Explanation of Holistic Massage, how it works and its benefits

Explanation of Holistic Massage and how it brings positive health and wellbeing to the body, the mind and emotions. Exploring what it feels like to be the giver and the receiver of Holistic Massage. Contra-indications of Holistic Massage will be discussed and a handout will be given to you to take away.

Application of strokes and techniques for restoring physical and emotional wellbeing

How to apply to the body the strokes of Holistic Massage. The body will be warmed and relaxed with the strokes of effleurage [a type of massage stroke] progressing gently and sensitively to the deeper kneading strokes. Through hands on experience you will learn how the various strokes relax and stretch the muscles of the body, calming the nervous system, detoxifying the tissues and bringing a sense of serenity to the mind and emotions.

Holistic Massage as a channel for healing, developing your vital core energy

Over the two days you will see how Holistic Massage is a channel for healing energy to flow from your hands. We will work with the breath and learn how to bring our focussed intention into the massage. You will experience how both the giver and receiver benefit spiritually from the massage.

Massage Sequences and towel routine

Massage sequences for the back, neck and shoulders, face and head and a simple whole body. Each massage will embrace all the strokes learnt and you will enjoy what it feels like to give and to receive. For each massage sequence you will learn how to cover the body with towels as appropriate.

Explanation of Aromatherapy, its history and its benefits on the body, mind and emotions

How the practice of Aromatherapy has since ancient times been a powerful force of healing, medicine, scent, ritual, myth and legend. We will delve into the wonderful world of fragrance and perfume, looking at how the scent of an oil makes a vital contribution to its natural healing properties.

Six essential oil profiles, applications and contra-indications

Six essential oil profiles;~ we will look at each essential oil from a uniquely holistic perspective and in a way that reveals the very heart of its action on the body, mind and emotions. We will look at all the various ways that one can apply the essential oils – both for therapeutic benefit and pleasure. Contra indications for use of essential oils will be discussed and handouts given for you to take away.

The ethos of this weekend is complete respect for each person, and for everyone’s individual needs. While receiving massage the parts of the body not being worked on will be covered with towels.

Please bring with you two very large towels and one small towel plus a small shallow bowl or saucer for the massage oil. The carrier oils and the essential oils will be provided.

THIS TRAINING IS SUITABLE FOR USE ON FRIENDS AND FAMILY BUT DOES NOT QUALIFY YOU TO PRACTICE PROFESSIONALLY.