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Courses and Workshops:
A Way to Relax offers a range of courses suitable for all levels from beginners to professionals - including trademarked courses that can not be taught by any other therapist or tutor.
Whether you are a working therapist or someone with no experience of massage at all, courses are now available for you to study so you can practice on the general public. The reason why we can cater for both beginners' and professional therapists is because we teach students on a one to one basis which means that students can learn at their own pace and have total individual attention.
We have found this particular method of teaching more successful because students can practice on the teacher and the teacher can give both visual and sensory feedback. Being taught on a one to one basis also means you have the added benefit of not receiving interruptions from other students and request dates that suit your diary without the worry of last minute cancellations if course numbers are low.
All courses are validated by the Independent Professional Therapists International U.K (www.iptiuk.com) and come fully insurable with hand outs and certificates - click here see note on certificates.
We have a variety of courses available to learn varying from 1-day intensives to 15-day courses complete with case studies.
As our courses are taught on a one-to-one basis, the sessions are intensive and this is the reason why we have some courses lasting 1 day and others lasting 2 or 3 days. Comprehensive hands outs are provided to allow the student to gain a clear understanding of the subject being taught, along with the benefit of 'after care' support after successful completion.
We are based in the Midlands, approximately 8 miles from Tamworth within a rural setting which provides a relaxing and warm, friendly environment.
Whether you're looking to add a new therapy to your list, earn a part-time additional income or learn a new massage to practice on friends & family, at A Way to Relax we have something to suit you.
All course fees include: use of equipment on the day, handouts, certificate & refreshments. Students will be given information on suppliers for 
additionalitems they may want to purchase after successfulcompletion of any course.
Please note that the following courses marked ™ is trademarked and is not taught by any other therapist in the U.K.
Courses currently on offer (Prices as from January 2011):
Thai Foot Massage – Level 1
Duration and cost: 1 day £120.00
Thai foot massage is an ancient style of massage dating back to more than 2,500 years ago. Traditionally a mixture of stretching movements incorporated with massaging techniques using the hands and a special wooden stick are used to stimulate the activity of internal organs & improve the blood and lymph circulation.
Thai foot massage is very different to Reflexology because it uses a special wooden stick with cream to focus on the feet & legs. Both massage & stretching techniques are used making this treatment very versatile. Hence, this treatment can be run as a treatment on its own or incorporated into other existing routines such as Reflexology.
Benefits of Thai Foot massage:
- Stimulates the blood & lymph circulation
- Boasts the immune system
- Assists with calming the body from stress and ill feeling
- Assists with sleep patterns
- Makes the whole body feel as if it has had a massage
- Re-balances energy within the body
- Assists with the general well being and health of the body
- Removes built up toxins
- Helps keep the lower body flexible
- Can relieve heavy or tired legs
We offer several levels and versions of Thai Foot Massage, in order to prevent over saturation and allow students to expand their knowledge & learn techniques at a pace that suits.
On the day students will learn how to use the magic stick, stimulate areas around the feet and legs, and perform some light stretching movements, introduction into Sen Energy Lines of the lower body & contradictions. After completion of the course students will have learnt how to complete a Thai Foot massage routine lasting for approximately 45 mins. The Northern style of Thai Foot Massage will be mainly focused on in Level 1. Further levels are available allowing successful students to expand their knowledge learning new and more advantaged techniques. In Level 2 the original Wat Po or Southern style techniques will be introduced.
Thai meditation breathing exercises will also be taught to help students prepare for practice.
Clothing that is comfortable but modest and flexible should be worn. Thai fisherman pants will be sold on the day for anyone without suitable trousers. Leg work will be carried out on all levels.
Thai Foot Massage – Level 2
Duration and cost: 1 day - £120
Prerequisites – Thai Foot Massage - Level 1
Level 2 will expand on the varying techniques taught in Level 1. Students will learn new techniques from the Southern style further advancing their knowledge using both the magic stick and hands on massaging techniques. All techniques learnt can be incorporated into the existing routine already studied in Level 1. It will also give students a chance to practice full routines.
