The School of Natural Therapies

04/08/2025

Unlock the Power of Aromatherapy! 🌸

Are you passionate about natural healing and essential oils? Our Level 4/5 Diploma in Aromatherapy gives you the skills, confidence, and professional qualifications to transform your passion into a rewarding career.

🌿 What you'll get:

• Expert training by experienced aromatherapists.
• Accredited by the International Federation of Aromatherapists (IFA).
• Small, friendly classes with hands-on learning.
• Practical skills in creating tailored therapeutic blends.
• Trips to Kew Gardens and a Lavender Farm!

📍 Location: Battersea, London & Online
📅 Duration: 9 months (blended learning)
💷 Flexible payment options available.

Spaces for the September 2025 intake are filling fast, reserve your spot today!

👉 Learn more and enrol now: https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/courses/itec-level-3-diploma-in-aromatherapy

Learn to blend and apply essential oils for therapeutic use with the International Federation of Aromatherapists (IFA) awarded Level 4/5 Diploma in Aromatherapy. This 9 month course is perfect for aspiring aromatherapists.

29/07/2025

Student review spotlight 🌿

Each student’s journey is unique, and we’re proud to support them every step of the way. Here's what one of our recent graduates had to say:

“The course content was challenging and comprehensive, with an enormous amount of supporting documentation supplied alongside the tutorials. Definitely a course and organisation to be thoroughly recommended and commended.”

- Nicola

Are you ready to start your own journey with us? 🌟

Read more reviews: https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/reviews

25/07/2025

Limited spaces remaining! 🚨

Our ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology is nearly full - don’t miss your chance to join us on 4 September 2025!

Master the art of reflexology with the ITEC Level 3 Diploma. This 8 day course provides in-depth training in this ancient healing technique, perfect for aspiring reflexologists seeking a professional qualification.

🗓️ Date: 4 September 2025
📍 Location: The School of Natural Therapies, Battersea London
🧠 Taught by experienced, industry-leading tutors

👉 Visit our website to book your space now: https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/courses/itec-level-3-diploma-in-reflexology

22/07/2025

We’re launching a Spa School! 🎉

After countless chats with spa managers and industry friends, The School of Natural Therapies is proud to unveil our brand-new Level 3 Spa Therapy Diploma, designed by therapists, for therapists. 👏✨

Why we created it:
🔹 Massage techniques that protect your body and career longevity
🔹 Evidence-based training that tackles the root of MSK pain and postural strain
🔹 A direct pathway into high-end spas, no beauty-therapy background required

What you'll master:

- Full body massage
- Advanced massage and deep tissue techniques
- Anatomy, physiology and pathology including common diseases and disorders of the human body
- Facials and facial skincare including skin analysis, steaming, mask application and facial massage techniques
- Hot and cold stone massage

The course also covers:

- Professional practice and client care
- Preparing to seek employment in the spa industry, including a trip to a working spa in London

Whether you’re new to wellness or ready to upskill, our ITEC/VTCT-awarded programme adds extra accredited units for a competitive edge.

👉 Enrolment is open now! Spaces are limited, so message us or visit our website to secure your place. Let’s shape the next generation of spa excellence together. 🌿👐

18/07/2025

We’re speaking at the UK Spa Association Summer Networking Event 2025 and we’re tackling a big issue: 👉 Injury and burnout in massage therapists.

Too many spa professionals are suffering from avoidable thumb pain, joint strain, and fatigue, all due to poor technique and lack of proper training.

It doesn’t have to be this way.

✅ Our training helps therapists stay injury-free
✅ CPD boosts confidence & treatment quality
✅ Spa teams feel supported and stay longer
✅ Clients get a better experience = better business

We’ve partnered with amazing spas like:
✨ Browns Hotel, Mayfair
✨ Aman Spa at The Connaught
✨ MASAJ London

And we’re now building dedicated spa massage training pathways tailored to what spa managers really need.

🗓️ Catch us at Center Parcs, Woburn Forest
📍 Wed 30 July | UK Spa Association Summer Event
💬 Let’s raise the standard of spa training together

📲 Read more: https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/uk-spa-association-event-2025

We are proud to announce that we will be delivering a key presentation at this year’s UK Spa Association Summer Networking Event, taking place on Wednesday

15/07/2025

📣 Spas and wellness teams - this one’s for you!

We’ve seen a rise in therapist sickness and turnover lately… and poor massage technique is often to blame.

That’s where we come in 💪

At The School of Natural Therapies, we deliver accredited, hands-on training for spa and wellness teams, helping reduce injuries, boost client satisfaction, and even increase tips 👏

Our flexible team training covers:
👐 Holistic & Sports Massage
📚 CPD & Advanced Techniques
🛠️ Tailored, in-house workshops

Invest in your team’s skills, confidence and wellbeing.

👥 Ready to future-proof your team? Find out more on our website: https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/teams

11/07/2025

🧍‍♂️ Want to better support clients with lower back pain?

Our Lower Back Pain Management CPD Course is a practical, two-day training course designed for massage therapists who want to confidently assess and treat one of the most common client complaints.

This hands-on CPD course gives you the tools to help clients experiencing lower back pain caused by muscular tension, joint dysfunction, postural issues or everyday stress.

