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UPCOMING CPD COURSES
The courses advertised below are not directly provided by The SMA unless the title starts with SMA, but by third parties or SMA members

CPD Courses

  • Muscle Doctor: Dry Cupping (Oxford)

    • 14 Jun 2025
    • The Oxford Academy, Oxford


    Dry CUPPING

    When - Saturday 14th June, 2025

    Where - The Oxford Academy, Oxford

    Normal cost - £135, but discounted to £121.50 for SMA members

    This 1 day CPD workshop will provide manual therapists from all backgrounds with the theoretical knowledge behind the effects and uses of dry cupping therapy and a variety of practical applications that you can immediately implement into your practice.

    As well as learning correct and safe use of standard dry cupping techniques you will also learn other advanced techniques.

    A minimum level of level 3 massage therapist is required for this course.

    Click this link to get the SMA discount and find out more

    This course is run by SMA Member Liam Coffey

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  • Wayne Robson-Brown MSMA: Dry Cupping CPD Course (Swansea)

    • 14 Jun 2025
    • 09:00 - 16:30
    • Mercure Hotel, Swansea

    Dry Cupping Therapy with SMA member Wayne Robson-Brown

    Price: Normal cost - £115, but £95 for SMA members

    This one-day CPD workshop will cover the correct and safe use of dry cupping techniques, incorporating the treatment of a range of common sporting injuries. The workshop offers plenty of practical demonstrations, enabling participants to achieve a new skill base that they can easily incorporate into their current clinical practice.

    The course is suitable for soft tissue therapists, sports massage practitioners, physiotherapists, chiropractors and osteopaths.  A minimum of level 3 massage therapist is required to attend this course.

    To include: course notes, and CPD certificate

    How to Book: Contact email: waynerobson-brown@mail.com

    Course Tutor: Wayne Robson-Brown MRes, BSc (Hons), PGCE

    Olympics and Paralympics 2012

    Commonwealth Games 2002 and 2022

    Ex Swansea City FC and Cardiff City FC

    Ex Ospreys Rugby

    SMA Level 4 Gold member

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  • NLSSM: Beyond the Wrist! Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Related Conditions

    • 18 Jun 2025
    • 19:00 - 20:30
    • Online via Zoom


    “It’s just a bit of wrist pain!”...until it’s Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

    Join Susan Findlay live via Zoom on 18th June as she unpacks what CTS really is, how to treat it effectively, and why massage therapy and realistic homecare can make all the difference in resolving this frustrating condition.

    • Time: 7pm - 8pm + Q&A
    • Date: Wednesday 18th June 2025
    • Location: ONLINE via Zoom
    • Cost: £15.00

    She’ll also explore how many of these rehabilitation techniques can be adapted for issues like tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow, making this a practical, valuable session for any soft tissue therapist looking to get real results in clinic.

    This webinar focuses on hands-on, proven techniques that support long-term change and client wellbeing.

    Aims and objectives:

    • Tests that support or disprove the hypothesis
    • Developing an understanding of the pathology
    • Determining possible causes
    • Recognizing signs and symptoms
    • Rehabilitation from a soft tissue therapist’s perspective
    • Choosing the right techniques for the best outcome
    • Practical work to explore techniques that work best
    • Understanding how to motivate your client to make the necessary changes to resolve the condition
    • Homecare strategies that are realistic and relevant, more importantly, solutions that clients will love to do

    We look forward to seeing you on the night! Don’t forget – if you can’t make it on 18th June, you will have 14 days to rewatch the webinar as many times as you like.

    Click here to book your ticket!

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • SMA Study Evening: Manual therapy – where’s the evidence?

    • 18 Jun 2025
    • 19:00 - 20:00
    • ONLINE ZOOM
    Register

    Manual therapy – where’s the evidence

    Wednesday 18th June at 7pm

    Synopsis:

    Manual therapy is often criticised on social media, and yet many patients and therapists find it useful in day-to-day practice. What is happening - does it work or doesn’t it?  In this lecture, we will look at the evidence behind manual therapy and see how we can bring it into the 21st century.

    Biography: 

    Dr Christopher Norris is a Chartered Physiotherapist (MCSP) who qualified from Pinderfields College in 1981. He gained a Masters degree (MSc) in Exercise Science (physical habilitation) from Liverpool University in 1988 and a Doctorate (PhD) from Staffordshire University in 2009. His PhD research was on spinal rehabilitation. Chris holds postgraduate certification in both Occupational Health (cert OH) and Orthopaedic medicine (MSOM).

    An experienced acupuncturist and dry-needling practitioner, Christopher Norris trained in Western acupuncture in the 1980’s with the Society of Biophysical Medicine and gained an advanced certificate in Chinese Acupuncture from Renshu College in London in 1999. He is a member of the British Acupuncture Council (MBAcC) and has been an advanced member and tutor for the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP) since its founding years.

    Chris Norris is the author of fourteen books on physiotherapy, exercise, and acupuncture.  His textbook Sports and Soft Tissue Injuries (Routledge 2019) is in its 5th edition and his book Back Rehabilitation (Routledge 2023) is in its 3rd edition.  Dr Norris lectures widely to physiotherapists, doctors and exercise professionals. He holds a postgraduate certificate in medical education (PGCmed ed) from Staffordshire University and is a visiting lecturer and external examiner to several universities.  Having sold the two successful private practices which he ran for the last 30 years, he is now an independent consultant physiotherapist.

    Chair of the SMA, Yvonne Blake, will open the event at 7pm. We're looking forward to seeing you there!

     

    Yvonne Blake

     

    Chris Norris

    We ask you to ONLY register for this event if you are able to attend LIVE.  All SMA Study Events are recorded and made available to eligible members after the event has taken place.

