Post Graduate Workshops

Continuing your professional Development (CPD) is now a recognized necessity for all professional Therapists.

The following courses are recognized by B.A.B.T.A.C, FHT and the Guild of Professional Beauty Therapists for insurance purposes. You will receive and carry out treatment. A Phoenix certificate will be awarded on completion of a short test paper and some further treatments.

Advanced Massage Techniques  
This workshop is designed for the qualified massage therapist looking to introduce some advanced techniques in to their routine to treat specific conditions; shoulder, lower back and leg strains. You will learn techniques that can be used to deliver a deeper more effective treatment with less effort and strain to your upper body.

You will learn how to: use alternative delivery points for stokes; improve posture; incorporate greater movement using body weight and lean as opposed to push and strain to administer deep massage; protect your upper limbs from RSI and prolong your working life.

Hot Stone Massage  
This treatment uses hot volcanic basalt stones used to give a soothing yet deeply effective treatment. Our hot stone massage workshop will give you hands on experience of how to manage and use the various stones to their full potential and how to adapt treatments to suit your individual business. You will also be instructed in new consultation techniques using semiprecious stones and cold stones.

Thai-style Massage  
Thai-style massage incorporates eastern massage techniques using herbal heat compresses for a fantastic traditional yet modern body and facial treatment. The treatment purifies, relaxes, relieves aches and pains and improves the skin condition whilst stimulating the senses. Training covers the origin of the treatment, physical and psychological benefits of the treatment and the herbs used plus contra-indications, business advice and full treatment procedure.

A practical demonstration is followed by hands on experience of a full body and facial treatment ensuring you have all the skills and knowledge to perform this wonderful treatment in many ways in your business.

Detox Body Wrap  
This workshop is suitable for qualified body therapists to help clients achieve inch loss, cellulite reduction and build personal confidence about their bodies.

A detailed study of the Lymphatic System enables you to understand how the body removes fat from the food and distributes it throughout the storage areas. Learn the effects of lymphatic drainage wrap giving inch and fluid loss from the abdomen and thighs.

Advanced Indian Head Massage  
The course is designed for qualified Indian head massage practitioners to learn new techniques and implement Chakra and subtle energy balancing by using crystals to integrate in to their routine. You will learn about working with subtle energies; incorporating Chakra balancing; crystal and stone therapy; spiritual healing through Indian head massage; spiritual self-development; developing and awareness of one-self; how to recognise client’s individual needs; new Indian head massage techniques.

Alternative Reflexology  
This workshop is designed for existing reflexologists who would like to add some methods and tools to their reflexology routine by offering an alternative way to give treatment.

The workshop covers: advanced foot massage; acupressure points on feet; emergency first-aid with reflexology; hormone hat – how to balance the endocrine system (reflexology in pregnancy); vertical reflexology for wheelchair users or people unable to lie flat; theory and practical creative visualisation with reflexology.

Hand Reflexology  
This workshop is designed for all therapists unfamiliar with reflexology treatments or reflexologists unfamiliar with hand reflexology. It will enable you to integrate this skill in to your existing therapies no matter what they are.

The workshop covers: the history of reflexology; theory of zones and zone therapy; methods of treatment; theory of meridians; colour; how to recognise client’s individual needs; aftercare advice and referrals.

Nutritional Links and Immune Responses  
This workshop is designed for anyone interested in improving their health, however it will especially benefit therapists to integrate this awareness in to existing therapies.

The workshop will cover: the digestive system; gut flora; the Lymphatic System; the link between the digestive system and the immune system; common disorders and poor gut flora; the road to recovery – diet and lifestyle; how to create your own weekly menu for lifelong good health.

Understanding Crystals, Angels and Auras  
The Crystal, Angels and Auras workshop is aimed at therapists and beginners who have an interest in spiritual healing and the effects of creative visualisation as an alternative way to give and receive healing. You will learn about crystal geology; history of crystals; choosing crystals; dowsing; meditation with crystals; cleansing crystals; Chakras, Angel and Aura colours related to crystals; basic crystal healing layout – theory and demonstration; basic crystal healing layout.

One-day Appointed Persons First Aid Course  
The aim of the course is to provide learners with the knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver basic life saving techniques in an emergency situation. It is designed for personnel who may be required to provide emergency aid to work colleagues until more qualified help arrives.

The course covers those areas required by HSE, which include a wide range of situations and how to deal with them.

A No Nonsense Guide to Setting up a Business  
This workshop is suitable for therapists who are considering setting up their own business.

The workshop covers: before taking the plunge – your ideas and business plan; legalities and tax; financial preparation and control; marketing.

3D Lashes
3D lash extensions are an exciting and innovative new product designed to lengthen and thicken natural lashes, which may last up to two months.

For further details visit: www.ahfrancis.com

Packages are available for more than one therapist from the same salon training together.

Reiki 1, 2 and Masters
Reiki is a gentle and natural healing method, which originates in the East and was subsequently introduced to the West throughout the writings of Dr. Mikao Usui. Treatment is usually given through hand or close hand contact and is a wonderful experience, which induces happiness and peace for both practitioner and client. It is a combination of the highest spiritual energy of all living matter.

Injury Prevention Massage  
Injury Prevention Massage (IPM) is about much more than merely administering massage without the use of your hands. An advanced massage approach, it encompasses the best and most important aspects of several disciplines as well as essential elements of body health, balance, and awareness. However, it does so in ways that compliment, not contradict, your existing skill repertoire.

IPM training offers priceless information on how your body should work, figuring out how your body currently works, and protecting yourself against injury – hands, wrists, shoulders, neck, and back. IPM application offers increased physical health and balance, increased energy and focus, and ultimately, a longer career and happier clients. For further details visit: www.injuryprevention.org.uk

TouchPro Chair Massage  
The massage – TouchPro chair massage is based on Amma, a 1,300-yearold traditional Japanese table massage. The Amma sequence has been adapted for use on seated, fully clothed clients and comprises 28 acupressure techniques, incorporating 60 acupressure points. The routine covers the head, neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms and hands. It takes 15 minutes and enables the client to relax completely, yet feel rejuvenated and clearly focused. It can also be adapted for 5, 10, 20 and 30 minute sessions.

Looking after your body – Practitioners, who try to adapt table techniques into a chair massage routine, end up with tired backs, sore hands, and exhaustion.

The TouchPro approach is geared towards creating maximum effect with minimum effort. We pay great attention to body mechanics, and in particular to the use of bodyweight rather than strength. The techniques are carefully choreographed in a sequence that makes it possible to perform many massages a day without fear of injury or exertion. For further details visit: www.touchpro.co.uk