Welcome to the Blind Massage Netherlands training program!
Congratulations on your decision. You are about to begin something meaningful. It will be a true transformation — you are not only learning a profession, but you will be developing yourself as a massage therapist. You will train your hands, your concentration, your posture, your breath, and your awareness. And you might end up on national television as well (click here to see our 3 minute documentary on Gambia national TV)!
Massage is not only about what you do.
It is also about how you are while you do it.
Over the next 10 weeks, you will gradually prepare yourself for the live training. If you follow this program with discipline and curiosity, you will arrive confident and ready.
Please work carefully and consistently. Take your time. Listen deeply. Feel honestly. Take notes for yourself. And share your insights and questions with the others, and with me.
This is a system with a structure, you can do this by yourself, in your own pace and time. I've compiled and gathered the videos here for you, so you always have the latest versions. Do not share this page with others; this is exclusively for training participants!
All videos are tested by blind participants, so you should be able to follow most of it by yourself. But it might be handy if someone is around to help you out.
Start with the end in mind: Listen to this guided meditation: with the light energy of a precious waterfall and visualize your future as a massage therapist: click here.
How to Work With This Program
- Begin ideally 10 weeks before the live training
- Choose a quiet space where you will not be disturbed
- Wear comfortable clothing
- Keep a notebook or voice recorder nearby
- Participate physically — do not only listen
Before starting each session:
- Sit or stand still.
- Take three slow breaths.
- Place your attention in your hands.
- Ask yourself: How do I feel right now?
10 weeks before the course: Motivation & Breathing
First, listen to my introduction: click here.
Then reflect on this question:
Why do you want to become a massage therapist?
Speak your answer out loud. Record it. Listen back to your own voice. Then send it to me.
Read about the success stories of previous participants: click here.
Next:
- Follow the body awareness and breathing session (±50 minutes). Actively move with the instructions. If needed, ask someone nearby to assist you safely: click here
Then complete the full body workout (±25 minutes): click here.
After finishing, grab a voice message for yourself answering:
- What did you feel in your body?
- Where did you feel resistance?
- What surprised you?
9 weeks before the course: Anatomy in movement, Hand massage
Follow the anatomy and activating stretches session (±45 minutes): click here.
When studying bones and muscles:
- Touch the area on your own body while listening.
- Trace the structure slowly with your fingers.
- Say the names out loud.
Begin daily self hand massage: click here.
Each day:
- Apply oil slowly.
- Massage each finger separately.
- Notice texture, temperature, small differences.
- Work in silence.
Your hands are your instruments. Train them with patience to become more sensitive and used to touch, touching and being touched.
Reflection for yourself:
Did your touch become more precise?
What changed in your hands?
8 weeks before the course: Relaxation and sleep
Stress is a main cause of many problems. It is good to learn to relax yourself. Before starting:
- Dim the lights or close your eyes.
- Lie down or sit comfortably.
- Let your breath slow down naturally.
During the session:
- Notice areas that resist relaxation.
- Do not force anything.
- Simply observe.
Follow the deep relaxation session (±40 minutes): click here.
Afterward ask yourself: How does relaxation influence me, my concentration and well being?
7 weeks before the course: Fascial awarenes
Fascia is the tissue that surrounds muscles, ligaments bones, organs etcetera. As you move:
- Slow down your tempo.
- Feel the stretch beneath your skin.
- Notice connections between distant areas of your body.
You as a massage therapists must learn to feel continuity — not separate parts, flexibility and stiffness and connection. That starts with feeling yourself.
Follow the fascia session (±30 minutes): click here.
Reflection:
What did you learn about tissue layers?
Did you experience connected movement?
6 weeks before the course: Concentration and foot massage
In the following video I will explain more about various forms of concentration and how to become better in it. During the exercises:
- Notice when your mind wanders.
- Gently bring it back to the task.
- Observe without judgment.
Follow the session about concentration (±42 minutes): click here.
Start regular foot massage practice.
When massaging:
- Feel the weight of the foot in your hands.
- Adjust your pressure slowly.
- Listen to feedback from the body you are touching.
Follow the instructions on the video: click here. Continue daily foot and hand massage.
Reflection:
Has your touch changed? Is it more precise?
Are you more patient?
After this class and massage exercise, please answer the following questions and leave a voice message on Whatsapp:
1. How did you experience the classes so far? What did you feel in your body?
2. How do you experience the hand and foot massage? What do you feel in your body?
3. What have you learned as a future massage therapist?
4. Do you have any questions or do you want to know something more?
7 participants of the course in Bonaire showing their diploma.
Picture in an article of Yoga International about the succesfull massage therapists oversees
and how they "See with their hands".
5 weeks before the course: Neck, shoulders, and nerve pathways
In the following video I will explain more about the nerve pathways and how to move them. While moving:
- Move slowly and consciously.
