Lessons

Shantala baby massage lessons

Group lessons

Group lessons take place at Het Knooppunt


The maximum size of the group is six babies and their parents or caregivers. Grandparents are also welcome to participate with their grandbabies. 


It is possible to organize a course for a group you have formed yourself. For example, with fellow mothers from your prenatal class. Feel free to contact me to discuss the possibilities to hold a course at Het Knooppunt or another location of your choice.


  • The 4-day baby massage course consists of four weekly lessons and each lesson is 90 minutes. The course is €99 (excluding BTW).
  • If you sign up with a friend who participates with his/her baby, you both receive a 10% discount.


Prices include

  • a reader with all the massage techniques,
  • massage oil during the lessons, and
  • use of a Tummy tub.


Group lessons take place when a minimum of three participants have registered.


Private lessons

Private lessons are given in the comfort of your own home. 


It is possible to customize lessons to your unique situation. Feel free to contact me to discuss the possibilities. 


  • The 3-day baby massage course consists of three weekly lessons and each lesson is 60 minutes. The course costs €169 (excluding BTW).
  • Partners or a grandparent can partipate with a 50% discount.


Prices include

  • a reader with all the massage techniques,
  • massage oil during the lessons, and
  • use of a Tummy tub.

What to bring & expect

Complementary topics covered during lessons

We also cover extra topics that promote bonding, relaxation, and body and self-awareness.  


These include

  • grounding and relaxation exercises for the parent,
  • methods to carry your baby in a supportive manner,
  • reading your baby's body language,
  • additional techniques for tummy cramps,
  • Dunstan baby language, and
  • use of essential oils.



What to bring:

  • a large bath towel & a bath cape
  • extra diaper & diaper change supplies
  • a bottle or baby food as needed


What to expect:

Each lesson builds on the other. At the end of the course you will be able to perform the full Shantala baby massage. 


Each successive lesson begins with new techniques followed by a review of the techniques covered in the previous lesson. After the massage, the babies have an opportunity to soak in a Tummy Tub. 


We end the lesson together with a cup of tea and opportunity to ask questions and share experiences with other parents,

Baby Foot Reflexology Lessons 

Group or private

Group lessons to learn baby foot reflexology also take place at Het Knooppunt. 

The maximum size is six babies and their parent or caregiver. 


  • The 3-day baby foot reflexology massage course consists of three weekly lessons and each lesson is 45 minutes. The course costs €59 (excluding BTW). 
  • If you sign up with a friend who participates with his/her baby, you both receive a 10% discount.


Group lessons take place when a minimum of three participants have registered. 


Private lessons

  • The 2-day private baby foot reflexology course consists of two weekly lessons and each lesson is 45 minutes. The course costs €99 (excluding BTW). 
  • Partners or a grandparent can partipate with a 50% discount.


Prices for group and private lessons include a reader with visual aids and explanation of the foot reflexology points and massage oil during the lessons.

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