Richmond, VA, USA

Language: English

This four-day in-person infant massage instructor training in Richmond, VA, USA runs 3–6 December 2026 and is led by IAIM Trainer Marija Eanes. 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 a live online IAIM instructor training (USA) starting 14 January 2027 and a live online IAIM instructor training (USA) starting 22 January 2027.

Who should attend

Whether you already support families in your work or are taking a first step into a new role, this course gives you an internationally recognised qualification and a clear, respectful method for teaching parents. It suits health and childcare professionals, therapists and parents alike. Training in person in Richmond gives you plenty of time to practise the strokes, ask questions and receive direct feedback from Marija Eanes.

• Format: In person in Richmond
• Location: Richmond, VA, USA
• Language: English
• IAIM Trainer: Marija Eanes
• Qualification: Certified Infant Massage Educator (CEIM), after completing certification

What you will learn

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.

Certification and beyond

Once you have finished the training, you join IAIM as a member and work towards certification with Marija Eanes’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 Marija Eanes directly. You can use the Contact Trainer button on this page or email marija.eanes@infantmassageusa.org. You can also compare other dates and locations on the upcoming trainings calendar.

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