This course is structured for convenience and confidence. Learn the Day 1 - Theory videos from your home or office and get hands-on skill practice and instructor guidance in Day 2 (held January 17th).
Day 2 Time & Location: 8:30am - 4:30 pm
at 4 Elements Wellness Clinic, 115 Stafford Drive South, Lethbridge AB
Course Price Breakdown: $240 class cost & $240 in provided supply costs (Bamboo Warming Kit, 50+ Page Student Manual, and Digital Course Videos)
Course Credits: NHPC - 15
CMMOTA, CRMTA, MTAA, MTAM, MTAS pending
Course Requirements: Online theory videos must be completed by the start of Day 2. This hybrid teaching model allows for an extensive in-person course that focuses on the traditional use of Bamboo Massage Therapy with a modern perspective on how to utilize it in your practice.
Seats are limited to 4 students max! Registration closes January 10, 2026 at midnight!
Once you register, you'll get instant access to the course theory videos. Reminder that these theory videos must be watched prior to January 17th.
Our in-person class time is valuable and we will move quickly through demonstrations, partner work and the solo class exercises to solidify learning concepts.
Kelly caters each class to the learning preferences of the group and includes discussion/Q&A for group feedback. You will get both a printed and digital copy of your Bamboo Massage certificate.
Course Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will:
- perform a full-body bamboo massage
- learn specialized techniques and routines for the back, legs, arms, abdomen, and face as well as common pathologies
- use bamboo tools efficiently to avoid hand fatigue and injury
- apply knowledge of the history, benefits, and contraindications of bamboo massage
- understand proper tool care, cleaning, and heating methods
- develop marketing strategies to promote bamboo massage to clients
- earn a certificate of completion
Items provided by the instructor:
- all linens, blankets, towels, and laundry service
- massage table and 1 pillow bolster per group
- $240.00 Bamboo Kit for each student included in the enrolment price (10 sticks of varying sizes, a warming pad, pad cover, and a carrying case)
- printed student syllabus
- pre-recorded course videos for additional practice and support at home before and after the course ($185 value for free)
Students will receive an itinerary email that also includes food and amenity suggestions in the hosted city.
What you should bring
- A hypoallergenic & unscented massage oil, comfortable clothing, and a way to take additional notes.
- If you have specific bolsters or large sheet sets you like to work with, please bring those. *Note - Laundry service unavailable when students bring their own linens*
Bamboo massage is a verstile alternative to hot or cold stone therapy, allowing therapists to provide longer sessions without fatigue. It is a great addition to the toolbox of any hot stone, deep tissue, or cupping therapist.
Seats are limited to 4 students max! Registration closes January 10, 2026 at midnight!
Breakthrough Massage Academy goes one step further and offers extra practice and routine videos with every class as well! The total amount of learning hours for our Hybrid Bamboo Massage Course is 16 (8 hours in class, 8 hours in theory and practice videos)