    If you are NOT an SMA member, attending this event will cost you £25. We will then register you as a Friend of the SMA and you will gain access to all the SMA's live Study Events for the following 12 months.

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  • Wayne Robson-Brown MSMA: Kinesiotaping CPD Course (Swansea)

    • 22 Jun 2025
    • 09:00 - 16:30
    • Mercure Hotel, Swansea

    Kinesiotaping with SMA member Wayne Robson-Brown

    Price: Normal cost - £115, but £95 for SMA members

    This one-day CPD workshop will cover the safe application of kinesiotaping for a range of common sporting injuries. The workshop offers plenty of practical demonstrations, enabling participants to achieve a new skill base that they can easily incorporate into their current clinical practice.

    The course is suitable for soft tissue therapists, sports massage practitioners, physiotherapists, chiropractors and osteopaths. A minimum of level 3 massage therapist is required to attend this course.

    To include: course notes, and CPD certificate

    How to Book: Contact email: waynerobson-brown@mail.com

    Course Tutor: Wayne Robson-Brown MRes, BSc (Hons), PGCE

    Olympics and Paralympics 2012

    Commonwealth Games 2002 and 2022

    Ex Swansea City FC and Cardiff City FC

    Ex Ospreys Rugby

    SMA Level 4 Gold member

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  • NLSSM: Soft Tissue Re-Education Methods and Homecare

    • 24 Jun 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    Convert soft tissue therapy techniques into homecare activities for clients!

    A dynamic advanced one-day course that will arm you with practical homecare ideas and rehabilitative exercises for your clients


    Aims and Objectives

    • Understand the mechanisms of soft tissue dysfunction as relevant to ROM. 
    • Understand the physiological effects and proposed benefits of flexibility training/treatment intervention.
    • Learn how to administer Muscle Energy Technique stretches as homecare
    • Introduce the various methodologies/techniques used and available to the therapist for facilitation of ROM 
    • Be able to treat using flexibility techniques specific to physiological requirements.
    • Understand the mechanisms of soft tissue dysfunction as relevant to ROM.
    • Follow through a visual assessment to testing and choose appropriate techniques.
    • Understand the differences between corrective exercise, functional training and stretching.
    Click here for further information about the course and registration details.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • Certified Oncology Massage 3 Day Workshop and Online Course - Edinburgh

    • 27 Jun 2025
    • 09:00
    • 29 Jun 2025
    • 17:00
    • Leonardo Hotel, Edinburgh, EH12 6UG

    Certified Oncology Massage 3 Day Workshop and Online Course

    This 3 day course leads to a fully accredited qualification as a Certified Oncology Massage Therapist.

    Focusing on developing your understanding of common conditions of cancer and how this will influence your work, it includes how to modify your massage techniques along with learning some new ones specific to a variety of cancer conditions.

    • Online and 3 Day in-person Practical Workshop: £499
    • Online only: £99

    What's included?

    This course is split up into an online portion and 3 days of in-person practical workshops.

    • Online Workshop - This portion of the course will cover the technical information you need in order to make appropriate choices in care
    • Day 1 Practical Workshop - This will teach you how to modify your manual therapy based on real life case studies for common conditions.
    • Day 2 Practical Workshop - This focuses on developing your manual techniques and advancing your soft tissue skills
    • Day 3 Practical Workshop - This day includes providing homecare suggestions and covering rehabilitation principles as well as bringing together all that you have learnt.

    Please note this is an advanced massage course, the prerequisite is you must have a relevant hands-on therapy qualification or massage experience.

    Click here for further information about the course and registration details

    This course is provided by SMA member Susan Findlay


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  • Wayne Robson-Brown MSMA: Tool-assisted massage CPD Course (Swansea)

    • 28 Jun 2025
    • 09:00 - 16:30
    • Mercure Hotel, Swansea

    Tool-assisted massage with SMA member Wayne Robson-Brown

    Price: Normal cost - £115, but £95 for SMA members

    This one-day CPD workshop will teach participants how to safely utilise tool-assisted massage to provide therapeutic benefits to patients. The workshop offers plenty of practical demonstrations, enabling participants to achieve a new skill base that they can easily incorporate into their current clinical practice.

    The course is suitable for soft tissue therapists, sports massage practitioners, physiotherapists, chiropractors and osteopaths.

    A minimum of level 3 massage therapist is required to attend this course.

    To include: course notes, and CPD certificate

    How to Book: Contact email: waynerobson-brown@mail.com

    Course Tutor: Wayne Robson-Brown MRes, BSc (Hons), PGCE

    Olympics and Paralympics 2012

    Commonwealth Games 2002 and 2022

    Ex Swansea City FC and Cardiff City FC

    Ex Ospreys Rugby

    SMA Level 4 Gold member

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  • Certified Oncology Massage 3 Day Workshop and Online Course - Belfast

    • 04 Jul 2025
    • 09:00
    • 06 Jul 2025
    • 17:00
    • Dorothy Kelly Academy of Reflexology, 16 Townsend Enterprise Centre, Belfast, BT13 2ES

    Certified Oncology Massage 3 Day Workshop and Online Course

    This 3 day course leads to a fully accredited qualification as a Certified Oncology Massage Therapist.

    Focusing on developing your understanding of common conditions of cancer and how this will influence your work, it includes how to modify your massage techniques along with learning some new ones specific to a variety of cancer conditions.

    • Online and 3 Day in-person Practical Workshop: £499
    • Online only: £99

    What's included?

    This course is split up into an online portion and 3 days of in-person practical workshops.

