Calendar for Complementary Therapies Courses in Bristol and Over Zoom

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Who would enjoy this course? Is this course for me?

If you are a qualified reflexologist and would like to extend your work to include

working with pregnant women through their maternity and beyond, you can attend the TCM Pregnancy reflexology course. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is renowned for supporting pregnancy, on this course you will learn invaluable techniques for supporting the Mother and Child. Incorporating TCM into Reflexology allows the practitioner to support the Mother and Baby through all the physiological and emotional changes during the material Period. You will also cover western physiology and reflex associations for working in maternity. 32 AoR CDP points other associations 16 CPD points. Traditional Chinese Medicine Pregnancy Reflexology Course Bristol Bath London

Course Aims

To give you the skills, knowledge and understanding to work throughout the trimesters of pregnancy with confidence to fully meet your pregnant clients need.
Understanding of contra-indications to working in pregnancy and how to adapt your treatment and when to refer your client.
We will not go into in-depth fertility or postnatal physiology but you will be given the information for you to be able to apply the practical TCM techniques to your clients who are trying to conceive or are in the postnatal period.
For students to learn through a ‘hands on’ approach with the theory applied wherever possible through practice so that you confident using the techniques and adapting them to your individual clients.
To be approachable and supportive, to work with you as individuals.
To be a complete course on the western and eastern aspects of pregnancy.

Course prerequisite qualification: Level 3 or above Reflexology qualification.

Bookings

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Details

This postgraduate course will train you to work with all trimester of pregnancy and give you an understanding of the anatomy and physiology and incorporating traditional Chinese Medical (TCM) principles into working the Reflexes to support Mother and Baby. This allows you to not only use Reflexes but also gives you a wider understanding of the energetic background to work with issues that can come up in pregnancy. The course includes a high level of practical application of the theory and new techniques, which are simple but very effective. So that you will not only come away with a good understanding of all the physiological changes in Pregnancy but a large amount of practical techniques to meet your clients needs. There is a comprehensive course manual and practical handouts that aims to help you support developing your practice it is aim as a subject you will grow with. On-going closed Facebook group where you can access support from me and other peer practitioners.

Course Overview:

Day 1

Overview of the trimesters of pregnancy
Contraindications in Pregnancy
Postural changes and how to support these in practice
Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine and principles of working with energetic touch.

Day 2

Working with specific pregnancy related conditions.
Acupressure points for supporting conditions health and fertility.
Lymph work oedema is very common issue in pregnancy we look techniques of how best to support this system during pregnancy.
Working with the reflexes and organ connections to the uterus in Chinese medicine .

Day 3

Labour focus work
Working with the reflexes and organ connections to the uterus.
Tuning into the Baby womb world
Consultation over view what might you need to consider in your consultation process for pregnancy.
Case study overview

Assessment: 1-1 Zoom to review point locations. Completion of 1 case studies of 4 treatments. On completion of case study and 1-1 zoom you receive a certificate and you are able to advertise you are an experienced Pregnancy Reflexology practitioner and display the logo.

Duration

3 Zoom days, 5 videos to work through and 1-1 Zoom 30 minutes

Dates & times. TBC

First Zoom: Second Zoom: Third Zoom: 1-1 Zoom to be booked individually

Fee

£295 (£95 deposit on booking)

Tutors

Heidi Armstrong

Venue

Online via Zoom

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Email heidi@complementarytherapycollege.com

Next 1 day course: Bristol Monday 9^th March 2026

Who would enjoy this course? Is this course for me?

Massage offers a powerful tool to support women and babies through the maternity journey. This day offers an understanding the benefits of massage, as well as the areas in which you need to exercise caution. You will come away feeling more confident and excited about working with pregnant women.

Is this day for me?

Do you feel unsure or daunted by working in pregnancy and you would like to develop a better understanding of working with pregnant women, then this day is perfect for you.

