Canadian Training Centre for Healing Alternatives

• Title: Indian Head Massage Training:  24 Hours (Three Days)
• Investment: $450 +GST
• CEUs: 24 units (Primary Category "A") 
• Restrictions: 
• • COVID Protocols and Physical Class Size Limit of 12
  • Classes have advance booking requirement
• Locations & Dates:
• • April 30th, May 1st, May 2nd - Calgary, Alberta
  • May 14th, 15th, 16th - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
  • May 28th, 29th, 30th - Edmonton, Alberta
    
  • June 11th, 12th, 13th - Creston, British Columbia
  • August 12th, 13th, 14th - Online/Virtual
    
• Registration and Information:
• • https://www.ctcforhealingalternatives.ca/indian-head-massage.php
• Main WebSite:
• • www.ctcforhealingalternatives.ca

Equipment Required

• A low-back, armless chair and a small pillow.
• Hair oil is which is an optional part of the treatment and is further discussed in class.
• Students are not required to bring chairs to class.
• This treatment is not suited to a standard European Massage Chair.

Description

INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE is a 4000-year-old therapy that treats the person on 3 levels; the physical, mental, and subtle. The modality is a combination of the traditional Indian head massage moves originating from India along with non-traditional moves given to the face, neck, upper arms, and shoulders. An Ayurvedic element of the work is done on the three higher Chakras (Visuddha, Ajna, and Sahasrara), which can help to assist the body's energies to rebalance. The delivery of a hair and scalp conditioning oil at the end of the treatment is completely optional.

This unique and ancient massage is done while a client sits fully clothed in a comfortable low back chair. It is the most versatile of all massages out there. Simply said, this massage can be done anywhere you can set up a chair for your client to sit on and receive this treatment. 

In the three-day intensive course, Lee-ann Harder, (tutor of this therapy for 12 years) will provide a comprehensive grounding in the theoretical basis and practical application of Indian Head Massage. Students will be able to use the technique as a principal or complementary part of their professional practice.

• The course includes three days of practical instruction and a very detailed workbook with pictures.
• An attendance certificate will be awarded at the end of the course, which allows students who qualify to collect continuing credits.
• For the optional additional certification you must complete the practical homework and case studies.
• Do be sure you have people to practise on daily while attending the course and immediately after.
• This treatment has a small energy-balancing component in addition to the hands on physical application.

BENEFITS

• General overall relaxation.
• Improved blood circulation increasing oxygen supply to the brain
• Relaxes taut and uncomfortable muscles, eases stiffness, breaks down knots and nodules in muscle tissues.
• Stimulates blood circulation and drains away accumulated toxins
• Increased joint mobility.
• Improved lymphatic drainage, which can help in the removal of waste products and toxins helping the immune system.
• Can give your hair a healthy lustrous shine and improve skin condition.
• Encourages deeper breathing and deep relaxation; very enjoyable and triggers the release of "feel good" chemicals called endorphins creating an almost euphoric sensation of contentment and happiness.
• Promotion of hair growth
• Helps to dissipate mental tiredness, stress, depression resulting in greater mental alertness and concentration and clearer thinking.
• Can create a more balanced state of being, and balancing of the Chakras

GENERAL CONTRAINDICATIONS

• Chronic Fatigue/Autoimmune diseases (if advanced and non-resolving)
• Clients undergoing medical treatments (with Doctor's approval is possible this treatment can be done)
• Recent whiplash or injury to the neck or upper back, shoulder and head region.