    • Online Workshop - This portion of the course will cover the technical information you need in order to make appropriate choices in care
    • Day 1 Practical Workshop - This will teach you how to modify your manual therapy based on real life case studies for common conditions.
    • Day 2 Practical Workshop - This focuses on developing your manual techniques and advancing your soft tissue skills
    • Day 3 Practical Workshop - This day includes providing homecare suggestions and covering rehabilitation principles as well as bringing together all that you have learnt.

    Please note this is an advanced massage course, the prerequisite is you must have a relevant hands-on therapy qualification or massage experience.

    Click here for further information about the course and registration details

    This course is provided by SMA member Susan Findlay


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  • NLSSM: Muscle Energy Techniques - Post Isometric Relaxation

    • 15 Jul 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    Improve your rehabilitation and treatment outcomes using Muscle Energy Techniques.

    MET is used to treat somatic dysfunction, especially decreased range of motion, muscular hypertonicity and pain.

    One of the aims of the workshop is to encourage your independence of thought so that you can confidently apply MET to any area of the body.

    What you will achieve

    • An understanding of the physiological effects of MET
    • An understanding of the mechanism of the technique
    • The ability to apply safe and effective MET PIR to lower limb
    • The confidence to workout its' application in most given circumstances
    • The ability and understanding of when to apply passive and active MET to lower limb
    • The appropriate understanding of when to apply it and its' contraindications
    • The ability to test range of motion for hip, knee and ankle

    Please note that you will joining an existing diploma course for this workshop.

    Click here for further details.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • Muscle Doctor: REHAB 1: Remedial exercise prescription for the manual therapist (Oxford)

    • 19 Jul 2025
    • The Oxford Academy, Oxford


    Rehab 1

    Remedial exercise prescription for the manual therapist

    When - Saturday, 19th July 2025

    Where - The Oxford Academy, Oxford

    Cost - £135 (£121.50 for SMA members)

    As manual therapists, it is important that we have a wide vocabulary of remedial exercises to hand to prescribe to our clients and a firm understanding of how to progress or regress these exercises to suit our client's needs.

    Rehab 1 - Remedial exercise prescription, aims to equip manual therapists with the knowledge and ability to instruct patients with remedial exercise to treat instability and weakness.

    You will come away with a broad range of exercise variations and progressions that you will be able to implement into your clinic immediately.

    Book here and find out more

    This course is run by SMA Member Liam Coffey

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  • Grow Physio: Treating Shoulder Injuries in Sport with Steve Miller

    • 25 Jul 2025
    • 18:30 - 20:00
    • ONLINE

    I’d love for you to join me for an evening of practical skills and insights you can immediately apply with your own patients and athletes in your clinics or sporting environment.


    ️ Wed, 25 Jun 2025 | 18:30–20:00 BST

     Online Webinar: Register Here

    SMA Members using discount code SMA15 at checkout get 15% off

     We'll be covering:

     Empowering patient education
     Manual therapy demos: Soft tissue release & joint mobilisations

     Sports taping techniques & care escalation

    ❓ Live Q&A + networking


     Don’t miss out – let’s learn and grow together!

     Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/manage/events/1397188220579

    Steve

    Founder of Grow Physio Academy

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  • NLSSM: Advanced Assessment Skills of the Foot & Ankle

    • 26 Jul 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    Enhance Your Expertise in Foot & Ankle Assessment

    Deepen your understanding of foot and ankle structure and function, equipping yourself with the skills to assess, hypothesise, and treat with confidence.

    This one-day workshop takes an in-depth look at foot & ankle anatomy, biomechanics, and pain, giving you the knowledge and practical tools to enhance your treatment approach.

    • Refine your interpretation - As clinicians, our job isn’t just to test—it’s to interpret. To ask the right questions. To step back and see whether the area you are testing is truly the villain, or just a victim caught in the chain reaction of movement.

    • Enhance your Assessment Skills - Because in the end, great assessment isn’t about finding what’s wrong. It’s about understanding why. We will help arm you with deeper understanding of assesments such as Knee to Wall, Drawer and Navicular Drop test … and more

    Learning Objectives:

    • Recognise common issues: Identify key conditions and injuries, understand their causes, and learn how to approach them effectively
    • Master hands-on assessment: Improve your ability to palpate soft tissue and bony landmarks with accuracy, refining your touch for better clinical insights.
    • Use tests with confidence: Learn to apply special tests and functional assessments in a way that provides meaningful, actionable information.
    • Assess functional movement: Identify whether issues are local or linked to more global movement patterns.
    • Form a clear hypothesis: Gain the confidence to interpret your findings and structure a treatment plan.
    • Bring it all together: Learn how to integrate different assessment methods, making sense of complex cases and refining your decision-making process.
    • Understanding common functional tests: For the foot and ankle joint
    • Develop your assessment ability: To confidently assess the functional state of the i.e. knee
    • Increase your confidence: In building a hypothesis and an appropiate treatment plan
    • Appreciation of contraindications: Understand when to refer
    Click here for further information about the course and registration details.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • NLSSM: Muscle Energy Techniques - Reciprocal Inhibition

    • 29 Jul 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    Develop powerful skills and increase your ability to be precise using Muscle Energy Techniques.

    MET is used to treat somatic dysfunction, especially decreased range of motion, muscular hypertonicity and pain.
One of the aims of the workshop is to encourage your independence of thought so that you can confidently apply MET to any area of the body.

    What you will achieve

    • An understanding of the physiological effects of MET
    • An understanding of the mechanism of the technique
    • The ability to apply safe and effective RI to the upper limb
    • The confidence to workout its' application in most given circumstances
    • Review how to apply PIR to the lower limb
    • The ability and understanding of when to apply passive and active MET to lower limb
    • The appropriate understanding of when to apply it and its' contraindications
    • The ability to test range of motion for A/C, S/C and GH joints

    You must have completed the Muscle Energy Technique – PIR before attending this workshop. 

