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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Looking to expand your skills with professional massage courses? Our Hot & Cold Stone Massage course teaches safe, effective stone techniques to relax tissues, ease tension and pain, reduce inflammation and support healthy circulation. You’ll learn how to heat, cool, store and apply stones confidently in treatment - ideal for therapists in holistic and sports massage settings.
Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be fully equipped to integrate Hot & Cold Stone Massage techniques into your existing massage practice.
To enrol on this Hot and Cold Stone Massage course, learners must hold an OFQUAL-accredited Level 3 Diploma in Massage, Sports 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.
Hot and Cold Stone Massage is a practical, hands-on training course for qualified massage therapists who want to learn how to safely use heated basalt stones and chilled marble stones within a professional massage treatment. This hot stone massage course explores how temperature-based therapy can support relaxation, circulation, muscular tension relief and overall wellbeing.
The course combines theory with practical application, teaching students the history, benefits, contraindications and safe use of hot and cold stones. Students will learn how to prepare, heat, cool, clean and apply stones effectively, while developing a full-body stone massage routine that can be integrated into existing massage treatments.
This Hot and Cold Stone Massage course gives therapists the practical skills and confidence to use heated and chilled stones safely and effectively, creating deeply relaxing, therapeutic and professional stone massage treatments.
There are no formal exams for this Hot & Cold Stone Massage 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 determines that the required competencies have been met.
Following completion of this Hot & Cold Stone Massage course, students have been able to:
Open their own private practice, treating clients from home
Work in health clubs, spas, hotels or ski resorts abroad
Offer mobile massage treatments
Progress to further advanced massage training, such as:
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 massage associations, increasing credibility and access to further resources.
To become a hot stone massage therapist you must first qualify in massage therapy usually with a Level 3 Diploma in Massage or equivalent. You then complete a CPD-accredited Hot Stone Massage course with a recognised training provider such as the London School of Massage. This ensures safe practice insurance eligibility and professional credibility.
Yes. Hot stone massage involves heat and carries risk if performed incorrectly. Professional certification is required for insurance compliance client safety and professional practice. Using hot stones without training is not recommended.
A Level 3 Massage qualification typically takes approximately 3 months depending on study format. Hot stone massage is then added as a 1–2 day CPD course once massage foundations are in place.
A hot stone massage uses smooth heated basalt stones placed on the body and incorporated into massage strokes. The heat helps relax muscles improve circulation reduce tension and allow the therapist to work more deeply with less pressure. It supports physical relaxation and nervous system calming.
FHT, CMA, BCMA, IGCT & IICT Accredited Course
FHT, CMA, BCMA, IGCT & IICT Accredited Course
BCMA, IGCT & IICT Accredited Course
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