- Notice tingling or subtle sensations.
- Compare left and right.
You as a massage therapists must learn to distinguish fine differences.
Follow and participate in the nerve pathway session (±40 minutes): click here.
Reflection:
What did you understand about nerve mobility?
What did you feel?
4 weeks before the course: Posture and facial massage
In the following video I will explain more about the way to move and stand as a massage therapist.
Stand still and check:
- Weight distribution on your feet.
- Alignment of knees and hips.
- Length of your spine.
- Position of your shoulders.
Study and practice the various standing postures (±15 minutes): click here.
Want to know how to work on the ground: check out this video on moving and positioning around a person in a treatment on the ground (6 minutes): click here
Practice facial massage gently, use minimal pressure, move slowly and notice your breathing while touching your face: Click here.
3 weeks before the course: Stress release and core anatomy
In the following video I will explain more about a method to get rid of stress in your body.
Follow and participate in the stress and trauma release session (±30 minutes): click here.
While studying bones and muscles:
- Touch each structure on your own body.
- Repeat the names out loud. Repetition through hearing strengthens memory.
- Visualize the shape and direction.
Listen to the section on the most important bones: click here.
Listen to the section on the most important muscles: click here.
You do not need perfection — but you do need familiarity. Getting to know, feel and describe the most important parts of the human body. They form your landmarks when you give a massage treatment to someone.
Reflection:
- Where did you feel stress accumulated in your body?
- What structures can you clearly locate?
- Where do you need repetition?
2 weeks before the course: Massage structure and techniques
Repeat the full body workout. Take around 25 minutes, grab a mat and do the exercises in a private space. Participate actively with this complete body work out: click here.
We will work according to a treatment schedule in the training. Study the massage sequence carefully: click here.
Listen and then explain in your own words in a voice message or e-mail to me:
- What is effleurage?
- What is pétrissage?
- What are tapotements?
- What is the logical order of a full body treatment?
When explaining: Imagine you are teaching someone else. Speak clearly.
1 week before the course: Presence and final review
Review key bones: click here and muscles: click here.
Answer:
- How many lumbar vertebrae does a person have?
- Where do the long back muscle attach, to what part of the skeleton structure?
In the following video (around 40 minutes) I will explain more about "How do you stay present, alert and relaxed during a massage treatment": click here.
Finally, reflect again on your motivation:
Why do you want to become a massage therapist — now?
How have you changed over these 10 weeks?
Send your final reflection before the live training begins. Discuss it (record a WhatsApp message) or send your answers to: paul@triskal.org
During and after the training
During the training, we will apply everything practically and step by step.
You will receive:
- A structured manual for classical, sports and relaxation massage
- Additional videos
- Supporting documentation
Our goal is clear:
To prepare you to work responsibly, safely and confidently with your own clients.
I believe that with discipline, attention and practice, you can build a meaningful profession — regardless of visual impairment.
You are not starting from zero. You are developing what is already within you. You can fulfill your potential!
I am really honored and happy to meet you in person and share some of my knowledge, experience and love for massage when we meet.
Warm regards,
Paul
Leo and Paul will help you after the course with questions regarding practical aspects.
Additional materials
I offer this extra material for you to use if you wish.
Breathing exercises: for extra focus and oxygen in your blood:click here.
Ohm chanting: to keep you connected to the Source: click here.
Skull polishing breath: click here.
Gain inner strength with the bandas: click here.
Balancing breath: click here.
Relaxing breathing: click here
Full breath: click here.
Please do this meditation at least one more time: Start with the end in mind: Listen to this guided meditation: with the light energy of a precious waterfall and visualize your future as a massage therapist: click here.
Follow up courses
After the basic course we offer a second, third and fourth year of massage as well. They are divided into the following components:
- Wellness +
- Shiatsu
- Foot reflexology
Once you've caught the massage bug and are already practicing, it can be helpful to further develop your skills. We offer various follow-up options.
Wellness+
The Wellness+ training consists of a collection of modules that will help you as a massage therapist, whether at home, at a spa or resort, or in a wellness setting. It is a 9 day course and may contain the following components: holistic pulsing, lomi lomi massage, working on the joints, cupping/Guashua and fascia treatment, ayurvedic massage, acupressure.
Shiatsu
The Shiatsu training teaches you to work with the energy pathways in the human body. Shiatsu literally means "finger pressure." Using this finger pressure, you'll learn to treat the meridians. The training is very practical, so you'll learn how to integrate these techniques into your massage practice to treat your clients even better!
This training is taught by Paul and/or Eelko.
Foot Reflexology
In the Foot Reflexology training, you learn to work with the reflex zones in the feet. This training is taught by Bianca.
You can also create your own program and discuss it with us. We can then offer it at our location in Spain, in Melissant, or in your area. Send me a message!
New horizons will open up for you!
