The Advanced Massage Masterclass

Three days of practical, focused learning for qualified massage therapists ready to deepen their skills and confidence.

Explore head, neck and shoulder pain; headaches, trigger points and referred pain; and lower back, hip and sciatic pain.

Develop your assessment skills, evidence-informed reasoning and safe, targeted massage approaches through guided hands-on practice.

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What You Learn

Physical therapist demonstrating a shoulder examination to a seated patient while healthcare trainees observe in a clinic

Day 1 — Head, Neck & Shoulder Pain

Build confidence in assessing common neck and shoulder presentations. Explore relevant anatomy, movement assessment and targeted soft tissue techniques, adapting your approach to each client through guided practical work.

Physical therapist gently supporting a female patient’s head on a treatment table while three colleagues observe in a clinic

Day 2 — Headaches, Trigger Points & Referred Pain

Explore muscle tenderness, trigger points and patterns of referred pain. Practise appropriate soft tissue approaches and learn to recognise when headache symptoms require referral rather than massage.

Massage therapy instructor demonstrating back massage techniques on a student while two trainees observe in an academy classroom

Day 3 — Lower Back, Hip & Sciatic Pain

Develop your assessment and hands-on skills for lower back, hip and sciatic-type presentations. Explore movement, relevant anatomy and adaptable massage techniques, with an emphasis on safe practice and recognising referral needs.

Who Is This Masterclass For?

The Advanced Massage Masterclass is designed for qualified massage therapists who want to build confidence in assessing common pain presentations and choosing appropriate, targeted massage techniques.

Through guided practical work, you’ll develop your understanding of movement, soft tissue assessment and treatment planning, while learning to adapt your approach to each client.

Ideal for therapists looking to refresh their knowledge, expand their practical skills and bring clearer reasoning to their treatments.

Entry requirement: An existing qualification in massage therapy, including anatomy and physiology.

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Course Details

Duration: Three days of in-person, practical training.

Location: Cornwall. Venue details confirmed before booking.

Learning approach: Tutor demonstrations, guided hands-on practice, movement assessment and discussion of common client presentations.

What to bring: 3 large Towels, comfortable black clothing and materials for taking notes. Massage oils and wax are provided.

Course Investment

Full Three-Day Masterclass: £595
Book the complete programme and save £60.

Individual Days: £225 per day

Saving when booking all 3 days
£80

Choose the topic most relevant to your practice, or attend all three to develop your skills across the full programme.

To enquire about dates and availability, please complete our enrolment form.

Certification

On successful completion, you will receive a Massage Hub Academy Certificate of Completion for The Advanced Massage Masterclass.

Therapists attending individual days will receive a certificate for the specific module completed.