BODY COURSES
Become a Hot Stone Massage Therapist
Master the art of identifying and applying pressure points to enhance therapeutic results, and dive deep into hot stone massage protocols that promote relaxation, relieve muscle tension, and boost circulation. You’ll also learn how to massage with stones, ensuring proper placement and pressure application for maximum benefit. The course covers essential topics like stone cleaning and maintenance for hygiene, client consultations, and managing contraindications and risks to ensure safety and effective treatments.
Duration
7.5 hours (1 day)
Pricing
$1,500
$1,600 inluding kit
Understanding Physiology and Body Systems
Gain a foundational understanding of human physiology and body systems to enhance the effectiveness of your massage therapy.
Lymphatic Drainage
Study the techniques of lymphatic drainage to promote detoxification, reduce swelling, and improve overall client well-being.
Identifying and Applying Pressure Points
Develop skills to identify and apply pressure to key points on the body, enhancing the therapeutic benefits of your massage practice.
Hot Stone Massage Protocols and Techniques
Master hot stone massage protocols, focusing on techniques that promote relaxation, relieve muscle tension, and improve circulation.
How to Massage with Stones
Learn the proper techniques for using hot stones during massage, including placement, pressure application, and how to integrate them into your massage routine for maximum client benefit.
Cleaning and Maintenance of Stones
Understand how to properly clean and maintain your hot stones to ensure hygiene and prolong their usability, ensuring a safe and effective treatment for clients.
Occupational Health & Safety
Learn essential OH&S practices to ensure a safe and professional environment for both you and your clients.
Client Consultation
Gain expertise in conducting thorough client consultations to understand their needs, set expectations, and tailor treatments accordingly.
Consent Forms and Policies
Understand the importance of consent forms and establish clear policies to ensure transparency and protect both you and your clients.
Contraindications and Risks
Learn to identify contraindications and assess risks to provide safe and effective hot stone massage therapy.
Hygiene & Infection Control
Master hygiene and infection control practices to maintain a clean and safe environment, minimising the risk of infection.
Business of Massage Therapy
Explore key aspects of running a successful massage therapy business, including marketing strategies, client retention, and building a strong brand presence in the industry.
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Pre-Requisites
Prior massage experience or RPL required.
Certificate
You’ll receive an Adelaide Beauty Academy certificate of completion upon successfully passing your final assessment.
On The Day
Please wear black clothes, enclosed shoes and your hair up (if possible). You can bring lunch but most of our students go across the road to get lunch at Subway, Café Primo or Sushi Train.
Models
We recommend getting different models so you can practice on different body shapes, however, in this course models can be repeated.
Payment
All enrolments must be made online. Enrolments require a deposit to secure your seat. The remainder of the payment can be processed through card, cash or bank transfer. We also have Afterpay and Zippay.
Rescheduling
If you reschedule within 24hrs we can move you into the next available class at no cost, if this class date does not suit you and you require an alternative date, you will be charged an administration fee of $100.
Where To Next?
After this course you’ll be ready to provide massages professionally either from home or in a salon.
Lots of our students then go on to study Advanced Massage. Massage gives you an opportunity to make a direct impact on the health and wellness of the individual patients you encounter each day at work. Massage makes people feel good, so your clients will look forward to their appointments and to seeing you, which will make a huge impact on how you feel going to work each day.
Policies
Please click here to view our Course Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy.
FAQs
Don’t See Your Question? Get in touch with us and we’ll be happy to help!
What are the benefits of becoming a massage therapist?
As a massage therapist, you can set your own schedule, whether you want to work part-time or non-business hours that allow you to juggle family, other professional pursuits or hobbies. You can also choose from a variety of work environments, including medical settings, spas, or even a studio in your own home. No matter what specific setting you end up choosing, you’re likely to find yourself at work in a relaxing environment characterised by appealing elements like soft music, soothing smells and comfy linens.
Do I need to provide anything on the day?
All products required for the day are supplied by us.
What is Lymphatic System?
The lymphatic system is part of your immune system, which helps protect you from infection and defends your body against disease. It controls germs and toxins by removing excess fluid and waste from your tissues and returning it to your bloodstream. Lymphatic Drainage Treatment is used to