
The Barefoot Therapists Journey

My journey into holistic therapies began in 2001 with reflexology. What started as curiosity quickly became a lifelong passion — an ever‑growing love for holistic bodywork. I moved on to study massage, Thai massage, and many other modalities, each one deepening my understanding of how the body and spirit communicate.
I’ve cherished every step of this learning path — the inspiring lessons and the challenging ones alike — taking something valuable from every teaching style and experience. When the opportunity arose to begin teaching, I embraced it wholeheartedly and discovered how much I love guiding others on their own therapeutic journeys.

Over the years, I’ve experienced a wide range of teaching styles, both as a student and a tutor. These experiences have shaped my commitment to providing quality, hands‑on training that builds confidence and genuine skill. My aim is always to help therapists feel grounded, capable, and connected to their craft — just as I do when I step barefoot onto the path of healing.

Barefoot Therapist Training Mission
At Barefoot Therapist Training, we believe that learning should be felt as much as it’s understood. Our mission is to provide practical, grounded training that builds confidence through repetition, rhythm, and real‑world touch. We focus on developing muscle memory, treatment flow, and intuitive technique — the kind of embodied skill that only comes from hands‑on practice.

By welcoming learners who already hold a Level 3 qualification in body massage or its equivalent, we ensure a shared foundation in anatomy, physiology, and consultation. This allows our courses to stay laser‑focused on mastering Thai Massage — its structure, its spirit, and its flow.

Our teaching style is down‑to‑earth and reliable, rooted in experience rather than theory. We aim to create a learning environment that feels calm, supportive, and deeply connected to the craft. Through this approach, our students grow into therapists who can confidently offer Thai Massage as part of a diverse, holistic practice — bringing balance, presence, and authenticity to every treatment.

Support beyond training
At Barefoot Therapist Training, learning doesn’t end when the course does. We believe that true mastery grows through connection, repetition, and shared experience — so support will always be there for those who need it. Our tutors remain available throughout the home‑study phase and continue to offer guidance after qualification, ensuring every therapist feels confident and supported as they integrate Thai Massage into their practice.
Beyond training, our vision is to build a community of therapists who uplift one another — exchanging treatments, sharing insights, and keeping each other balanced. This network of mutual support helps every member stay grounded, inspired, and continually developing their skills. It’s not just about learning a technique; it’s about belonging to a circle of practitioners who walk the same barefoot path of care and growth
Barefoot Therapist Training is committed to providing quality skills for your practice.

“I love my job, I get to help people feel better every day, I also love sharing my skills and knowledge with other therapists, watching them fall in love with my favourite treatments”
Kerry/ The Barefoot Therapist
The Team

Kerry Longworth (The Barefoot Therapist)
Founder & Tutor

Natalie Wilkinson
UK tutor – Evolve Massage Training