Combined Baby Massage & Baby Yoga Instructor Training

Accredited Baby Massage & Baby Yoga Training for Individuals and Small Teams

Train as a professional baby massage AND baby yoga accredited instructor with one of the UK’s leading training providers. Hands on Babies offers flexible, high-quality baby massage & baby yoga instructor training in the UK, designed for individuals and organisations who want to support babies’ physical development, bonding and early interaction through movement and play.

With over 15 years of experience and thousands of trained students, our courses provide everything you need to confidently deliver engaging, safe and developmentally appropriate baby massage & baby yoga sessions.

While our training is UK-based, our accredited online courses are accessed by students internationally, allowing you to train from anywhere in the world.

Welcome to Our Online Baby Massage & baby Yoga Academy

Train At Your Own Pace to Become An Accredited Baby Massage & Baby Yoga Instructor

Our combined instructor training is delivered through our Online Academy, allowing you to:

Train to be a baby massage and baby yoga instructor from home, anywhere in the world
Learn at your own pace
Access structured, step-by-step video guidance
Build both theoretical knowledge and practical skills
Fit your training around work, family or other commitments
Gain recognised and fully accredited certification to practice
Dedicated 'real person' tutor to assist with your training

Our online course includes over 200 guided videos and resources, supported by detailed manuals and structured assessments. You can complete your training, become fully accredited as a baby massage & baby yoga instructor and begin delivering classes within a matter of weeks or take your time and work through the curriculum slowly - the choice is yours.

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Why Choose Hands on Babies

For almost two decades, Hands on Babies has been helping professionals, organisations and communities support families through practical, evidence-informed programmes focused on attachment, bonding, communication and development.

As one of the UK's leading providers of Pregnancy Bonding, Baby Massage and Baby Yoga Instructor Training, Hands on Babies delivers high-quality accredited training for individuals, Family Hubs, NHS services, Local Authorities, charities and professional teams.

With over 15 years of experience, we have trained thousands of learners and worked with Local Authorities, NHS Trusts, Family Hubs, national charities and independent practitioners, providing practical, evidence-informed training that supports parents, babies and early relationships.

Whether you are looking to train online as an individual or upskill a team within your organisation, our courses are designed to give you the confidence, skills and expertise to deliver meaningful, high-quality parent-facing sessions.

Reasons to train with Hands on Babies in baby massage and Baby Yoga

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What is the Combined Baby Massage and baby yoga course?

Our Combined Baby Massage & Baby Yoga Instructor Training Course gives you the opportunity to train in both highly complementary disciplines together — at a significantly reduced cost compared to booking the courses separately. Designed to provide a complete early years parent-and-baby programme, this combined pathway enables you to support families from the newborn stage right through to active walkers, creating valuable longer-term engagement opportunities for both instructors and organisations. Baby Massage and Baby Yoga work beautifully together.

Baby Massage focuses on:

Relaxation and calming
Nurturing touch and bonding
Responsive interaction
Emotional wellbeing
Early communication and connection

Baby Yoga then naturally progresses into:

Gentle developmental movement
Core strength and co-ordination
Physical milestone support
Songs, rhythm and interaction
Confidence, exploration and active play

Together, the two accredited programmes create a complete developmental and relationship-based pathway for families during the important first years of life. One of the biggest advantages of combining both disciplines is the ability to extend your services and maintain ongoing relationships with parents and babies over a much longer period of time.

Who Is This Course For?

Our accredited Combined Baby Massage & Baby Yoga Instructor Training is designed for anyone who wants to support babies, parents and early relationships through nurturing touch, communication and responsive interaction. Whether you are looking to start a new career, expand an existing role, deliver both Baby Massage & Baby Yoga classes within your community or enhance services within a Family Hub, NHS Trust or early years setting, this flexible training programme provides the knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed to begin teaching professionally.

Student completing the combined baby massage and baby yoga course with hands on babies training

Individuals

Professionals

Looking for a flexible new career to fit around family commitments
Looking for a career change or new direction
Who want to share the fantastic skill of baby massage & baby yoga with their local community
Mums who are passionate about nurturing babies and want to share that experience
No previous experience is required

Professionals

Early years practitioners who want to use baby massage & yoga techniques within their setting
Health visitors and midwives who want to share baby massage & baby yoga with their community of parents
Family Hub and children’s centre staff who want to engage with families early on
Massage therapists and yoga instructors who want to extend their practice

Everything you need is included

Your Training Includes:

Full Baby Massage Instructor Training Programme
Full Baby Yoga Instructor Training Programme
Step-by-step video tutorials and demonstrations
Detailed training manuals for both disciplines
Baby Massage and Baby Yoga Class Companions
Structured class plans and session guidance
Beginner and Advanced Baby Yoga routines
Baby Massage routines including specialist colic, wind and teething techniques
Songs, movement activities and relaxation ideas
Parent handouts and supporting resources
Guidance on safe practice, insurance and professional delivery
Practical advice on setting up and growing your classes
Flexible session formats for different ages and settings
Assessment guidance and certification support
Ongoing support and resources to help you confidently begin teaching

The combined course is ideal for instructors, practitioners and organisations looking to create a complete early years pathway for families — offering nurturing touch, movement, bonding and developmental support from birth through to toddlerhood.

