The London School of Massage offers professional massage training and complementary therapy courses.
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The London School of Massage offers professional massage training and complementary therapy courses.
Contact us to learn more about our courses, events, and industry news.
Advance your skills with this hands-on Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage & Sculpting Course. Unlike classic Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage massage (therapeutic, rhythmic techniques to reduce swelling and support lymph flow), Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage massage blends lymphatic drainage with advanced body-sculpting movements. The approach encourages circulation, helps reduce water retention, supports detoxification and promotes a more toned, defined appearance—bridging health and aesthetic goals. Ideal for massage therapists, aestheticians and wellness professionals, this Sculpting Massage Course teaches precise, results-focused methods you can integrate immediately into practice.
Note: This course focuses on non-medical bodywork. It does not train you to treat medical lymphoedema; always follow local regulations and referral pathways.
Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be fully equipped to integrate Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage & Sculpting techniques into your existing massage practice.
To enrol on this Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Sculpting course, learners must hold an OFQUAL-accredited Level 3 Diploma in Massage (or equivalent) that includes Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
If you are unsure about your eligibility, please email us a copy of your qualifications for advice.
Our Brazillian Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Sculpting course is approved by one or more of the following accrediting or insuring bodies:
This Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage course includes both theoretical knowledge and clinical application, covering the following topics:
Circulatory & Lymphatic Systems
Build a strong foundation by learning the structure and function of the circulatory and lymphatic systems. Gain an understanding of the lymph nodes, pathways, and their role in overall health and healing.
Healing & Surgical Care
Explore the stages of wound healing. Learn how Brazilian MLD supports both pre- and post-surgical recovery, reduces complications and promotes optimal healing.
Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage (BMLD)
Develop hands-on skills in Brazilian MLD. Learn the therapeutic benefits, a wide range of techniques and how to safely and effectively apply them. Explore key considerations, including indications and contraindications.
Brazilian vs. Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Compare Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage (BMLD) with Vodder MLD. Understand the differences in technique, purpose and outcomes and discover why the Brazilian method is favoured for both recovery and sculpting.
Professional Practice
Gain confidence in working within professional, legal and ethical frameworks. Learn best practices for preparing, assessing and treating clients, while creating tailored treatment plans that meet individual needs.
Treatment Applications
Appreciate common operative procedures as well as when and when not to use Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage for treatment. Focus on procedures including:
Appreciate how to provide effective pre- and post-operative care, alongside home care guidance to maximise client recovery and results.
Botox & Dermal Fillers
Understand the basics of Botox and dermal fillers, and discover how to safely integrate MLD with these cosmetic treatments.
By the end of this course, you will be equipped to deliver an effective of Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage treatment - supporting detoxification, accelerating recovery and enhancing sculpting results for your clients.
There are no formal exams for this Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage & Sculpting course.
In-class assessment and instructor feedback - ongoing evaluation of practical skills with real-time feedback to support learning and development. A CPD Certificate will be given if the instructor believes the required competencies have been met.
Following completion of this Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage & Sculpting Massage course, students have been able to:
Open their own private practice, treating clients from home
Work in health clubs, hotels, or ski resorts abroad
Offer mobile massage treatments
Treat clients using Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage & Sculpting massage techniques
Pursue degree-level studies in Osteopathy, Physiotherapy or Acupuncture
Supplement their full-time income with part-time massage work
Develop their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio
Join professional bodies, increasing credibility and access to further resources.
Brazilian Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) and Sculpting is a specialist massage approach that combines lymphatic drainage techniques, to encourage the movement of lymph and reduce fluid congestion, with body contouring “sculpting” movements aimed at enhancing shape and definition.
At the London School of Massage, the course is open to qualified massage therapists (Level 3 and above). Students must hold an Ofqual-accredited Level 3 Diploma in Massage including Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology (or equivalent), or higher.
Brazilian MLD is commonly booked for both wellbeing and aesthetic goals. Potential benefits include:
In traditional/medical MLD, oils and lotions are often not required because the technique works lightly on the skin.
However, Brazilian MLD is often performed with oil to allow smoother, more continuous strokes used in sculpting-style sequences.
For Brazilian MLD, the best choice is usually a light, fragrance-free, non-irritating product that provides slip without being greasy, such as grapeseed oil.
Traditional Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle, slow, clinical technique designed to support lymph flow and help manage swelling/oedema, using very light skin-stretch movements. Brazilian lymphatic drainage is typically a faster, more continuous style that blends lymphatic strokes with body sculpting/contouring techniques and is often marketed for “de-bloating” and aesthetic results.
Brazilian MLD commonly uses oils to support longer, continuous strokes, while traditional MLD uses little to no oil.
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