Interested in massage but don't know where to begin? Why not try this general introduction to massage! Learn about the many benefits of massage, as well as basic massage techniques to use on friends and family.
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This is an introductory course covering brief history of massage, benefits, and easy to follow techniques to allow you to practice on yourself, friends and family. Focussing on the extremities (feet, arms, hands), this course will enable you to practice massage without the need to undress. You will learn key massage techniques which you can use to ease muscle tension and aid relaxation.
What will we cover?
Brief History of massage Benefits of massage Contraindications to massage Practical massage techniques Massage oils.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Identify 2 commonly used massage oils - Name some of the contra-indications to massage - List the benefits of massage - Demonstrate basic massage techniques - Perform basic massage of hands, arms and feet on friends and family.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This is an introductory course, no prior experience is required, just willingness to give and receive massage.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
This will be an experiential workshop with some theory taught via a presentation, most of the workshop will be hands on and practical. You’ll be in pairs for practical elements of the workshop
There is no additional work outside class.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Notepad/pen. Two towels. Please wear a top with short sleeves, for easy access to the hands and arms.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
You can go on to other introductory massage or complementary therapy courses including reflexology, aromatherapy, facial skin care, holistic massage. There are also several accredited courses for those thinking of practising professionally.
Jan has been a practising therapist for over fifteen years, and a tutor for ten years. She practises nutrition, holistic massage, aromatherapy, reflexology, Indian head massage, Thai yoga massage, Japanese facial rejuvenation and pregnancy massage. She currently teaches massage, reflexology, manual lymphatic drainage, facials, stone therapy, nutrition, and anatomy and physiology courses at City Lit and other London colleges. Jan is passionate about health and wellbeing. In her spare time, she enjoys increasing her holistic knowledge, cooking, playing tennis, travelling and theatre.
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We’re sorry. We don’t have a bio ready for the tutor of this class at the moment, but we’re working on it! Watch this space.
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I joined this marvellous industry back in 2004 when I started my training in Swedish massage. At first I was doing it as my 'back up' career as I wanted to be an actor. But before I knew it, I'd fallen in love with holistic therapy and well-being and now it has been my full time career for almost twenty years! After catching 'the bug', I trained in Indian head massage, reflexology, facials, reiki, deep tissue, hot stone and lymphatic drainage massage. The list goes on! I keep adding new qualifications to my extensive repertoire every year as I think its important not to become stagnant and to keep learning. As the old adage goes, "KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!" And there's nothing more powerful than complementary medicine. As well as teaching, I currently run my own mobile therapy business and it makes me feel old that I've been treating some of my clients for over fifteen years. I love nothing more than seeing the joy on a client's face after every single treatment. I can't wait to see you on a course in the future. I just love passing on my knowledge and passion to the therapists of the future!
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.
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