Indian Head Massage

 
 

An innovative, exciting two-day course created to give you an additional qualification to add to your practice.  At Neal's Yard Remedies, our main aim is to give you a holistic, unique and traditional training that also incorporates the energetic aspect of this powerful treatment. This course is taught by Elaine Tomkins our Head of Massage for our Aromatherapy Diploma, and Introduction to Massage courses.

Indian Head Massage has been practiced in India for thousands of years. Also known as Champissage, it works on the scalp, face, neck and upper shoulder areas of the body and is highly effective at releasing the symptoms of tension, headaches, insomnia and improving the condition of the hair. The treatment is typically performed with the client seated and lasts for 30 minutes.

Course covers

  • Introduction to history of Indian Head Massage
  • Contraindications for the treatment
  • Skin and scalp conditions
  • Re-cap of anatomy and physiology
  • Practical - Indian Head massage with and without oil
  • Exploring the chakras and marma points related to treatment


Location
This course takes place in our School of Natural Health, Neal's Yard, Covent Garden.   

Course dates for 2013 

Saturday 27th - Sunday 28th April

Saturday 12th - Sunday 13th October 


Cost - £220

 

 

 
 
 
 


· Discover the physiological, psychological and spiritual benefits of the treatment
· Identify specific contraindications necessary for safe practice
· Practical massage techniques for the head, neck, shoulders and face
· Therapeutic use of traditional oils to enhance the treatment
· Learn about marma points, their location and application with oil
· How to adapt the treatment for use on a couch


Length:  2 day course
Location: Neal's Yard Remedies School of Natural Health, Neal's Yard, Covent Garden
Cost: £220
Qualification: 14 CPD hours
Tutor: Elaine Tomkins MIFPA
Open to: Body workers

Interested in knowing more?
If you would like further information on this or any other course we offer please contact the courses office on 0203 119 5904 or email us on courses@nealsyardremedies.com.

Course dates for 2013 

Saturday 27th - Sunday 28th April

Saturday 12th - Sunday 13th October 

Interested in knowing more?
If you would like further information on this or any other course we offer please contact the courses office on 0203 119 5904 or email us on courses@nealsyardremedies.com.

 

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