International Council of Reflexologists

What International Council of Reflexologists does

International Council of Reflexologists (ICR) is a volunteer-run, membership-based international organization for professional reflexologists, headquartered at 142 Edmonds Road, Glenwood, South Africa. Founded in 1990 and self-described as the longest-serving international reflexology body, ICR operates across 22 countries through a network of 54 country coordinators and federated regional units, including an Ibero-American Co-ordination. Its mission is to provide a global forum for the exchange of information within the reflexology profession, to convene biennial international conferences, to run World Reflexology Week, and to confer recognition awards such as the Eunice Ingham Award and Humanitarian Award.

ICR's core product is its annual membership, which unlocks discounted or free access to a stack of educational offerings: biennial online conferences (most recently scheduled for September 26–27, 2026 with member pricing at US$45), A&P Refresher Classes (a 10-session Zoom series starting June 16, 2026, free to members and US$45 per session for non-members, with French/Spanish/Portuguese handouts), and master classes (free to members, US$75 for non-members). Supplementary products include the ICR Student Page, ICR Recognition Awards, a YouTube channel run by David Wayte, the Reflexology Resources site (reflexologyresources.com), and a humanitarian outreach effort coordinated with Humanitarian Reflexology Without Borders.

The revenue model is essentially that of a small professional association: recurring annual membership dues act as a subscription base, complemented by one-time conference registration fees and per-session transactional fees for non-members accessing educational content. There is no paid headcount, no disclosed fundraises, no technology integrations, and no AI capabilities; the platform footprint is limited to a WordPress website and Zoom-based delivery. Customer acquisition and event distribution are handled through the volunteer country coordinator network and organic digital channels (Facebook, website, email).

Name

International Council of Reflexologists

Legal name

International Council of Reflexologists

Website

https://icr-reflexology.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

International Council of Reflexologists (ICR) is a volunteer-run, membership-based organization founded in 1990 for professional reflexologists worldwide. It serves a global community across 22 countries via 54 country coordinators through biennial conferences, continuing education, World Reflexology Week, and recognition awards.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

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PRIMARYHSADAHAI

Reflexology

Home & Personal Services/Fitness, Wellness & Personal Training/Massage Therapy & Bodywork

SECONDARYHSALAFAM

Reflexology & Acupressure Services

Home & Personal Services/Personal Care & Beauty Services/Spa & Body Treatment Services

Keywords

• Reflexology professional membership
• Complementary therapy education
• Professional association services
• Online reflexology conferences
• Anatomy refresher training

Headquarters

HQ city

Durban

HQ country

South Africa

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees providing access to global forum, resources, events and member benefits
2. Conference Registration: Revenue from biennial international conferences; 2026 conference fees range from US$45-90 depending on membership status and registration period
3. Master Classes and Presentations: Anatomy & Physiology refresher classes and professional development sessions; US$45 for non-members, free for members
4. A&P Session Fees: US$45 per 90-minute A&P refresher session for non-members

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The International Council of Reflexologists (ICR) is a volunteer-run international membership organization serving practicing reflexologists. Its core offerings are annual membership, biennial international online conferences (next: September 26–27, 2026), and continuing education through A&P Refresher Classes and Master Classes delivered via Zoom with multilingual handouts. Supplementary activities include World Reflexology Week, recognition awards, and a student resource page.

Product overview

The International Council of Reflexologists (ICR) operates as a membership-based professional organization offering a unified ecosystem of products and services for the global reflexology community. The core offering centers on ICR Membership, which provides access to biennial ICR Online Conferences, World Reflexology Week events, and the Country Coordinator Network spanning 54 countries. Supplementary educational products include ICR Presentations (Master Classes and A&P Refresher Classes with Lee Anthony Taylor), the ICR Student Page with protocols and resources, and ICR Recognition Awards including the Eunice Ingham Award. Additional sub-products include community-driven resources like David Wayte's Reflexology YouTube Channel and the Reflexology Resources Website. The organization connects reflexologists globally through conferences, social media, and regional coordination, with no technology product integrations or AI capabilities identified.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ICR Annual Membership

Quantifiable outcome

• 54 country coordinators representing ICR worldwide
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• Humanitarian Reflexology Without BorderscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020ICR coordinator Jacques Gbadessi serves as international coordinator of Humanitarian Reflexology Without Borders, conducting projects in schools and disadvantaged areas to provide reflexology access for vulnerable populations in Africa.
• Country Coordinators NetworkcoreOthers54 country coordinators representing ICR in countries where reflexology is practiced, bringing reflexologists together and creating a worldwide network to help reflexology advance globally.
• Ibero-American Co-ordination of ICRregionalStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional coordination organizing IWW (International Women's Week) celebrations and Ibero-American reflexology events, including a week dedicated to reflexology and women to celebrate International Women's Day.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• American Reflexology Certification Board (ARCB): A US-based certification body that establishes standards for reflexology practitioners. Comparable to ICR as a credentialing and standards-setting body within the reflexology profession, though focused on certification rather than membership services.
• Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP): A large US-based professional association serving massage therapists and bodyworkers including reflexology practitioners. Comparable to ICR in offering membership, insurance, and education to touch-therapy practitioners, though at a much larger scale and broader category scope.
• Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT): A UK-based professional association representing multiple complementary therapy disciplines including reflexology. Comparable to ICR as a membership organization for complementary therapy practitioners, though operating at a broader category level than reflexology specifically.

Regional players

• Reflexology New Zealand: The national professional body for reflexologists in New Zealand, offering practitioner registration and continuing education. Comparable to ICR in model but geographically focused, overlapping with ICR's membership in the Oceania region.
• Reflexology Association of Australia: The national professional association for reflexologists in Australia, providing membership, education, and practitioner recognition. Comparable to ICR in operating model but focused exclusively on the Australian market.

Direct peers

• International Federation of Reflexologists: An international federation of national reflexology associations. Directly comparable to ICR as a global coordinating body for the reflexology profession with overlapping membership of national member organizations and individual practitioners.
• International Institute of Reflexology: Founded by Eunice Ingham, the originator of modern reflexology, the IIR trains and certifies reflexologists globally. Directly comparable to ICR as an international reflexology organization with educational programs and global practitioner reach.
• Association of Reflexologists (AoR): The UK's national membership organization for reflexologists, providing practitioner registration, training standards, and continuing professional development. Directly comparable to ICR as a membership-based professional body serving reflexologists in a specific geography.
• Reflexology Association of America: A US-based national membership association for reflexologists offering practitioner directories, education, and advocacy. Directly comparable to ICR in operating model (membership organization serving professional reflexologists) but at a national rather than international level.
• National Council for Therapeutic Reflexology: A US-based organization promoting professional standards and education in therapeutic reflexology. Comparable to ICR as a professional body serving reflexology practitioners with educational and community-building offerings.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ICRREFLEXOLOGY
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/icr-reflexology

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Funding overview

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