Overview
This course offers:
- Direct training from Sally Kay, the creator of the RLD technique
- Evidence-informed methods developed specifically to support lymphatic health
- A small-group, practical learning environment
- A technique increasingly used across cancer care, integrative therapies and wellbeing services
- Skills that can complement existing practice and broaden the support you offer clients
RLD is recognised for its ability to make a meaningful difference to those living with lymphoedema — and this course equips you with the competence and confidence to deliver it well.
Key information
Delivery type
Two full-day, in-person workshops
Saturday 31 January 2026 & Sunday 1 February 2026
09:30–16:30 both days
Delivery style
- Demonstrations
- Hands-on practice
- Instructor-led sessions
- Small group learning
Held at:
The Christie Education Centre
550 Wilmslow Road, Withington, Manchester, M20 4BX
Duration
2 days
Experience level
Experienced practitioners
What to expect
Reflexology Lymph Drainage (RLD) is an award-winning, evidence-informed reflexology technique designed to support lymphatic health and help reduce lymphoedema after cancer treatment — particularly following breast cancer surgery and radiotherapy. It is also increasingly used to support clients with other common non-cancer-related conditions involving lymphatic congestion.
This two-day practical workshop, led by RLD founder Sally Kay, offers a rare opportunity to learn this pioneering method directly from the practitioner who developed it. The course teaches a unique sequence of reflexology techniques delivered via the feet, designed to stimulate lymphatic flow, reduce swelling and improve wellbeing.
Through demonstrations, supervised practice and guided hands-on learning, you will:
- Explore the theory behind RLD and the lymphatic system
- Learn the full, accredited RLD sequence step-by-step
- Practise techniques in small groups with expert guidance
- Understand how to assess, record and evaluate client outcomes
- Consider how to adapt RLD safely for cancer and non-cancer settings
This is a highly practical and clinically meaningful workshop for reflexologists wanting to expand their therapeutic toolkit.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate the full RLD sequence confidently and safely
- Understand the physiological principles behind lymph drainage reflexology
- Tailor RLD for clients with lymphoedema or lymphatic-related concerns
- Apply appropriate record-keeping, monitoring and evaluation techniques
- Integrate RLD into your wider reflexology or therapeutic practice
Who is it for?
Applicants must have:
- A minimum UK Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology (or equivalent with Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology)
- At least one year of professional therapeutic experience
- Evidence of qualifications (required upon booking confirmation)
Applicants who do not meet the standard requirements may be considered on a case-by-case basis and may be asked to complete the Understanding Cancer: For Integrative Therapists & Healthcare Professionals course first.
How to book/learn more
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