Introduction to Relaxation and Sports Massage for friends and family

If you're thinking about massage therapy as a career or just want to give your friends and family a treat, then this short 8 week course is for you. This course is hands-on (the practical application of massage therapy).

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Campus
Gore
Qualification
Short Course
Level
0
Credits
None
Duration

8 weeks, Tuesday evenings 6-9pm

Dates
TBC
Tuition Fees

Material costs are inclusive.

Direct Material Costs

$220.00 (incl. GST)

International Fees
TBC
Course Outline

If you're thinking about massage therapy as a career or just want to give your friends and family a treat, then this short 10-week course is for you.

This course is hands-on (the practical application of massage therapy).

Students will learn how to offer relaxation massage and gain an understanding of the application of sports massage techniques, and how to apply massage therapy safely and effectively.

Note: On the first night please bring 1 single bed sheet, 2 spa towels or a large fleece throw, 1 pillowcase, 1 hand towel, a pen and paper.

Course Content
  • Massage therapy techniques for relaxation and sports.
  • Safety principles: good hygiene practices, effective draping for privacy and comfort, safe use of equipment, safe application of massage strokes.
  • Good body mechanics when applying massage strokes.
  • Contraindications for massage therapy.

Note: On the first night please bring 1 single bed sheet, 2 spa towels or a large fleece throw, 1 pillowcase, 1 hand towel, a pen and paper.

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