Sheffield, United Kingdom

Language: English

Deborah Wade taught this in-person infant massage instructor training in Sheffield, UK in October 2026, with the course delivered in English. If you missed it, check the upcoming trainings for the next course near you, or learn about the steps to certification.

Who this training is for

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 Sheffield gives you plenty of time to practise the strokes, ask questions and receive direct feedback from Deborah Wade.

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

Inside the training

The programme follows the internationally recognised IAIM curriculum: the massage strokes, the reasons behind them, and the communication skills you need to guide parents with confidence. You will explore how nurturing touch supports bonding and secure attachment, and look at the evidence behind the benefits of infant massage for babies and their families.

What happens next

Your learning continues after the final day. You will complete a practical certification with real families and a written assignment, with guidance from Deborah Wade, before qualifying as a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI). You can then teach in private, group, hospital and community settings across the UK, and keep developing through continuing education.

Interested in a future training?

This course has finished, but new trainings are added to the IAIM calendar all the time. To hear about Deborah Wade’s next course, get in touch. You can use the Contact Trainer button on this page or email hovebabymassage@googlemail.com.

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