How to teach massage workshops

For some therapists when you mention workshops they immediately think about a 'talk' , which is very different. I think this is one of the reasons why so many therapists are nervous about teaching workshops and avoid groupwork is because of that image of standing up center stage in front of a group and delivering a 'talk'.

Workshops by definition are interactive and very much a 'hands on' experience for people attending so the emphasis is on learning about massage and its benefits in a practical way.

There definately should be theory included to ensure learners know how to massage safely, but ample time should be given so they can learn first hand about the benefits of massage. Teaching massage workshops is very much about facilitating this and supporting your learners.

When focusing on the practical massage movement those attending and will need your direction, support and encouragement while they do this.

 Some learners find that massage comes quite easily and for others it can be a little more difficult and even physically demanding.

A balanced workshop should have some theory , ample time for the therapist to demonstrate and explain the techniques and plenty of practice time for learners with constructive feedback. This balance creates a positive learning experience and if your main objective is to increase your client list then having this positive learning experience between the therapist and learner will create a connection. When you estabish this relationship with potential clients they will be much more confident about booking in for individual treatments and also they will refer others to you.

Workshops should be fun for both the learner and the teacher. Most people who attend introductory workshops have little or no experience of massage, so your training materials and notes shouldn't be too long winded or technically written.

If you keep things simple and enjoyable you will create a successful workshop!

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