If you work frequently with pregnancy women but would like new techniques and gain a better understanding of the postural changes. Review contra-indications and learn energy techniques that connect the Mother and Baby then this day will be prefect for you too.

Course Aims

To give you the skills, knowledge and understanding to work throughout the trimesters of pregnancy with confidence to fully meet your pregnant clients need
Understanding of contra-indications to working in pregnancy and how to adapt your treatment and when to refer your client
We will not go into in-depth fertility or postnatal physiology but you will be given the information for you to be able to apply the practical techniques to your clients who are trying to conceive or are in the postnatal period.
For students to learn through a ‘hands on’ approach with the theory applied wherever possible through practice so that you confident using the techniques and adapting them to your individual clients.
To be approachable and supportive, to work with you as individuals.

Prerequisite qualification: Level 3 or above massage qualification.

Bookings

Book on the BCMB website for this Pregnancy Massage workshop in Bristol >

Details

Pregnancy Massage Course Bristol BCMB Bristol College or Massage and Bodywork

On this course you will learn how to position clients on the massage table and incorporating alternatives. Working with postural changes postural in pregnancy.

Learn to work through the trimesters and general physical symptoms in pregnancy and how to adapt your treatments to meet your clients’ needs.

The day will include:

Contra-indications and working safely
Specific techniques, including integrating energy and muscle work.
Gaining an understanding of the postural changes in pregnancy and how to work with them.
Exploration of different positions for working in pregnancy including side position.
Relevant anatomy and physiology
Learning about the potential of massage in pregnancy
An extensive manual
Power point Hand-outs
Practical hand-outs.

This can be a stand alone workshop for those who work with pregnant clients. It is also a good introduction for those considering specialising in pregnancy work and doing a longer diploma course with wellmother.org.

This course is being held in Bristol, at and in conjunction with Bristol College of Massage and Bodywork.

Duration

1 day

Dates & Times

Monday 9th March 26

10am – 5.30pm

Fee

£140

Tutors

Heidi Armstrong

Venue

Bristol College of Massage and Bodywork
Lower Ground Floor
109 Pembroke Road
Clifton
Bristol
BS8 3EU

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This workshop is run in conjunction with and at the Bristol College of Massage and Bodywork.

Please book on the BCMB website for this Pregnancy Massage workshop in Bristol >

Next 1 day course: Saturday 12 Sept 2026

Who would enjoy this course? Is this course for me?

This course is open to Level 3 or above qualified Reflexologists.

The Aromareflex course is a tutor led zoom training, with home practice (assisted by videos) and requires a case study submission. You will learn how to incorporate the power of essential oils into to your reflexology treatment and enhance the objectives of your treatment.

The art and science of aromatherapy involves using Nature’s pure essential oils to support the body with physical and emotional conditions. This adds an extra element to sessions and clients love the extra care and relaxation the oils add.

In Aromareflex, we use 12 oils. You will learn about blending oils in different categories and notes of essential oils. We will look at different base mediums and several ways to use them in your treatments.

You will be blending oil to support your treatment objectives. For example, if your client is stressed and has muscular skeletal problems, you will choose oils from the Aromareflex range that support aches and pains and relaxation. Or if the focus is hormonal balance and exhaustion, you will choose oils that support hormonal balance and are reviving on the system.

This is not a full Aromatherapy training which is much more extensive. As you will not be learning about a full set of essential oils and the in-depth chemistry thereof, you will not be able to blend oil for specific conditions. Nor will you be able to prescribe a blend for your client’s home use or advise for health complaints or pregnancy.

You will however have an Aromareflex blend that you will be able to use in treatments with pregnant clients. You will be able to give your clients safely advice about home use of oils.

This is a full days course with a simple health and safety assessment at the end of the day to ensure you feel confident to work with clients.

On completion, you will be able to display the Aromarefelx logo on your advertising, indicating that you are Aromareflex trained. You can then attend the Aromareflex Two course.

