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Introduction to Massage Course

Cost: £65

This introduction course offers a taster to Swedish Massage, hence allowing you to learn about the therapy and how to perform a basic massage to see if it is for you, without having to commit yourself to a fully accredited course. However this course will provide the ideal preparation should you wish to go onto the VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Swedish Massage ot the VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy. By the end of the course you will be able you to perform a basic massage routine for your family and friends with a confident manner and you will be awarded a Cheshire Massage Academy Certificate.

There are no formal assessments on this course.

Who would benefit from this course?

This beginners' Swedish massage course is designed for anyone from complete novices to enthusiastic amateurs. The one day workshop offers an introduction to swedish body massage and all relevant theoretical underlying principles. The objective of the workshop is to allow you to be confident in your touch and understand the nature of what you are doing and be able to massage your family and friends.

Course dates

Duration: 1 day 10.30am - 4.30pm

Type of Course
Course Date
DurationReference Booking
Sunday - course full
14 March
1 day
ISM
Wednesday - in Chester
17 March
1 day
CISM
Saturday
15 May
1 day
ISMY
Tuesday - in Chester
18 May 
1 day ISMYC
Saturday
14 Aug 
1 day ISAG
Saturday
23 Oct 
1 day ISO

If you experiene any problems with the online booking form, please download a printed cma booking form here.

What is the course content?

  • The history of Swedish massage
  • Benefits & effects of Swedish massage
  • Contra-indications
  • Swedish Massage techniques
  • Preparation for treatment
  • After treatment care
  • The 4 types of massage movement: effluerage, pettrisage, kneading & percussion
  • Swedish massage routine for the back, front and back of legs. 

What does the course include?

  • One day workshop including tutoring & practical
  • Personalised course folder containing all course content & additional notes
  • Refreshments throughout the course
  • Informal teaching style allowing course members to ask questions and make input
  • Numbers are limited so teaching is kept on a personal level

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course.

Contact us

Download a Prospectus here cheshire massage academy prospectus  or make an Training Course Enquiry.

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