The London School of Massage offers professional massage training and complementary therapy courses.
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The London School of Massage offers professional massage training and complementary therapy courses.
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The one-day Chair Massage course at London School of Massage is designed for qualified massage and sports massage therapists who want to provide short, professional seated massage treatments in offices, events, exhibitions and corporate wellbeing settings.
On-site chair massage, also known as seated massage or corporate chair massage, is performed through clothing without oils. Students learn structured 10, 15 and 20-minute routines for the head, neck, shoulders, back, arms and hands using a portable massage chair or suitable seated setup.
The course combines tutor demonstrations, supervised partner practice and ongoing assessment. Students receive individual feedback on technique, client positioning, treatment timing, hygiene, communication and practitioner body mechanics.
Training is delivered by experienced massage educators with professional knowledge of anatomy, massage therapy, workplace practice and client safety.
| Course name | On-Site Chair Massage Course |
| Alternative names | Chair Massage Course, Seated Massage Course and Corporate Massage Training |
| Course type | Accredited Continuing Professional Development course |
| Course duration | One day |
| Suitable for | Qualified massage therapists, sports massage therapists and other eligible bodywork practitioners |
| Entry qualification | Recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in Massage, Sports Massage or an accepted equivalent |
| Study format | Face-to-face practical classroom training |
| Practical training | Structured 10, 15 and 20-minute chair massage routines |
| Treatment areas | Head, neck, shoulders, back, arms and hands |
| Treatment format | Performed through clothing without oils |
| Theory training | Consultation, contraindications, hygiene, workplace setup, timing, risk awareness and business application |
| Equipment | Portable massage chair or suitable seated setup |
| Course materials | Electronic course materials, demonstration video and digital certificate |
| Assessment | Ongoing practical assessment throughout the training day |
| Formal examination | No separate written or external practical examination |
| Certification | Accredited London School of Massage CPD certificate, subject to meeting the required practical standard |
| Accreditation | FHT, IGCT, CMA, BCMA and IICT |
| CPD points | 7 CPD points |
| Professional use | Integration into an existing insured massage practice and delivery in workplaces, events and corporate settings |
| Training location | London School of Massage, according to the selected course date |
| Progression | Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point and Stretch Massage Therapy, Assisted Stretching and further professional massage training |
| Booking | Students can enrol directly through the Chair Massage course page |
Chair massage is a short seated treatment designed for settings where a massage couch, oils and changing facilities may not be practical.
The client remains fully clothed and is positioned on an ergonomic portable massage chair. Treatments can be adapted to different time slots, making the method suitable for workplace wellbeing programmes, exhibitions, events, hotels, health clubs and other professional environments.
The course covers:
The course is suitable for qualified:
Students who do not yet hold an eligible professional massage qualification should first complete the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Massage.
Qualified practitioners can also explore the wider selection of massage courses for qualified therapists.
The terms on-site chair massage, office massage, workplace massage, seated massage and corporate chair massage commonly describe similar short clothed treatments delivered away from a traditional massage room.
This course focuses on providing professional chair massage in settings such as:
The course develops the practical and professional skills required to provide safe, structured and time-efficient chair massage sessions.
Students learn:
Practical training includes:
Students practise techniques for the:
Students learn how to structure:
The routines are designed to flow efficiently while maintaining appropriate consultation, comfort, hygiene and professional standards.
Training covers:
Students learn how to:
The course also introduces:
Students should hold a recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in:
The qualification should include appropriate Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
Applicants must also:
Students without an eligible qualification may attend only with prior approval and may receive a certificate of attendance rather than the accredited practitioner CPD certificate.
Anyone unsure about eligibility should contact London School of Massage and provide a copy of their qualification before booking.
Students work as both therapist and model during the course.
Chair massage is performed through clothing without oils. Students should wear comfortable clothing that allows suitable access to the neck, shoulders, back, arms and hands.
Students with a health condition, injury, pregnancy, disability or mobility restriction that may affect participation should contact the school before enrolling.