    Click here for further details.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • NLSSM: Muscle Energy Techniques - Post Isometric Relaxation

    • 10 Aug 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    Improve your rehabilitation and treatment outcomes using Muscle Energy Techniques.

    MET is used to treat somatic dysfunction, especially decreased range of motion, muscular hypertonicity and pain.

    One of the aims of the workshop is to encourage your independence of thought so that you can confidently apply MET to any area of the body.

    What you will achieve

    • An understanding of the physiological effects of MET
    • An understanding of the mechanism of the technique
    • The ability to apply safe and effective MET PIR to lower limb
    • The confidence to workout its' application in most given circumstances
    • The ability and understanding of when to apply passive and active MET to lower limb
    • The appropriate understanding of when to apply it and its' contraindications
    • The ability to test range of motion for hip, knee and ankle

    Please note that you will joining an existing diploma course for this workshop.

    Click here for further details.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • NLSSM: TSTR - Transverse Soft Tissue Release

    • 12 Aug 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    An Advanced Massage Technique that clients will love and produces results!

    This Transverse Soft Tissue Release course comprises of an online portion, as well as a one-day practical workshop taught by NLSSM Director, Susan Findlay.

    The purpose of Transverse Soft Tissue Release (TSTR) is to improve the tissue environment without causing undue stress. I have heard multiple times how painful this technique can be from clients and therapists alike. Whilst it is a strong technique, it should not include pain. It should instead feel like the tissue is being given a good stretch without being beaten up!

    Click here for further information about the course and registration details.

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • NLSSM: Muscle Energy Techniques - Reciprocal Inhibition

    • 31 Aug 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    Develop powerful skills and increase your ability to be precise using Muscle Energy Techniques.

    MET is used to treat somatic dysfunction, especially decreased range of motion, muscular hypertonicity and pain.
One of the aims of the workshop is to encourage your independence of thought so that you can confidently apply MET to any area of the body.

    What you will achieve

    • An understanding of the physiological effects of MET
    • An understanding of the mechanism of the technique
    • The ability to apply safe and effective RI to the upper limb
    • The confidence to workout its' application in most given circumstances
    • Review how to apply PIR to the lower limb
    • The ability and understanding of when to apply passive and active MET to lower limb
    • The appropriate understanding of when to apply it and its' contraindications
    • The ability to test range of motion for A/C, S/C and GH joints

    You must have completed the Muscle Energy Technique – PIR before attending this workshop. 

    Click here for further details.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • SMA Study Evening: Introduction to Myoskeletal Alignment Technique (MAT) with Nathan Faye

    • 04 Sep 2025
    • 19:00 - 20:00
    • ONLINE ZOOM
    Register

    INTRODUCTION TO MYOSKELETAL ALIGNMENT TECHNIQUE (mat)

    Thursday 4th June at 7pm

    Synopsis:

    In this one-hour interactive session, Nate will introduce the key principles behind Myoskeletal Alignment Technique (MAT), a method developed by renowned educator Eric Dalton. Drawing on Dalton’s unique integration of osteopathic principles, movement science, and manual therapy, MAT offers a fresh lens through which to assess and treat common musculoskeletal issues.

    We’ll explore the foundational concepts that underpin MAT and discuss how it fits into modern sports and clinical practice. He’ll also demonstrate three simple, effective techniques for the lower back, each one designed to be easy to apply and immediately useful in your own clinic. These tools aim to help you improve outcomes for your clients in the MAT way.

    Whether you’re completely new to MAT or curious about how it complements your current approach, this session is designed to be practical, engaging, and relevant to your day-to-day work.

    Biography: 

    Nathan has been a Licensed Massage Therapist for nearly 20 years. He is the owner of Hazardville Wellness, a multi-practitioner wellness centre in Connecticut. He loves working with clients using the ART of Myoskeletal Alignment Technique (MAT) to help them get better faster. Nathan is a Master Myoskeletal Therapist (MMT)®, MAT educator and holds a Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Therapy. He has been teaching internationally for the Freedom from Pain Institute since 2020. Nathan’s workshops are highly regarded, with feedback from students like: "Nate's classes are very educational. He presents the material in an easy-to-understand way. He has a light-hearted sense of humour that makes his classes a lot of fun!"

    Chair of the SMA, Yvonne Blake, will open the event at 7pm. We're looking forward to seeing you there!

     

    Yvonne Blake

     

    Nathan Faye

    We ask you to ONLY register for this event if you are able to attend LIVE.  All SMA Study Events are recorded and made available to eligible members after the event has taken place.

    If you are NOT an SMA member, attending this event will cost you £25. We will then register you as a Friend of the SMA and you will gain access to all the SMA's live Study Events for the following 12 months.

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  • NLSSM: Neck, Jaw and Chest and Treating the Shoulder Double Workshop

    • 06 Sep 2025
    • 08:30 - 17:30
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    This is a bundle consisting of 2 x half day practical workshops and 2 x online courses. One workshop will take place in the morning, and the the other in the afternoon.

    Both of these workshops are taught exclusively by NLSSM Director Susan Findlay.

    Neck, Jaw and Chest

    This morning course will increase your confidence and allow you to develop the skills to deliver a more holistic treatment.

    Whether you are working in the jaw or elsewhere, being observant and setting up a clear set of rules will increase the benefits to both you and your clients.

    The course covers a variety of common pathologies and how to treat them effectively, such as Whiplash, Torticollis, TMJ and Headaches.

