1-Day Japanese Hot Stone Massage Diploma Course with or without A & P

1-Day Japanese Hot Stone Massage Practitioner Diploma Course with or without Anatomy and Physiology - £399 with A & P (save over £40 on stand-alone course fees) | £195 without A & P

Kits available to pre-order

japanese hot stone body massage training course

Japanese Hot Stone Massage evolved from Anma, a traditional Japanese massage therapy which is over a thousand years old. Japanese massage uses techniques such as kneading, rotation and vibration and is based on concepts such as yin/yang, the flow of ki and Five Element theory. Japanese Hot Stone builds upon these ancient ideas and combines the principles of acupressure, moxabustion (heat treatment) and Anma massage techniques to give a complete therapeutic treatment, relaxing the mind, releasing tension and revitalising the body and bringing enhanced flow of vital energy. 

Japan is a land formed from volcanic activity and there are thousands of hot springs with mineral rich waters used since ancient times to heal and refresh the sick and the weary. The water that bubbles from the hot springs can be just below boiling point, although small streams mix with the springs to cool the temperature. Black basalt and other volcanic rocks are found in the volcanic springs, and over many, many years they are both heated and smoothed by the flow of water. These stones are traditionally used to massage tense, painful areas, to provide comforting warmth and help relax and promote the flow of ki. 

Japanese Hot Stone can be gentle, calming and warming to relieve stress, or it can be deep and penetrating in order to reduce back, neck and shoulder tension and pain. The treatment can be used with or without oil and can be applied through the towel – this means that it is suitable for clients with allergies, and for those who are very modest.  

Our course teaches the Japanese Hot Stone techniques using both a water heater and the Vulsini Hot Stone Heating Bag, so that you have had a complete grounding in both methods.  The techniques are easy to learn – this is a beautiful form of hot stone therapy and a good way to gain an introduction to Japanese and Asian bodywork.  From the therapist’s point of view, the treatment creates little stress on the hands so it is useful for massage practitioners who have hand or thumb injuries, or who get tired hands and wrists. 

The course includes:

Consultation and Client Record-keeping

Equipment required for the treatment

Preparing to give the treatment – arranging your couch, stones, heater, etc

Advice on insurance, marketing and sourcing supplies

Health and Safety

Benefits and contraindications

History and Background of Japanese Hot Stone Massage

Five Elements, Meridians and their Functions, Yin/Yang Theory and What is Ki?

Basic Anma Techniques used in Japanese Hot Stone Massage

Full Japanese Hot Stone Massage routine for use with clients

Adapting Japanese Hot Stone Massage to suit your clients

Carrier oils and their properties


PLEASE NOTE – students must have a level 3 equivalent Anatomy & Physiology qualification before attending the 1-day practical part of the course. Don’t have one?  Take our Online A & P Diploma Course, then book one of our regular courses. 

Kits Available for Pre-Order

Hot Stone Kit - £185 inc VAT:

A combination of 47 assorted Basalt stones which allows the therapist to complete a full stone massage body treatment.  Contains 1 Extra Large Basalt stone, 6 Large, 20 Medium, 12 Small, 8 Toe and Stone Therapy Manual.

Introductory Hot Stone Kit  in a Presentation Bamboo Box  - £220 inc VAT 

 Contains 5.7 Litre Digital Stone Therapy Heater, 1 X-Large Flat Stone, 16 Large Stones, 18 Medium Stones, 6 Small Flat Ovular Bassalt Stones, 4 Mini Pressure Point Bassalt Stones, 8 Toe Stones, 6 Small Circular Bassalt Stones, 7 Chakra Crystals and 4 Small Ovular White Cold Marble Stones PLUS receive a free Hot Stone Cotton Body Trio Pouch (3) and a pair of Heavyweight Insulated Gloves collectively worth £18.90. 

Deluxe Stone Therapy Kit in a Presentation Bamboo Box  - £290 inc VAT (pictured)

Contains:17 Litre Digital Stone Therapy Heater, 1 X-Large Flat Stone, 16 Large Stones, 18 Medium Stones, 6 Small Flat Ovular Bassalt Stones, 4 Mini Pressure Point Bassalt Stones, 8 Toe Stones, 6 Small Circular Bassalt Stones, 7 Chakra Crystals, 4 Small Ovular White Cold Marble Stones PLUS receive a free Hot Stone Cotton Body Trio Pouch (3), Hot Stone Cotton Foot Wrap (2) and a pair of Heavyweight Insulated Gloves collectively worth £26.95. 


Duration:  One Day

Venue:  Haworth

Entry requirements:  Anatomy & Physiology qualification

Accreditation:  Westminster Insurance and IGCT


 If you love this course you might also be interested in our Enhanced Hot Stone Massage Course.

 

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