We are joining the Health and Wellbeing programme at ExCeL London this weekend. Our School Principal, Marc Innes, will present Oncology Massage: inclusivity for clients living with or recovering from cancer, and Joseph O’Dwyer, Director of Sport & Remedial Studies, will deliver a focused psoas masterclass.
If you plan to attend and would like to meet up, send a note via our contact form.
What to expect from Marc’s session
Marc will share practical ways to improve safe access to massage for people affected by cancer. The session builds on our teaching in the Oncology Massage and Cancer Care Diploma and our team training pathway, Oncology Massage for Beauty and Spa Therapy Teams.
New to this area and want the bigger picture first? Read our guide, Oncology massage training, benefits, and why it matters, then explore recent updates in Massage News and Guides.
Why this topic matters
Therapists often ask two key questions: can I treat someone with a history of cancer, and how do I adapt safely? Without clear training, services can become unintentionally exclusive. Our approach focuses on:
- Thorough intake and red flag awareness
- Positioning, pressure choices, and pacing for comfort
- Clear communication that supports informed consent
You can see how we take this into the community in our update, Oncology massage enrichment talk at Brighton MET.
Psoas masterclass with Joseph O’Dwyer
Joseph will lead a short, practical session on the psoas muscle, covering positioning, palpation and gentle release ideas you can apply in clinic. To get a sense of our hands on style, browse our CPD and short massage courses and our full massage courses page.
Learn with us after the show
- For individual therapists: start with the Oncology Massage and Cancer Care Diploma.
- For spas and clinics: see massage training for teams and the Oncology Massage programme for teams.
- Want another clinical angle Have a look at our Myofascial Release course.
Next steps
Have a question about suitability or entry requirements? Visit our contact page. Prefer to explore more first? Head to News and Guides for recent stories and case studies. We hope to see you at the event!
