
One day diploma course for professional massage therapists, learn how to safely and effectively use Warm Bamboo in a full body massage treatment.
On this course you will learn an effective and safe way to use warm bamboo. Working with bamboo you can use some wonderful deep tissue techniques with no wear on your hands letting you work efficiently and providing a warm and deep massage.
This therapy is relatively new in the UK and is taking the massage and spa world by storm proving to be very popular for the mobile therapist and in a spa setting.
This is an ideal course to help avoid RSI and injuries as you use the stick instead of your hands, it is in demand with clients so why not stand out from the crowd and offer something a little different.
This one day accredited diploma course for existing therapists only with a level 3 in full body massage.
This course is very popular with massage therapists looking to add to their knowledge. Come and learn with Gateway with the top tutors in the UK at the award winning national training school.
We have many venues to choose from across London the UK, Scotland and Ireland, these can all be viewed on the dates page.
• Safe use of Warm Bamboo
• History and uses of bamboo
• A full body treatment
• Deep massage techniques with little wear on the therapist’s body
After you have completed this course with us you are able to gain unlimited, FREE online access to the course video and will become an invaluable resource for future reference.
You can find the full course description, times and price on this page - For venues and dates on offer, when ready simply click on the purple view dates or book now button.
Maximum of 6 in a class, keeping it small ensuring individual attention.
We have many venues and dates on offer in London and all around the UK including Ireland.
This is an insurable course allowing you to use this therapy with the general public and charge for it.
This course holds between 5 - 13 CPD points (all professional bodies are different please check with the one you are registered with for confirmation of points they award for one day courses)
No we provide the sticks to work with so you do not have to buy anything before you attend the class as we provide these on the day.
If you wish to buy the kits afterwards your tutor will advise the best place to buy these and the costs.
We use VULSINI bamboo sticks and we also use the same company for our hot stone kits and we highly recommend them to all of our students - they offer a discount to all Gateway customers.
If you wish to buy anything ahead of your course you can they are excellent suppliers that we have used for over ten years, all our tutors used their reliable products you can find all of their info here:
https://www.gatewayworkshops.co.uk/products/hot-stone-kits-heaters/
Discounts are available to all those who order using the 'Gateway' code on check out!
They sell both hot stone heaters and warm bamboo kits too.
If you are attending our one day courses the times are as follows:
10.00am - 4.30pm Weekdays
or 10.30am - 5pm if you choose to attend on a weekend date.
For our one day courses, you will receive a 45 min lunch break and a short afternoon break also.
No case studies are required - no written exams.
Certificates are given on the day on the completion of a successful practical assessment with your tutor.
Established 1998 - Trusted, Professional & Recognised Courses on Government & Council Approved list.
ITEC Qualifications & Accredited Diplomas for Beginners to Established Therapists.
We also look forward hearing how you get on once you have completed a course with us.
We love what we do and have passionate knowledgeable tutors who very much look forward to welcoming you on a course with them soon.
'Best Training School' 5 years in a row
If you feel one day is not enough training, you are able to come back to repeat the course again free of charge within 6 months when spaces are available with the same tutor.
However, due to small classes and the 1-1 attention you receive this is rare but for your peace of mind available if required.
https://www.gatewayworkshops.co.uk/venues/listing/all/
Once you have found the venue you wish to attend and view, you can get all the information about how to get to the venue, nearest station, car travel etc. on the right hand side of the venue page once loaded. Just click on the link that says "Directions, public transport and car parking information" and it will open up a page so you can view all this information.
You are able to view the location using the Google maps button supplied, to know exactly which street you are travelling to and as soon as you book.
When you book with us, your tutor will be in touch with the full address and directions to your venue and will be happy to answer any questions about the course you may have. We have passionate and supportive tutors who will be happy to help you before and after your course if needed.
We are an award winning school, Number One Training School (out of over 80 schools) in the Beauty Industry Survey - By The Guild of Beauty and Holistic Therapists.
And Voted The Guild Awards of Excellence 'Best Training School' for multiple years in a row.
When you book with us you have peace of mind we have a proven track record - established in 1998 and accredited by the top professional bodies.
Using Warm Bamboo in a massage is becoming more and more popular for both clients and therapists. Clients love the deep tissue massage with the warmth of the bamboo and therapists also love it as they can work deeply with little or no pressure on their hands.
It is an ideal treatment for the mobile therapist, as the bamboo is very light and easy to travel with and will therefore help to increase your client base.
Please check that your qualification is accepted before booking - this information can be found here, no need to email us. You will find all the information required by clicking on the above Accreditation & Entry Requirements tab.
