Bodyfeet

What Bodyfeet does

Bodyfeet is a Swiss private professional school, founded in 1984/1985 and headquartered in Thun, that delivers accredited training in naturopathy, manual therapy, and complementary medicine. The school operates nine campus locations across Switzerland and is a subsidiary of Vantage Education Group; it holds the eduqua Swiss quality label and maintains EMR (Erfahrungsmedizinisches Register) and ASCA (Schweizerische Stiftung für Komplementärmedizin) registrations, which allow its graduates to bill complementary-medicine services through Swiss health insurers. The company's primary customer segments are aspiring therapeutic professionals seeking accredited certification and practicing therapists pursuing continuing education.

The core curriculum comprises a 150-hour Medical Foundational Education program, an 84-hour (6-module) Visceral Therapist track, Spiraldynamik Basic Move courses co-developed with Spiraldynamik Akademie Zürich, Touch for Health modules distributed via Apamed (Jona), and a broader catalog of single-module continuing-education courses. Bodyfeet has extended its surface through three sub-brands: Bodyfeet (core training), Bodyfeet Plus (extended education), and Bodyfeet Praxis (an in-house therapy center). For 2026 the school has announced 36+ new courses, indicating an active catalog expansion. Course delivery is supported by an LMS, an online booking system, and standard digital marketing channels (website, Google Ads, Meta Ads, email), with Sanasearch serving as a lead-generation partner.

Bodyfeet's revenue model is course-fee based, with individual course prices ranging from CHF 50 for short webinars to CHF 3,090 for the full Visceral Therapist program; typical single-course pricing sits in the CHF 275-755 range. Supplemental revenue comes from corporate information events and therapy services delivered through Bodyfeet Praxis. The business model is pay-as-you-go with no evidence of subscription contracts or enterprise anchors, and the operating footprint is small (1-10 reported employees), with the broader platform resources coming from its parent, Vantage Education Group.

Name

Bodyfeet

Legal name

Bodyfeet AG

Website

https://bodyfeet.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Bodyfeet is a Swiss private professional school operating nine campuses that delivers EMR- and ASCA-accredited training in naturopathy, manual therapy, and visceral therapy for aspiring and practicing therapeutic professionals across Switzerland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Complementary Medicine Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Massage Therapy & Bodywork (EDAOALAH)

Keywords

• Naturopathy training
• Manual therapy education
• Complementary medicine courses
• Therapeutic massage certification
• Vocational health training

Headquarters

HQ city

Thun

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Course and Training Fees: Primary revenue from enrollment fees for educational courses and training programs. Fees vary by course type, duration, and format. Single courses range from CHF 50 (1-hour webinars) to CHF 3,090 (full Viszeral Therapeut training). Most courses are charged per participant with materials included.
2. Professional Services - Consultation: Personal consultation services offered at branch locations for prospective students to learn about massage programs and school offerings.
3. Corporate Training: Information events and orientation sessions for prospective students to learn about training opportunities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Bodyfeet AG is a Swiss vocational school that delivers modular training programs, diploma courses, and continuing education in naturopathy and manual therapy, including a 150-hour Medizinische Grundlagenausbildung, federal diploma programs (TEN, APM), Viszeral Therapeut training, Spiraldynamik Basic Move, Touch for Health, and over 30 specialized courses. Programs are designed to meet EMR and ASCA guidelines so graduates can obtain Swiss health insurance recognition for their therapeutic practice.

Product overview

Bodyfeet is a Swiss professional school for natural medicine and manual therapy that operates as a platform of educational offerings rather than a unified software product. The core offering includes modular training programs (such as the 150-hour Medical Foundational Education and 84-hour Visceral Therapist program), single courses, and webinar series. Supplementary platforms include Bodyfeet Plus (advanced programs) and Bodyfeet Praxis und Therapiezentrum (clinical services). The 2026 offerings feature 36+ new courses spanning osteopathic therapies, energy work, kinesiology, aromatherapy, hypnotherapy, and various manual therapy techniques. The institution operates multiple locations across Switzerland and is part of the Vantage Education Group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bodyfeet Plus: Extended education offerings in complementary and alternative medicine therapies
• Bodyfeet Praxis

