Paris, France

Language: French

From 12–15 October 2027, IAIM Trainer Christel Boudignon teaches this four-day in-person IAIM infant massage instructor training in Paris, France. The course is taught in French. 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 an IAIM instructor training in Montpellier starting 23 November 2027 and an IAIM instructor training in Bayonne starting 23 November 2027.

Who can take part

The training is open to anyone who works with babies and families: midwives, nurses, health visitors, doulas, physiotherapists, early-years educators and childminders, as well as parents who would like to share infant massage in their community. No previous massage experience is needed. Training in person in Paris gives you plenty of time to practise the strokes, ask questions and receive direct feedback from Christel Boudignon.

• Format: In person in Paris
• Location: Paris, France
• Language: French
• IAIM Trainer: Christel Boudignon
• Qualification: Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI), after completing certification

What you will learn

You will learn how to teach parents to massage their own babies in a way that respects the baby’s cues and invites them to take part. The sessions cover the complete IAIM massage sequence, relaxation and attachment, easing colic and wind, and how to plan and lead classes in your own setting, all rooted in the philosophy of Vimala McClure.

After the training

Once you have finished the training, you join IAIM as a member and work towards certification with Christel Boudignon’s support. Certified instructors teach parents in homes, clinics, hospitals and community centres, and many go on to give talks, run in-service sessions or, after years of experience, train as IAIM Trainers themselves.

How to book

To reserve your place, or to ask about fees and course materials, contact Christel Boudignon directly. You can use the Contact Trainer button on this page or email christel.boudignon@massage-bebe-formation.fr. You can also compare other dates and locations on the upcoming trainings calendar.

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