Class Syllabus: Indian Head Massage
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Course Syllabus

Lesson 1: Indian Head Massage Explained What is Indian Head Massage Purpose & Benefits Contra-indications Lesson 2: The Chakras Energy and Balancing Techniques Meditations Lesson 3: The Marmas & Ayurvedic Types IHM Marma Locations How to stimulate the Marmas Basic Ayurvedic Types Lesson 4: The Techniques of IHM The 5 massage techniques used in IHM A sample session Lesson 5: Anatomy & Physiology Cranial bones Muscles of the face and neck The Lymphatic system Lesson 6: Preparing to give an IHM Personal Hygiene Hair types Massage mediums Correct posture Ambience

Course Requirements

This course has no pre-requisites and no previous education is required. However, having a strong interest in holistic therapies is helpful as we will work with and learn about the subtle energies of the body, using hands-on healing methods and relaxation techniques. There is no time limit for completing this class and you are free to work at your own pace. To complete this class, you will be expected to read all lessons, visit websites, do assignments, share your experiences and comments with the class, and complete case studies. The case studies should be written out in detail after they are performed. Some case studies you will share with the class.

Course Goal

After completing this course you will have the knowledge to give professional-style Indian Head Massages. In this course you will learn the following: What Indian Head Massage is The purpose & benefits The Contra-indications All about the Chakras Energy and Balancing What Marmas are, how to work with them Basic Ayurvedic types Specific techniques See a sample session Learn basic Anatomy & Physiology for IHM Personal Hygiene Hair types Massage mediums Correct posture

Course Materials

Everything you need to learn Indian Head Massage is included in this course. You are free to purchase other materials for Indian Head Massage if you wish, but that is not necessary to complete this course. You may choose to do your case studies with oil which will have to be purchased separately.

Grading Policy

Grading is done on a point system. Each assignment is worth 20 points, quizzes are worth 20, and case studies are worth 25. Class participation is worth 15 points per lesson.

Disclaimer

This class is in not meant to be a substitute for medical care. The uses outlined are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Nothing listed within the content of this course should be considered medical advice. It is the student s responsibility to check state and country regulations concerning the practice of IHM as laws may vary.

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