AIPA-Empowering Spa & Massage Professionals Since 2011

Key Information

APPLICATION DEADLINE
12 Dec, 2025
COURSE DATE
5 Nov & 15 Dec, 2025
Duration
21 Days
TUITION FEES
NRs. 67,500/-
USD $650.00
Credit Hours & Modules
180 credit hours
3 Core Modules
Timing 
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Course Overview

This course is perfect for learners aiming to start or grow a therapeutic career in the spa and wellness industry.

Learn foundational strokes, advanced pressure techniques using forearms, elbows, and knuckles, and how to target key pressure points effectively.

You’ll learn three key modules:

  • Swedish Body Massage,
  • Deep Tissue Massage; and,
  • Ayurvedic Body Massage.
AIPA students performing Deep Tissue Massage

Aim of the Course & Learning Outcomes

Learn to assess body tension, pinpoint stiff muscles, and deliver effective stress- and pain-relieving massage sessions.

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Confidently perform Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Ayurvedic massages.
  • Identify stiff muscles and tailor treatments
  • Assess clients’ body anatomy and stress levels
  • Organize safe, hygienic, and professional massage sessions
  • Demonstrate client consultation and communication skills
  • Maintain clients' safety, hygiene, and ethical standards in a spa environment.

Course Modules

  • Module 1: Swedish Body Massage (60 hrs)
  • Learn the foundation of all massage therapies — suitable for all age groups.
    Effleurage • Petrissage • Friction • Tapotement • Vibration

  • Module 2: Deep Tissue Massage
  • Learn to use your forearm, elbow, and knuckles for deeper pressure work, targeting the fascia and deeper muscle layers — ideal for athletes and clients with chronic pain.

  • Module 3: Ayurvedic Body Massage
  • Learn traditional methods focusing multiple pressure points on spine and using medium thumb pressure.

AIPA Stundents Performing Deep Tissue Massage

Course Structure

Mode of Study: in-person practical & theory sessions.
Assessment: Observation, Q&A, exam, and guided practice.
OJT/Internship: May be offered after completion.

This program consists 80% practical and 20% theoretical sessions.

  • Taught by CIDESCO-Certified Instructor
  • Assessment by Certified Assessor
  • Internationally Recognized Curriculum

Career Outcomes

Massage Executive, and / or Assistant Massage Therapist

Pre-Requisites

Age & literacy: Minimum age usually 18; ability to comprehend English or Nepalese language.
Prior qualification: No formal prior massage qualification is required.
Health: Physically fit for practical training.

Who Should Join:

  • Entry-level tourism & hospitality graduates.
  • Spa attendants aiming to upskill
  • Beauticians adding massage services.
  • Yoga and fitness instructors seeking to enhance expertise

Before You Join!

Perspective students are invited to observe the ongoing class, before enrollment, to help you decide and see our training methodology.

If you would like to meet us, we are located at Basundhara Rd. (Next to Kantipur Dental College). View our location map or call us at 977-01-4988041 or 9818167441

Call Now
AIPA- Nepal's Spa Academy

    Free Course Assessment

    Find out your options for Course by completing a free online assessment.