Massage and Stretching

DAY 1 (7:00 AM)

14:00 - 14:30 - Participant arrival and welcome

Introducing the trainer.
Introduction of each participant.
Training presentation and recap of objectives.
Hand-over of documents, laminated boards.

Theoretical arguments (2h30)

• Analysis of posture to recognise and understand asymmetry (visual support Power Point projection):
  – Understanding agonist and antagonist muscles.
  – Spine and feet: understanding their impact on posture
  – Connective tissue, its major role.
• When, how, and to whom should you recommend Massage Stretching (internal and external)?.
• Theoretical presentation of Massage with technical explanation of different manoeuvres aimed at dissolving blockages responsible for numerous aesthetic problems (visual support, PowerPoint projection).
• Handout of a questionnaire on theoretical aspects.

Practical Session (4h00)

• Review of the questionnaire submitted at the end of the morning with explanations from the trainer and Q&A.
  – Check participants’ level of understanding.
  Identify the points gained and the unclear points.
  – Assess the ability to rephrase arguments.
• Demonstration of Massage Stretching manoeuvres on a model with analysis and explanations of the manoeuvres' actions.
• Massage Stretching Practice
  – Manual technique involving softening, pressing, and pumping of connective tissue, muscle elongations and stretches, combined with joint structure mobilisation.
  Using the correct amount of oil.
  – Selection and use of appropriate postures for self-protection (back, shoulders) and to ensure good flow and ideal pressure.
  – Application of specific stretching massage techniques.
  – Careful listening to the client's expectations and knowing how to meet them.
  To know how to adopt the right distance, session pace, and level of pressure for each client.
• Each participant will perform a massage using the laminated teaching boards under the oral guidance of the trainer, with correction and a reminder of the objective of the manoeuvres chosen by the trainer.
• Each participant will take turns modelling.
• Round table discussion on the day's programme, participant questions and trainer's answers/explanations.

DAY 2 (7:00 AM)

• Theoretical and practical review of various manoeuvres.
• Each participant will perform a massage using the laminated educational boards under the trainer's oral direction, with correction and a reminder of the objective of the manoeuvres chosen by the trainer.
• Each participant will take turns modelling.
• During the traineeship, the trainer will cover the following points:
  – Compliance with hygiene rules for equipment and practitioner,
  – Adherence to safety regulations for both the client and oneself,
  – Preparation of the room and equipment,
  – Welcoming the client, presenting the massage, the session's procedure, its benefits and contraindications, and asking about their expectations.,
  - Table setting,
  – Installing the client comfortably and safely on the table.
• As a continuation of the massage practice, each participant must perfectly practise the manoeuvres until complete confidence is achieved.
• Round table discussion on the day's programme, participant questions and trainer's answers/explanations.

DAY 3 (7:00 AM)

• A round table is held to discuss with each participant any potential difficulties in carrying out certain manoeuvres and the need to review them.
• Practical massage using laminated educational boards under the verbal guidance of the instructor, with correction and a reminder of the objective of the manoeuvres chosen by the instructor.
• Argumentation from the participants regarding the choice of Massage Stretching.
• Client approach – beautician, explanation of stretching massage objectives for the client.
• Hot takes.
• Closing remarks and handing out of documents.