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Introduction To Swedish Body Massage
Rating: 4.4 out of 5(18 ratings)
3,594 students

Introduction To Swedish Body Massage

Basics To Massage
Created byTlotlo Makgato-Senai
Last updated 3/2022
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand why the theoretical lessons are important before seeking to go straight into practical
  • Be able to deduce if (based on client consultation) a client is fit for therapy and if so, make recommendations based off desired effect and observation
  • Understand the massage techniques and movements and know where to apply them best for optimum benefits and effects
  • Be able to give advice to the clients post the treatment so as to elongate the massage treatment benefits and allow the body to heal efficiently

Course content

1 section • 13 lectures • 1h 15m total length

  • Introduction3:43

    Students will get a synopsis of what to expect.

  • Massage Benefits, Purposes & Effects7:09

    Lesson will give an explanation of the benefits of a massage, why people do massage and the effects massages have on the body.

  • Definition of Key Terms4:38

    This lesson notes some selected terms that are used in massage that any therapist must know.

  • Equipment, Material & Products2:39

    We will learn of massage 'gear' that is necessary for a basic massage and that 'extra gear' that can help boost value added to your clients e.g. the use of candles.

  • Expectations For The Massage Therapist3:02

    This lesson touches on expectations for a massage therapist e.g. hygiene.

  • Client Care & Setup5:21

    This lesson will assist with things preparing for a massage treatment by touching the other things that are not mentioned much e.g. distance of massage bed/table to the wall...

  • Massage Techniques & their Effects11:18

    This lesson is the last theoretical lesson before the practical. It focuses on educating students on the importance massage techniques, their movements and their effects. Can you massage a person without knowing the significance of the movement you are doing and its effect?

  • The Practical13:07

    This lesson gives a summarized version of the practical. It makes the theory and bit more practical as students can visualize what they have been learning.

  • After-Care & General Lifestyle Advice3:54

    You are done with a massage. Now what? This lesson teaches you how to give after-care to your client to assist in the extension of the massage benefits.

  • Adapting To Massage4:40

    Though clients may want massages, you can also suggest specific massages based off your client's profile: body type, ability to sleep or lack thereof, etc. This lesson will teach you how to adapt depending on such factors.

  • Contra Actions and Contra-indications4:37

    Many people may not understand what these are. In short, they are conditions that may disallow a massage treatment or come about because of a reaction to a massage treatment. This lesson will teach you to know what to look for before and after a massage on your client.

  • Points To Remember3:07
  • Final Advice & Project / Assignment8:13

    This is a wrap-up of the class. It gives final tips and also engages students to now put into practice what they have learnt. Be encouraged to be bold. Remember, experience is the best teacher!

Requirements

  • It is made for beginner students thus open for ALL levels, even intermediate students seeking to recall the basics

Description

This course is aimed at assisting you on your journey to become a massage therapist. If you don't know where to start, this IS FOR YOU. You will learn all the theory you need before you can begin your practical lessons. As a student of Body massage, I was perplexed when I enrolled in school and was taught massage theory. I thought I was simply going to be taught practical lessons but after my lessons, i understood why learning the theory was essential before we explored practical lessons.

You will learn the different types of movements, techniques, equipment needed and also the things you need to take into consideration such as clients body type, effective massage and more. This class will set you as beginners at an advantage as were many learn the practical without knowledge of the human body, you will be able to incorporate such knowledge for an effective class.

I am willing to assist you post class and address any enquiries you have from your experiences in the practical assignment/project or any other related massage enquiry I may assist with.

What more is there to say, the only thing left is to say:  See you in class :)

Who this course is for:

  • Everyone interested in learning about massage
  • It teach Swedish as it is the standard massage that all therapists must know before seeking to diversify

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