Business Details
41 Years
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Bayly School Of Reflexology - Promoting Reflexology Excellence Since 1985
The Bayly School Of Reflexology was founded in 1985 to champion the practice of reflexology as a professional complementary therapy. As a representative body, we promote the Bayly method of reflexology through education, membership support, and industry advocacy. Our dedicated team combines decades of expertise to maintain high professional standards while fostering innovation in reflexology practice. Through The Bayly School of Reflexology, our official teaching body, we deliver comprehensive training programs that have shaped thousands of practitioners. We provide members with insurance schemes, continuing professional development opportunities, and access to exclusive resources like our quarterly Footprints newsletter.Our board of directors ensures rigorous governance while maintaining a personal service approach to member support. We actively collaborate with regulatory bodies like the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council to advance reflexology's integration with conventional medicine. With over 40 years of experience, we remain committed to expanding reflexology's benefits globally through lectures, research initiatives, and community engagement programs.
Services
Reflexology Training
Membership Benefits
CPD Opportunities
Lecture Days
Research Projects
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of experience in reflexology education and professional representation
- Our personal service approach supports members throughout their professional journey
- We verify applications for CNHC registration, enhancing professional credibility
- We provide exclusive member benefits including insurance schemes and CPD opportunities
- Our board includes experienced practitioners with academic qualifications in reflexology
Associations and certifications
- Complementary and Natural Healthcare (CNHC)
- Integrated Healthcare Collaborative
Services
Reflexology Training
Our comprehensive reflexology training programs, delivered through The Bayly School of Reflexology, equip students with professional qualifications recognized across the industry. With flexible learning options and experienced instructors, we prepare practitioners for successful careers in complementary therapy. Our courses maintain rigorous standards while adapting to evolving industry requirements.
Professional Membership
We offer four membership categories providing access to insurance schemes, promotional materials, and professional development resources. Members benefit from listing in our public register, quarterly newsletters, and exclusive job opportunities while maintaining adherence to our strict practice standards and ethical guidelines.
Continuing Education
Our continuing professional development opportunities include specialized workshops and lectures from leading experts in reflexology. These programs ensure practitioners stay current with industry advancements while fulfilling professional accreditation requirements through both in-person and online delivery formats.
Lecture Series
Regular lecture days feature expert speakers discussing contemporary reflexology topics, from inflammation management to emotional release techniques. These events combine academic rigor with practical applications, offering valuable insights for both practitioners and interested members of the public.
Research Initiatives
We actively support research projects investigating reflexology's effectiveness and applications. By collaborating with academic institutions and practitioners, we contribute to expanding scientific understanding while maintaining our commitment to evidence-based complementary therapy practices.
People
Nicola Hall
BRA President
Founder member of the BRA with over 40 years' experience in reflexology education. Director of The Bayly School of Reflexology, she has trained thousands of students while maintaining active clinical practice in Worcestershire.
Sally Edwards
BRA Chair
Qualified reflexologist with 20+ years' clinical experience in therapy centres and cancer care. Holds advanced academic qualifications in complementary therapies and has taught at university level while serving on the BRA board since 2014.
Philippe Mathon
BRA Treasurer
Reflexology practitioner since 2000 with additional qualifications in acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and yoga. Experienced BRA board member with six years' previous treasurer role, combining clinical practice in Fulham with administrative responsibilities.
Maria Langan
Lecture Day Co-ordinator
Reflexologist with 24 years' experience following a career in marketing and event management. Coordinates BRA lecture days while maintaining her private practice, bringing organisational expertise to educational events.
Linda Gilling
Board Member
Active BRA board member for over 20 years with 30+ years' clinical experience in reflexology and complementary therapies. Regular presence at BRA lecture days, providing continuity and institutional knowledge to association governance.
Questions
What qualifications do BRA members hold?
Ordinary members hold certificates/diplomas from The Bayly School of Reflexology, our official teaching body. Fellow members have demonstrated exceptional service to the profession.
How does BRA support professional development?
We offer CPD opportunities, lecture days, research projects, and insurance schemes while verifying applications for CNHC registration to enhance professional credibility.
Can non-members access BRA resources?
Non-members can subscribe to our Footprints newsletter for £25 annually and purchase lecture recordings, but membership is required for full benefits.
What career opportunities exist in reflexology?
Reflexologists can establish private practices, work in healthcare settings, offer mobile services, or combine reflexology with other complementary therapies for expanded career options.
How does BRA ensure practice standards?
We maintain rigorous membership requirements, handle disciplinary matters through our board, and collaborate with regulatory bodies like the CNHC to uphold professional standards.
What is the Bayly method of reflexology?
The Bayly method follows principles established by Doreen Bayly, focusing on systematic foot reflex mapping and holistic treatment approaches taught exclusively through our official teaching body.