🧠 What you'll learn:
✔️ Deep Tissue Massage
✔️ Osteopathic Mobilisation Techniques
✔️ Myo-fascial Release Techniques
✔️ Trigger Point Therapy
✔️ Soft Tissue Release
✔️ Muscle Energy Techniques

This course offers real-world, clinic-ready skills you can use straight away.

📍 Location: Battersea, London
📅 Duration: 2-day course
🎓 Certificate of Attendance for CPD purposes
📚 Entry requirement: You must hold a Level 3 or above qualification in massage

💼 Ideal for:
- Sports and remedial massage therapists
- Holistic practitioners
- Anyone wanting to boost their confidence in treating lower back pain

👉 Help your clients move and feel better – book your space now:
https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/courses/lower-back-pain-management-cpd-course

Learn specialised techniques to manage lower back pain and support client recovery. This 2 day FHT-accredited course provides 10 CPD points.

08/07/2025

Student review spotlight 🌿

Each student’s journey is unique, and we’re proud to support them every step of the way. Here's what one of our recent graduates had to say:

“I just wanted to say a big thank you for the CPD low back pain clinic day with Joseph. It was incredibly informative and packed with valuable techniques. I especially appreciated how clearly Joseph explained the theory, even the trickier concepts - it helped things click. The hands on practice was also super useful. Joseph put so much patience and care into teaching, that's make the learning experience enjoyable. It was my third training with Joseph and I hope to join to another one soon.”

- Olha, SNT student

Are you ready to start your own journey with us? 🌟

Visit our website to see more: https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/reviews

04/07/2025

Thinking of a career in massage or holistic therapy? 💆‍♀️✨

Here’s why students across the UK choose The School of Natural Therapies ⬇️

✅ 35+ years of training excellence
✅ Accredited + insurable qualifications
✅ 99% pass rate
✅ Fast Track options
✅ Flexible learning and payment plans

But that’s just the start...

🧑‍🏫 Expert tutors with real-world experience
🌟 Hundreds of 5-star reviews
📚 Courses for beginners and pros
💬 Small class sizes = more support
🎓 All equipment provided + inclusive vibe

Whether you're just starting out or levelling up — we’ve got a course for you.

📲 Visit our website to explore our courses: https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/courses

Discover accredited, expert massage courses with experienced trainers since 1989. Backed by 100+ 5-star trusted reviews, we provide top-rated, professional training to advance your skills.

01/07/2025

Limited spaces remaining! 🚨

Our Cupping Therapy CPD Course is nearly full - don’t miss your chance to join us on 20 July 2025!

This one-day, hands-on workshop is perfect for qualified massage therapists looking to expand their skills with this ancient and effective therapy. You’ll learn how to safely and effectively incorporate cupping into your treatments, helping your clients with pain, tension, and more.

🗓️ Date: 20 July 2025
📍 Location: The School of Natural Therapies, Battersea London
🧠 Taught by experienced, industry-leading tutors

👉 Visit our website to book your space now!

https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/courses/cupping-therapy-cpd-course

27/06/2025

🔥 Enhance your massage toolkit with Cupping Therapy

Our Cupping Therapy CPD Course is a hands-on, one-day training designed for qualified therapists who want to safely and effectively integrate modern cupping techniques into their treatments.

Cupping is a powerful tool used to ease muscular tension, reduce pain, support lymphatic drainage, and improve circulation and it’s increasingly in demand by clients seeking deeper results.

✨ Course highlights:

✔️ Learn the safe and effective application
✔️ Techniques include static and dynamic cupping
✔️ Ideal for tight fascia, restricted movement, and sports recovery
✔️ Highly practical course with immediate application in your clinic
✔️ Includes history, benefits, contraindications, and aftercare
✔️ Comprehensive handouts and professional support included

🧑‍🏫 Taught by an experienced cupping therapist in a friendly, small-group environment.

📍 Location: Battersea, London
📅 Duration: 1 full day
🎓 Certificate of Attendance provided for CPD purposes
📚 Entry requirement: Must hold a Level 3 or above qualification in massage or equivalent

💼 Perfect for:

- Sports and remedial massage therapists
- Holistic and complementary practitioners
- Any massage professional wanting to expand their services

👉 Ready to upgrade your skills and offer something new to your clients?

Find out more or book your place:
https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/courses/cupping-therapy-cpd-course

Learn cupping therapy techniques for pain management and healing. This 1 day FHT-accredited course provides CPD points for professional therapists.

24/06/2025

We recently had the pleasure of visiting Brighton Metropolitan College to deliver an enrichment talk on Oncology Massage 💆‍♀️✨

It was a fantastic session with VTCT complementary therapy students, exploring how massage can support those affected by cancer — physically and emotionally 💛

Huge thanks to Lisa Newman for the invite, and best of luck to all students in their upcoming exams! 🎓💪

Read the full story on our website.

🔗 https://www.schoolofnaturaltherapies.co.uk/the-school-of-natural-therapies-delivers-oncology-massage-enrichment-talk-at-brighton-met

We were delighted to recently deliver an enrichment talk on oncology massage to VTCT complementary therapy diploma students at Brighton MET. Hosted by Lisa