Deep tissue massage: a CPD workshop
This is for therapists who hold a Level 3 qualification in massage.
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Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.
- Start Date: 03 Jun 2025End Date: 10 Jun 2025Tue (Daytime): 10:00 - 16:30In PersonLocation: Kean Street Wellbeing CentreDuration: 2 sessions (over -2 weeks)Course Code: FPD58Tutors: Mark WoollardFull fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £229.00
- Start Date: 11 Jul 2025End Date: 18 Jul 2025Fri (Daytime): 10:00 - 16:30In PersonLocation: Kean Street Wellbeing CentreDuration: 2 sessions (over -2 weeks)Course Code: FPD66Tutors: Janet LeeFull fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £229.00
- Start Date: 27 Sep 2025End Date: 28 Sep 2025Sat-Sun (Daytime): 10:00 - 16:30In PersonLocation: Kean Street Wellbeing CentreDuration: 2 sessions (over -2 weeks)Course Code: FPD65Tutors: Mark WoollardFull fee £249.00 Senior fee £249.00 Concession £249.00
- Start Date: 29 Nov 2025End Date: 30 Nov 2025Sat-Sun (Daytime): 10:00 - 16:30In PersonLocation: Kean Street Wellbeing CentreDuration: 2 sessions (over -2 weeks)Course Code: FPD68Tutors: Mark WoollardFull fee £249.00 Senior fee £249.00 Concession £249.00
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What is the course about?
This is a two day CPD course designed for learners of holistic massage who wish to progress to competent practice of deep tissue massage. Learners will gain the necessary practical and theoretical skills needed to provide a safe and effective massage treatment using deep tissue techniques to professional standards.
What will we cover?
- Introduction to Deep Tissue Techniques
- Introduction to palpation and trigger points
- Working in side position
- Use of elbows, forearms, knuckles
- Use and importance of posture.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Demonstrate the correct use of posture
- Demonstrate deep tissue skills, including working from a side position
- Demonstrate basic palpatory skills to determine areas of tension, enabling you to focus on your routine
- Demonstrate the use basic trigger point skills.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Post Graduate/CPD. You will need to have completed a Level 3 qualification in massage (including anatomy and physiology). You will also need to have sufficient literacy, numeracy and ICT skills, to Level 2 or equivalent.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Presentation, practical demonstration, pair work, small and large group work, practical work, and home practice.This is a practical two day course.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
The collage will provide towles, wipes,sanitiser and massage oils. Please bring a notepad and pen.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
A range of other CPD courses for professional therapists is available such as: Advanced massage using sports massage techniques, Pregnancy massage, Japanese Facial Rejuvenation, Onsite massage, Indian head massage, etc.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.