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Cupping Massage Mastery (Udemy.com)

Master Silicone Cupping in 2025: Become the Go-To Therapist for Chronic Pain Relief

4.6
1,010 reviews

Created by: Morgan Sutherland

Last updated March 2022

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This is a short course, about 75 minutes across 38 lectures, aimed at licensed massage therapists and other bodyworkers who want to add silicone cupping to their sessions. About 29 minutes sit in one section of 23 technique clips, followed by brief walkthroughs for the shoulder, forearm, hips, calves, quads, knee and shins. It lists a professional license and an anatomy and physiology course as requirements, so it is not a starting point for hobbyists. Contraindications, cupping marks and room setup get a lecture each.

Reviewers like how direct it is. The words that come up are clear, simple and no fluff, and an acupuncturist said they picked up techniques to take into their own practice. Morgan Sutherland gets credit for real hands-on skill and for using proper muscle and direction terms. The complaints are consistent too. Several people say the demos move very fast, which feels odd for a relaxing massage, and some clips do not say which condition a technique treats. One reviewer reported a repeated video and a last clip with no voice over. Another found the notes hard to get at.

The most serious criticism is a one-star review from an acupuncturist, who says the course teaches that soap, hot water or diluted Listerine is enough to sanitize cups, and that a high level disinfectant is needed. Treat that as one reviewer's claim, and check current sanitation rules yourself, since the course was last updated in March 2022. Still, about 91 percent of the 1,010 ratings are four or five stars. It works as a quick visual primer for working professionals, not as a full education in cupping.

Best forLicensed massage therapists and bodyworkers who want quick, clear demos of silicone cupping to add to sessions.
Skip it ifYou want slow, detailed teaching, the science behind cupping, or guidance on cup disinfection to clinical standards.

Pros

  • Technique section has 23 short clips, so you can rewatch one stroke quickly
  • Reviewers call it clear and concise, with proper muscle and direction terms
  • Covers rotator cuff, forearm, hips, quads, knee, calves and shin splints
  • An acupuncturist reviewer said they learned techniques for their own practice

Cons

  • Demos move fast, and reviewers say it feels rushed for relaxing massage work
  • Some clips do not say which condition a technique is meant to treat
  • Last updated in 2022, and one reviewer disputes its cup sanitation advice
Information is clear and concise without any extra fluff. Proper muscle names and positional/directional (medial, lateral, dorsiflex, etc) are used.
Sara Apel, a student

Listed for all levels, but it requires a license and an anatomy course, so it suits working bodyworkers, not beginners.

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What you will learn

  • Elevate your massage practice and confidently stand out from the crowd by mastering silicone cupping therapy
  • Take your massage skills to the next level with over a dozen cupping techniques that unlock better results
  • Master step-by-step cupping treatments for rotator cuff strain, tennis elbow, knee pain, low back pain, and sciatica
  • Keep your athletic clients performing better and injury-free with effective sports injury protocols for the lower extremities
  • Expand your client base and work with a wider variety of conditions by mastering a versatile healing modality
  • Effortlessly explain cupping marks & apply safety protocols
  • And so much more...

Course content

13 sections · 38 lectures · 1.3 hours of video 18 quizzes, 3 articles

  1. 1Introduction 1 free preview1 lecture · 2 min
  2. 2A Word About Cupping Marks 1 free preview1 lecture · 1 quiz · 3 min
  3. 3Cupping Contraindications1 lecture · 1 quiz · 1 min
  4. 4Supplies and Room Set Up1 lecture
  5. 5Cupping Massage Techniques 4 free previews23 lectures · 8 quizzes · 29 min
  6. 6Cupping for Rotator Cuff1 lecture · 1 quiz · 4 min
  7. 7Cupping for the Forearms & Hand1 lecture · 7 min
  8. 8Cupping for the Hips, Hamstrings & IT Band2 lectures · 1 quiz · 12 min
  9. 9Cupping for the Calves & Feet 1 free preview2 lectures · 1 quiz · 5 min
  10. 10Cupping for the Quads & Adductors2 lectures · 2 quizzes · 5 min

Who it is for

The instructor says it suits

  • The ideal student for this course is a massage therapist, bodyworker or other health professional who wants to learn a fun and versatile healing modality to add to their tool box of techniques.

What you need before you start

  • The only pre-requisites for joining the course are that you're a professionally licensed healthcare professional or bodyworker and have completed a course in Anatomy and Physiology.

How it compares

Against the other 662 rated Udemy courses in Health & Fitness on CourseDuck:

  • Rating4.6 out of 5higher than 49% of them
  • Reviews1,010#138 of 663 by number of reviews
  • Length1.2 hoursshorter than 82% of them
  • Last updatedMarch 2022earlier than 68% of them

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Course Description

Discover the Secret to Deeper, More Effective Bodywork with Silicone Cupping


Welcome to Cupping Massage Mastery, the online course that has helped over 3,445 students enhance their effectiveness as bodyworkers. This course is ideal for massage therapists, bodyworkers, and health professionals aiming to elevate their skills, grow their practice, and revolutionize their approach to bodywork.

As a massage therapist, your hands are your most valuable tool. The repetitive motions and deep pressure of massage can cause strain, injury, and fatigue, limiting your ability to provide the best care to your clients.

