Swedish & Hot-stone Combined

The Swedish Full Body & Hot Stone Massage Combined Course is a comprehensive training program designed to teach learners how to deliver deeply relaxing and therapeutic massage treatments. This combined course covers both traditional Swedish massage techniques and the application of hot stone therapy, allowing you to provide tailored treatments that relieve tension, improve circulation, and promote total body relaxation.

What You Will Learn

Theory and Compliance

• Health and safety procedures for massage treatments

• Conducting client consultations and identifying contraindications

• Understanding contra-actions and how to manage them

• Correct use of PPE and safe handling of massage products and hot stones

• Maintaining hygiene standards and preparing the treatment area

• Providing aftercare advice to support client wellbeing

Anatomy and Physiology

• Muscular and skeletal anatomy relevant to massage

• Effects of massage on the circulatory and lymphatic systems

• Understanding tension patterns and stress-related muscle issues

• How heat therapy enhances muscle relaxation and pain relief

Practical Skills

• Performing a full Swedish body massage including effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, friction, and vibration

• Adapting pressure and techniques to individual client needs

• Safe heating, handling, and placement of hot stones

• Performing a full hot stone massage treatment

• Combining Swedish massage techniques with hot stones for enhanced results

• Creating a calming treatment flow and professional client experience

• Cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining stones, tools, and equipment

Prerequisites

None. Suitable for beginners or therapists wishing to add massage treatments to their services.

Locations

Cardiff • Ceredigion • Bedford