Save your Thumbs

Course Structure

For the course you will need to provide:

• Reflexology wands. These are available from many suppliers, and information about the wands are provided in the course (module 3)
• Bamboo squares. These are available from many suppliers, and information such as the size required is provided in the course (module 8).
   

The course is split into two sections: 

1. Online Learning: Access full online content, including video demonstrations, theory modules, and downloadable materials at your own pace.

2. Tutorial: One-to-one tutorial (face-to-face, Zoom) designed ensure you are happy with all elements of the course, your tecnique using the sticks is good, and all of your questions have been answered.

Benefits of Using Reflexology Wands (sticks)

• Enhanced effectiveness of your treatments through more precise and targeted work
• Application of deeper pressure without placing additional strain on your hands
• Reduce fatigue and support long-term hand and wrist wellbeing
• Maintenance of good sensitivity, still allowing you to clearly feel and assess reflexes
• You can expand your treatment options by accessing a wider range of reflex areas, such as around the heel area where there is often hard skin
• Greater control and consistency in the pressure you apply throughout a session
• You can work more efficiently while maintaining the quality of your treatment
• You build confidence in using specialist tools within your reflexology practice
• You can adapt your techniques more flexibly to meet individual client needs

Benefits of Wrapping the Feet

• You can keep your clients’ feet warm and comfortably supported during treatment
• You can enhance relaxation and the overall client experience
• You can use a reusable, practical alternative to traditional towels
• You can reduce laundry loads, saving time and washing costs
• You can create a more cost-effective approach to your treatment setup
• You can maintain a tidy, organised, and efficient working space as the bamboo squares take up less room

Online Learning

The online portion of this course is organized into ten modules. Each module guides you through the essential concepts using a combination of text segments and instructional videos, ensuring a clear and engaging learning experience. The modules are:

• Introduction
• Pressure
• Wands
• Contra-indications
• Techniques to use your wands
• Working reflexes
• Introducing the wands to your clients
• Wrapping the feet
• Aftercare advice and
• Contra-actions
• Marketing your treatments using wands.

Once you are happy with the techniques, you are ready to move onto the second part of this course, the tutorial.

Tutorial

Once you have completed the online course you care ready for your individual tutorial. This is to answer any questions you have about using the wands, as well as checking your technique. Tutorials can either be via Zoom or can be carried out face-to-face in Bursledon, at our first floor treatment room.

You will need to provide a client for your tutorial, which is generally between 60 and 90 minutes. The first 15 minutes is for you to ask any questions you have, after which you will bring in your client and work through the main reflexes. Once this has been completed we will issue you with a certificate.

If you would like more information about this course please contact Jackie@calminginfluences.com.