On the day students will learn about advantaged Sen Energy Line theories focusing on the lower body, allowing students to gain a greater understanding of Sen Lines. Further magic stick techniques focusing on the Southern style will be introduced, along with massaging techniques on the legs plus further stretching movements. Thai meditation breathing exercises, how to mix your own cream, positioning of the body correctly & Thai towel sock wrapping will also be covered in Level 2.
Thai Foot Massage – Level 3
Duration and cost: 1 day - £120
Prerequisites – Thai Foot Massage - Levels 1 & 2
Level 3 will introduce advanced stretching movements, warm up and warm down routines & hands on massage techniques.
Thai Spa Oil Massage
Duration and cost: 3 days plus 15 case studies - £375
Thai Spa Oil massage uses flowing massage movements alongside gentle stretching techniques making it very different from other massage therapies practiced today.
Emphasis is put on re-balancing the energy within the body, strokes are long and rhythmic. This treatment is not only wonderfully relaxing but also beneficial in relieving aching muscles from the body without causing pain to the receiver. Clientsoften report to experience a feeling of floating.
As the movements focus on unblocking Sen Energy Lines within the body every area is covered from head to toe. Thai people are more modest than Westerns so different techniques are used for men and women. This treatment is increasingly becoming very popular as it gives the receiver a wonderful feeling of relaxation but still eases tension from the body. Many people are conscious of their body and are put off by receiving full body treatments as some routines expose the body too much. Thai Spa Oil massage covers the body and uses differenttechniques with towels only exposing certain areas of the body. Many clients have commented that they feel more relaxed and less conscious because people’s modesty has been respected.
Once the full body routine has been learnt, students could split parts of the massage up using the back routine for a back massage or the face and chest routine for part of a facial and so on. This treatment is so versatile and adaptable that it can be used as a treatment on its own or even used with Hot Herbal Compresses.
Benefits of Thai Spa Oil Massage:
- Eases muscle tension from the body
- Improves flexibility
- Relaxes the mind and calms the body
- Improves skin tone and increases circulation
- Helps with stress and depression
- Helps rid toxins from the body
- Can induce a meditative state
Students will learn how to carry out a full body treatment lasting approximately 1 hour using massage techniques and stretching movements involving the whole body.
Students will learn how to use their body correctly, full body routine, positioning of the client, towel wrapping, health & safety, contradictions & Thai breathing exercises. This course will not cover aromatherapy oils. The course lasts for 3 days and has been split into modules of 1 day per month . This gives students enough time to practice and carry out case studies inbetween each module.
An Introduction to Tok Sen Therapy - New to U.K.
Duration and cost: 1 day - £95
An ancient form of therapy using a special instrument to tap away the negative energy and ease muscle tension. This treatment allows the therapist to ease tension within muscles at a deeper level without causing pain to the receiver or creating wear and tear on the therapist’s hands.
Other forms of tools could be introduced once the therapist had developed the technique such as Hot Stones or Crystals etc.
This therapy is new to the U.K.
Mongolian Sky Energy Massage™® - New to U.K.
Duration and cost: 2 days plus case studies - £275
This treatment works with energy pathways to help rebalance the body using very slow hands on techniques.
Mongolian Sky Energy Massage™ is a more energetically based treatment offering many benefits and is used in Mongolia to help overcome seasonal depression during the long winter months.
This course is not taught by any other therapist in the U.K.
Hot Herbal Compress Massage
Duration and cost: 1 day - £130
Hot Herbal Compress Massage is an ancient treatment that has been used in Asia for centuries to help ease tension & negative energy from the body.
Hot Herbal Compress consists of specially made heated balls that have been steamed and are then applied to the body following energy pathways.
The effects can vary but the blended fresh ingredients along with the heat affect help ease aching muscles, improve skin appearance, relax the mind and rebalance the body’s energy. It can also make a great alternative to the traditional Hot Stones Massage and/or Aromatherapy.
