My low back was a bit cranky post workout, and these three breath-filled offerings really helped."
Nala T.
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“I felt a huge release. Suffer from TMJ grinding at night and tension during the day. I will continue this every day"
Amanda B.
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“This was great! I really loved the big, stretchy moves on the roller and my feet + lower legs felt amazing afterwards. I can't wait to do this after a run!"
Jessica B.
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"Thank for offering this! Truly so helpful with my TMJ migraine."
Alexa H.
Guided Foam Rolling Classes That Meet You Where You Are
Release Technique offers a library of gentle, soothing foam roller exercises that work like your own DIY massage session without the appointments, pressure, or intensity.
Through full foam rolling routines, guided classes and powerful, gentle techniques, you’ll learn how to:
Ease lower back pain and neck tension
Calm your nervous system for deeper rest and emotional ease
Feel better in your body, even on your busiest days
Whether you want to feel more mobile in your hips or teach this method to others, you’re in the right place.
On-Demand Foam Rolling Masterclasses
These on-demand classes teach you the fundamentals of foam rolling while gently easing the spots that carry the most stress—think tight hips, sore shoulders, and stiff lower backs. With just 15 minutes a day, you’ll begin to feel more open, relaxed, and present. Begin with a free mini class, no pressure.
Release Technique Membership
Stay consistent with your foam rolling practice through our supportive membership community. Inside, you’ll get fresh weekly foam rolling routines to keep your body feeling mobile, relaxed, and pain-free; plus access to gentle, modifiable movement workouts that build strength without burnout. No pelvic tucking, no punishing workouts—just movement that meets you where you are and leaves you feeling better.
Seasonal Live Classes
Join a month long guided live foam rolling series designed to ease tension, improve mobility, and connect you with a supportive community. Offered both in-person and virtually via Zoom, so you never roll alone. Offered just a few times a year, spots fill fast—so when doors open, don’t wait.
Still Not Sure Where to Start? Introducing the Evening Release Ritual!
Still Not Sure Where to Start? Introducing the Evening Release Ritual!
Discover Your Bedtime Calm in 12 Minutes
Includes free PDF and soothing audio guide + gentle upper body releases to reset your nervous system before bed.
Short, science-backed 3-step sequence
Designed to ease tech-neck, jaw tension & evening stress
Reinforces parasympathetic calm with gentle touch & breath
Teach Foam Rolling with Confidence—Without Burning Out
A Smarter Way to Work in Wellness
You’ve spent years giving your energy, hands, and heart to your clients. What if you could keep helping people feel amazing—without wearing yourself down?
The Release Technique Foam Rolling Teacher Training helps wellness professionals like you integrate fascia-focused foam rolling into your classes, private sessions, and workshops—without adding strain or burnout.
Through This Teacher Training, You’ll Be Able To:
Teach one class. Support ten clients. Earn more—with less wear and tear.
Add foam rolling to your current offerings (no extra hustle required).
Hand clients take-home tools that actually work—and keep them coming back.
Offer fascia-focused, nervous-system-soothing sessions that stand out.
Made for Educators, Bodyworkers & Burnout-Resistant Pros
You’ll leave with a certification, class plans, done-for-you sequences, and a proven system that blends science, self-regulation, and real results.
It’s not just another skill—it’s career longevity.
Leala, Certified Massage and Fascial Stretch Therapist
“I’ve been foam rolling with Release Techniques every night, and I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my bodywork. Such an awesomely empowering tool.”
When asked how her bodywork has improved, Leala said:
“My tissue read is more attuned the way it is when I’m receiving regular bodywork. I feel like I’m more in the flow with each client’s particular tension patterns and can see the whole picture as well as individual areas of concern.”
Release Technique Foam Rolling FAQ
What does foam rolling actually do for my body?
Foam rolling is a self-massage technique that relieves muscle tension, improves circulation, and restores natural movement. It also supports nervous system regulation by helping your body shift from stress to rest. If you sit for long hours or wake up stiff, just a few minutes of foam rolling can help you feel more open, grounded, and at ease.You can try it tonight with my Free Evening Release Ritual—a 3-step foam rolling routine to calm your body before bed.
Which foam roller should I use?
If you're new to this, start with a classic smooth foam roller—soft density is best. We recommend one that’s soft enough to feel good but firm enough to work. If you need help choosing, I share all my roller recommendations in class and on my Resources Page. The roller you use should support—not stress—your body.
Is foam rolling supposed to hurt?
Not here. A lot of fitness culture tells you to "grit through the pain," but that’s not how your body heals. Foam rolling should feel nourishing—like a release, not a punishment. We teach pain-free, therapist-informed techniques that soothe the body and regulate your nervous system. You’ll learn how to adjust pressure, pace, and positioning so your body says thank you (not ouch).
Can I join if I’ve never tried foam rolling before?
Absolutely. Our foam rolling classes for beginners are designed to meet you exactly where you are. We teach the fundamentals of foam rolling step by step, so you can feel confident, safe, and supported from the start. You’ll learn proper technique, how to work with your body (not against it), and how to use the roller in a way that feels nourishing—not overwhelming. We also offer short foam rolling classes you can fit into your week, even with a full schedule.
How often should I foam roll?
Once or twice a week can make a big difference. Think of it like brushing your teeth—but for your fascia. A consistent, low-effort foam rolling practice helps reduce built-up tension, ease nagging aches, and prevent the kind of pain that sneaks in after long workdays. Inside my 3-Class Pack, we have short routines you can stick to—no willpower required.
Can foam rolling help with back pain or stress?
Yes, and yes. Most people don’t realize that back pain is often caused by tight hips or poor posture from sitting. Foam rolling gently restores balance to your whole system. And because we focus on downshifting your nervous system, you’ll feel both physical relief and emotional calm. Our clients often say they feel “lighter” and “more like themselves” after just one session.
Meet your teacher
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Meet your teacher ✳
MAGGIE
Certified Massage Therapist & Fascial Stretch Therapist, 16 years
Hi, I'm Maggie!
Pleasure to meet you. I've been a massage therapist since 2007, a Fascial Stretch Therapist since 2014, a fitness instructor since 2009 and a ballet dancer all my life. In 2013 I created a full body, self massage class called Release Technique where people learn how to release tension and stress while becoming empowered to be their own massage therapists. I opened and operated a successful studio based on its concept and now train massage therapists, yoga instructors and fitness trainers how to teach the class to their clients.
I thrive on teaching people how to take charge of their aches and pains through this method of foam rolling that is unique, relaxing and deeply effective.