INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE                                           

This course teaches treatments based on old Ayurvedic techniques involving work on the upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp and face. A variety of massage movements are applied to relieve accumulated tension, stimulate circulation and restore joint movement.

Total Cost: R2 500.00

SUBJECTS:

Theory:
• history
• contra-indications

 Recognising Diseases:
• infestations
• congenital
• bacterial
• viral
• fungal
• pigmentation disorders
• general disorders * skin cancers

Anatomy and Physiology:
• head. neck, shoulders, vascular, skeletal, neurological
   muscular, skin

Core Subjects:
• professional ethics
• first aid
• salon safety
• hygiene and sterilisation
• client handling
• business studies
• consultation
• home care advice

Practical:
• effects of treatments
• consultation
• set up working area
• recognise contra-indications
• recognise scalp conditions
• demonstrate classical massage movements
• perform a treatment on a fully clothed client
   (without a massage medium)
• demonstrate high standard of hygiene and
   professionalism
• complete treatment in commercially acceptable time
• aftercare and advice
• communicate with a wide range of clients

 SWEDISH BODY MASSAGE                                       

Total Cost: R1 850.00

The Swedish Massage training course is for persons who want to learn the relaxation / sports techniques of massage. Swedish Massage is the basis of all other massage procedures. This course provides you with an in-depth knowledge of massage, muscles, client diagnosis and treatment.

Treatment:
• classical massage movements
• pressure point techniques
• benefits & effects (psychological & physiological)
• techniques
• Viennese massage
• manipulation of skin and muscle tissues

 SHIATSU MASSAGE                                                    

This Japanese bodywork technique uses pressure to stimulate points on acupuncture meridians. Individuals will gain a working knowledge of the location of meridians on the body useful for treating specific conditions.

Total Cost: R2 500.00

Anatomy and Physiology:
• introduction
• guidelines
• energy flow / energising
• history
• contra indications / precautions
• stress & tension
• relaxation

Treatment:
• technique
• location of points

Regions:
• head and neck
• abdominal area and lower intestines
• shoulders
• back

Conditions:
• pain and stiffness
• headaches and migraines
• eyestrain
• indigestion / heartburn
• nausea
• muscle tension
• allergic reactions
• colds and flu
• menstrual pains
• insomnia
• depression
• sports injuries

HOT STONE MASSAGE                                                Total Cost: R1 500.00 This technique uses heated Basalt Lava stones that warm the client's muscles, allowing a much deeper working on the tissues than a conventional massage. Individuals will learn the therapeutic usage of laying hot and cold stones on certain areas of the body as well as advanced massage techniques.   INFANT MASSAGE                                                        Total Cost: R1 500.00 The Baby Massage course is designed to teach the theory and practice of how to use Baby Massage. Infant or pediatric massage refers to the process of stroking the muscles of an infant using a variety of specialised massage techniques. Vocalisation, eye-to-eye contact and other positive behavioural reinforcements are also important components of the massage.