Julia graduated from the Oxford School of Massage in 2005, and has been working as a massage therapist in New Zealand, performing a range of holistic and deep tissue treatments. She now co-ordinates Hair & Beauty Apprenticeships within the Oxford & Cherwell Valley College, where she has also gained qualifications in Nutrition and Health and Conflict Management.
Judith Earnshaw
Judith Earnshaw developed the OSM method of massage, after using massage in 1980 when working with people with learning disabilities and later with MS. Judith then went on to establish OSM in 1988, as a centre of excellence for massage training, that would combine technical skill with a real sensitivity and awareness of the more subtle aspects of healing work.
Mark Higgins
Mark qualified with the Oxford School of Massage (OSM) in 1988, before going on to the West London School of Therapeutic Massage to take further courses in Sports Massage and Aromatherapy. He has been teaching with the Oxford School of Massage since 1990. As well as his role as principal of the school and tutor he owns and runs the Oxford franchise of Neal's Yard Remedies.
Sarah Toplis
Sarah qualified with the Oxford School of Massage in 2009 with a distinction. She has since set up her own practice in Abingdon which is proving to be very successful with both private clients and the corporate sector. Sarah previously worked in Training and Development for 15 years and has an extremely strong background in facilitating the learning experience, making it appropriate and fun for those involved. She discovered a love for Anatomy and Physiology whilst undertaking her own diploma and has joined Oxford School of Massage to share her passion for the topic . Sarah has also completed courses in Advanced Facilitation & Training Skills, Counselling and Presentation Skills.
