holistic TRAINING
hot stone massage TRAINING
This one-to-one Hot Stone Massage course is designed for those who want to learn how to use heated stones safely and effectively as part of a professional massage treatment.
Hot stone massage is a popular and deeply relaxing therapy that combines traditional massage techniques with the therapeutic benefits of heat. Delivered on a private, one-to-one basis, the training session allows you to learn at a comfortable pace, with time to practise techniques thoroughly and understand correct stone handling, temperature control, and client safety.
This course is suitable for complete beginners as well as therapists looking to add a popular specialist treatment to their service list.
Pricing: £295
(A £100 booking fee is required to secure your training date. The remaining balance can be paid on the day of your course or added at checkout if you prefer to pay in full.)
SUITABLE FOR
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Training format: One-to-One
Duration: Half day
Suitable for: Complete beginners
Accreditation: ABT
Model required: Yes (see details below)
Price: £295
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Foundations of Hot Stone Massage
Health, safety, and professional standards
Contra-indications specific to hot stone massage
Client consultation and suitability
Understanding heat therapy and its benefits
Hot Stone Techniques
Safe heating and handling of stones
Temperature control and client comfort
Placement of stones
Massage techniques using hot stones
Combining manual massage with stone work
Professional Practice
Structuring a full hot stone massage treatment
Managing client comfort throughout the treatment
Aftercare advice and client guidance
Creating a calm and professional treatment experience
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Prior to attending the course, you will be sent a short pre-course information pack.
This is designed to:
familiarise you with key terminology
introduce basic theory and safety concepts
allow more time on the day for practical learning
The pre-course reading is supportive and straightforward. There is no assessment or testing involved.
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A model is required for this course.
Students are responsible for providing their own model
The model will be required for the full training day
Full guidance will be provided in advance regarding suitability and preparation
This ensures realistic, hands-on experience and confidence working with clients.
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One of the benefits of one-to-one training is the opportunity to discuss the practical side of starting out professionally.
As part of this course, time is set aside to cover essential business guidance, helping you feel clearer and more confident about your next steps after training.
This includes:
Understanding insurance and accreditation
Setting up as a nail technician
Treatment pricing and positioning
Working safely and professionally
Building confidence as a beginner
Avoiding common early mistakes
You will also receive supporting resources to guide you beyond the training day.
This guidance is based on decades of industry experience and is designed to give beginners clarity, reassurance, and realistic direction — not pressure or overwhelm.
One-to-One Training
All training is delivered on a one-to-one basis. This means the pace, structure and depth of the day can be adapted to your individual needs.
Private training allows:
focused support
personalised guidance
a calm learning environment
time to build confidence without pressure
This approach is particularly beneficial for beginners who may feel overwhelmed in group settings.
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On successful completion, you will receive fully accredited certification.
Ongoing support is part of your training, and guidance is always available should you need advice as you begin working professionally.
Accreditation: ABT