Indian Head Massage
September 21 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Registration Form: Indian Head Massage
Instructed by Shawn Foubert, RMT
Registration Deadline: September 7, 2025
Date: September 21, 2025 (1-day course/8-hour) Maximum: 30 Registrants
Time: 9:00am–5:30pm
Location: Fredericton Inn 1315 Regent Street
Fredericton, NB E3C 1A1
Fee: $150 (ANBMT members only) $225 (Non-Member)
*This course is $250 in-person when offered by the instructor.
(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; NO RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED)
CEUs: 8 hours (Refer to the CMTNB CEU Guidelines)
Preferred room rate: Fredericton Inn, Fredericton, NB, $139.00 + HST per night (2 queen beds). A block of 12 rooms have been reserved (book 3 weeks in advance of the event to secure the reserved room-August 30). Toll Free 1-800-561-8777 or 506 455-1430; Free parking. Booking reference: ANBMT Group
Course Details
The ancient practice of Indian Head Massage, rooted in Ayurveda, a traditional Indian system of medicine, has endured for thousands of years. Also known as Champissage, Indian Head Massage concentrates on the upper back, arms, hands, shoulders, upper pectorals, neck, head, face, and ears—the area’s most vulnerable to the accumulation of stress, muscular hyper tonicity, and tension. This specialized massage technique yields exceptional benefits by promoting balance and enabling the release of stress and tension, fostering inner peace and overall well-being in the recipient.
Indian Head Massage offers versatility, making it accessible and convenient for individuals seeking relief. It can be performed virtually anywhere and at any time, either over clothing in a seated posture or while lying down, seamlessly integrating into your routine massages.
This comprehensive certification course encompasses both theoretical teachings and hands-on practical instruction. Upon completion of the course, participants will be presented with a Certificate of Attendance. Throughout the program, you will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct an Indian Head Massage session, with a focus on performing the massage while the client is in a supine position—the preferred method for enabling the client to fully relax and release tensions, although it can also be performed in a seated position.
Some possible benefits of Indian Head Massage:
- Can stimulate blood circulation to scalp.
- Can relieve muscular tonicity, tension, headaches, migraines.
- Can reduce stress, anxiety, and return the body to a state of homeostasis.
- Can provide clarity and peace.
- Can reduce aches and pains.
- Can promote health and wellness.
Course Outline
The course is designed in the following eight parts.
- Introduction to Indian Head Massage
- History of Indian Head Massage
- Subtle energies and how it blends with the course
- Review of anatomy, head, neck, and shoulders
- Oils used in Indian Head Massage and their benefits
- Benefits of Indian Head Massage
- Techniques of Indian Head Massage
- A three-hour session featuring demonstrations and hands-on practice of Indian Head Massage.
What to Bring
- Comfortable loose-fitting clothing, sports bra
- Set of sheets for the table; blanket
- Portable massage table (one per two students)
Pen or pencil - Please bring a natural oil for use during the session. Jojoba oil is preferred, but any oil that is safe for use on the face will be suitable.
- * Optional: If you wish to experiment with oil on your hair and scalp, it is recommended to bring a hat.
- Lunch, snacks, water
About the Instructor
Shawn Foubert is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Aromatherapist, and Jade Hot/Cold Stone practitioner. Over his thirty-eight years of practice, Shawn has honed his proficiency in a wide range of modalities such as Indian Head Massage, Yoga Instruction, EFT, Tui Na, and several other holistic approaches, showcasing his expertise in the realm of holistic wellness. Residing in Nova Scotia, Shawn brings a wealth of experience to his practice. Notably, he has served as the former President of MTANS (Massage Therapy Association of Nova Scotia), showcasing his leadership and commitment to the massage therapy community.
