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I currently work as a massage therapist at one of London's leading spas, but I've been thinking about going part-time and self-employed alongside my spa work. 🙂
I've been looking into additional training, but with so many courses out there, it's hard to know which ones are genuinely worth the money.
I'm particularly interested in improving my deep tissue techniques, perhaps learning more about myofascial release or advanced sports massage. I enjoy relaxing treatments too, but I'd like to develop my skills further, especially if I'm going to start seeing my own clients.
Some courses seem quite expensive for what you actually get, and I'm not particularly interested in collecting certificates just for the sake of it.
For those who've been working independently for a while, which courses or techniques have made the biggest difference to your work? Have you found clients specifically asking for certain treatments? 🧐
I'd also be interested to know whether anyone has recommendations for good CPD training providers in London.
Posted : 01/11/2026 6:50 am
Hi Maria, I completely agree about not collecting certificates just for their own sake. Some of these courses cost a small fortune, especially when you add up the course fee, travel and time off work!
If you're already comfortable with Swedish and deep tissue massage, I'd probably look at myofascial release or trigger point therapy next. Both can be useful additions to your existing treatments, particularly when you're working with clients who have ongoing muscular tension.
A few London training providers are worth looking into.
London School of Massage near King's Cross offers a two-day deep tissue course, along with trigger point and other advanced massage training. Their deep tissue course is around £295, which isn't unreasonable for two days of supervised practical training.
City Lit is another option. They have a myofascial release CPD workshop for around £249, spread over two sessions. It's FHT-accredited, which is worth considering if you're looking for recognised CPD.
Jing Advanced Massage Training is also worth researching, especially for myofascial release and advanced clinical massage. Their courses can be quite expensive, though, so I'd probably try a shorter workshop before committing to one of their longer programmes.
One thing I'd definitely recommend is choosing courses with plenty of hands-on practice and individual feedback. You can watch techniques online, but having an experienced tutor correct your positioning, pressure and body mechanics is a different matter.
I'd also check with your insurer before booking anything, to make sure the qualification will be accepted for the treatments you want to offer independently.
Personally, I'd rather spend £250–£300 on a course that improves the treatments I already provide than £1,000 learning something I might rarely use.
And don't underestimate good assessment and consultation skills. Being able to adapt a treatment properly to the person in front of you is often more valuable than having another technique listed on your website.
Posted : 04/11/2026 4:58 pm