Manchester

Language: English

From 15–18 April 2027, IAIM Trainer Deborah Wade teaches this four-day in-person IAIM infant massage instructor training in Manchester. The course is taught in English. Before you book, see what it takes to become a Certified Infant Massage Instructor and check the answers to common training questions. Can’t make these dates? IAIM also offers a live online IAIM instructor training (UK) starting 17 May 2027 and an IAIM instructor training in London starting 1 June 2027.

Who can take part

You do not need a background in massage to join. Most participants come from health, social care, education or therapy roles, and many are parents who have experienced infant massage with their own children and now want to teach it to other families. Training in person in Manchester gives you plenty of time to practise the strokes, ask questions and receive direct feedback from Deborah Wade.

• Format: In person in Manchester
• Location: Manchester, England, UK
• Language: English
• IAIM Trainer: Deborah Wade
• Qualification: Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI), after completing certification

What the course covers

Over the course you will work through the IAIM 15-point core curriculum created by our founder, Vimala McClure. You will learn the full infant massage routine, how to teach it to parents rather than massaging babies yourself, and how to adapt each stroke as a baby grows from birth to one year. Time is also given to babies born prematurely and babies with additional needs.

Becoming a certified instructor

After the course you begin your certification: you teach a five-session series to families in your community, reflect on your experience and complete an open-book exam. Deborah Wade supports you throughout, and once certified you become a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI). As an IAIM member you can then rely on the IAIM chapter in the UK for ongoing support.

Book your place

Have a question before you book? Deborah Wade will be happy to help. You can use the Contact Trainer button on this page or email hovebabymassage@googlemail.com. If these dates do not suit you, browse all upcoming IAIM trainings worldwide.

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