Hot Stone Massage Online Course

Hot stone massage is a form of manual thermotherapy that uses stones with a high capacity for heat retention, combining the effects of temperature with manual techniques to relax tissues, improve microcirculation, and regulate muscle tension.

This training covers the safe use of heat in massage treatments performed in professional practice, including the physiological principles of thermotherapy, the properties of basalt stones, client qualification, temperature control, and manual working techniques. The program guides you step by step through the structure of a hot stone massage treatment.

What you will learn - theory

1. hot stone massage as a form of manual therapy
2. the origins and development of stone massage
3. the role of heat in manual therapy
4. the mechanism of temperature action on soft tissues
5. the effects of heat on muscle tension
6. physiological responses of the body to thermal stimulation
7. skin and tissue anatomy in treatments involving heat
8. muscles and subcutaneous tissue responses to heat
9. assessment of skin condition and reactivity before treatment
10. skin conditions relevant to client qualification for massage
11. contraindications for hot stone massage
12. types of stones used in massage
13. basalt stones and their functional properties
14. the ability of stones to retain and release heat
15. temperature control and treatment safety
16. massage oils and principles of selection
17. techniques for working with stones and combining them with hand techniques
18. stages of a hot stone massage treatment
19. observing tissue responses during the procedure
20. principles of safety and hygiene in professional practice
21. post-treatment recommendations

What you will learn - practice

1. preparing the treatment room and workstation
2. workflow in the treatment room during the massage
3. selection of products and materials
4. preparing the client for the massage
5. hot stone massage step by step

What you receive

• immediate access after purchase
• instructional video materials for hands-on learning
• interactive theoretical modules
• knowledge assessment quiz with unlimited attempts
• downloadable certificate upon course completion
• curated list of recommended professional products
• regular content updates
• access on computer, phone, and tablet
• unlimited review of all course materials
• readiness to implement the treatment in a professional setting
• 12 months of 24/7 access with an extension option

Quiz and certificate

• the final quiz becomes available after completing the course
• the certificate is generated automatically upon successfully passing the quiz
• the certificate remains permanently available for download in your user dashboard

Our training programs are currently being expanded. Enrollment will reopen shortly.