Hand and Foot Massage Workshop

This workshop, offered by the White Willow Centre for Natural Therapies and Holistic Study, is perfect for anyone who would like to learn how to provide rejuvenating hand and foot massage treatments that enhance relaxation, relieve tension and promote a sense of well-being. From practitioners looking to enhance their offerings to parents and caregivers interested in learning a wonderful way of relieving stress, the Hand and Foot Massage workshop is designed to share the general wellness benefits of focusing on two often-overlooked areas of the body.

Participants will delve into techniques that target the hands and feet, recognizing their significance in overall well-being.

This workshop emphasizes the therapeutic effects of massage on these extremities, which are vital for daily activities and often bear the brunt of stress.Throughout the session, attendees will learn various massage techniques tailored specifically for the hands and feet.

Participants will acquire practical skills and gain a deeper appreciation for the therapeutic potential of hand and foot massage in everyday use. 

Desiree Marcotte, certified myomassologist (which includes reflexology, Swedish massage & other modalities) has been practicing in the Sudbury area since 2012, and is also a certified instructor.

You have the option to turn your training experience into an overnight self-care retreat at The Laughing Forest.

The one-day workshop takes place in Spanish, ON at The Laughing Forest.

Date: Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Hand & Foot Massage Workshop fee: $225 (no tax) $50 deposit required to secure your spot. Email Sari at friends@thelaughingforest.ca or call 705-662-1469 for info or to register.

Retreat option:

Give yourself some extra pampering during your learning experience by adding on an overnight stay, which includes a holistic, plant-based dinner and breakfast, decadent chocolate healthy desserts, an evening sound bath meditation and foot soak and hand and foot massage exchange, and learn how to do a lymphatic facial massage on yourself.

There is also the option to book a 30-minute holistic spa experience for $30 (Indian Head Massage, Craniosacral Therapy, Reiki, Swedish Massage or Reflexology) during your stay.

Cost of retreat option add on: $119 (plus tax).

Email Sari at friends@thelaughingforest.ca or call 705-662-1469 for info or to register.