Dee Taylor - Edinburgh Indian Head Massage

Dee will be teaching Indian Head Massage Level 1 on the following dates: read more about Indian Head Massage Level 1 (beginners)

17th and 18th January 2015
7th and 8th March 2015
6th and 7th June 2015
5th and 6th September 2015
7th and 8th November 2015

And Indian Head Massage Level 2 on: read more about Indian Head Massage Level 2

18th October 2014
1st February 2015
10th May 2015
29th August 2015
1st November 2015

Refresher course suitable for any level of Indian Head Massage 10th January 2015. A review of the routine, a great chance to practise and build your confidence. BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW

Contact Dee for more information on these courses. Watch this page for more classes in Indian Head Massage in 2014

Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage is based on the ancient Ayurvedic healing system. It has been practiced in India for over a thousand years originally by women to keep their hair in beautiful condition. Indian Head Massage stimulates the flow of blood to the hair follicles. Head massage not only improves the condition of your hair but also provides an invaluable treatment for stress-linked problems such as headaches and eyestrain.

The majority of the working public spend most of their day at a desk working at a P.C. only using their upper bodies and head. The head, neck and shoulders are important energy centres within the body. If you are stressed tension tends to accumulate here which can result in a stiff neck or shoulders, eyestrain or headaches. Physical or emotional stress tends to result in tightening of the muscles in the back, shoulders, neck, face and scalp. Indian Head Massage focuses on these areas bringing about a release of tension and promoting relaxation. Clients tend to notice immediate improvements in physical and mental functioning.

Physical and Mental Benefits of an Indian Head Massage

Overall Benefits:
Relaxation of whole person.
Loosening of the scalp.
Relaxation of muscles thus providing immediate pain relief (analgesic).
Relief from chronic neck and shoulder stiffness.
Knots and nodules in the scapula region can be broken down.
Dispersal of toxins (lactic acid) from tense, knotted muscles.
Help in the relief of eyestrain and tension headaches.
Increased oxygen uptake in tissues.
Improved circulation of blood in previously congested muscles, providing extra oxygen for the brain.
Stimulation and improvement of the circulation and of the lymphatic system.
Promotion of hair growth.
Excellent for disturbed sleep and insomnia.
Help with mental tiredness and edginess.
Improved concentration.
Relief from mental and emotional stress.

Physical Benefits:
Regular treatments will significantly improve the following conditions:
Tinnitus (a ringing, buzzing, whistling, hissing or other noise heard in the ear or ears).
Temporo-mandibular joint tension (TMJ syndrome) often caused by grinding and clenching the teeth.
Sinusitis.
Migraine.

Mental Benefits:
A sense of calmness, peace and tranquillity.
A release of anxiety.
Relief from depression.
High levels of concentration.
Clearer thinking.
Deeper sleep.
An increase of energy levels.

Indian Head Massage Training - level 1 (beginners)

Stage 1 is the perfect way to learn Indian Head Massage - a soothing complementary therapy massage course which is a fun and informative experience for beginners.

This Indian Head Massage training course is taught over 2 days in Edinburgh. This massage course is an enjoyable 2-days where you will learn and practise the full basic routine of Indian Head Massage. The beginners level allows you to practise safely on family or friends. Or you can proceed to stage 2 to train for a formal qualification in Indian Head Massage accredited by IPTI.

No previous massage training is required to attend this course.

What you will learn - Indian Head Massage

The history, background and the benefits of IHM
Chakra energy centres and a basic introduction to anatomy and physiology
Massage techniques - the power of touch (demonstration and practise)
The full, basic massage routine (demonstration and practise in stages)
An introduction to aromatherapy oils, crystals and colour for treatments
Precautions - general and contraindications for treatments
Self care for relaxation and balancing stress
Introduction to relaxation and meditation techniques

This course runs for 2 days which gives you ample time to learn and practise the Indian Head Massage routine. Also icluded in the course is meditation which is a great tool to support your own self healing and help you feel less anxious about learning. At the course, students realise that there is the added benefit of receiving treatments throughout the weekend course - leaving them very relaxed and chilled by the end of day 2!

Costs - The course costs £175 (deposit of £75 to confirm place) and includes your full training, course manual and follow up support by telephone or email.

Course discounts are available -

On completion of stage 1, you can opt to take further training to secure your Indian Head Massage qualifications and gain your diploma certificate which allows you to practise as an IHM therapist - this is level 2 of our training programme.

Edinburgh (Saturdays & Sundays) - limited places

27th and 28th September 2014
15th and 16th November 2014
7th and 8th March 2015
6th and 7th June 2015
5th and 6th September 2015
7th and 8th November 2015

Venue Information

Classes are held at Breath-works 7a Alva Street EH2 4PH

If you wish to practise professionally as a therapist using Indian Head Massage, you would attend the beginners course and then attend Stage 2. The 2nd stage of Indian Head Massage focuses on how you would practise as a therapist, including some additional, technical massage moves that enhance the basic Indian Head Massage routine. Stage 2 also includes an exam and case studies so that we assess to ensure you are safe and ready to practise as a therapist.

Indian Head Massage Diploma

Stage 2 is the Diploma course in Indian Head Massage. This is for you if you wish to learn this complementary therapy massage course to practise as a professional therapist.

This level will teach you how to work professionally as an Indian Head Massage therapist - either adding this to your current therapies or to establish yourself as a professional therapist with this life-long skill.

Indian Head Massage is also known as 'Champissage' (the Indian word for massage is 'champi').

This Ayurvedic approach to health treats the person holistically; mind, body and emotions. Ayurvedic Indian Head Massage is used regularly as part of this approach to health. Yoga, a balanced diet and meditation are also encouraged for optimum health and well being which is why we teach some meditation on the course too.

The benefits that follow help you see why Indian Head Massage is a popular therapy in the UK. Some of these may include:

helping you feel calmer and happier
helping reduce your physical muscular tension
helping to lower high blood pressure
helping reduce tension headaches and stress
helping to increase your energy levels
helping to improve your sleep
helping to open constricted air passages - good for asthma
helping to reduce hypertension
helping your ability to focus and concentrate

What you will learn

Review of the IHM routine, knowledge and experience to date (from level 1)
Training - additional, professional, technical moves to provide deeper relief to muscular tension
Practise of routine incorporating new techniques
Therapist consultation - review and practise
Guidelines - how to improve/set up your own therapy business
Facial Reflexology - some new moves to incorporate into the routine which will help improve facial muscle and skin tone. Facial reflexology is a great extra to add to this wonderful treatment and can be practised on its own too

Following the training (and to complete Level 2) you will complete some assessments including case studies and a practical massage exam. Level 2 is also taught by Dee Taylor at Breath-works 7a Alva street Edinburgh EH2 4PH