Warm Bamboo as a therapy, using different lengths of bamboo - a full body treatment using warm bamboo
Outcomes of the Course
At the end of the day participants will have a good understanding of:
• The history of bamboo
• Use and pressure of warm bamboo
• Contraindications of using heat in a treatment
• Body mechanics for the therapist - using techniques with little stress on the therapist’s body
Once you have completed the course:
You will be able to expand your client base by offering a safe, relaxing and therapeutic treatment for your clients.
Why is our course so popular?
This is because the certification we give you allows a student to work with which ever particular brand they choose to purchase later and use with their clients.
Importantly as we teach effective and safe methods with products our tutors love to use but do not insist on the students who attend to have to continue with any one given brand afterwards to gain insurance and use what they have learned with us professionally.
This then allows students to make their own choice of brand and also means that they are not tied by any particular brand when it comes to their insurance, so should they ever have a problem and if a claim is made and they have changed brand, they would still be covered (please check this with your insurance provider) giving you a lot more flexibility.
This also means you are not tied into buying brands from us which is very restrictive which only makes the school you are buying them from money but does not benefit you. This means the certificate you gain with us gives you the freedom to use what ever brand you wish, the tutors can guide you to good products but ultimately it is your choice!
98' to present date
© Gateway Workshops, students are not authorised to teach this course unless through Gateway. This is a therapist course only, information is copyright and to be used with their clients only and not taught to others.
Please note if your previous training was a weekend massage or 1 - 3 day course, this is not a level 3 that's required (not enough practical hours) and not accepted.
A qualification in reflexology or Indian head massage cannot be accepted as this is not full body massage.
Certificates are given on the day of training, a recognised Gateway Diploma qualification.
For course times, venue information, what to wear etc. Please use/click on the information tabs above where this information can be found.
The balance of the course fee is paid direct to the tutor and they will contact you by email as soon as the deposit is paid for the course.
All course manuals are included in the price of the course - you will get a bound hard copy course manual given to you on the day of your training.
You will also get a complimentary Anatomy and Physiology manual as our gift to you - and worth £10!
This is given to you when you sign up for a course as an e-manual, via a link in your course confirmation from your tutor.
You do NOT have to read this before your course.
You do NOT have to bring it with you as it is for later reference if you need it.
It is an extra manual to save you having to buy Anatomy and Physiology books later saving you money.
We also send you the Gateway therapist accounts package after you have completed a course with us - complimentary worth £10!
This course is insurable, accredited or approved by the professional bodies, ABT - Associated Beauty Therapists, CTHA, FHT, Guild of Holistic Therapists, Towergate and Thinktree.
For more information, see Accreditation & Entry Requirements information tab above
Gateway accredited/recognised diploma
Insurable allowing you to gain insurance and use therapy with the general public and charge.
Specialising in small classes for individual attention
Why book with us - Accredited, Established, Trusted, Recognised and Insurable Qualifications
15 CPD course points has been awarded for this course by the beauty guild, 5 points by FHT and 5 by Embody - please check with whom you are registered for their guidelines on how many points they award for one day courses as they all differ.
For Existing CTHA Members
You can attend this course and gain your CPD points through the CTHA as it is recognised as additional learning and students are able to get insurance cover through Holistic Insurance Services who will add it to the therapists insurance.
Every year we train thousands of therapists, from Champneys Health Resort, large professional salons like Dior, leading hotels like the Mandarin Oriental Spa at the Knightsbridge 5 star hotel, the Sanctuary, John Lewis Spa, Bobbi Brown, Channel 4 as well as training therapists and complete beginners who come to us at one of our many venues.
Feedback from Natalie kenrick
Wonderful, can't praise her highly enough. Very knowledgable and warm and welcoming no matter how long you have been a therapist etc. Supportive and helpful.
Did the course live up to your expectations? Yes
Would you consider attending another course with us? YesWas the tutor easy to contact before and after your course if needed? Yes
What made you decide to book with Gateway
Convenience of location and dates as well as reviews and the diversity or the courses offered. I wanted bamboo specifically and it's not widely available.
Feedback from Maxine Skepple
My tutor had a lovely style of teaching. You are made to feel comfortable. The small groups work well for me and you are supported by the tutor as well as your peers. Thank you for a really good course and I cannot wait to use my bamboo sticks.
Did the course live up to your expectations? Yes
Would you consider attending another course with us? Yes
Feedback from Bernadette Holmes
She was very welcoming and made us feel at ease. She was very professional and experienced making sure we all worked to the expected high standard. She made the day very enjoyable.
This was my fourth course with Gateway. Would definitely attend more - very comprehensive training to a high quality and standard.
Did the course live up to your expectations? Yes
Would you consider attending another course with us? Yes
What made you decide to book with Gateway
Have previously booked courses. Very good value and excellent training. All courses are accredited which is very important for quality as well as insurance purposes.