THAI MASSAGE
(104 hrs)

Traditional Thai Massage is an extraordinary 2500 year old healing arts system based in Ayurvedic medicine, Buddhist spiritual practice, and Yoga. Thai massage blends gentle rocking, rhythmic acupressure and deep assisted stretches to open, exercise and tone all systems of the body. The work is deeply therapeutic, fluid and meditative. Thai Massage relaxes, refreshes, and revitalizes both giver and receiver. Its ancient origins are linked to Yoga, Ayurvedic and Chinese Medicine, as well as the local indigenous healing practices of ancient Siam.

Thai massage is a combination of gentle rocking, range of motion, acupressure, reflexology, energy work, specialized yoga and stretching. Joints are loosened and opened through manipulation and peripheral stimulation, muscles are stretched, internal organs are toned, vitality is increased and a deep state of relaxation can be achieved. The work is very rhythmical and meditative, enabling both the client and practitioner to voyage together into deeper realms of consciousness.

The massage work is done on a floor mat with receiver wearing loose, comfortable clothing. This gives the practitioner leverage and the ability to use their body very effectively, which is not possible on a massage table.

Thai is based on a system of energy lines called “Sen”, which follows energy as it flows through the form of the body. There are said to be 72,000 “Sen” which cover the entire body. The “Sen” are closely associated with the Nadis of Ayurvedic medicine and the Meridians of Chinese Acupuncture, all of which can produce internal effects from stimulation of external points on the body.

Because of the deep sense of fluidity, vitality, and healing imparted to both the practitioner and client, Thai Massage is becoming increasingly popular. It is often incorporated with other forms of bodywork at premier health resorts, exclusive spas, health professionals’ offices, and by successful massage therapists.

Diploma/Certificate of Completion: Thai Massage. Upon completion of the 104 hour Thai Massage training, you will be awarded a diploma/certificate of completion in Thai Massage. Completion of our Thai Massage Program qualifies graduates for the 100 hr. Massage Technician license in cities and states that have the 100 hr. license. Any or all of the Thai classes can also be used as electives in any of the 500 hr. license programs - Massage Therapist, Spa & Massage Therapist, Sports Therapist & Performance Enhancement, in the 1000 hr. HHP for license and in the 4100 hr. NP programs.

This unique massage uses yoga postures, light palm and thumb presses along meridian lines, increases flexibility, revitalizes your body's natural energy flow, induces deep relaxation, stretches the muscles and opens the joints. For Nuad Bo-Rarn, loose comfortable clothing is appropriate.

MT 255 is a prerequisite for this class.

MT 255 & MT 256 are prerequisites for this class.

Based on the traditional Thailand Medical Massage Therapy, the naval and surrounding area, the “Hara”, is the center where all “Sen Lines” (energy lines) originate. Learn the location of the therapeutic points and their application to the internal organs. Help your client relieve abdominal pain; menstrual cramps; stomach, intestinal and digestive disorders; blocked energy flow and emotional release. Includes Thai-Yoga.