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 thermal stimulation with manual techniques to support tissue relaxation, improve microcirculation, and regulate muscle tension.

The training covers the safe use of heat in massage, including the basic physiology of thermotherapy, the properties of basalt stones, client qualification, temperature control, and manual technique in esthetic practice.

What you will learn - theory

1. hot stone massage as a form of manual thermotherapy
2. the use of thermal massage in esthetic practice
3. the mechanism of heat action on muscles, skin, and fascia
4. the effect of thermal stimulation on the regulation of muscle tension
5. physiological responses of the body to temperature
6. thermoregulation processes and the role of skin thermoreceptors
7. the importance of temperature for treatment effectiveness
8. stones used in massage and their properties
9. basalt stones – physical and practical characteristics
10. heat retention and heat release capacity
11. general anatomy and skin anatomy
12. client qualification and contraindications for massage
13. skin conditions relevant to manual massage
14. safety and hygiene rules when working with thermal stimulation
15. stages and technique of hot stone massage
16. selection of products for work with high temperature
17. post-treatment recommendations and observation of client reactions
18. combining hot stone massage with other treatments

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. step-by-step performance of hot stone massage

What you receive

• immediate access after purchase
• video materials for practical learning
• interactive theoretical content
• client record card (downloadable)
• knowledge quiz (unlimited attempts)
• certificate available for download after course completion
• list of recommended products and stores
• regular content updates
• access on computer, phone, and tablet
• unlimited returns to course materials
• readiness to implement the treatment in the treatment room
• 12 months of access 24/7 + extension option

Quiz and certificate

• quiz available after completing the course
• certificate generated automatically after passing the quiz
• certificate always available for download from the user panel

You will receive access to the course immediately after purchase. You can find it in your user panel, in the 'My account' section under the 'My courses' tab.

The price includes full access to the course – with no additional costs.