Products and services

• Medizinische Grundlagenausbildung (Medical Foundational Education) 150-hour foundational medical training program aligned with EMR and ASCA guidelines, providing fundamental medical knowledge for a career in naturopathy and manual therapy.
• Viszeral Therapeut (Visceral Therapy Training) Six-module training program (84 hours total) in visceral therapy covering upper abdomen, lower abdomen, pelvis, and musculoskeletal integration, leading to certification as a Visceral Therapist.
• Spiraldynamik Basic Move Modular training program offered in cooperation with Spiraldynamik Akademie Zurich, covering anatomical-functional movement concepts across six body regions (foot, hip/knee, pelvis, head/neck, shoulder, hand/elbow), leading to the official Spiraldynamik Diploma Level Basic MOVE.
• Touch for Health Foundation module in kinesiology teaching muscle testing, reflex points, meridian techniques, and emotional stress relief exercises, with certification pathway from the International Kinesiology College (IKC).
• Akupressur - Wundermeridiane Ren Mai und Du Mai Two-day course on acupressure focusing on the Ren Mai and Du Mai extraordinary vessels, covering acupuncture points, energy harmonization, and treatment of Yin/Yang imbalances.
• Integration manuelle osteopathische Therapien - Praxistage (Practical Days) One-day practical course series on treating common conditions (sacrum/L5 back pain, hip complaints, sciatica, headaches, hand/arm pain) using osteopathic approaches.
• Craniale Fasziale Therapie (Cranial Fascial Therapy) Two-day course on cranial fascial therapy for treatment of head, jaw, and ENT dysfunctions, covering fascia distortion techniques and manual therapeutic approaches.
• Thorax-Outlet-Syndrom aus osteopathischer Sicht Two-day course on thoracic outlet syndrome treatment from an osteopathic perspective, covering biomechanics, affected soft tissues, and nerve/blood/lymph pathways.
• PNF-Methode (Propriozeptive Neuromuskuläre Fazilitation) Two-day introduction to the PNF method covering history, philosophy, application areas, basic techniques, and movement patterns for shoulders, pelvis, legs, and arms.
• Gua Sha One-day course on traditional Chinese medicine Gua Sha technique for promoting health, vitality, and internal balance through targeted scraping movements.
• Metamorphose (Metamorphosis) Course Series Five-course series on the Metamorphosis technique after Robert St. John, covering foot treatment, hand/head treatment, coarse/fine-matter journey, element harmony, and gland balance.
• Hypnose und Therapie (Hypnosis and Therapy) Webinar Series Webinar series on medical hypnotherapy covering mental blocks, hypnotherapy for children/adolescents, phobias, pain management, and addiction treatment.
• Sportkinesiologie (Sports Kinesiology) Course on sports kinesiology covering 14 sport-specific muscle tests, meridian system basics, stress reduction techniques, sensory integration, and structured coaching protocols.
• Aromamassage (Aromatherapy Massage) Course Series Two-course series on aromatherapy massage covering essential oils, carrier oils, rhythmic-energetic massage techniques, and advanced applications including chemical compositions and custom blend preparation.
• Astromedizin (Astrological Medicine) Two-day introduction to astrological medicine covering planet-metal remedies and their therapeutic applications for depression, exhaustion, and psychosomatic conditions.
• Frisch von der Leber weg - Was Organe erzählen Course on how organs express emotions and techniques for supporting organ vitality and health through body exercises, energetic impulses, and targeted touch.
• AyurWomen (Ayurvedic Massage for Women) Ayurvedic full-body massage course for women covering Marma points, Nadis, Prana activation, and structured treatment approaches for exhaustion, stress, and inner restlessness.
• Osteopathische Behandlung des Fibromyalgie-Syndroms Course on osteopathic treatment of fibromyalgia syndrome, covering differentiation between myofascial, fibromyalgia, and trauma-related pain syndromes with integrated massage, osteopathy, and acupressure approaches.
• Psychoonkologie (Psycho-oncology) Two-day course on psycho-oncology for supporting cancer patients, covering psychological reactions, communication strategies, crisis intervention, and resource activation.
• Die 5 Säulen der Gesundheit (The 5 Pillars of Health) Two-day course on a holistic health concept integrating conventional medicine, natural medicine, and consciousness-based approaches across five pillars: awareness, body, mind, emotions, and responsibility.
• Wenn Genesung stagniert - mentale Blockaden erkennen und lösen Seminar on recognizing and resolving mental blocks that impede recovery, covering how thoughts affect healing processes and practical breath/mental exercises for stress release.
• Online sichtbar - Webauftritt und Marketing für Therapeuten Seminar on optimizing web presence and marketing channels for therapists, covering SEO, Google Ads, Google My Business, social media, and cost-effective marketing strategies.
