Introduction to Relaxation and Sports Massage for friends and family
Allied Health
A course by
SIT
A short, hands-on 8 week course introducing relaxation and sports massage techniques for non-professionals, focusing on safe, effective massage for friends and family.
NZ$220
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate relaxation massage techniques
Offer basic relaxation massage to friends and family.
Apply sports massage techniques
Gain an understanding of and apply basic sports massage techniques safely and effectively.
About This Course
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 covers practical, hands-on massage therapy with a focus on relaxation and sports massage techniques, safety, hygiene, equipment use, and body mechanics.
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
Build towards these roles
Personal use of massage techniquesInitial step towards further massage therapy study or employment
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