Professional bodywork education

Massage & Bodywork

Skillful touch.
Meaningful care.

Build your practice through integrative bodywork, professional ethics and thoughtful client care. Find a starting point or deepen the skills you already bring.

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Learning with purpose

A pathway that grows with you

From your first practical techniques to advanced assessment, our bodywork pathway brings knowledge, confidence and human connection together.

Foundation

Integrative Bodywork Foundations

For beginners and career changers: anatomy, body awareness, practical techniques and the foundations of responsible client care.

Advanced

Advanced Integrative Bodywork

For practising professionals: refine techniques, develop treatment plans and strengthen communication through case discussions.

Professional

Certification & mentoring

Build towards practical assessment and professional feedback, with one-to-one mentoring to support your continuing development.

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Thoughtful technique. Attentive client care.

Your learning journey

Explore the bodywork pathway

Choose a level to see the focus and practical details. Confirm the next intake and final arrangements with the Academy.

Integrative Bodywork Foundations

Beginner · In person · Amsterdam · From €1,450

Explore consultation, body mechanics, client positioning, hygiene, practical techniques and professional boundaries. The programme includes practical training, a printed manual, learning materials and ongoing learning support. Teaching is in English; other languages are available on request. Duration and intake dates will be confirmed with your enquiry.

Advanced Integrative Bodywork

Intermediate / advanced · 4 days (32 hours) · From €1,650

Deepen your approach to client assessment, session planning and advanced techniques. Case discussions, practical supervision and professional communication support practice refinement. Training materials, a certificate and community access are included. Contact us to discuss prior experience and the next intake.

VELOURA Professional Certification

Professional pathway · Tuition to be announced

Demonstrate your skills through practical assessment, skills evaluation and professional feedback. Certification recognises successful completion of VELOURA Academy programme requirements. Ask us which training and assessments apply to your pathway.

Beyond the classroom

Keep learning.
Stay connected.

Grow through personal professional mentoring, masterclasses and an international community. One-to-one mentoring supports career planning, client communication and confidence, with sessions of 60–90 minutes from €150.

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Before you begin

A few useful details

Speak with the Academy
Is this right for my experience?

Foundations is designed for beginners and career changers. Advanced training is intended for existing practitioners; we will help you choose a level suited to your experience.

When can I join, and what does it cost?

Contact the Academy for the next confirmed dates, availability and full course details. Where tuition is listed above, it is a starting fee. Fees and durations for unannounced programmes will be shared with their release.

Can I study online?

The Online Academy is coming soon, with plans for video lessons, downloadable resources, self-paced study and live webinars. Ask us about launch updates and current in-person options.

Will I receive a certificate?

Certificate requirements depend on the programme. VELOURA Professional Certification is a separate structured pathway involving practical assessment and professional feedback. Confirm the certificate included with your chosen course before registration.

Your next chapter

Build confidence in your hands

Tell us about your interests and experience. We will help you find the right next step.

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