2026 Pfrimmer Convention
October 24, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | Noblesville, IN
2026 International Association of Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapists Annual Convention
Elevate Your Practice. Transform Your Impact.
October 24, 2026 | Hamilton County Fire Fighters Union Hall (399 S 14th St, Noblesville, IN 46060)
Join us for a focused and hands-on learning experience designed to strengthen your skills and expand your impact as a Pfrimmer therapist. This year’s Convention features Advanced Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) training with Rob Kelly, LMT, CLT.
This is an advanced course and is only open to those who attended last year’s Convention. Your registration includes participation in the IAPDMT membership meeting and 6 continuing education hours. This will be the final year that MLD is offered at Convention.
Schedule & Overview
Schedule at a Glance
Saturday | October 24
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Pfrimmer Review
Membership Meeting
10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Advanced Manual Lymph Drainage (6 CEUs)
Important: This is an advanced course and you must have attended last year’s Convention in order to attend this year’s Advanced Manual Lymph Drainage portion.
What to Bring
Massage table and linens
Notepad and pen
Food and beverages (no meals will be provided; a 30-minute lunch break is scheduled).
What to Wear
For hands-on practice in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, mid‑thigh shorts paired with a modest, sleeveless top are ideal for comfort, easy movement, and access to the limbs during treatment. A place to change will be provided.
Additional Details
CEUs: 6
Lunch: Not provided — please bring your own food and beverages
Important Updates for 2026
This is the last year that Manual Lymph Drainage will be offered at Convention.
This is an advanced course and is only open to those who attended last year’s Convention.
Attendees must bring their own lunch and drinks; a meal will not be provided to help keep registration costs affordable .
Lunch break will be limited to 30 minutes to allow for an earlier dismissal.
Registration & Pricing
Early Bird (Register by September 13, 2026)
Members: $275
Non-Members: Saturday: $325
Standard Pricing (After September 13, 2026)
Members: Saturday: $325
Non-Members: Saturday: $375
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Course Description
Advanced Lymphatic Drainage
This advanced manual lymph drainage (MLD) course provides comprehensive instruction in techniques for addressing dysfunctions of the lymphatic system, including conditions involving the medial knee, deep abdomen, and superior neck. Participants will learn methods to optimize fluid movement within the body and around scar tissue by utilizing palpation and lymphatic/fascial mobilization strategies. The curriculum also includes instruction on MLD for the liver and lungs.
Please note that this advanced course is only open to participants who attended the introductory course at the 2025 Pfrimmer Convention.
About Your Instructor: Rob Kelly, LMT, CLT
With over 27 years of experience in clinical massage therapy and more than two decades as an educator, Rob Kelly brings both deep expertise and passionate instruction to this year’s Pfrimmer Convention. A Certified Lymphedema Therapist trained through the Academy of Lymphatic Studies, Rob specializes in manual lymph drainage, CranioSacral Therapy, neuromuscular techniques, and fascial mobilization. Through his private practice and his teaching with Rob Kelly Seminars, he is known for blending evidence-based techniques with the art of healing touch to help clients and students alike reduce pain, improve function, and elevate their practice. Rob’s extensive background—ranging from sports and orthopedic massage to oncology and lymphatic care—makes his teaching especially relevant for Pfrimmer practitioners seeking to expand their skills in addressing inflammation, swelling, and tissue health through effective lymphatic techniques.