Prenatal Massage Training, Level 1
Training dates for 2027 TBDWhat to Expect During the 20 hr intensive:
Join a 5 day hands on training with Pilar Chandler in an intimate group. Learn the specific anatomy & physiology of pregnancy through each trimester & gestational phase while learning the skills & protocols to support with massage.
This training is for massage professionals only, or those with other licenses to touch (medical doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors, nurses, midwives).
❋ Intentional StructureWe’ll be together from 10am - 5pm,
Classes will include lectures on the anatomy /physiology & specialty needs of pregnancy. Hands on demonstrations of the massage techniques are given each day with hands on practical skills. You will be practicing on your fellow cohorts each day, for embodied learning, receiving & giving.
❋ Personal AttentionOur intimate class size allows for hands on direction & training while developing a deep connection with your cohort.
❋ Expert FacilitationPilar is a master massage therapist, working with hands on bodies for nearly 30 years . She taught massage therapy professionally for thousands of students throughout Orange & San Diego counties for over 10 years at Healing Hands School of Holistic Health. She has developed unique & effective methods for supporting pregnancy that bring real support, balance & care to thousands of women throughout her career.
❋ A Supportive SpaceOur events prioritize comfort, safety, and respect—so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the process.
Learn unique techniques to support pregnancy that set your skills apart from other therapists.
Expand your skills as a bodyworker…
Each day will start with didactic learning. We’ll watch Pilar give a demonstration of the skills to learn for the day. We’ll practice the skills by receiving the treatment & giving the treatment.
Early pregnancy; first trimester anatomy, physiology, & challenges. Protocols & skills for first trimester treatment.
Day 1: Second trimester, anatomy, physiology, challenges. Protocols & skills for second trimester treatment.
Day 2:Third trimester anatomy, physiology, & challenges. Protocols & skills for third trimester treatment.
Day 3:Overveiw of anatomy & physiology. Review of skills & practice
Day 4:Review of technical skills. Community practicum
Day 5:FAQs
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We’ll meet from 10am - 5pm each day with an hour lunch break.
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Certification is offered to those who are in attendance for the complete training.
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After the completion of the training and practicum you will have a certificate of completion which will state the hours of the training. You can then submit this to the organization for their review.
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Each day we will meet at Pilar’s Wellness Collective
1001 W. 17th st, suite R, Costa Mesa, Ca 92627