Reflexology for Beginners - Beeston Library - Adult Learning

About this course

Reflexology, sometimes referred to as “zone therapy,” involves the application of pressure to “reflex” points on the feet, hands, and ears. Reflexologists believe that these particular points are directly connected to glands, organs, and systems of the body. When reflex points are stimulated, then, their corresponding bodily parts get actually receive the benefit, which aids the body in healing itself by helping to clear any channels of blocked energy, increasing circulation, boosting the immune system and clearing the body of toxins to improve overall health and balance. An Introduction to Hand Reflexology is ideal for anyone who has an interest in Reflexology and wants to learn more about this ancient holistic therapy. No previous experience is needed, and you will be able to use the techniques you learn on family and friends. •    Learn how reflexes in the hands represent anatomical areas on the body and how to work on these reflexes for relaxation and wellbeing.  •    Learn about the history and theories behind Reflexology and how you can use it on yourself and others.  •    You will learn an introductory routine including how to warm up the hands, techniques including the caterpillar walk, rotations and hooking in technique and a massage and energy work to finish. This course will include basic anatomy and physiology. By the end of the course, you will: What is reflexology and how does it work? Hand relaxation techniques The reflex positions on the hand A basic reflexology treatment How reflexology can help you and your friends Different reflexology techniques

Booking your place and fee information

Booking your place and fee information If you are in receipt of certain benefits you will be offered the course for free, however if you have a financial barrier which may prevent you from enrolling on the course, please visit our webpage for further information https www.inspireculture.org.uk skills learning funding your courses Complete our INSPIRE ONLINE ENROLMENT FORM for each person attending the course. To enrol on one of our courses, you must have been living in England and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years. Some exceptions may apply if you are living in England with evidence of the right to remain and are from an EEU EEAU country (completion of a questionnaire will be required). As we no longer receive funding for our ESFA funded courses for learners living in the devolved areas listed below, full cost fees would apply to these courses if you live in these areas: Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Greater London Greater Manchester Liverpool City Region Newcastle Upon Tyne, North Tyneside and Northumberland Tees Valley West of England West Midlands West Yorkshire