Deep Tissue Massage I

Deep Tissue Massage & Advanced Techniques


For qualified massage practitioners (level 3 AP&P and bodywork minimum)
Learn the foundations of For the full Deep Tissue Massage in this online only course, which is the optimal preparation for our practical 4 day course (videos of the practical days in Deep Tissue II&III, these are also available for purchase).

The online element focuses on anatomy and pathology recap and introduces safe ergonomics and theory of techniques. If you are booking separately for the practical days, you will receive a discount by emailing enquiries@massage-training.co.uk.

Please note that the entire Deep Tissue I, II and III content is available for people who book onto the full 4 day course, which is normally split over 2 weekends. The next one is scheduled for 5th and 6th February & 5th and 6th March 2022 and costs £420. You will receive the course content of Deep Tissue I as soon as you book through https://www.massage-training.co.uk/courses/deep-tissue-massage-advanced-techniques-4-days/.

  • Anatomy Essentials,
  • Do’s and Don’ts,
  • Ergonomic Bodyuse
  • Theory of techniques:
    Fascial Release, Soft Tissue Release, Trigger Points

  • The importance of intention and development of sensitive touch
  • How deep tissue massage fits into an holistic approach

Theory of Deep Tissue Massage

Difficulty: Advanced

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Deep Tissue 1 online

£160.00
 
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Course Instructor

Eva Eva Author

Introduction to Deep Tissue Massage

What is deep tissue massage?
The SCMT approach
Who this course is for, and how to get your certificate
Recommended Reading & Assignments

Anatomy Essentials

Palpation Exercises
Bony Landmarks: Location and Palpation

Bony landmarks useful to know
Caveats: Areas to treat with caution

Caveats are areas where particular caution is indicated.
Superficial, Intermediate and Deep Muscles: Location and Palpation

Conditions

Contraindications
Conditions where deep tissue massage is indicated

Examples of conditions, symptoms and desired outcome that benefit from deep tissue massage
Postural imbalances that benefit from deep tissue massage

Bodyuse

Table Height and adjustments
Stance
Reinforced hands
Reinforced fingers
Fists and knuckles
Soft and hard forearm
Elbow
Video: Deep Tissue Back Massage

Techniques

Soft Tissue Release (STR)
Trigger Point Technique
Direct Myofascial Release
Working with gloves
Other techniques

Deep Tissue II: Practical Days

Preview and Venue
Preparation