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 Baby & Infant Massage Instructor Course at London School of Massage provides the practical and professional training required to teach Baby Massage safely to parents and caregivers.
Students learn a structured infant massage routine alongside baby cues, responsive touch, contraindications, safeguarding, parent communication and class delivery. The course prepares students to teach Baby Massage through private one-to-one tuition, group classes and family or community programmes.
Baby Massage uses gentle, responsive touch. Instructors teach parents and caregivers to observe their baby’s cues, seek permission through interaction and adapt each session according to the baby’s age, health, comfort and behavioural state.
The emphasis is on parent-led touch. Instructors demonstrate techniques using a training doll while parents massage their own babies, helping them develop confidence, communication and connection.
This course may be suitable for:
Applicants must meet the published entry requirements to receive the accredited instructor certificate.
Anyone unsure whether their qualification is accepted should send London School of Massage a copy before booking.
Qualified Baby Massage Instructors may teach parents and caregivers through:
The training develops both the practical massage knowledge and teaching skills required to deliver safe, structured and supportive sessions.
London School of Massage has provided professional massage and complementary therapy training since 1994.
Students benefit from:
Learn more about the school on the London School of Massage history page.
The course combines practical Baby Massage training with the skills required to teach parents and caregivers.
Students learn how to demonstrate each technique clearly, observe infant cues, manage group sessions, support parents and maintain a calm, inclusive and professional learning environment.
Training includes:
The training is delivered in person at a London School of Massage venue.
Students practise the massage routine and teaching methods using suitable training dolls. Babies are not used as practice models during the classroom course.
This reflects professional Baby Massage teaching practice, where the instructor demonstrates techniques while the parent or caregiver massages their own baby.
Students learn how to adapt their teaching for:
The course also covers lesson planning, pacing, communication and creating a supportive environment in which parents feel comfortable asking questions.
The course teaches students how to deliver safe, responsive Baby Massage education to parents and caregivers.
Students learn:
Training covers:
Students learn a structured routine for the:
The course also introduces gentle routines associated with relaxation and comfort around wind and colic-like symptoms without presenting Baby Massage as medical treatment.
Students learn about:
Training includes:
Students learn how to:
Training covers:
Students are introduced to:
The Baby & Infant Massage Instructor Course is open to students with previous Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology knowledge.
Students who already hold a recognised Level 3 qualification that includes Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology do not need to complete the additional home-study A&P assignments.
Accepted qualifications may include:
Students may be asked to provide a copy of their qualification as evidence.
Students without a previous Level 3 Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology qualification may still enrol on the course.
They must complete the additional home-study Anatomy and Physiology assignments provided by London School of Massage.
These assignments must be completed alongside the practical training, written coursework and Baby Massage teaching case studies before the final certificate can be issued.
The course may be suitable for:
Previous practical massage experience is helpful but is not essential because students learn the complete Baby Massage routine during the course.
Students with an existing Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology qualification should provide a copy to London School of Massage.
Anyone uncertain whether their qualification meets the exemption requirements should send it to the school before booking.
Students should be comfortable communicating with parents and caregivers and must demonstrate suitable professional behaviour throughout the course.
Before teaching Baby Massage professionally, graduates are responsible for arranging appropriate insurance and meeting any safeguarding, disclosure or workplace requirements relevant to their role.
Assessment includes:
Students receive practical feedback during the classroom training and guidance for completing their post-course work.
Students must complete:
The case studies are completed independently outside London School of Massage.
All required work must be submitted within four months of the classroom course date.
The electronic accredited diploma is issued after the student has:
Students who do not meet the prerequisite qualification requirements may receive a Certificate of Attendance instead.
The course is accredited or approved by professional organisations including:
The course carries 14 CPD points.
Further information is available on the London School of Massage Accreditations and Approvals page.
Students must obtain appropriate professional insurance before teaching Baby Massage to members of the public.
Insurance requirements vary. Students should confirm that their previous qualification and Baby Massage Instructor certificate are accepted by their chosen provider.
Further guidance is available on the massage therapist insurance page.
After successful completion and subject to appropriate insurance, students may teach Baby Massage through:
The course prepares students to teach parents and caregivers rather than provide clinical treatment directly to babies.
Qualified instructors may develop:
Instructors must follow appropriate safeguarding procedures, maintain insurance and refer health concerns to a qualified healthcare professional.
Students interested in pregnancy, postnatal and family wellbeing may also consider the Pregnancy & Postnatal Massage Course.
Qualified therapists can explore the complete range of massage courses for qualified therapists.
Yes. Previous practical massage experience is helpful but it is not essential, as students learn the complete Baby Massage routine and parent-teaching methods during the course.
Students who already hold a recognised Level 3 qualification in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology will not need to complete the additional A&P assignments.
Students without a previous A&P qualification may still enrol but must complete the home-study Anatomy and Physiology assignments alongside the practical training, written coursework and teaching case studies.
The course may be suitable for massage and complementary therapists, midwives, nurses, health visitors, doulas, childcare professionals, family-support workers and anyone wishing to teach Baby Massage to parents and caregivers.
If you already hold an Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology or healthcare qualification, you are welcome to send London School of Massage a copy before booking so that any exemption from the additional A&P assignments can be confirmed.
You will learn a structured Baby Massage routine covering the legs, feet, abdomen, chest, arms, hands, face and back.
The course also covers infant cues, responsive touch, contraindications, suitable massage products, hygiene, safeguarding, parent communication and how to plan and deliver private or group Baby Massage classes.
You will also develop the confidence to demonstrate each technique clearly and help parents adapt the massage to their baby’s comfort and behavioural state.
No. Babies are not used as practice models during the classroom training.
Students practise the routine and teaching methods using suitable training dolls. This reflects professional Baby Massage teaching, where the instructor demonstrates the techniques while parents and caregivers massage their own babies.
Assessment includes classroom participation, tutor observation, practical Baby Massage demonstrations, parent-teaching exercises, written assignments and post-course case studies.
Students receive practical feedback during the classroom training as well as guidance on completing their assignments and teaching evidence.
The electronic accredited diploma is issued after all required training, coursework and case studies have been completed successfully.
The practical classroom training uses teaching exercises and training dolls rather than couch-based partner massage.
Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a notebook and pen for personal notes. Any course-specific teaching materials or additional items needed will be confirmed in the full information provided after enrolment.
Students who plan to teach Baby Massage professionally may also wish to purchase a suitable training doll, class mats, parent handouts and appropriate teaching supplies for their future sessions.
Yes. Students who successfully complete the practical training, written assignments, Anatomy and Physiology requirements where applicable and teaching case studies may teach Baby Massage to parents and caregivers, subject to appropriate professional insurance and safeguarding requirements.
Classes may be offered privately, in groups or through family, maternity, community and wellbeing settings.
Before teaching members of the public, students should confirm suitable cover with their insurer. Further information is available on the Therapist Insurance page.
Students interested in supporting clients throughout pregnancy and after birth may also consider the Pregnancy & Postnatal Massage Course.
Students must teach a Baby Massage course to a group of at least four parents and babies. They must also complete a separate case study involving private one-to-one Baby Massage tuition.
The required work is completed outside London School of Massage and must be submitted within four months of the course date.
Students who meet the entry requirements and successfully complete the training, assignments and case studies may teach Baby Massage to parents and caregivers, subject to appropriate professional insurance.
Baby Massage classes may be offered privately, in groups or through complementary therapy, family, community and wellbeing settings. Instructors must remain within their professional scope and refer medical concerns to an appropriate healthcare professional.
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