South Africa (Online Livestream)
Language: English
Led by IAIM Trainer Ronel Coetzee, this live online IAIM instructor training for South Africa takes place 9–12 February 2027. The course is taught in English. Not sure what happens after the training? Our step-by-step guide to becoming a Certified Infant Massage Instructor explains certification, and the training FAQs cover prerequisites and online study. Can’t make these dates? IAIM also offers an IAIM instructor training in Pretoria starting 18 February 2027 and an IAIM instructor training in George starting 2 March 2027.
Who should attend
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. Because the course is taught live online, you can take part from home, as long as you can join every session in real time with your camera switched on.
- Format: Live online (taught via live stream)
- Language: English
- IAIM Trainer: Ronel Coetzee
- Qualification: Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI), after completing certification
Your learning journey
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. Ronel Coetzee 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 South Africa for ongoing support.
Book your place
Contact Ronel Coetzee to book your place and receive the joining details. You can use the Contact Trainer button on this page or email ronel@ronelcoetzee.com. For general questions about IAIM, you can also contact the IAIM International Office.