    Treating the Shoulder

    In the afternoon, we will be looking at how to access the shoulder in its entirety.

    You’ll learn classical assessment skills using a variety of movement tests and how to achieve effective, successful outcomes without brute force!

    The course covers a variety of common pathologies and how to treat, such as Frozen Shoulder, Impingement and Rotator Cuff Tears and Susan will be offering creative suggestions that will bring a fresh approach to each treatment.

    Click here for further information about the course and registration details.

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • NLSSM: TSTR - Transverse Soft Tissue Release

    • 07 Sep 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    An Advanced Massage Technique that clients will love and produces results!

    This Transverse Soft Tissue Release course comprises of an online portion, as well as a one-day practical workshop taught by NLSSM Director, Susan Findlay.

    The purpose of Transverse Soft Tissue Release (TSTR) is to improve the tissue environment without causing undue stress. I have heard multiple times how painful this technique can be from clients and therapists alike. Whilst it is a strong technique, it should not include pain. It should instead feel like the tissue is being given a good stretch without being beaten up!

    Click here for further information about the course and registration details.

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • Jing Institute - Advanced Fascial Masterclass: Fascial Positional Release

    • 08 Sep 2025
    • 09:00 - 17:00
    • 28-29 Bond Street, Brighton, BN1 6RD

    Fascinated by fascia? Marvelling at myofascial release? Then take your fascial work even further with this dynamic and creative master class led by Jing Director, Rachel Fairweather.

    Fascial Anatomy and Assessment techniques

    New fascial research and theory suggests that our traditional notions of anatomy are outdated. This workshop takes a fun and interactive approach to learning the new “fascial anatomy” of biotensegrity, fascial trains, chains and slings and shows how our fascial work can go right down to the level of the cell itself.

    We will also look at a variety of assessment techniques to help the practitioner assess where major fascial restrictions may be found. These are drawn from major branches of fascial work including general and local listening, above the body scanning (manual thermal evaluation) plus fascial body reading

    You also get access 1 hour online virtual classroom “An Introduction to Positional Release” as soon as you sign up!

    Fascial Positional Release

    Learn great new effective techniques for easing muscular contraction, spasm and pain in a simple, non-invasive way. Fascial positional release is a creative fusion of the techniques of positional release, orthobionomy and strain-counterstrain -these methods all involve the positioning of an area, or the whole body, in such a way as to produce a combination of neurological and circulatory changes which produce pain relief and relaxation of soft tissues.

    Fascial positional release combines the theory of these methods with the sensitivity of a fascial “listening touch” and a knowledge of fascial and acupuncture meridians. 

    Created, taught and tried and tested clinically by Jing director, Rachel Fairweather, this workshop is not to be missed!


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  • Jing Institute - Myofascial Masterclass – Rib, Thorax and Abdomen Pain

    • 09 Sep 2025
    • 09:00 - 17:00
    • 28-29 Bond Street, Brighton, BN1 6RD

    Join us for a transformative myofascial masterclass with Rachel Fairweather, the esteemed Director of the Jing Institute and Jing Wizard Albert Dutoit. In this course, you’ll acquire the skills to alleviate rib, thorax, and abdomen pain, benefitting clients ranging from athletes to those with respiratory issues like asthma and Long Covid.

    Enhance your skills, gain confidence and empower your clients, secure your spot today.

    Course Details:

    Length: 2 days
    Price: £295 (Including VAT)

    Course Content:

    – A potent protocol combining osteopathic, visceral manipulation, myofascial release, remedial, and trigger point techniques for pain relief in 1-6 sessions.
    – Identifying and treating musculo-skeletal and visceral anatomy, including intercostal muscles, pectoralis minor, lungs, diaphragm, and rectus abdominis.
    – Body mechanics to safeguard your own well-being while delivering top-notch treatments.
    – Understanding the causes and contraindications of thoracic pain pathologies and how to address them.
    – Gaining the confidence and creativity to craft unique treatments for diverse clients.

    Testimonial:

    “I loved this course! Rachel is a fabulous teacher, and the techniques are incredibly effective for issues like asthma, shortness of breath, and anxiety. My clients have benefited greatly. Highly recommended!” – Kim Walker-Hibbitt


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  • Jing Institute - Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Pain

    • 11 Sep 2025
    • 09:00 - 17:00
    • 28-29 Bond Street, Brighton, BN1 6RD

    New blended learning TMJ course – this dynamic course from Jing brings together online learning with a practical hands on day. Get access to a 2 hr recorded virtual classroom all about TMJ pain as soon as you sign up to compliment the hands on learning.

    This workshop was developed by a massage therapist with 20 years experience as a dental nurse. These skills will help you achieve astounding results with patients who cannot find relief elsewhere.

    LEARN

    • A powerful protocol to treat TMJ (temporomandibular joint syndrome) incorporating a range of advanced techniques such as trigger point therapy, STR, and myofascial release.
    • To find, palpate and treat the relevant musculo – skeletal anatomy including the temporomandibular joint, masticatory muscles, digastric muscles, sternocleidomastoid, and trapezius.
    • Body mechanics to protect your own body while giving the best treatment possible to your clients.
    • The causes and contraindications of head and face pain.
    • The confidence and creativity to design unique treatments for all your clients.


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  • Til Luchau’s Advanced-Trainings: WHIPLASH Advanced Myofascial Techniques (Brighton)

    • 12 Sep 2025
    • 14 Sep 2025
    • 3 sessions
    • 28-29 Bond St Brighton, BN1 1RD

    Advanced-Trainings are holding in person training in Brighton with Til Luchau and Clare Goddard. 

