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Discover the ancient and highly therapeutic practice of Indian head massage. Learn how tension is held in the neck and shoulders and how to alleviate this in family and friends by practising a basic...
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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.

5 Dates Available

  • Start Date: 07 Feb 2026
    End Date: 08 Feb 2026
    Sat-Sun (Daytime): 10:00 - 16:30
    In Person
    Location: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
    Duration: 2 sessions
    Course Code: FNQ27
    Tutors:  Monica Clarke
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £219.00
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  • Start Date: 07 Apr 2026
    End Date: 07 Apr 2026
    Tue (Daytime): 10:00 - 17:00
    In Person
    Location: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
    Duration: 1 session
    Course Code: FNQ73
    Tutors:  Oge Okoh
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £139.00
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  • Start Date: 26 Apr 2026
    End Date: 26 Apr 2026
    Sun (Daytime): 10:00 - 16:30
    In Person
    Location: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
    Duration: 1 session
    Course Code: FNQ60
    Tutors:  Monica Clarke
    Full fee £109.00 Senior fee £109.00 Concession £109.00
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  • Start Date: 09 May 2026
    End Date: 09 May 2026
    Sat (Daytime): 10:00 - 16:30
    In Person
    Location: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
    Duration: 1 session
    Course Code: FNQ15
    Tutors:  Hilary Lyons
    Full fee £109.00 Senior fee £109.00 Concession £109.00
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Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £219.00

What is the course about?

This is a course for beginners to learn how to perform Indian head massage on friends and family. Explore how tension is held in the neck and shoulders and learn how to help ease it with this popular traditional technique.

What will we cover?

- Full Indian head massage routine
- History and benefits of Indian head massage
- Contra-indications and safety
- Traditional Indian hair oils, their uses and benefits.

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

- Perform Indian head massage on friends and family
- Recognise how tension is held in the neck and shoulders
- Have an insight into the history and theory of Indian head massage
- Recognise the benefits of Indian head massage
- Recognise when not to massage.

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

 This introductory massage course is designed for beginners or those with limited experience, requiring you to read and write short sentences, follow verbal instructions, and understand handouts

If you have any medical condition, please check with your GP whether it is suitable for you to undertake a bodywork. If needed alternative practical tasks and adjustments may be made where reasonable.

Is there anything else we should know about your health before you enrol for a course? If there is, please contact Health@Citylit.ac.uk.

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

This is a practical course involving lots of hands-on experience and practise. There will some short lectures and mini-quizzes.

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

No other cost.

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

This course may lead you on to attending the following courses: - Accredited courses such as the Level 3 Diploma in Massage course or the Level 3 Complementary Therapies course; Introduction to Aromatherapy; Introduction to Reflexology; Reiki; Anatomy and Physiology; Other related health and body work courses.

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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.