Hot Stone Massage is a specialist body treatment that uses heated basalt stones alongside professional massage techniques to promote deep relaxation, muscle release, and client wellbeing.

This course is designed as a progression from Professional Body Massage and focuses on the safe and effective use of hot stones within a massage treatment. Learners will develop the skills required to deliver hot stone massage treatments confidently while maintaining high standards of safety, hygiene, and client care.

The course combines structured theory with hands-on practical training, allowing learners to understand stone placement, temperature control, and treatment flow to deliver a professional and relaxing client experience.

• Minimum age 18
• Completion of Professional Body Massage (or equivalent prior training)
• Good standard of written and spoken English
• Completion of required online Health and Safety training prior to attendance
• Physical ability to safely perform massage treatments

Course fees include training delivery, supervised practical sessions, assessment, and certification.

A deposit is required to secure your place, with the remaining balance payable prior to the course start date.

Flexible payment plans are available and will be discussed following registration of interest, subject to eligibility and terms.

Full fee details will be provided upon registration of interest.

Day 1: Pre-Course Requirement: Online Health and Safety

• Health and safety responsibilities
• Infection control and hygiene
• Safe working practices within the treatment environment

Day 2: Theory and Hot Stone Foundations

• Introduction to hot stone massage
• Benefits and effects of heat therapy
• Types of stones and equipment
• Stone heating methods and temperature control
• Client consultation and treatment suitability
• Contraindications and precautions
• Health, safety, and hygiene in hot stone massage
• Aftercare advice and professional communication

Day 3: Practical Training and Treatment Application

• Treatment setup and preparation
• Safe handling and placement of hot stones
• Incorporating stones into massage techniques
• Pressure, rhythm, and flow
• Full body hot stone massage routine
• Adapting treatments to individual client needs
• Professional treatment delivery and aftercare

On completion of this course, learners will be able to offer hot stone massage treatments within salon, spa, and wellness environments.

Hot stone massage is a high-demand treatment and can be offered as a standalone service or as a premium upgrade to existing massage treatments.

Continued practice and professional development are encouraged to refine technique and client experience.

• Accredited Hot Stone Massage certification
• Clear progression from Professional Body Massage
• Small group training with personalised tutor support
• Strong focus on safety, consultation, and professional standards
• Hands-on practical training with supervised guidance
• Ongoing learner support following course completion
• Complimentary refresher opportunity within 12 months, subject to availability
• Professional resources including consultation and aftercare templates