Course Aims

Complete the course feeling confident to integrate the Aromareflex range of oils into their reflexology practice, for the maximum benefit of the clients.
Fully understand and be competent in using the specific set of essential oils safely.
Be able to offer your clients safety advice and an aftercare blend
Learn through a ‘hands on’ approach with the theory applied wherever possible through practice.
The teaching style is approachable and supportive, working with you as individuals.

Bookings

Booking details below

Details

Aromareflex One is a 1 day training for incorporating essential oils into Reflexology and is open to Level 3 or above qualified Reflexologists.

Overview of Aromatherapy, background and benefits.
Oils categories and notes
‘How to blend’ synergy and which oils will blend well together.
Different ways to use essential oils in your treatments.
Getting to know the Aromareflex range of oils.
Blending for reflexology treatment outcomes for example; Aches and pains, Hormonal balance, immunity support, with either a focus on relaxation for clients who also have stress sleep issues or to revive for clients who suffer from exhaustion.
We also look at the emotional effects of the oils.
Health and Safety of the oil use and any contraindications.
Base mediums and how to incorporate them into your reflexology session and different ways to use them.
Advanced massage techniques.
Treatment structuring.
Help with marketing and pricing of your Aromareflex treatments.
Short assessment at the end of the day to ensure health and safety understanding.
You will receive a comprehensive course manual, blending charts, treatment notes and aftercare sheets.
You will be able to order an Aromareflex kit from Purple Flame suppliers.
Get support post qualifying and ask questions in our Aromareflex qualified only members Facebook group.
Insurance: this is fully insurable with Alan Boswell, Balens and many other insurers.
Before booking, please check with your insurer if you will be covered.

Duration

1 day

Fee & CPD points

£150
AoR CPD point 14

Tutor

Heidi Armstrong

Dates, times & venue

Zoom
Sat Sept 12 2026
9.30am – 2pm

Held in small groups over zoom.

Bookings

Contact Heidi to book on the next training or for any questions: heidi@complementarytherapycollege.com

Duration

1 day

Fee & CPD points

£150
AoR CPD point 14

Tutor

Heidi Armstrong

Dates, times & venue

Zoom

Held in small groups over zoom. Email Heidi for details heidi@complementarytherapycollege.com

Bookings

Contact Heidi to book on the next training or for any questions: heidi@complementarytherapycollege.com

Next 1 day workshop: Over Zoom Sat 10 Oct 2026 over Zoom

Who would enjoy this course? Is this course for me?

Acupressure Facial Therapy Training in Bath, Bristol, London

If you are a qualified therapist and would like extend your facial work and support with clients going through emotional issues or with chronic health problems.

It looks at the unique way working the facial muscles, fascia and acupressure map of the face together support emotional processing and stress.

Is this day for me?

Would you like to add a whole new treatment to your practice?
Do you have clients with sleep problems stress, anxiety or emotional issues?
Would you also like to offer ritual rejuvenation treatment?
Are you qualified in Massage, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage or Shiatsu?

Then this day is perfect for you.

Course Aims

Acupressure Facial Release Course Bath London Bristol

Teach you a full treatment including head neck and shoulder as well as facial massage techniques.
To give you the skills, knowledge and understanding to integrate working with facial acupressure points map.
Understanding of the anatomy of the face and our emotional expression.
For you to understand grounding and integrating energy techniques.
For students to learn through a ‘hands on’ approach with the theory applied wherever possible through practice so that you confident using the techniques and adapting them to your individual clients.
To be approachable and supportive, to work with you as individuals.

Prerequisite qualification: Level 3 or equivalent in Massage, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Indian Head massage or Beauty therapy.

Bookings

Zoom Course please email heidi@complementarytherapycollege.com

Details

This course not only focuses on acupressure point work on the face but also incorporates releasing the muscular and fascial structures. The skin, muscles and fascia of the face have a unique structure to allow us to express ourselves intellectually and emotional. We therefore hold a huge amount of tension and stress in our facial structure.

