Salisbury School of Massage
On this page you will find information about our tutors and details of our current courses and workshopsRobert Bray - Principal Tutor
Robert Bray runs The Salisbury School of Massage offering massage courses in Wiltshire and Hampshire. He is a qualified General Nurse and NHS Clinical Manager with a wide clinical knowledge base. He has a keen interest in massage and complementary therapies, having seen the positive impact the therapies have made to lives of many of his NHS patients. He widened his knowledge of complementary therapies by training professionally in Remedial & Sports Massage, Indian Head Massage, Hot Stone Therapy, Japanese Hand Massage, Eastern Face Massage, On-site massage and Thai Foot Massage. Robert is a member of the Royal College of Nursing, Guild of Holistic Therapists, Federation of Holistic Therapists and International Council of Health, Sports and Fitness Therapists. He is an experienced professional coach, adult education teacher in the areas of Complementary Healthcare, Health & Stress Management and Clinical Skills. Robert works with students of all ages and levels of ability. NEW - Salisbury Training Centre
The Hall, 4 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2JQ
The Salisbury School of Massage runs beginners and continuing professional development for Complementary Therapists. The courses are delivered by fully qualified and experienced adult education tutors who work in local colleges and run and manage their own complementary therapy schools.
Courses are run by The Salisbury School of Massage and delivered by Tutor Robert Bray, others are run and delivered by our associates.
Other courses may be delivered by associated massage colleges, please call for further information.
All courses are accompanied by comprehensive course manuals and the tutors are available after your course for ongoing support if students need it.
Accredited Thai Foot Massage Diploma
One-Day Accredited Practitioner Diploma: £95 (13 CPD Points)
Next Course Dates - See London Therapists Website or call for further details
Online bookings via London Therapists Website
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Actually a massage of the legs, feet and hands, knowledge of massage in Thailand has been handed down by word of mouth across the generations, from father to son, from mother to daughter and from teacher to pupil. It is still taught by Buddhist monks in the temples of Thailand.
All parts of the lower legs, feet and hands are included and it involves hands-on stretching, massage, stimulating reflex points and follows the Thai energy lines (Sen). It has elements of Shiatsu, Reflexology, Chinese massage and Yoga incorporated into the massage itself and is said to stimulate the activity of internal organs. Thai foot massage is thus hugely beneficial for optimum internal health, and this type of drugless therapy creates a physiological change in the body by naturally restoring homeostasis.
To best receive Thai Foot Massage your client will be on a massage couch. It’s easy and fun to learn, a great add-on your existing practice, and produces a deep and unique feeling of balance, relaxation and well-being.
A Thai Foot Massage lasts about 40 minutes.
Benefits:
• Easy and fun to learn.
• We provide the chairs, couches, towels and oils required.
• Fully accredited Diploma level, enabling you to practice professionally.
• This course awarded 13 CPD (Continuous Professional Development) points.
• A qualification in anatomy and physiology is not required.
• Price includes your Diploma, comprehensive course notes, insurance details and tea, coffee and biscuits during the break (please bring your own lunch).
• Small, friendly and informal.
• Never more than six people on this course.
• Individual attention from your tutor throughout the class.
Accredited Indian Head Massage Diploma
One-Day Accredited Practitioner Diploma: £95 (13 CPD Points)
NEXT COURSE DATES - See London Therapists Website or call for details
Online bookings via London Therapists Website
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Actually a massage involving the neck, shoulders, scalp and face, Indian Head Massage is an extremely effective therapy that has evolved from traditional techniques practised in India as part of family rituals for over a thousand years. The technique taught by us is true to the original massage brought over to the UK from India.
The treatment involves massage through the clothes to the upper back, shoulders, upper arms, neck, face and scalp, with the client remaining seated in an upright position. This massage works on particular areas of the body, especially the neck and the shoulders where stress affects major muscle groups, and it often brings immediate relief. Tensions are eased and fibrous knots and nodules melt away. The efficiency of the circulatory and lymphatic systems improves, toxins are dispersed from tense muscles and flexibility and fluidity of movement is restored.
An Indian Head Massage is done with the client sitting in a comfortable chair for the duration of the massage, ideally wearing a camisole or vest top with thin straps. Treatment normally begins with a massage of the neck and shoulders, some work to the arms follows and then the scalp is massaged and the hair briskly tussled and gently combed. The massage finishes with some techniques to the face and ears. Although it is easy to learn the basics this form of massage should not be taken lightly. It is both subtle and deep, leaving the client feeling deeply relaxed and rejuvenated.
An Indian Head Massage lasts about 30 minutes.
Benefits:
• Easy and fun to learn.
• We provide the chairs, couches, towels and oils required.
• Fully accredited Diploma level, enabling you to practice professionally.
• This course awarded 13 CPD (Continuous Professional Development) points.
• A qualification in anatomy and physiology is not required.