There is no separate written examination or external practical examination.
Assessment takes place continuously throughout the training day through:
Students must demonstrate the required practical competence before the accredited CPD certificate is awarded.
Successful students receive a London School of Massage On-Site Chair Massage CPD certificate.
The course is accredited or approved by FHT, IGCT, CMA, BCMA and IICT and carries 7 CPD points. Further information is available on the school’s Accreditations and Approvals page.
This is an accredited CPD course rather than a separate Ofqual-regulated qualification. Students must hold an eligible underlying massage qualification and obtain suitable professional massage insurance before offering chair massage commercially.
Students attending without an eligible qualification may receive a certificate of attendance rather than an accredited practitioner CPD certificate.
Qualified therapists may add on-site chair massage to an existing insured massage practice where the service falls within their qualifications, competence and professional scope.
Chair massage may be offered in:
The short, clothed treatment format can allow therapists to work with several clients within a scheduled workplace or event session.
Practitioners must maintain suitable insurance, client screening, hygiene procedures, risk awareness and professional boundaries.
Therapists may approach businesses directly to provide workplace chair massage as part of employee wellbeing programmes or special events.
Companies seeking training for their own staff or wellbeing teams can also enquire about bespoke massage training courses or view the school’s corporate wellness services.
Suitable progression options include:
Qualified therapists can also review the complete range of advanced and CPD massage courses.
Course completion does not qualify students to diagnose injuries or medical conditions or work beyond the scope of their underlying professional qualification.
This course is ideal for qualified massage therapists, Sports Massage Therapists and other eligible bodywork practitioners who would like to offer short seated massage treatments in workplaces, events and corporate wellbeing settings.
To receive the accredited CPD certificate, students need to hold a recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in Massage, Sports Massage or an accepted equivalent that includes suitable Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology training.
If you’re unsure whether your qualification is suitable, you’re very welcome to send a copy to London School of Massage before booking.
The course is mainly designed for qualified therapists because it builds on existing massage skills, client consultation knowledge and safe professional practice.
Students without an eligible qualification may only attend with prior approval and may receive a Certificate of Attendance rather than the accredited practitioner CPD certificate.
If you’re new to massage and would like to train professionally, the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Massage provides a complete beginner training route.
You’ll learn how to provide structured 10, 15 and 20-minute chair massage treatments for the head, neck, shoulders, back, arms and hands.
The course covers chair setup, client positioning, consultation, contraindications, hygiene, treatment timing, practitioner posture and professional communication.
You’ll also learn how to adapt the routine for different clients, working environments and appointment lengths.
Chair Massage is usually performed using an ergonomic portable massage chair that supports the client’s face, chest, arms and legs.
Students learn how to set up and adjust the chair safely for clients of different heights and body shapes. The course also covers cleaning, transporting and creating a professional treatment area within a limited space.
No. London School of Massage provides the professional massage chairs and classroom equipment required during the training day.
Students normally work in pairs and take turns practising and receiving treatments, so there is no need to bring a separate model.
The Chsir massage is provided during classroom training.
If you plan to offer Chair Massage professionally after the course, you’ll need to purchase a suitable portable massage chair. You’ll also need basic hygiene and cleaning supplies for use between clients.
The course includes guidance on chair setup, adjustment, transport and safe use so you can choose suitable equipment for your practice.
There is no separate written exam or external practical examination.
Instead, you’ll be assessed throughout the training day through supervised practice, tutor observation and individual feedback.
To complete the course successfully, you’ll need to demonstrate safe chair setup, appropriate client positioning, effective massage techniques, suitable treatment timing, professional communication and good hygiene practices.
If you’re a qualified therapist and successfully complete the course, you may add On-Site Chair Massage to your existing insured massage practice in line with your qualifications and professional scope.
Before offering treatments commercially, you should confirm that Chair Massage is covered by your professional insurance. Further information is available on the Therapists Insurance page.
If you’d like to expand your practical skills further, you may also be interested in the Deep Tissue Massage Course.
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