You will learn a whole new treatment on the face, neck and shoulders. That will release tension allow emotional processing deeply relax the nervous system and promote rejuvenation of the facial structure.

This treatment works at both ends of the spectrum from deeply supporting stress and relaxing the nervous system to also having the feel of an indulgent rejuvenating treat.

On this day you will learn more about the structure of the face how to use massage and acupressure to release emotions and stress.

This treatment is also very beneficial for deeply relaxing the CNS. Due to its non invasive nature and effects on the nervous system its very supportive with clients with conditions such as fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue.

The day will include:

Review of facial anatomy
Scalp, head and shoulder massage
Why working the face is of such emotional benefit
Contraindications of facial therapy work
Learning skin types
Lean how to prepare the face for treatment with warm towels
Learn about right massage medium for your individual clients face
Techniques for the face, neck and shoulders for the muscular structure facial fascia and acupressure point
Facial Observation linked to Chinese face map
You will also learn a self-facial massage for your own use and as after care for clients
An extensive manual
Power point Hand-outs
Practical hand-outs

Over Zoom: 9.30-2pm plus guided home learning videos. 1-1 Zoom with tutor.

You will be posted a courses pack of course materials.

Duration

1 day

Dates & Times

Over Zoom Sat 10th October 2026 9.30-2pm plus guided home learning videos. Separate 1-1 Zoom with tutor.

Fee

£150

Tutors

Heidi Armstrong

Venue

Over Zoom

Book now

Book for Zoom course please email heidi@complementarytherapycollege.com

Next course starting: First Zoom First Zoom Tue 17^th March 2026 10-2pm

Who would enjoy this course? Is this course for me?

If you’re a qualified Reflexologist and would like to deepen your work to include in-depth understanding of using traditional Chinese medical theory (TCM) then this course is for you. You will add skills in energy palpation and treatment techniques so that you can use five element reflexology diagnostic systems to support your client and enhance your treatments.

You need to be a fully qualified level 3 reflexologist to be able to attend this Five Element Reflexology Course.

This course is approved by the Association of Reflexologists gaining you 84 CPD points.

Course Aims

To give you the skills, knowledge and understanding to integrate working with the energy system and treatment structure of Chinese medicine.
Understanding of how TCM can aid in looking at your client from a holistic point of view and see the importance of lifestyle and wellbeing.
For students to learn through a ‘hands on’ approach with the theory applied wherever possible through practice so that you confident using the techniques and adapting them to your individual clients.
To be approachable and supportive, to work with you as individuals.

Course prerequisite qualification: Level 3 or above Reflexology qualification.

Bookings

For booking at the moment please email heidi@complementarytherapycollege.com

Contact me with any questions >

Details

Five element reflexology course in Bath and London

An in-depth postgraduate course which, integrates traditional Chinese medical theory into reflexology.

We will cover the background of Chinese medicine and different types of energy to give you a good grounding, it will not be just over laying theory onto your clients but about how using this wealth of knowledge supports you in building your client relationships and effectiveness of your treatments.

You will learn about Five Element theory and the four different ways the element cycle interacts. You will also explores diagnostic techniques including energy scanning and palpation. This will help you work with the organ and meridian systems and bring them alive in your practice. You will also learn a range of acupressure points that can not only support your clients with particular pathologies but calm the mind and release emotion. This gives you an objective and holistic way to work with your clients heath based on a structure of looking at our energy make up that goes back thousands of years. It is also very useful for life style management and piecing together the mysterious patterns of our lives.

Incorporating Traditional Chinese medicine and the five elements into Reflexology allows the practitioner to support their clients with in an holistic framework that has thousands of years of development behind it.

The course includes a high level of practical application of the theory and new techniques, which are simple but very effective.

