Massage for friends

Learn basic massage skills with a friend or partner. Learn about how tension is held in the body, with reference to the anatomy and muscular structure. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring massage oil and two towels per person. Ideal preparation for the accredited ITEC courses. As enrolment is for pairs only, it's easier to enrol by phone on 020 7831 7831.

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Key course information

Dates
27/05/12 - 03/06/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
2 weeks

Time
10:15 - 17:15

Fees
Full fee: £99^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
FNQ85

Availability
Available
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^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

Still got questions?
health@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2622

Course outline

What is the course about?

An opportunity to learn basic massage skills and achieve a sense of relaxation and recognise where tension is held in the body. PLEASE NOTE: ENROLMENT IN PAIRS ONLY.

What topics will we cover?

- Introduction to hygiene, towel management and care of the person being massaged
- Back/shoulders clothed/sitting
- Back/shoulders unclothed/lying down using oil
- Head/neck, face
- Legs or arms
- Introduction to the effects of stress on the different body systems and the effect of massage.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Safely guide a person into a suitable position for massage with attention to hygiene and care of person
- Perform a variety of effective massage techniques to various areas of the body
- Practise some easy relaxation techniques
- Describe some of the effects of stress has on the body and how massage may help relieve this.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Introductory level - no previous knowledge required. You are required to read and write short sentences, follow verbal instructions and extract information from handouts.

PLEASE SEE THE PRE-BODYWORK CHECK LIST BELOW
The following list is to be used as a guide when deciding whether you wish to undertake a course in body work. We have strict guidelines as we aim to protect the health and safety of students in training and those they practise on during and after the course, whilst providing widest possible access. If you have suffered from any of the conditions listed, please check with a GP whether it is suitable for you to undertake a bodywork course and bring a referral letter from your GP with enrolment form to Health & Movement Studies during Advice & Guidance hours for validation. If you have not checked, or if it is not suitable, please do not participate in a bodywork class/course.
- Epilepsy
- Diabetes
- An untreated medical condition
- Spinal injuries
- A recent operation
- Severe skin disorders
- Severe mental illness
- On medication
- Cardiovascular disorders (high blood pressure, severe varicose veins, heart problems, thrombosis)
- Bone or joint disorders (Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis)
- Pregnancy (or post natal)
- Endocrine disorders
- Knee Problems (for Shiatsu, Thai massage and introductory massage courses only)
- Is there anything else we should know about your health before you enrol for a course? If there is, please let us know.
If accepted onto a course, a student could be given alternative practical tasks and adjustments may be made where reasonable. However, a student could be asked to leave the course if any situation were to arise which could endanger the well being of that student, or any other student. It is for instance not suitable to work on another student, if you are taking medication that affects your concentration or if you have uncontrolled fits which could cause a danger to others during an activity.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

- Discussion
- Demonstration
- Practice
- Relaxation awareness
- Feedback and questions.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

You will need to bring with you to class the following items:

- 3 large towels (one for underneath, two for the top)
- Antiseptic wet wipes (for hand and feet cleaning)
- Base oil(e.g. olive, almond or grapeseed) for massage purposes. Choose a suitable oil for your skin type and one that you are happy to have applied to your body. *Please note: If you are allergic to nuts, choose an oil that is not nut-based.
- Pen and paper

Information on further reading and training will be available.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

- Further introductory bodywork courses
- ITEC Holistic Massage diploma.

For further details please contact the Health and Movement Studies Office.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30

Non term-time Tuesday 17.30 - 18.30 Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
27/05/12 to 03/06/12	Sun	10:15 - 17:15	2 weeks	£99	£99	£99	FNQ85	Available	» Select
19/09/11 to 05/12/11	Mon	19:45 - 21:45	12 weeks	£179	£179	£89	FNQ14	Finished	» Select
16/10/11 to 23/10/11	Sun	10:15 - 17:15	2 weeks	£99	£99	£99	FNQ86	Finished	» Select

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Health and movement studies

Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

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