    Booking Options

    Sep 12: WHIPLASH & Acute Injuries Masterclass Part I: First Day Only

    Sep 13: WHIPLASH & Acute Injuries Masterclass Part II: Second Day Only

    Sep 13-14: WHIPLASH & Acute Injuries Masterclass Part II (Both days)

    You can also book for all three days

    Learn Advanced Myofascial Techniques and neurological techniques that dramatically improve your ability to work safely and effectively with:
    • whiplash and related trauma

    Suggested preparation: completion of our "Neck Jaw & Head" course (via seminar or DVD) is recommended (though not required) preparation for this course. Order the Neck DVDs at a discount during your registration.

    Prerequisite: This course is limited to trained practitioners and students of hands-on body therapies (for example, Bodyworkers, Physical Therapists, Rolfers, Chiropractors, Structural Integration Practitioners, Massage Therapists, Neuro-Muscular Therapists, and other somatic practitioners). Students of these disciplines with at least 250 hours of hands-on training and/or instructor approval may also be accepted. Feel free to contact us directly about prerequisites or course content.

    For full details and to book your place visit their website HERE

    EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT RATES AVAILABLE UNTIL 1st AUGUST 2025

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  • Certified Oncology Massage 3 Day Workshop and Online Course - Cardiff

    • 19 Sep 2025
    • 09:00
    • 21 Sep 2025
    • 17:00
    • Teach Therapy, Unit F10 Forgeside House, Cardiff Bay Business Centre, Titan Road, Cardiff, CF24 5BS

    Certified Oncology Massage 3 Day Workshop and Online Course

    This 3 day course leads to a fully accredited qualification as a Certified Oncology Massage Therapist.

    Focusing on developing your understanding of common conditions of cancer and how this will influence your work, it includes how to modify your massage techniques along with learning some new ones specific to a variety of cancer conditions.

    • Online and 3 Day in-person Practical Workshop: £499
    • Online only: £99

    What's included?

    This course is split up into an online portion and 3 days of in-person practical workshops.

    • Online Workshop - This portion of the course will cover the technical information you need in order to make appropriate choices in care
    • Day 1 Practical Workshop - This will teach you how to modify your manual therapy based on real life case studies for common conditions.
    • Day 2 Practical Workshop - This focuses on developing your manual techniques and advancing your soft tissue skills
    • Day 3 Practical Workshop - This day includes providing homecare suggestions and covering rehabilitation principles as well as bringing together all that you have learnt.

    Please note this is an advanced massage course, the prerequisite is you must have a relevant hands-on therapy qualification or massage experience.

    Click here for further information about the course and registration details

    This course is provided by SMA member Susan Findlay


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  • Jing Institute - Foundation in Advanced Clinical Massage Techniques

    • 23 Sep 2025
    • 09:00
    • 25 Sep 2025
    • 17:00
    • 28-29 Bond Street, Brighton, BN1 6RD

    Unlock the world of advanced clinical massage techniques in a supportive and hands-on learning environment. Whether you're a newly qualified practitioner or an experienced sports therapist, our Foundation course lays the groundwork for treating chronic pain effectively.

    Elevate your massage therapy skills and gain expertise and confidence in treating chronic pain. Open up new possibilities for your practice! Book your spot now to embark on this transformative journey.

    In this 3 day hands on course for massage therapists you will learn techniques that you can take straight into clinic

    Course Details:

    Length: 3 days
    Price: £425 (Including VAT)

    Why Choose This Course?

    By mastering the Jing Method techniques, you’ll work more efficiently and deliver better results for your clients. Building your practice around pain treatment not only boosts your business but also brings rewarding outcomes for your clients.

    Course Highlights:

    • Hands-On Learning: Get plenty of practical experience.
    • Versatile: Suitable for all practitioners.
    • Creative Fusion: Combine various bodywork techniques.
    • Instant techniques: take new moves straight into clinic.

    Course Content:

    • Trigger Point Therapy
    • Myofascial Release
    • Powerful Deep Forearm Massage
    • Sports Stretching
    • Tai Chi-Based Body Mechanics for Safety
    • Palpation Skills and the Art of the ‘Listening Touch’
    • Table Shiatsu Basics
    This course is a standalone CPD course and serves as Module 1 of the ACMT (advanced clinical massage therapist) certificate and BTEC level 6 Professional Diploma in advanced clinical and sports massage.


    SIGN UP HERE


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  • NLSSM: Postural Assessment

    • 07 Oct 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    A fun day for a complex subject. You will never look at another person in the same way again. It is all about differences, what we see and what does it mean, how does it influence the way we work. Start your path on a more effective approach for change. 

    In this workshop we discuss the theories and physiology behind postural deterioration.  From  this understanding we can relate the changes in movement purity to the muscle chains that provide stability whilst producing force.  Using our key movement pattern assessments we can identify and understand how the body compensates for the weakness that inevitably leads to dysfunction and postural changes. 

    These key assessments can then form the foundation of a corrective strategy and effective postural exercise prescription.

    This workshop is a must for all industry professionals that are interested in treating postural deterioration.  Providing a structured, simplistic and effective approach to postural correction. 

    To book please go to the NLSSM website by clicking here.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • Jing Institute - First aid at work for massage therapists

    • 09 Oct 2025
    • 09:00 - 17:00
    • 28-29 Bond Street, Brighton, BN1 6RD

    At The Jing Institute, we recognize the importance of safety and preparedness for massage therapists, especially those working independently or from home. Emergencies can occur at any time, and being equipped with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively is crucial. That’s why we offer a comprehensive First Aid training course tailored specifically for massage therapists.