You will learn the comprehensive set of acupressure points on both hands an

d feet on each weekend. With full information on there uses and how to work them. You develop an understanding of the five element cycles in relation to health and emotional patterns and supporting your clients.

It is designed as a course you can grow with.

There is a comprehensive course manual charts and practical handouts that aims to help you support developing your practice it is aim as a subject you will grow with.

Course Outline

This course is blended learning of FACE-FACE teaching days, Zoom theory and group work. Plus theory recording and work pack and videos of the practical.

You will have theory to watch to cover all area and a work pack to work through in line with this.

Zoom Intro prior to the face-face days, a Zoom session in between the face-face modules to support your learning. A Zoom final session to present work and consolid the course.

There is an ongoing facebook group to continued support and videos of the practical

Intro Zoom	Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Diagnostics, and working with Qi.
Day 1	Conception and Governing vessels. Facial observations. Triple heater balancing. Overview of Five element reflexology techniques. Palpation techniques.Water element working with the Kidney and bladder. Five Element interactions. Kidney and Bladder points.
Day 2	Wood Element working with Liver and Gallbladder. Understanding qi stagnation. Liver and Gallbladder points.Fire element working with Heart, Small intestine, Triple heater and Heat Protector. Working with the emotions. Heart, Small intestine, Heart Protector and Triple heater points.
Day 3	Earth Element working with the Stomach and Spleen, Grounding and digestion. Working with Stomach and Spleen points. Metal Element working with the Lung and large Intestine. Working with the breath. Letting go. Lung and Large Intestine Points. Aftercare.
Day 4	Bring it all together. Full treatment planning working with all the elements.
Final zoom	Presenting a client and consolidation

Assessment

Ongoing assessment during the course with a theory workpack to finish a practical assessment on the last day. Treatment practice notes to hand in.

Duration

Seven days: Three Zoom days and four days face-face.

You will also be expected to complete the theory videos and work pack and treatment practices

Dates & Times First Zoom First Zoom Tue 17^th March 2026 10-2pm

Bristol Face-face days 10 am-5.30pm Mon/Tue 23&24 March 2026

Middle Zoom Tue 14th April 2025 10-2pm

Bristol Face-face days 10-5.30pm Mon/Tue 27&28 April 2026

Final Zoom Tue 12th May 2026 10-2pm

Fee

£650

Deposit of £150 on booking the remainder of the fee payable 1 month prior to course starting

Tutor

Heidi Armstrong

Venue

BCMB Bristol

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Next 2 day workshop:Bristol Monday 12thOctober Tuesday 13th October 2026

Who would enjoy this course? Is this course for me?

If you are a qualified massage therapist and would like specialise with working with women.

Working with female health is becoming an increasing popular area whether its from menstrual problems to fertility or menopause. We want to work in a holistic way but with a good understanding of the anatomy and physiology and how massage can actually help.

Is this day for me?

Do you work with a lot of female clients?
Would you like to support your female’s clients with issues like regulating menstruation, fertility and menopause?
Would you like to feel more confident with abdominal massage and have techniques that can be done over a sheet?

Then this day is perfect for you

Course Aims

Massage for Women's Health Course Bristol Bath London

Teach you a extensive Japanese abdominal massage
To give you the skills, knowledge and understanding how to adapt working with reproductive issues.
Understanding of the anatomy of the pelvis and abdomen.
For you to understand grounding and integrating energy techniques.
For students to learn through a ‘hands on’ approach with the theory applied wherever possible through practice so that you confident using the techniques and adapting them to your individual clients.
To be approachable and supportive, to work with you as individuals.

Prerequisite qualification: Level 3 or above massage qualification or Shiatsu practitioner qualification.