• Price includes your Diploma, comprehensive course notes, insurance details and tea, coffee and biscuits during the break (please bring your own lunch).
• Small, friendly and informal.
• Never more than eight people on this course.
• Individual attention from your tutor throughout the class.
Accredited Japanese Hand Massage Diploma
Accredited One-Day Practitioner Diploma: £105 (13 CPD Points)
Online bookings via London Therapists Website
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Actually a massage of the arms and hands, Japanese Hand Massage is a unique blend of shiatsu and reflexology. This massage technique is exclusive to London Therapists - we aim to reintroduce the lost art of hand massage to the therapist’s repertoire!
Shiatsu (Japanese from shi, meaning finger, and atsu, meaning pressure) is a traditional Japanese healing art. It has its roots in ancient Oriental medicine and has evolved from traditional Chinese medicine and Anma, a traditional Japanese form of massage. The philosophy underlying Shiatsu is that vital energy (Qi in Chinese, Ki in Japanese) flows throughout the body in a series of channels called meridians. For many different reasons Ki can stop flowing freely and this then produces a symptom. Shiatsu can be beneficial for a wide range of conditions, from specific injuries to more general symptoms of poor health. Shiatsu for the hands uses touch to affect the flow of Ki in the meridians and techniques include gentle holding and pressing with palms, thumbs and fingers on the meridians. As the quality of the Ki changes, the symptoms associated with an imbalance in the movement of Ki will gradually improve. Shiatsu is a therapy that works on the individual as a complete being - the physical body and also on an emotional and/or mental level.
Anyone who has ever experienced a good hand massage will sigh with pleasure at the recollection. Our hands are one of the most overused parts of our body and work very hard, but in general they are sadly neglected. Even if we visit a salon for a treatment we will often only leave with beautiful nails and will probably have missed one of the greatest little physical luxuries one can experience - a hand massage. A good hand massage will help tremendously to de-stress your client, open energy channels and create a feeling of well being. A Japanese Hand Massage lasts about 30 minutes.
Benefits:
• Easy and fun to learn.
• We provide the chairs, couches, towels and oils required.
• Fully accredited Diploma level, enabling you to practice professionally.
• This course awarded 13 CPD (Continuous Professional Development) points.
• A qualification in anatomy and physiology is not required.
• Price includes your Diploma, comprehensive course notes, insurance details and tea, coffee and biscuits during the break (please bring your own lunch).
• Small, friendly and informal.
• Never more than six people on this course.
• Individual attention from your tutor throughout the class.
Introduction to Holistic Massage Course
One-Day Course: £120 (13 CPD Points)
This introduction course is a Holistic Massage taster, and is designed for anyone from complete novices to professional therapists. It’s perfect for those who want to learn about the therapy and how to perform the basic movements and sequence without having to commit to a fully accredited qualification. This course is the ideal springboard should you wish to go on to study Swedish or Holistic full body massage. By the end of this fun and informal day you will be able to perform a confident and effective basic massage routine on your partner, family and friends, and you will be awarded a London Therapists Certificate of Attendance.
Holistic (also known as Swedish) Massage involves the manipulation of the body’s soft tissue (i.e. the skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments) using the hands in a gentle, flowing massage technique that uses varying degrees of pressure and stretching movements. It is most commonly used for relaxation, improving well-being and lymphatic drainage.
Benefits:
• Easy and fun to learn
• We provide the chairs, couches, towels and oils required
• This course awarded 11 CPD (Continuous Professional Development) points.
• A qualification in anatomy and physiology is not required.
• Price includes your certificate of attendance, comprehensive course notes, insurance details and tea, coffee and biscuits during the break (please bring your own lunch).
• Small, friendly and informal.
• Never more than six people on this course.
• Individual attention from your tutor throughout the class.
Massage Refresher Course - (5 CPD Points)
PRICE: £90
NEXT COURSE: August 2010
Massage skills refresher course for Qualified Massage Therapists. Update your skills, build confidence and learn the essentials to revive your practice. N.B. Participants must show evidence of a professional massage therapy qualification
For further details and booking please call (01722) 334164
Pre & Post Event Massage for Sports People
PRICE: £90
NEXT COURSE: August 2010
VENUE: Salisbury - Sports Centre
Intended for sports people to perform basic pre and post event massage on sporting partners and friends.
This course is not for qualified therapist skills advancement
Stretching and Strengthening Workshop for therapists
Price: £70
Next Course: July 2010
Venue: Salisbury - Sports Centre
Learn the most up to date stretching and strengthening techniques for use with your clients or for personal health & fitness development.
Reflexology Refresher Course
PRICE: £90
Next Course July 2010
Seated On Site Massage Course
PRICE: £140
NEXT COURSE: June 2010
ITEC Anatomy Physiology and Massage Diploma
PRICE: £800
NEXT COURSE: August 2010