Fijian Massage Course Syllabus

Goals:

Understanding of concept of:

• History of FIJIAN massage
• Benefits of FIJIAN massage
• Equipment needed for FIJIAN massage
• FIJIAN massage for sports injuries

Objectives:

At the completion of this class the participants will be able to identify, describe, and perform:

• Basic uses of the foot to maximize deep pressure for beneficial therapy
• Demonstrate proper FIJIAN massage technique
• The use of correct body positioning
• Properly complete a full session of FIJIAN massage

Format:

Lecture, discussion, video and "feets-on"

Method of Measuring Achievement:

• Instructor observation of proper technique, body positioning, communications skills and demonstration of applied knowledge
• Written final exam (optional)

Student Advanced Certification Requirements:

Give 25 Fijian massages with 3 evaluations

• Completion of three case studies