• Energiearbeit (Energy Work) Course Series Course series on energy work covering energy perception, body scanning, universal energy connection, and remote/distance healing techniques.
• Bodyfeet Plus Separate branded training platform offering complementary courses and advanced programs in natural medicine and complementary therapies.
• Bodyfeet Praxis und Therapiezentrum Practice and therapy center operated as a Bodyfeet sub-brand, offering hands-on therapeutic services to the public.
• Integrative Manuelle Osteopathische Therapien Course Series Comprehensive course series covering visceral therapy, functional nerve mobilization, thoracic outlet syndrome treatment, and cranial fascial therapy for holistic body treatment.
• Neu im Angebot 2026 (New Courses 2026) Catalog of 36+ new courses introduced for 2026, spanning energy work, osteopathic treatments, Bach flowers, endometriosis/PCOS, endocrine disruptors, Shiatsu, Spiraldynamik, and various therapeutic techniques.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Vantage Education GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company and strategic partner overseeing Bodyfeet as part of a larger educational group. Vantage Education Group provides corporate governance and strategic direction for the school network.
• Spiraldynamik Akademie, ZürichcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership for Spiraldynamik Basic Move training. Bodyfeet offers the complete modular program in cooperation with the Spiraldynamik Academy in Zürich. Students completing all modules can obtain the official Spiraldynamik Diploma Level Basic MOVE.
• Apamed, JonaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school arrangement where Bodyfeet refers students for Touch for Health modules 2-4 to Apamed in Jona. This extends the Touch for Health certification pathway available to Bodyfeet students.
• SanasearchminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-marketing partnership with health practitioner platform Sanasearch. Kathrin Lehner, co-founder and CEO of Sanasearch, contributes to Bodyfeet's marketing strategy course for therapists.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Spiraldynamik Akademie: Zurich-based academy specializing in Spiraldynamik movement education and partner of Bodyfeet for the Spiraldynamik Basic MOVE program. Comparable as a niche specialist in functional movement and bodywork training in Switzerland.
• Upledger Institute International: Internationally recognized provider of craniosacral therapy training. Comparable as a specialist educator in a manual therapy modality that overlaps with Bodyfeet's Craniale Fasziale Therapie offerings.
• Apamed: Swiss partner school in Jona that delivers Touch for Health modules 2-4 referenced through Bodyfeet's referral arrangement. Comparable as a small specialty school for kinesiology and complementary therapy training.
• Paracelsus Schulen: Largest German-Swiss chain of naturopathy and complementary medicine schools. Operates multiple Swiss locations and offers overlapping curriculum in Heilpraktiker training, massage, and CAM modalities—directly competing for the same aspiring therapeutic professionals in the DACH region.
• Samuel Hahnemann Schule: Swiss professional school specializing in naturopathy and homeopathy training. Operates in the same regulatory environment (EMR/ASCA) and serves a similar segment of aspiring natural medicine practitioners.
• SAKE Bildungszentrum: Swiss training center for kinesiology and energetics, directly competing with Bodyfeet's Touch for Health, Sportkinesiologie, and Metamorphose offerings. Serves a similar segment of practicing and aspiring therapists in Switzerland.

Regional players

• Ecole Européenne de Naturopathie: European naturopathy school operating primarily in French-speaking markets. Comparable as a regional vocational training provider in complementary medicine that addresses an adjacent geography to Bodyfeet's German-speaking Switzerland focus.

Broad incumbents

• Esalen Institute: Long-established US center for massage, bodywork, and holistic health education with a 50+ year brand comparable in legacy and curriculum breadth to Bodyfeet, though operating in a different regulatory environment.
• Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz Bildungszentrum (Bern): Swiss Red Cross education center offering broader healthcare and nursing training across Switzerland. Comparable as a multi-location institutional healthcare educator with national reach, though focused on mainstream rather than complementary medicine.

Others

• Kneipp-Bund: German association promoting Kneipp therapy (hydrotherapy, herbal medicine, movement, nutrition, lifestyle) with associated training programs. Thematically adjacent as an ecosystem participant in natural medicine education in the DACH region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/bodyfeet

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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