Michael Gibbons MAMP, CST, IIST, IHBC, IIHHT
College Principal
Michael Gibbons, MAMP, CST, IIST, IHBC, IIHHT
Michael Gibbons is the College Principal and co-founder of the College of Classical Massage, established in 1999. He is a highly experienced and respected Bodywork Practitioner and Teacher. Michael has been working as a practitioner since 1992 and has trained in many techniques.
Michael began his career with training in Body Massage and Sports Massage, and went on to complete a four-year training at the McTimoney College in Abingdon, Oxford, qualifying as a McTimoney Practitioner in 1999. He has since expanded his skillset with training in Biodynamic Cranio-Sacral Therapy, Thai Yoga Massage, Remedial and Deep Tissue Massage, and Aromatherapy.
In addition to his clinical work, Michael is a trained Adult Education Teacher and has taught Holistic and Sports Massage, along with a wide range of Advanced Massage courses. He also lectured for over a decade on the Foundation Degree in Complementary Healthcare at Sussex Downs College, validated by the University of Brighton.
Drawing from his extensive training and clinical experience, Michael now specialises in Structural Rebalancing and healing bodywork. He considers himself a well-rounded and integrative therapist, committed to providing high-quality, ethical, and client-centred care.
Michael is a member of the Association of McTimoney Practitioners (MAMP) and remains deeply passionate about both his teaching and clinical practice. He takes great pride in supporting students in their professional development and sharing his knowledge and experience.
For enquiries or appointments, Michael can be contacted on:
07949 674524:
Jo Kellett TIDHA CIMI MIFPA
Aromatherapy and Pregnancy Tutor
Jo Kellett TIDHA CIMI MIFPA
Tisserand Institute Diploma of Holistic Aromatherapy
Certified Infant Massage Practitioner
Member of the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists
Jo graduated from the Tisserand Institute of Holistic Aromatherapy in 1996 and set up in private practice. She returned to The Tisserand Institute in 1999 to teach Essential Oil Therapeutics and remained there until its close in 2004. Whilst at the Institute she trained to teach baby massage with the International Association of Infant Massage. She also teaches on the Neal’s Yard Remedies
Aromatherapy Diploma and teaches massage at Institute of Traditional Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy. In 2010 she obtained accreditation from IFPA to teach CPD, and offers courses throughout the year. She is currently employed as Tisserand’s’ Essential Oil Expert and advises on blends and development for new products. Jo has lectured on the benefits of Aromatherapy and has had articles published in America, Taiwan and the UK on the benefits of aromatherapy. She is a contributing author to ‘Aromatherapy for Health Professionals 4 th Edition’ and is currently writing a book on baby massage. She appears regularly on the Chrissy B Show talking about using essential oils to support well being Jo runs her own private practice, from the seed aromatherapy in Brighton, East Sussex
Ben Gibbons
Massage and Sports Massage Tutor
Ben qualified in ITEC Body Massage from the College of Classical Massage in 2015 and has since gone on to expand his expertise in Structural Rebalancing, Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, and Onsite Chair Massage. He has also completed additional training in Counselling and Strength & Conditioning, enhancing his well-rounded, client-centred approach to bodywork.
With over 10 years of full-time clinical experience—including five years as the in-house Sports Therapist at a busy chiropractic clinic—Ben has worked with a wide variety of clients, from those recovering from injury to individuals looking to optimise their physical performance and wellbeing.
Ben is passionate about his practice and dedicated to helping others achieve balance, recovery, and improved quality of life through personalised, evidence-informed therapy.
He is now proud to be part of the teaching faculty at the College of Classical Massage, where he teaches Introduction to Massage workshops, the Classical Body Massage Diploma course and the Sports Massage/Structural Rebalancing qualifications, sharing his knowledge and supporting the next generation of massage therapists.
Sophie Pritchard ITEC Diploma
Massage Tutor
I initially trained, 9 years ago, at The College of Classical Massage (based in Brighton) under College Principal Michael Gibbons. I then further developed my skills training in:
✔️Diploma in Sports & Injury massage 2010
✔️Pregnancy massage
✔️On-site massage
✔️Myofascial Release
✔️Reiki 1
✔️Bach Flower Remedy courses 1 & 2.
I am a member of the Complementary Therapists Association (CThA)
Anne Marie Rose ITEC, IIHHT, MFHT
Administrator
Anne Marie Rose is our extremely efficient and organised administrator that supports all the courses and workshops we run. She has been working as the College Administrator since 2016 and assists with the many aspects of running a busy complementary therapy college. She is an essential and valued member of our team.
Anne Marie is also a highly qualified practitioner in the Bath area and has a loyal client base. She runs her own private practice, Rose Holistic Treatments, in Bath, offering massage and reflexology, and has previously trained in Deep Tissue Massage with Michael Gibbons at the College.
Molly Gibbons BA, ITEC Massage, ITEC Sports
Social Media Manager
Molly is the Social Media Manager for the College of Classical Massage, bringing creativity, clarity, and connection to the college’s online presence. Alongside her digital role, Molly is a passionate and dedicated Massage Therapist with a thriving private practice based in West Sussex.
Qualifying in 2024, Molly has trained extensively in a wide range of therapies including Classical Body Massage, Sports Massage, Structural Rebalancing, Deep Tissue Massage, Onsite Chair Massage, Indian Head Massage, Hot Stone Therapy, and Holistic Facials.
In addition to her private clinic, Molly works at the MS Centre, where she provides tailored treatments to support clients with complex and long-term conditions. Her warm, compassionate approach and broad skillset allow her to work effectively with a diverse range of clients.
Molly is committed to delivering high-quality, therapeutic bodywork while also helping to grow and strengthen the College’s digital outreach.
Molly can be contacted for appointments on:
Mob: 07715 503117
Elaine Gibbons Adv.LicAc, AAC BAF
College Manager
Elaine Gibbons has been the College Manager and co-owner of the College of Classical Massage since 2000. With a lifelong passion for health and wellbeing, Elaine brings a wealth of experience and a calm, grounded presence to both the clinic and college environment.
A fully qualified Traditional Acupuncturist since 1993, Elaine runs a thriving practice in Brighton and West Sussex, where she supports clients in achieving balance and long-term wellness through holistic, personalised care.
Elaine plays a vital role in the smooth running of the college, offering support to students, tutors, and the wider team.
Nadia Al-WaggA MAR
Reflexology Tutor
Nadia first experienced reflexology whilst travelling in Bali and was impressed with the knowledge the practitioner had of her health at the time by only touching her feet. On her return to Bath she decided to study reflexology and also took courses in massage and aromatherapy. After completing these she worked at the spa in the Royal Crescent Hotel and set up her own practice at home. After reading about the Hawaiian massage Lomi Lomi she traveled to Hawaii to take a course and work at a retreat centre initially for 3 months. This became an extended stay of 12 years during which she continued to practice at the retreat centre where reflexology remained her passion. When a massage training was set up she taught the reflexology component over 5 years. Since her return to England 6 years ago she has been working in a Steiner school and is very happy to continue her teaching of reflexology and sharing the knowledge and experience she has gained over the past 21 years.
Anna Lane
Tutor
Anna Lane has been a qualified massage therapist since training with the College of Classical Massage in 1999.
Since then she has gone on to work in the industry, where she works in 2 clinics in East Sussex alongside chiropractors and sports massage therapists.
Anna now has her own Treatment Tent company that she takes to festivals, corporate days and events. Anna’s love of massage leads her to teach, turning practical skills into knowledge and understanding of the human body.