Maderotherapy Training

This course introduces massage therapists and bodywork practitioners to the principles and techniques of Maderotherapy (Wood Therapy), a specialized form of manual bodywork that uses anatomically shaped wooden tools to complement hands-on massage techniques.

Maderotherapy combines rhythmic, repetitive movements with a variety of wooden instruments designed to work efficiently over different areas and contours of the body. The training emphasizes the proper selection and handling of each tool, appropriate pressure and sequencing, and the integration of wood therapy techniques into a safe, comfortable, and professional treatment.

Participants will develop a practical understanding of how Maderotherapy can be incorporated into massage and body-contouring treatments, with particular attention to circulation, tissue mobilization, relaxation, and the temporary improvement of the appearance and texture of the skin.

The course combines theoretical foundations with extensive hands-on practice, allowing participants to develop confidence, precision, fluidity, and proper body mechanics when working with Maderotherapy tools.

Participants will:

• Learn the foundations and principles of Maderotherapy

• Become familiar with the different wooden tools, their shapes, functions, and appropriate applications

• Learn proper handling, pressure, rhythm, direction, and sequencing of techniques

• Develop practical protocols for working with different areas of the body

• Learn techniques commonly incorporated into body-contouring and cellulite-focused treatments

• Explore techniques designed to support circulation and tissue mobilization

• Understand the indications, precautions, and contraindications associated with Maderotherapy

• Learn how to combine wooden tools with manual massage techniques to create a complete and fluid treatment

• Develop efficient body mechanics to reduce unnecessary strain on the therapist

• Learn appropriate cleaning, hygiene, and maintenance procedures for Maderotherapy equipment

• Adapt treatments according to the client's comfort, goals, tissue response, and individual needs

This training provides practitioners with a solid foundation for incorporating Maderotherapy into their professional practice, whether as a specialized treatment on its own or as a complement to massage and other bodywork techniques.

By the end of the course, participants will have developed the practical skills and treatment structure necessary to confidently offer a professional, safe, and effective Maderotherapy session to their clients.

Course Information

Hours

• 25h (Includes in-person courses, and self-paced home practice)

Upcoming Courses

Five Wednesdays • 2:00pm–5:30pm

• January 13-20-27 & Feb-3, 2027

• April 7-14-21-28, 2027

• July 6-13-20-27, 2027

• Sep 29 & Oct 6-13-20, 2027

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