tm course

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

a vocational training

with

Sheila Kean BSc Cert. Ed RCST APNT ITEC

and

Martin Taylor BSc RCST APNT

Are you :-

interested in exploring a new direction for yourself ?
keen to develop skills that will always be of use to you ?
willing to help and nurture people ?
looking for a supportive environment in which to learn ?
wanting to work with your hands in a creative way?
If you have answered "Yes" to any of these questions, even if you already have a basic massage training, then read on

The Maitri Foundation course in Therapeutic Massage may well be for YOU !

Interested ? then read on ........

The caring touch of a masseur can enable deep relaxation, giving respite from the stresses of modern life. Skilful hands can seek out sites of restriction, pain and imbalance, bringing ease and comfort. It can also provide a means of exploring the intricate links between body, mind and spirit, enabling the recipient to release unhelpful patterns of restriction and approach a more harmonious state of living.
Therapeutic massage builds upon these skills to explore the wonders of the bodies` structure and function both in health and disease. It offers a practical way to promote better health and to assist in the healing of many disorders. Increasingly, as conventional medicine looks to improve its services and success, therapeutic masseurs form an important part of the health care team.
Professional therapeutic masseurs work in a wide range of environments such as hospitals, GP surgeries, health centres, residential homes, hospices, sports and fitness centres and natural health clinics. Opportunities for employment are still increasing at a rapid rate.
No previous experience in massage is necessary although students who have already obtained qualifications elsewhere and wish to augment their skills with an in-depth course will be welcomed and will find their interest in massage rejuvenated.
Many massage courses are shorter and some may seem cheaper but we believe that this comprehensive training fully prepares students to begin professional practice with confidence and enthusiasm.
We welcome students of all ages and backgrounds. Academic qualifications are not essential. Commitment and enthusiasm are !!
We aim to make learning an enjoyable experience.

We take every opportunity to support your personal development throughout the course.
Groups are small, providing a high level of tutor to student time and attention.
We are well established - we have been training massage students in Gloucestershire since 1991.
Maitri Foundation is affiliated to, and all our students become members of, the Association of Physical and Natural Therapists (APNT) who are renowned for the high quality of their professional standards. APNT are active members of both the British Massage Therapy Council and the British Complementary Medicine Association who are the national governing bodies for massage practitioners.
The two main tutors on this course are both established local practitioners. Sheila Kean has been teaching massage since 1986 and established the Maitri Foundation in 1991. Her co-tutor, Martin Taylor has been teaching massage for a number of years and is currently involved with the British Massage Therapy Council, establishing the national standards of massage training. Sheila and Martin are also Craniosacral practitioners and teach Craniosacral Therapy in both the UK and abroad.
The course is taught in a peaceful location near Stroud. There is ample parking and we are within easy reach of National Express and British Rail. Bed & Breakfast is available nearby for those travelling to the course from greater distances. The atmosphere here is relaxed and friendly which we believe promotes a greater ability to learn.

Practical Details

Students are taught Swedish and Advanced massage skills; anatomy, physiology and pathology; practice management; self-development and awareness.
Students are required to complete homework assignments and carry out practice sessions. They also need to receive and document ten massage treatments over the course of the year.
There are eleven course weekends. In addition there are two student clinic days
The course fee includes : tuition on course weekends and student clinic days; extensive course notes; homework assignments; two treatments with tutors; student membership of APNT.
The course fee is £1500.00. A deposit of £500 is payable on booking to secure a place.
Places are available for the course beginning in autumn 2008
Previous students have received funding from various agencies - please ask for details.
Following successful course completion certificates will be awarded, and for those students wishing to work professionally or to hold a nationally recognised qualification, membership of APNT is available through examination.