What you'll learn
Learn the art of relaxation massage with our personal care short courses in Sydney!
Slow down, reconnect, and learn how to give a deeply relaxing full-body massage. In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll be guided through the essential techniques used to promote relaxation, relieve tension, and support overall wellbeing.
Whether you’re completely new to massage or looking to build on basic skills, this course offers a practical and supportive introduction. You’ll learn how to use touch with confidence—developing an understanding of pressure, rhythm, and flow to create a calming and effective massage experience.
Led by an experienced Remedial Massage Therapist, classes are hands-on and taught in a small group environment, allowing for personalised guidance and plenty of practice. You’ll explore how to prepare for a massage, work safely and comfortably, and adapt your approach to suit different needs.
By the end of the course, you’ll feel confident giving a full-body relaxation massage—whether for partners, friends, family, or simply as a valuable life skill to support wellbeing.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this Massage for Beginners course, you will have explored concepts and techniques such as:
- Fundamental massage techniques for relaxation and tension relief
- How to give a full-body massage with confidence
- Using touch, rhythm, and pressure effectively
- Understanding basic anatomy relevant to massage
- Creating a calm and supportive massage environment
- Applying massage techniques safely and appropriately
Course content
What will be covered in this Massage for Beginners course?
During the course, participants will work with techniques and ideas such as:
- An introduction to the history and principles of massage
- Basic anatomy and the effects of massage on the body
- Benefits of massage and important contraindications
- Correct posture and safe practice for massage
- Preparing a comfortable and relaxing environment
- Exploring a range of massage techniques and styles
- Performing stretches and movements on the massage table
- Step-by-step guidance through a full-body massage (legs, back, neck, head, chest, and arms)
- Giving and receiving massage in a guided, supportive setting
Content may vary slightly depending on class pace, participant interests, and instructor approach.
Intended audience
Who is this Massage for Beginners course for?
This course is ideal for complete beginners, as well as those with some experience who would like to build on their technique.
It’s ideal for anyone interested in learning practical skills to support relaxation and wellbeing—for themselves or others.
Course venue
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
Accessibility: This class is held in an upstairs room with access via approximately 20 steps. The lift is currently out of service. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Course materials
What to bring to class
Please bring the following to class:
- A sarong or single, flat sheet
- 2 large towels and 1 small towel
- A water bottle
- A notepad and pen (or tablet device)
- Comfortable, warm clothing
Additional information
Please note the following:
- Please let your tutor know at the beginning of the class if you have any specific requirements around giving or receiving a massage during the class.
- Please note: Sydney Community College is an educational organisation dedicated to the provision of quality adult education. Classes are intended to develop skills and knowledge. Classes are not intended as individual therapeutic solutions. In health-related matters, guidance from a suitably qualified health professional is recommended.
- Warning: oils will be used in class (specifically rice bran oil).
Warning: Oils will be used in class - specifically Rice Bran oil.
Course testimonials
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Yvonne said: Friendly tutor, easy to follow course material, everything explained thoroughly, so glad i took this course.
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Stephen said: Excellent dedicated tutor amazingly knowledgeable and supportive. The course did everything it said it would and more.
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Bill said: I found the course “Massage for Beginners” very comprehensive and more than appropriate for a Newby as well as anyone who has begun to take an interest in Massage. I found the course tutor, Jacqueline an excellent communicator and very knowledgable. The atmosphere with the other students was calm and positive with mutual help provided. I would strongly recommend this course to anyone wishing to know more about massage.
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Alister said: This is a fantastic course and has taken me from knowing nothing to understanding the basics from which I can improve with practice. Jade was really enthusiastic. It was really fun to meet the other students and practice what we had learnt on each other in a pleasant and relaxed environment.
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Fabian said: Very hands on course, quite literally.
Course tutors
Jacqueline Courtney
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