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.
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The two-day Assisted Stretching course at London School of Massage teaches a complete table-based Dynamic Assisted Stretching routine for qualified massage therapists, sports massage therapists, yoga teachers, Pilates instructors, personal trainers and eligible movement professionals.
Students learn how to combine passive, dynamic and isometric stretches with gentle joint mobilisation, controlled movement and breath-led techniques. The routine can be offered as a structured assisted stretching session or integrated into an existing massage, sports, fitness or movement-based practice.
Training is delivered through tutor demonstrations, supervised partner practice and ongoing assessment. Students receive individual feedback on client positioning, stretch direction, range of movement, communication and practitioner body mechanics.
Tutors include experienced massage educators, qualified osteopaths and healthcare professionals with extensive knowledge of anatomy, movement, manual therapy and safe professional practice.
| Course name | Dynamic Assisted Stretching Course |
| Primary training focus | Table-based assisted stretching and stretch massage techniques |
| Course type | Accredited Continuing Professional Development course |
| Course duration | Two days |
| Suitable for | Qualified massage therapists, sports massage therapists, yoga teachers, Pilates instructors, personal trainers and eligible movement professionals |
| Entry qualification | Relevant Level 3 qualification in Massage, Sports Massage, Yoga, Pilates, Personal Training or an accepted equivalent |
| Study format | Face-to-face practical classroom training |
| Practical training | Passive, dynamic and isometric stretching, gentle joint mobilisation and a complete tabletop assisted stretching routine |
| Theory training | Stretching principles, relevant anatomy, range of movement, contraindications and professional application |
| Client clothing | Techniques are generally performed through comfortable clothing |
| Course materials | Electronic coursebook and digital certificate |
| Assessment | Ongoing practical assessment throughout both training days |
| Formal examination | No separate written or external practical examination |
| Certification | Accredited London School of Massage CPD certificate, subject to meeting the required practical standard |
| Accreditation | CMA, BCMA, IGCT and IICT |
| CPD points | 14 CPD points |
| Professional use | Integration into an existing insured massage, sports, fitness or movement-based practice |
| Training location | London School of Massage, Caledonian Road near King’s Cross |
| Progression | Trigger Point and Stretch Massage Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, Spinal Articulation and Mobilisation and Sports Massage training |
| Booking | Students can enrol directly through the Assisted Stretching course page |
Dynamic Assisted Stretching uses controlled movement, practitioner assistance and client participation to work through an appropriate range of movement.
Unlike a general self-stretching or flexibility course, this professional training teaches students how to safely stretch another person on a treatment table. It combines passive, dynamic and isometric methods with gentle mobilisation and breath-led movement.
The course covers:
The course is suitable for qualified:
Students who want to begin a professional massage career should first complete the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Massage or Sports Massage Diploma.
Applicants without an eligible qualification may attend only with prior approval and may receive a certificate of attendance rather than an accredited practitioner CPD certificate.
Qualified practitioners can also explore the wider range of massage courses for qualified therapists.
Students benefit from:
The course develops the practical skills required to apply Dynamic Assisted Stretching safely, confidently and within an appropriate professional scope.
Students learn:
Practical training includes:
Students learn:
Training covers:
Students should hold a relevant Level 3 qualification in:
Applicants must also:
Students without an eligible qualification may attend only with prior approval and may receive a certificate of attendance rather than an accredited practitioner CPD certificate.
Anyone unsure about eligibility should contact London School of Massage and provide a copy of their qualification before booking.
Students work as both practitioner and model throughout the course.
Comfortable clothing that permits unrestricted movement should be worn. The techniques are generally performed through clothing without oils or creams.
Students with an injury, health condition, pregnancy, disability or mobility restriction that may affect participation should contact the school before enrolling.
There are no separate written examinations or external practical examinations.
Assessment takes place continuously throughout both training days through:
Students must attend both days and demonstrate the required practical competence before the accredited CPD certificate is awarded.
Successful students receive a London School of Massage Dynamic Assisted Stretching CPD certificate.
The course is accredited or approved by CMA, BCMA, IGCT and IICT and carries 14 CPD points. Further information is available on the school’s Accreditations and Approvals page.
This is an accredited CPD course rather than a separate Ofqual-regulated qualification. Students must hold an appropriate underlying professional qualification and obtain suitable professional insurance before using the techniques commercially.
Students attending without an eligible qualification may receive a certificate of attendance rather than the accredited practitioner CPD certificate.
Qualified practitioners may integrate assisted stretching into an existing insured practice where the techniques fall within their qualifications, competence and professional scope.
The techniques may complement work in:
Massage therapists may incorporate selected techniques into massage treatments or offer a structured stretch massage session. Fitness and movement professionals may use the routine where it falls within their existing training and insurance.
Course completion does not qualify students to diagnose injuries, provide rehabilitation or treat medical conditions unless they hold separate qualifications that permit them to do so.
Suitable progression options include:
Practitioners can also explore the full range of advanced and CPD massage courses for qualified therapists.
This course is designed for qualified massage therapists, Sports Massage Therapists, yoga teachers, Pilates instructors, personal trainers and eligible fitness or movement professionals who would like to learn how to stretch another person safely.
Students should normally hold a relevant Level 3 qualification in Massage, Sports Massage, Yoga, Pilates, Personal Training or an accepted equivalent.
Anyone unsure about eligibility should send London School of Massage a copy of their qualification before booking.
The course is primarily designed for qualified practitioners because it builds on existing knowledge of anatomy, movement, client care and safe professional practice.
Applicants without an eligible qualification may attend only with prior approval and may receive a Certificate of Attendance rather than the accredited practitioner CPD certificate.
Students who want to begin a professional massage career should first complete the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Massage or an appropriate Sports Massage qualification.
Students learn a complete table-based assisted stretching routine that can be offered as a structured session or integrated into an existing massage, sports, fitness or movement-based practice.
Training includes passive, dynamic and isometric stretching, gentle joint mobilisation, breath-led movement, client positioning, communication and safe progression through an appropriate range of movement.
Students also learn techniques for the neck, shoulders, arms, trunk, hips, legs, calves and feet.
Yes. The course teaches a complete table-based routine performed on a professional massage couch.
Techniques are generally carried out through comfortable clothing without oils or creams. Students should wear lightweight, flexible clothing that allows unrestricted movement during practical training.
There is no separate written examination or external practical examination.
Students are assessed continuously throughout both training days through supervised practice, tutor observation and individual feedback.
Students must attend both days and demonstrate safe client positioning, controlled stretch application, suitable range, effective communication and completion of the full table-based routine before the accredited CPD certificate is awarded.
Yes. Classes are open to all genders and students normally work together in pairs during practical training.
No. London School of Massage provides the professional massage couches and classroom equipment required during practical training.
Students normally work in pairs and take turns acting as practitioner and model, so a separate model is not required.
No specialist stretching tools are normally required, London School of Massage provides the tools nessisary. Students will need to bring items such as:
Further information would be provided after purchasing and joining the course.
Students who intend to offer assisted stretching professionally will need access to a suitable massage couch and standard treatment supplies.
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