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First steps in Reflexology
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First steps in Reflexology

A beginners guide to becoming a professional practitioner
Created byDeborah Casey
Last updated 4/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Access a broad, basic and brief introduction to Reflexology
  • A brief background to Reflexology
  • The difference between foot massage and Reflexology
  • What are the benefits of Reflexology ?
  • What happens in a Reflexology treatment?
  • Research and links to the systematic reviews that demonstrate benefits of Reflexology.
  • Reflexology and palliative care .
  • Demonstration of two techniques used in Reflexology
  • Basic anatomy and physiology
  • Brief self-treatment

Course content

3 sections • 27 lectures • 1h 53m total length

  • 1 Introduction3:45

    First steps in Reflexology introduction

  • 1 Introduction1:44
  • 2 Welcome and overview5:13
  • 2 Course overview2:05
  • 3 Course instructor1:36

    About your course instructor

  • 4 How this course is provided0:35

    How this course is provided

  • 5 Copyright and disclaimer4:28

    Copyright and Medical Disclaimers

    Copyright Disclaimer

    All content within this publication, including text, graphics, images, and other material, is the intellectual property of [Author Name] and is protected under copyright law. All rights are reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author, except for brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other non-commercial uses permitted by copyright law.

    For permission requests, please contact the author through the Udmey messaging facility.

    Medical and Holistic Therapy Disclaimer

    Important Notice: The information contained within this publication, including all concepts, techniques, and advice related to holistic therapies such as Reflexology, Reiki, and Indian Head Massage, is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is provided to support your understanding of these modalities.

    This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is essential that you seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional, such as a doctor, before starting any new therapy or if you have any medical condition, health concern, or before making any changes to your current medical treatment.

    The author of this material is a qualified holistic therapist, not a medical doctor. The therapies discussed are complementary in nature and are intended to support your well-being, not to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. By engaging with this content, you acknowledge that you are doing so at your own risk and that the author makes no claims or guarantees regarding the outcome of any therapy.

    Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this material.

  • General Safety Disclaimer & Waiver1:21
  • Course Materials Access Policy0:29

Requirements

  • Students will need internet access, PC or other device to access the material.
  • Students will require some items and products to practice Reflexology on their own feet.

Description

Welcome!

Hi, and thank you for joining this short introductory course on Reflexology — a gentle yet powerful holistic therapy that works through specialised techniques applied to the feet, hands, and face. Reflexology supports relaxation, eases tension, and encourages the body’s natural ability to restore balance across the brain, body, and being.

In this course, we focus on the feet, and you will learn simple ways to apply Reflexology techniques to your own practice. With around an hour of learning delivered in bite-sized lessons, you’ll explore the foundations of this therapy and complete engaging activities that lead to your free Udemy certificate of completion.

This course is designed as a first step on your Reflexology journey and is a prerequisite for further training. You will gain a broad yet accessible introduction to Reflexology — a therapy shown to promote deep relaxation, support restorative sleep, ease pain, improve vitality, and enhance overall well-being.

What you’ll learn:

  • A brief history and background of Reflexology

  • How Reflexology differs from a simple foot massage

  • What to expect during a Reflexology treatment

  • Benefits of Reflexology, supported by research and systematic reviews

  • Reflexology in palliative care

  • Basic anatomy and physiology

  • Demonstrations of self-treatment

  • Two core Reflexology techniques in action

How you’ll learn:

This course blends:

  • Voice-over video lectures

  • Practical demonstrations

  • Reading resources - a comprehensive booklet to supplement our lectures

  • Links to research for further study

By the end of this course, you’ll have a strong foundation in Reflexology and a clearer sense of whether you’d like to continue onto more advanced levels of training.


Who this course is for:

  • This course will be of interest to those looking to learn natural and holistic therapies to aid vitality and well-being.
  • This course is a starting point for students are beginning our progressive pathway of becoming a professional qualified Reflexology
  • Students will need to complete this course prior to progressing to our upper levels and professional training.

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