Swedish Massage vs Deep Tissue Massage
Both styles share the same core strokes. The difference lies in pressure, pace and purpose.
Swedish massage
Long flowing strokes, kneading and gentle percussion at light to moderate pressure, aimed at relaxation and circulation.
Deep tissue massage
Slower strokes and sustained pressure that reach deeper muscle layers, with constant client feedback to stay within comfort.
Which should students learn first?
Swedish massage. It builds the body mechanics, rhythm and pressure control that deeper work depends on.
Part of one comprehensive programme
This topic is taught inside the unified Massage Skool Institute study programme, not as a separate course.