Massage Techniques by Massage with Mike

About this course

Build practical, confidence-boosting massage skills you can use at home or as a starting point for deeper study in bodywork. This free online course guides you through hands-on techniques that focus on comfort, relaxation, and smart touch habits. You will learn how to approach different areas of the body with intention, from soothing facial work and scalp acupressure to targeted methods for feet, ankles, and the upper back. The goal is to help you understand how and why certain approaches work, so you can deliver sessions that feel consistent, safe, and effective.

Throughout the course, you will explore styles and tools used in modern practice, including reflexology-inspired routines, Thai massage applications on a table, and traditional techniques such as Lomi Lomi flow. You will also see how therapies like hot stones, cupping, and kinesiology taping can complement hands-on work when applied correctly. By paying attention to pressure, pacing, and positioning, you will improve your ability to adapt techniques to different needs, whether the focus is general relaxation, recovery after daily strain, or support for commonly tense zones.

The learning experience also strengthens your body awareness. You will connect muscle tension and referral patterns to what you feel under your hands, giving you a clearer sense of where discomfort can originate and how to approach it thoughtfully. Topics like trigger point work, jaw and neck tension, and techniques often used for discomfort around the hips, glutes, and lower back will help you develop a more systematic way to work rather than relying on guesswork.

Designed for beginners and curious learners, the course emphasizes clear demonstrations and actionable practice so you can immediately apply what you learn. By the end, you will have a broader toolkit for relieving tension, supporting relaxation, and creating a structured massage routine you can repeat, refine, and tailor over time.