Discover our immersive massage training in Cornwall

WELCOME TO NEXT WAVE THERAPY

  • Treatments

    Exceptional massage treatments in Cornwall. Join in the studio in North Cornwall or Amy will meet you at your holiday home for a day! Great for groups, hens and families on holiday.

  • Level 3 Diploma Massage Training

    Join us at our stunning beach side home in Cornwall for an immersive learning experiences to gain your internationally accredited, Level 3 Diploma in Massage.

  • Travel & Retreats

    Whether you join us on a training or a carefully curated yoga retreat, we guarantee the highest standards and service so yo can relax and have fun.

What makes us unique?

We run our Level 3 Diploma Massage Therapy training as fully immersive, residential experiences where you get to devote your time and energy to nothing but your learning - that’s why we call them ‘training retreats’ . And, it works.

No clock watching, no bringing a packed lunch and no travel to and from each day, getting stressed in traffic or forgetting something you needed. Instead you get to enjoy the delicious food of our in house chef, access to everything you need, morning yoga classes and evening beach walks because, hey, there’s no where else you have to be. But the best part, is you get to actually be with your training companions, create friendships and a genuinely supportive community.

We have taken away the need to rush or have anything else to think about for the full duration of your training.

Your learning experience is at the forefront of everything we do and we want to be as transparent as possible.

The Next Wave Massage Therapy syllabus has been constructed in a way to give you the the perfect amount of everything you need to become a confident massage therapist while also running accordance with the highest accreditation standards from International body, ThinkTree. Your qualification allows you to seek employment almost anywhere in the world, gain insurance and take part in CPD courses of your choosing. 

DATES & AVAILABILITY

March 8th to 16th 2025

Six spaces remaining

May 11th to 19th 2025

Five spaces remaining

November 16th to 24th 2025

Six spaces remaining

We may be biased, but we think it's the best job ever!

  • Perfect up skill for yoga teachers and current fitness professionals.

  • Create your own business to work from home or explore the world.

  • Set your own schedule and have more freedom. 

  • Have a genuinely positive impact on peoples lives.

  • Be able to work in spas, clinics or part of therapy teams. 

  • Meet new people and have a wonderful community.

Why become a massage therapist?

What’s the difference between us and ITEC qualifications?

Discover the answers to our most commonly asked question!

Our Training Location

Join us in Cornwall to start a new career, create your own business or develop a substantial extra ‘side’ income, in an industry that directly makes positive change in peoples lives.

With the wild Atlantic Ocean and beaches of North Cornwall only a 10 minute walk away, our training retreat venue creates the perfect blend of home from home comforts, luxury touches and space to relax. Our studio is a bright space with views out over the garden and everything you need to complete your internationally accredited Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy.

What Will You Learn?

Your learning experience is at the forefront of everything we do and we want to be as transparent as possible. The Next Wave Massage Therapy syllabus has been constructed in a way to give you the the perfect amount of everything you need to become a confident massage therapist while also running accordance with the highest accreditation standards from International body, ThinkTree. Your qualification allows you to seek employment almost anywhere in the world, gain insurance and take part in CPD courses of your choosing. 

  • The art of consultations and great communication to assess your client and create the perfect treatment for them. 

  • Skills and techniques to complete a full body massage, head to toe!

  • How to link and flow your new skills to create a wonderful treatment that escapes the ‘routine’!

  • Holistic, deep tissue and 'no hands' techniques.

  • Contra-indications and ways to adapt your treatments to your clients needs. 

  • Adapting treatments for pregnancy, minors and the elderly including seated massage. 

  • How to use massage to treat stress and work with the nervous system.

  • Anatomy, physiology & pathology - we get creative and make this fun and applicable to your work.

  • After care, booking and re-booking your clients to grow your business. 

  • Self care, posture and delivery that keeps your safe and working for years to come.

  • And so much more!

The Restorative Retreat

South West France

Autumn 2025

Join me for a 6 night yoga retreat dedicated to slowing down, and finding pleasure in the simple things.

Our annual Restorative Retreat is leaving Cornwall for the first time and making it’s home at a stunning location in the countryside of South West France.

  • Gentle Yoga, mindful movement and meditation.

  • Incredible food.

  • Plenty of time to relax and unwind.

  • Walks and places to explore from the venue.

  • All inclusive, including airport transfers.