Swedish Massage

Swedish massage is defined by the basic strokes of which it is composed: effleurage (stroking), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (striking), frictions and vibration.
Today massage is widely used on all sorts of people in a wide variety of settings - from baby massage to sports therapy massage to holistic cancer care to aromatherapy spa treatment and all those in between.
On this two day course you will learn a routine which can be adapted for a wide range of uses and clients.

*Please note:
A Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology (or equivalent eg Nursing or Physiotherapy qualification or previous massage or beauty qualification such as Aromatherapy) is a pre-requisite for this course (We are able to provide details of a home study A & P Diploma course costing £125)

Cost: 2 day course - £250 (18 CPD points)

*** Next Available Dates: ***

Wednesday & Thursday February 15th & 16th 2012
10am - 4pm

A deposit of £50 is required to secure your place with the balance due on the day.

Course Objectives:

The history of Swedish Massage
The benefits of massage
How to manage your working environment
The Code of Practice and Insurance for therapists
The Consultation process including contra-indications
Possible contra-actions and aftercare advice to give to clients
Oils for massage
Massage movements
The Swedish Massage routine
How to adapt your routine