    Prepare yourself for unexpected situations in your clinic by enrolling in our First Aid at Work for Massage Therapists course. Gain essential life-saving skills, receive a three-year certification, and earn CPD credits. Act now to ensure you’re ready to provide aid when it’s needed most.

    Course Details:

    Length: 1 day
    Price £125
    Certificate Validity: 3 years
    CPD: Eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits.
    This course fulfils requirements to comply with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

    Course Content:

    Responsibilities of a First Aider
    Prioritising Treatment
    Regurgitation and Face Shields
    Contents of First Aid Kits
    Incident and Accident Documentation
    Assessing Emergency Situations
    Administering First Aid (includes CPR, choking, wounds, bleeding, shock, and epileptic seizures)
    Handling Minor Injuries (wounds, bleeding, burns, and scalds)

    Jing Institute – Your Partner in Safety and Excellence in Massage Therapy.


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  • Jing Institute - Pregnancy Massage

    • 13 Oct 2025
    • 09:00 - 17:00
    • 28-29 Bond Street, Brighton, BN1 6RD

    Feeling confident treating pregnant women is a rewarding way to expand your practice and provide significant pain relief at this important time. This course is also invaluable if you would like to treat anyone who cannot lie comfortably on their stomach. You do not need any specialised equipment for this work. In addition to this fabulous 4 day course, you will also receive an online course, available as soon as you sign up, to complete before you attend in person.

    LEARN

    • The anatomy of pregnancy.
    • A full body protocol in the side-lying position.
    • How to treat specific concerns during pregnancy such as carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatica, oedema, migraines, neck, shoulder and low back pain.
    • The physical and emotional transformation of women at different stages of pregnancy and post birth.
    • Safety guidelines regarding contraindications and/or risk factors associated with pregnancy.

    Online Course

    • Video of protocol – watch Meghan Mari treating a pregnant Nina Frizoni
    • Anatomy of pregnancy
    • The four trimesters
    • Possible pathologies and what to be aware of
    • Research papers on the efficacy of pregnancy massage


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  • NLSSM: Biomechanics and Biotensegrity

    • 21 Oct 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    Enhance your movement based assessment skills.

    This workshop aims to help manual therapists understand the differences between biomechanical & biotensegrity principles to assess soft tissue dysfunction.

    You will learn by using a global approach in both observation and treatment of a soft tissue condition you will increase the success of your understanding and achieve longer-lasting outcomes.  

    The aim is to help you interpret information in order to develop more accurate and successful treatment plans and home care.

    What you will achieve

    • Learn how to assess areas where there is dysfunction on the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system
    • Evaluate which structures are contributing towards the observed dysfunctions
    • Learn how to analyse the impact of dysfunction upon the operation of the musckuloskeletal system
    • Develop your skills in producing appropriate client homecare based on findings
    • Develop a treatment plan that includes the use of advance massage techniques
    • Understand the difference between biomechanics and biotensegrity principles

    Click here for further details and learning outcomes.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • Certified Oncology Massage 3 Day Workshop and Online Course - Scotland

    • 24 Oct 2025
    • 09:00
    • 26 Oct 2025
    • 17:00
    • Grampian School of Massage, Scotland, AB41 9JD

    Certified Oncology Massage 3 Day Workshop and Online Course

    This 3 day course leads to a fully accredited qualification as a Certified Oncology Massage Therapist.

    Focusing on developing your understanding of common conditions of cancer and how this will influence your work, it includes how to modify your massage techniques along with learning some new ones specific to a variety of cancer conditions.

    • Online and 3 Day in-person Practical Workshop: £499
    • Online only: £99

    What's included?

    This course is split up into an online portion and 3 days of in-person practical workshops.

    • Online Workshop - This portion of the course will cover the technical information you need in order to make appropriate choices in care
    • Day 1 Practical Workshop - This will teach you how to modify your manual therapy based on real life case studies for common conditions.
    • Day 2 Practical Workshop - This focuses on developing your manual techniques and advancing your soft tissue skills
    • Day 3 Practical Workshop - This day includes providing homecare suggestions and covering rehabilitation principles as well as bringing together all that you have learnt.

    Please note this is an advanced massage course, the prerequisite is you must have a relevant hands-on therapy qualification or massage experience.

    Click here for further information about the course and registration details

    This course is provided by SMA member Susan Findlay


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  • NLSSM: Postural Assessment

    • 02 Nov 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    A fun day for a complex subject. You will never look at another person in the same way again. It is all about differences, what we see and what does it mean, how does it influence the way we work. Start your path on a more effective approach for change. 

    In this workshop we discuss the theories and physiology behind postural deterioration.  From  this understanding we can relate the changes in movement purity to the muscle chains that provide stability whilst producing force.  Using our key movement pattern assessments we can identify and understand how the body compensates for the weakness that inevitably leads to dysfunction and postural changes. 

    These key assessments can then form the foundation of a corrective strategy and effective postural exercise prescription.

    This workshop is a must for all industry professionals that are interested in treating postural deterioration.  Providing a structured, simplistic and effective approach to postural correction. 

    To book please go to the NLSSM website by clicking here.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • NLSSM: Soft Tissue Re-Education Methods and Homecare

    • 04 Nov 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    Convert soft tissue therapy techniques into homecare activities for clients!

