PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE COURSE
Our Indian Head Massage certificate is currently offered in Bristol. Indian Head massage draws from the Ayurvedic system of healing and has been used in India for over 1,000 years. It has evolved further in the West. It is typically given as a seated treatment lasting 20 to 40 minutes.
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This is a wonderful therapy to use anywhere as it only needs an ordinary chair and no undressing. It is perfect for the workplace, festivals, residential homes etc.
Nationally Accredited Qualification
Graduates will be awarded with a BCMB Level 3 Certificate in Indian Head Massage, accredited by the Massage Training Institute (MTI).
MTI are a national organisation of well-established schools and tutors. MTI is a member of the General Council for Massage Therapy, the national lead body for massage in the UK.
2026 Course Dates - 30/31 March & 5/6 May Exam - 24 June
Course Fee - £550
Learn Indian Head Massage with us.
The programme includes:
Massage techniques for the upper back, neck, arms, head, scalp and face
Specific techniques aid deep relaxation, reduce stress and aim to restore physical and psychological balance.
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Indian Head Massage Certificate
Gain the skills, experience and qualification needed to practice Indian head massage professionally
This course is perfect for you if you...
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...are a massage practitioner, complementary therapist or a professional in a related field such as yoga, pilates and dance. and are looking for substantial professional development in the remedial and sports massage field.
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...have a personal interest in massage and physical health who are looking for a new career, skills, likeminded people, personal growth and fun!
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...have attended our introductory workshops or are a BCMB graduate from the Holistic Massage Diploma course, or hold a recognised qualification in Anatomy & Physiology, equivalent to Level 3.
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Discover more about this course further down.
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95% of our students pass first time
and many go on to have long and fulfilling careers as massage therapists.
What ever your journey, we pride ourselves on offering you our unique and successful approach to support your development every step of the way...
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Our unique and successful approach can support you every step of the way...
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High staff to student ratio - Maximum group size is 26 with two assistants alongside the Course Tutor
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Close supervision and support throughout all trainings
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Monthly access to free practice space at BCMB for student swaps or to see clients
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Relevant Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathologies and Ayurverdic History taught in practical hands on way
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Opportunity to work at our paid Graduate Massage Clinic for up to 6 months after graduation
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Go on to hire BCMB practice rooms to run your private practice or tutor students
'I love this course! So special, very well thought out, caters to many learning styles.
A very supportive and connected environment to be a part of."
Kirsty
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Download the form
There's also the option to apply via post or email. Download here:
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BCMB – Applications
Lower Ground Floor
109 Pembroke Road
Clifton
Bristol
BS8 3EU​ or
enquiries@bristolmassage.co.uk
If you have problem downloading or printing this form, please contact us and we will be happy to send you the application form by email or post.
Apply Online
Apply online for our professional massage courses in Bristol. Once your application has been received, we will be in touch to arrange a friendly interview with a member of the teaching team.
If you have any questions, please contact us 0117 946 6371 or enquiries@bristolmassage.co.uk
About BCMB
We are not a for profit organisation. We believe in, and want to share the gifts of quality touch therapy
We live by what we teach. Deeply respectful of all who work here and study here. There are no other colleges or centres offering the Massage Training Institute standard of Holistic Qualification.
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Passionate and committed (all of us who work at BCMB go above and beyond in our roles, for the love of body work, for the sense of a collaborative and supportive team, in appreciation of all the opportunities that working at the college provides each and every one of us in our professional development.
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Highly supportive of our students, doing all we can to give them boundaried and appropriate support in times of trouble to help them succeed in their vision for themselves.
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We welcome all students and public to join us and learn, heal and thrive in the nurturing, inclusive and inspiring environment of Bristol College of Massage and Bodywork.
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