West Yorkshire

Language: English

In September 2026, IAIM Trainer Deborah Wade led this in-person IAIM instructor training in West Yorkshire, UK, taught in English. The course has now finished, but new dates are added regularly to our training calendar, and the training FAQs answer the most common questions about becoming an instructor.

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. Training in person in West Yorkshire gives you plenty of time to practise the strokes, ask questions and receive direct feedback from Deborah Wade.

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

What you will learn

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 training has now taken place. To ask Deborah Wade about future courses, get in touch directly. You can use the Contact Trainer button on this page or email hovebabymassage@googlemail.com. You can also see every scheduled course on the upcoming trainings calendar.

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