On the day students will learn how to prepare and make the compresses from scratch. This will involve preparing the herbs and understanding their purpose as well as folding and tying the compresses. Many schools use ready made compresses not allowing the students to learn how to make them. Once students have learnt the technique correctly, Hot Herbal Compress can be very versatile. A basic understanding of Sen Energy Lines involving the whole body will also be covered along with carrying out a full body routine using the compresses.
Thai breathing exercises will also be practiced to prepare the mind and most importantly of all students will have a chance to experience this wonderful treatment. Clothing that is comfortable but modest and flexible should be worn. Thai fisherman pants will be sold on the day for anyone without suitable trousers. Students also need to bring a swimming costume or bikini and towel to wear on the day whilst they experience the treatment.
Thai Acupressure Face Massage
Duration and cost: 1 day - £110
This treatment covers the face, neck, shoulders, arms and hands.
On the day students will learn how to stimulate reflex zones on the face and perform a routine on the face, shoulders, chest, arms and hands.
This massage can be used on its own or as part of an existing routine such as Hopi Ear Candles, facial routines, Indian Head Massage, hand and arm massage and so on.
The benefits can be varied but it is designed to encourage fresh blood to the surface to help improve skin tone especially to the face and chest. It also helps with maintaining sinus flow, easing tension for the upper body and can help to relieve headaches. No creams or oils are used making this treatment very versatile and mobile.
Yam Kang Bare Foot Massage
Duration and cost: 1 day - £120
This course teaches you how to give oil-based massage using your feet.
It is a very versatile massage that can also be adapted to Hot Stones Therapy to give a new experience to your clients.
This form of treatment has been adapted from an ancient technique used in Thailand 800 years ago, so very few people practice this style of massage.
Indian Head Massage
Duration and cost: 1 day - £95
This one-day course will give students a choice of 2 routines to practice: The first one will be based on a more traditional head massage and; The second routine will show students how to perform a seated oil massage routine.
The main areas covered are the upper shoulders & arms, neck, scalp and face.
The benefits are varied but Indian Head Massage is a very well known and popular treatment assisting in the relief of tension headaches and aching muscles. The scalp & face work is also great in maintaining healthy hair and skin.
This course is available to everyone but anyone working in the hair industry will find it an especially useful tool.
Traditional Thai Massage
Duration and cost: 15 days plus case studies - £950
A choice of Northern or Southern style massage can be learnt. This course will teach you how to give a full body massage using acupressure and yoga like stretching movement. Techniques using ancient hands-free movements will also be incorporated into the lessons.
This course will teach you how to give a full body massage using acupressure and yoga like stretching movement. Techniques using ancient hands-free movements will also be incorporated into the lessons. A Way to Relax is currently reviewing this course and is working on incorporating an optional cultural field trip to Thailand as part of the course so students will gain a genuine experience. If you would like further information on this, please email Karen so your details can be added to our student enquiry list.
Other Courses
If students prefer to work off a couch than off the floor then there are shorter, less involved courses available such as Tension Relief Therapy and Table-top Thai Massage.
Certificates
All students attending courses are asked to bring 2 passport size photos with them on the day. One of the photos will appear on the certificate, so please ensure it is a photo you are happy with!
In order to gain a certificate, students will need to perform practical tests to ensure they have reached a satisfactory level of competence. If any student fails to reach the necessary standard, they will be encouraged to stay after the course for additional practice. In the event of further failure to meet the standards, students are required to practice the routine and return at a later date to re-sit the test at an additional cost to them.
Treatments:
We have a wide range of treatments available depending on your needs; these treatments range from therapies that cater for sore muscles, aches and pains to de-stressing and more relaxing treatments. Please email Karen for a full treatment list.
Links:
Please click on the links to find out about booking courses at the centres above.
- Healthy Pages - www.healthypages.co.uk
- Natural Matters - www.naturalmatters.net
- Metta - www.metta.org.uk
- Worldwide Health - www.worldwidehealth.com
- The Complementary Therapies Guide - www.therapiesguide.co.uk
- Holistic Health, Lichfield - www.holistichealthlichfield.co.uk
