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In Foundations of Massage 1 you will gain an understanding of the power of touch as a therapeutic tool and as a means of communication for the massage professional.

Important pre-massage procedures that support the therapeutic relationship and professional environment are examined. The basic concepts of massage covered in Introductory Massage are reviewed in greater detail and level one, two and three hand skills are advanced. Massage sequences to the front of the body are introduced.

Subject Topics

  • The Massage Environment
  • Types of Supplies & Equipment
  • Determining Client Expectations
  • Pre-massage Procedures
  • Positioning & Draping Procedures
  • Feedback
  • Components of Massage
  • Level One, Two & Three Hand Skills
  • Turning Technique
  • Massage Sequences
    • Back of Body Review
    • Arm & Hand Massage
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Subject details

Duration
100
Fee
$695

Student comments

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    "The Diploma course I completed at ACM was very informative and absolutely up-to-date! Many components of the course touched on issues that regularly come up within the current massage industry."

    Lisa Wilson
    Adelaide
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