Parent resources and class plans included.

Why Train with Hands on Babies

Unrivalled Accreditations and Endorsements

We have worked with recognised awarding bodies and sector partners to develop high-quality, trusted training programmes.

Tried and Tested Curriculum

Our courses have been refined through years of real-world delivery across a wide range of professional settings.

Choice and Flexibility

Train online at your own pace, or access tailored delivery options for organisational teams.

Exceptional Value Added Extras

Our training goes beyond core content, providing additional resources, tools and ongoing support.

Competitively Priced

High-quality training designed to deliver real value for both individuals and organisations.

Over the last 15 years, we have trained thousands of individuals — giving them the skills, confidence and knowledge to deliver high-quality sessions to families in their communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at cathcole@handsonbabies.co.uk if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Are the Course Accredited?

Yes. Both our Baby Massage & Baby Yoga Instructor Training is fully accredited and recognised by leading professional organisations and insurers.

Hands on Babies has been delivering instructor training since 2011 and has worked with NHS services, Family Hubs, Children’s Centres and national projects across the UK.

Will I be Able to Gain Insurance?

Yes. Our accredited certification enables students to apply for professional baby Massage & Baby Yoga instructor insurance with a range of specialist insurers. We also provide guidance within the courses around:

Insurance
Policies and paperwork
Safe practice
Professional delivery

Do I Need Previous Experience to Complete the Course?

No. You do not need to have previous experience. Our curriculum has been developed over the last 15 years to work for people whatever their professional background.

What is the Difference Between Baby Massage and Baby Yoga?

Baby Massage focuses on nurturing touch, relaxation and bonding through massage strokes.

Baby Yoga focuses more on:

Gentle developmental movements and stretches
Core strength and co-ordination
Physical milestone support
Songs, movement and interaction
Active parent–baby play and communication

Many instructors choose to offer both programmes together as a natural progression pathway for families.

How long does it take to complete the online course?

The course is fully self-paced, so completion time varies from person to person.

Some students complete the course within a few weeks, while others choose to spread the learning over a longer period to fit around work, family and other commitments.

Because the course is online, you can learn at a pace that works for you.

Is there a time limit to complete the course?

No. We understand that many of our students are balancing busy lives, work and family responsibilities.

That’s why our online training is designed to be flexible, allowing students to complete the course in their own time without the pressure of fixed deadlines.

How does the assessment process work?

Assessment is designed to be supportive and practical.

Students complete:

Short written coursework questions
Practical assessment elements based on the techniques taught throughout the course. The aim of the assessment process is to ensure that students feel confident and competent delivering Baby Yoga sessions safely and professionally.

Even though the course is online can I get support from a real person during the course?

Absolutely.

Although the course is delivered online, support from the Hands on Babies team is available throughout your learning journey.

If you need help, guidance or reassurance, you can contact us directly and a real member of our team will be happy to support you.

Do I have to pay for the course upfront?

We understand that training is an investment, so payment options are available. You can spread your training costs over 4, 6 or 12 months or pay in full on enrolment. Go to the Academy to choose your options: https://handsonbabies.thinkific.com/courses/baby-massage-instructor-training-course

Training For Organisations

Training for NHS, Local Authority & Family Hub Teams

Hands on Babies has extensive experience delivering training to professional teams across the UK. We have 15 years experience of supporting:

Family Hubs
Midwives and Health Visitors
Early years and childcare practitioners
Parent-infant and perinatal teams

We offer flexible training options to suit your individuals needs are happy to work with partners to produce bespoke programmes that work for you. This can include:

Tailored workforce development
Face-to-face training for teams of 6 or more (delivered at your setting)
Individual online staff enrolments
Cascade Train the Trainer Options for long-term sustainable staff development

Our programmes provide practical tools to support parent-infant relationships, bonding, communication and early development.

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Combined Accredited Baby Massage & Baby Yoga Instructor Training

Accredited Baby Massage & Baby Yoga Training for Individuals and Small Teams

Welcome to Our Online Baby Massage & baby Yoga Academy

Train At Your Own Pace to Become An Accredited Baby Massage & Baby Yoga Instructor

Why Choose Hands on Babies