By mastering the innovative silicone cupping techniques taught in Cupping Massage Mastery, you can offer more effective treatments while protecting your hands from strain and fatigue.

Cupping therapy has been used for centuries to increase blood flow, release muscle tension, and reduce inflammation. Silicone cups make cupping more versatile and accessible than ever.

In this comprehensive course, you'll learn:

  • How to integrate modern silicone cupping into a massage session

  • Over a dozen cupping techniques, including Myofascial Release, Reverse Cross Fiber Friction, and Trigger Point therapy that enhance results beyond deep tissue massage alone

  • Step-by-step treatments for chronic pain conditions like rotator cuff strain, tennis elbow, knee pain, low back pain, and sciatica

  • Effective sports injury protocols for the lower extremities to keep athletic clients performing better and injury-free


Your Instructor:

Morgan Sutherland, a certified massage therapist for over 25 years, has successfully combined deep-tissue massage and cupping to treat chronic pain and sports injuries since 2005. Morgan has worked with Olympic gold medalists and professional athletes and is excited to share his expertise.


Cupping Massage Mastery is perfect for you if you want to:

  • Learn a versatile healing modality for deeper work without causing discomfort to clients

  • Save your hands from strain, injury, and fatigue while growing your practice

  • Stand out in the crowded marketplace by mastering a proven healing modality favored by Olympic gold medalists, professional athletes, and A-list celebrities

This course is designed to be simple and applicable, even for those new to cupping therapy. You'll confidently apply cupping safety protocols, understand common contraindications, and explain cupping marks to clients, ensuring they return and refer their friends.


Ready to transform your massage practice and leave your clients speechless?

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your skills, impress your clients, and achieve outstanding results.

Enroll in Cupping Massage Mastery today and start your journey toward mastering cupping massage techniques that will keep your clients coming back for more.
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Instructor Details

Morgan Sutherland

Since becoming a professional massage therapist in 2000, Morgan has consistently helped thousands of clients manage their back pain through deep tissue work, cupping, and stretching. In 2002, I began a career-long tradition of continuing study by being trained in Tuina—the art of Chinese massage—at the world-famous Olympic Training Center in Beijing, China.

As an orthopedic massage therapist, I specialize in treating chronic pain and sports injuries and helping restore proper range of motion. In 2006, I became certified as a medical massage practitioner, giving me the knowledge and ability to work with physicians in a complementary healthcare partnership.

Despite my 20 years of experience massaging clients who are dealing with low back pain, when the tables were turned, and I was the one who injured my back… it wasn't massage that healed my back pain... instead, it was a series of highly targeted exercises!

Inspired by my experience reversing my severe low back pain and fueled by a vibrant enthusiasm to share these exercise routines with anyone who has back pain, I began researching how to quickly cure back pain at home. I learned a wealth of information, which inspired the creation of my online course, Low Back Pain Relief Secrets which anyone can use to eliminate low back pain, improve bad posture, and get better sleep. 

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By Wanda Herriman on 6/20/2026

This course was clear with it's content info. I assume the videos fast pace was to keep the course hours down? It was a little disconcerting to watch such a fast paced massage and passive movements. But overall it was an easy course to traverse through.

By Julie De Ernsted on 3/25/2024

Great course but the notes are difficult to access. It would be nice to have the whole lot ready to print prior to watching the videos. I would have liked to have more details on some of the techniques used as to know which condition would benefit from using certain ones. It was described but more details would have been useful. I would recommend any bodyworker to do this training. Very useful and will extend your career!

By Christina Brown on 2/15/2024

I love how the instruction is simple & direct where I can go over any areas that need more follow up !! I feel this course is both enjoyable & educational meeting my goals for mastery skills !! Well done !!

By Josh Larimar on 12/20/2020

good job with simple overview and outline of contraindications

By Olga Di Giambattista on 12/13/2020

This course was great. The demonstrations and instructions were clear and easy to follow. It was a wonderful introductory course to cupping with silicone cups.

By Yukiko Monceaux on 11/27/2020

It was very informative and easy to follow. I found myself loving more about silicon cups after I completed this course. I can't wait to try the new skills I learned to my clients.

By Derek Campbell on 11/25/2020

Great course and easy to follow along.

By Amy Hutchinson on 11/22/2020

Fairly repetitive at times but overall good description. Wish it went into a bit more detail about what to avoid, I think that's an important part of the program. Ensuring clients don't hurt a client!

By SANDRA White on 11/7/2020

Ive been cupping for a while but never thought of it on the forearms and shins - very informative! Ill be using the cups there also!

By Carole Clery on 11/4/2020

Completly satisfied!

By Alyssa Beard on 11/2/2020

Awesome course!! So excited to get started with all these new techniques!!

By Vanessa C. Hernandez on 10/25/2020

This was great! Instructor explained everything very well.

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Cupping Massage Mastery
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  • Video Duration: icon 1.2h
  • Price: $15.99
  • Provider: icon Udemy
  • Updated: icon March 2022
  • Level: All Levels All Levels
  • Language: icon English
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  • Lectures:38 in 13 sections
  • Practice:18 quizzes
  • Students:3,556
  • Subtitles:1 language
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