Ottawa, ON, Canada

Language: English

This four-day in-person infant massage instructor training in Ottawa, ON, Canada runs 1–4 June 2027 and is led by IAIM Trainer Sylvie Hétu. If you are deciding whether this course is right for you, read how to become a Certified Infant Massage Instructor, from training to certification, or browse the instructor training FAQs. Can’t make these dates? IAIM also offers an IAIM instructor training in Cornwall starting 24 November 2027 and a live online IAIM instructor training (Canada) starting 16 November 2026.

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 Ottawa gives you plenty of time to practise the strokes, ask questions and receive direct feedback from Sylvie Hétu.

• Format: In person in Ottawa
• Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada
• Language: English
• IAIM Trainer: Sylvie Hétu
• 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. Sylvie Hétu 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 Canada for ongoing support.

Reserve your place

Places are limited, so get in touch with Sylvie Hétu early. You can use the Contact Trainer button on this page or email shetu@securenet.net. Want to know more about the people who lead these courses? Meet our IAIM Trainers.

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