Bookings

Book on the BCMB website for Integrative Massage ∫or Female Health workshop in Bristol >

Details

Would you like to support your female’s clients with issues like?

fertility
menopause
regulating menstruation

We will be learning massage, energy techniques and acupressure points to support these issues. You will learn Ampuku Japanese abdominal massage and we will also look at safe ways to adapt abdominal work for clients with reproductive pathologies. How to support the sacroiliac joint and pelvis during hormonal changes and pelvis balancing and gentle and non-intrusive breast work.

The day will include:

Safe ways to adapt abdominal work for clients with reproductive pathologies.
How to support the sacroiliac joint and pelvis during hormonal changes and pelvis balancing.
Ampuku Japanese abdominal massage down over a sheet and directly with oils.
Eastern energy techniques to balance our energies and release stored emotion.
Acupressure points to support women’s health
Non-intrusive breast work
Self abdominal massage for self care for you and your clients aftercare.
Extensive Manual
Power point hand outs
Practical hand outs

This course is being held in Bristol, at and in conjunction with Bristol College of Massage and Bodywork.

Duration

2 day

Dates & Times

Bristol Monday 12th October & Tuesday 13th October2026

10am – 5.30pm

Fee

£280

Tutors

Heidi Armstrong

Venue

Bristol College of Massage and Bodywork
Lower Ground Floor
109 Pembroke Road
Clifton
Bristol
BS8 3EU

Map and directions >

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This workshop is run in conjunction with and at the Bristol College of Massage and Bodywork.

Please book on the BCMB website for this Shiatsu for Massage therapists workshop in Bristol >

Next 1 day course: Bristol Monday 16th November 26
Who would enjoy Moxibustion for reflexologists? Is this course for me?

Moxibustion for reflexologists is aimed at reflexologists who want to add something extra to their treatments. Moxa is a unique treatment whereas treatments like Reflexology and Acupuncture on their own can move energy from where it stagnante to area where is depleted, they work with the limits of the individual energy field Moxa can add in extra energy adds in extra energy this can be be very supportive for those with chronic conditions and pain. Moxibustion is used in Traditional Chinese medicine by acupuncturists and Shiatsu practitioners but also fits perfectly with Reflexology. On this course you will also learn how to use acupuncture point seeds and magnets for aftercare.

Do you work with chronic conditions, menopause, fertility or pregnant clients with breach babies? Then this course will add an extra element to your treatment that can support underlying energy issues. Please check with your insurer to make sure this course is covered with them.

14 CPD points.

Course Aims

Participants will understand the unique properties and benefits of Moxibustion
Be able to use it very safely and understand and adapt to any contraindication of working with Moxa
Prepare their treatment space and clients for the use of Moxa in Reflexology
Be able to integrate Moxibustion easily into their treatments
Learn how to use acupressure seeds and point magnets for aftercare.

Course prerequisite qualification: Level 3 or above Reflexology qualification

Bookings

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Details

The herb mugwort has been dried and used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years by burning it in Moxibustion therapy. Unlike Acupuncture and Reflexology that moves and shifts the individual’s energy for better flow, moxa is said to add in extra energy into their system.

Research has shown that this plant alone, when burned, has the power to emit infrared radiation. The infrared heat flows into your body through the skin producing a pleasant, warm, palpable influx of energy. Good for chronic pain, lack of energy (conditions like chronic fatigue), insomnia, chills, stomach aches and lower back pain benefit fertility and used to support turning a baby in the breech position.

Course Overview

History of Moxibustion therapy.
Contra indications
Consultation skills.
Points and techniques
Working with Reflexes
Specific conditions
Practical

Assessment

On going assessment during the day with option final practical assessment at the end of day. Please check with your insurer to make sure this course is covered with them.

Duration

1 days

Dates & times

Bristol

Monday 16th November 2026

10am – 5.30pm

Fee

£195

Tutors

Heidi Armstrong

Venue

BCMB

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Next 1 day workshop: Over Zoom Sat 10 Oct 2026 over Zoom

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Next 2 day workshop:Bristol Monday 12thOctober Tuesday 13th October 2026

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