    A dynamic advanced one-day course that will arm you with practical homecare ideas and rehabilitative exercises for your clients


    Aims and Objectives

    • Understand the mechanisms of soft tissue dysfunction as relevant to ROM. 
    • Understand the physiological effects and proposed benefits of flexibility training/treatment intervention.
    • Learn how to administer Muscle Energy Technique stretches as homecare
    • Introduce the various methodologies/techniques used and available to the therapist for facilitation of ROM 
    • Be able to treat using flexibility techniques specific to physiological requirements.
    • Understand the mechanisms of soft tissue dysfunction as relevant to ROM.
    • Follow through a visual assessment to testing and choose appropriate techniques.
    • Understand the differences between corrective exercise, functional training and stretching.
    Click here for further information about the course and registration details.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

    Show details

  • NLSSM: Biomechanics and Biotensegrity

    • 16 Nov 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    Enhance your movement based assessment skills.

    This workshop aims to help manual therapists understand the differences between biomechanical & biotensegrity principles to assess soft tissue dysfunction.

    You will learn by using a global approach in both observation and treatment of a soft tissue condition you will increase the success of your understanding and achieve longer-lasting outcomes.  

    The aim is to help you interpret information in order to develop more accurate and successful treatment plans and home care.

    What you will achieve

    • Learn how to assess areas where there is dysfunction on the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system
    • Evaluate which structures are contributing towards the observed dysfunctions
    • Learn how to analyse the impact of dysfunction upon the operation of the musckuloskeletal system
    • Develop your skills in producing appropriate client homecare based on findings
    • Develop a treatment plan that includes the use of advance massage techniques
    • Understand the difference between biomechanics and biotensegrity principles

    Click here for further details and learning outcomes.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

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  • Jing Institute - Hot Stone Fusion

    • 25 Nov 2025
    • 09:00
    • 27 Nov 2025
    • 17:00
    • 28-29 Bond Street, Brighton, BN1 6RD

    Unleash your potential with our intensive Hot Stone Fusion course. Designed to maximize your learning, it covers the entire body and includes specialized protocols for low back, neck, and shoulder pain. Elevate your massage skills by adding popular hot stone treatments. Unleash your creativity and master the art of hot stone massage, from head to toe. Gain expertise in treating pain patterns and expand your service offerings. Join us on the path to becoming a top-notch hot stone qualified massage therapist.

    Course Details:

    Duration: 4 days
    Cost: £550 (Including VAT)
    Location: Jing HQ, Brighton

    Course Highlights:

    – Master exceptional and creative hot stone massage techniques for the entire body.
    – Blend Eastern and Western advanced stone techniques for a seamless stone and hands-on massage experience.
    – Dive into applied anatomy and advanced trigger point techniques to address neck, back, shoulder, and specific pain patterns.
    – Discover hydrotherapy and deep tissue massage to incorporate hot and cold stones into various treatments, from spa to sports remedial massage.
    – Equip yourself with marketing tools to kickstart your business development.
    – Learn positive body mechanics to protect your hands, wrists, and back, ensuring you’re the best massage therapist possible.
    – Gain comprehensive knowledge of stone massage, eliminating the need for costly additional training.


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  • Jing Institute - Foundation in Advanced Clinical Massage Techniques

    • 02 Dec 2025
    • 09:00
    • 04 Dec 2025
    • 17:00
    • 28-29 Bond Street, Brighton, BN1 6RD

    Unlock the world of advanced clinical massage techniques in a supportive and hands-on learning environment. Whether you're a newly qualified practitioner or an experienced sports therapist, our Foundation course lays the groundwork for treating chronic pain effectively.

    Elevate your massage therapy skills and gain expertise and confidence in treating chronic pain. Open up new possibilities for your practice! Book your spot now to embark on this transformative journey.

    In this 3 day hands on course for massage therapists you will learn techniques that you can take straight into clinic

    Course Details:

    Length: 3 days
    Price: £425 (Including VAT)

    Why Choose This Course?

    By mastering the Jing Method techniques, you’ll work more efficiently and deliver better results for your clients. Building your practice around pain treatment not only boosts your business but also brings rewarding outcomes for your clients.

    Course Highlights:

    • Hands-On Learning: Get plenty of practical experience.
    • Versatile: Suitable for all practitioners.
    • Creative Fusion: Combine various bodywork techniques.
    • Instant techniques: take new moves straight into clinic.

    Course Content:

    • Trigger Point Therapy
    • Myofascial Release
    • Powerful Deep Forearm Massage
    • Sports Stretching
    • Tai Chi-Based Body Mechanics for Safety
    • Palpation Skills and the Art of the ‘Listening Touch’
    • Table Shiatsu Basics
    This course is a standalone CPD course and serves as Module 1 of the ACMT (advanced clinical massage therapist) certificate and BTEC level 6 Professional Diploma in advanced clinical and sports massage.


    SIGN UP HERE


    Show details

  • NLSSM: Soft Tissue Re-Education Methods and Homecare

    • 07 Dec 2025
    • 10:00 - 17:00
    • The Hub, North London, N17 9LJ


    Convert soft tissue therapy techniques into homecare activities for clients!

    A dynamic advanced one-day course that will arm you with practical homecare ideas and rehabilitative exercises for your clients


    Aims and Objectives

    • Understand the mechanisms of soft tissue dysfunction as relevant to ROM. 
    • Understand the physiological effects and proposed benefits of flexibility training/treatment intervention.
    • Learn how to administer Muscle Energy Technique stretches as homecare
    • Introduce the various methodologies/techniques used and available to the therapist for facilitation of ROM 
    • Be able to treat using flexibility techniques specific to physiological requirements.
    • Understand the mechanisms of soft tissue dysfunction as relevant to ROM.
    • Follow through a visual assessment to testing and choose appropriate techniques.
    • Understand the differences between corrective exercise, functional training and stretching.
    Click here for further information about the course and registration details.

    This workshop is also part of a CPD bundle! Find out more here. 

    SMA members discount code can be found here (members login required)

    Show details

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