52hr Certification Training: After twenty years of studying, practicing and teaching various forms of bodywork modalities, I have synthesized a style of 'Thai Yoga Bodywork' that is not limited by any one form but includes a combination of many healing techniques. My approach to Thai Massage invites one to be fully present while creatively expressing and exploring assisted yoga stretches, deep compression, specific point work, energy line (sen) work, soft tissue manipulation, myofascial release, joint mobilization and release techniques, blending them into an exquisite and seamless healing arts treatment. My trainings are rooted in principles of mindfulness and loving kindness, inviting my students to explore the depths of their own ability to be present, to love, to care, to feel and to offer themselves in the service of others. The result is quite profound...
I currently offer a 52 hour certification program which consists of six day long courses which can be taken individually or all together. 36 hours are completed in class and 16 hours are at home practice hours. The first four days are referred to as 'The Foundational Flow' and the last two are referred to as 'Therapeutic Thai.' These courses are designed for anyone interested in learning to give an effective Thai Massage. Previous bodywork training or yoga training is recommended, but not required. The material is easy to learn and is focused on postures that are both safe and non stressful for the giver and receiver. Each day also includes some theory, insight and inspirational talks to prepare the student for a transformational day of practice. There is time for Q & A as well as personal feedback and hands on assistance from the instructors. 'Foundational Flow' Training: (24 CE's) 1) Supine Position- (Feet, Legs, Head, Neck & Shoulders) 2) Side Lying Position- (Hips, Back, Arms & Hands) 3) Prone Position- (Backside, Child's & Seated Positions) 4) Double Leg Stretches & Energy Work- (Supine position) These four days combine to prepare one in all the skills necessary to offer a complete and safe two hour Thai massage. With a strong emphasis on proper body dynamics and how to use leverage, you will learn how to effortlessly apply pressure to sore muscles, energy lines & trigger points as well as learn how to bring your partner through a series of assisted yoga stretches to fully open and relax them. This training has been refined for over a decade to offer all students the ability to master these skills in a short amount of time. After certification, all practitioners should be able to offer this treatment with ease and grace. Each day you will learn a new thirty minute routine focusing on a specific body area, ultimately resulting in a complete two+ hour sequence. You will receive a detailed guidebook with pictures and descriptions to aid in your ongoing practice. A complimentary DVD and online video support is also provided to practice at home with. 'Therapeutic Thai' Training: (12 CE's) 5) Therapeutic Thai 1: (Supine & Side Lying Positions) 6) Therapeutic Thai 2: (Prone & Seated Positions) Also called 'Thai Yoga Therapy,' these therapeutic courses are designed around learning the correct application of more advanced and creative Thai style stretches. You will learn how to release specific muscles by combining Thai Yoga stretches with Positional Release techniques. These stretches fit perfectly into the 'Foundational Flow' or they can be strung together to create a full one hour Therapeutic Thai treatment. This course will also integrate how to apply PNF techniques into the stretches to target and release specific muscles with ease. We will look at how to treat various conditions such as sciatic pain, tight hamstrings, and low back pain. We will also learn techniques to easily release the Psoas, the QL and how to bring the hips into balance. Although, these courses compliment other Yoga Therapy or Thai Massage trainings, no previous experience is required. After completion, all practitioners should be confidant to include these new skills into their healing regimen. This course requires more skill then the 'Foundational Flow' course. It is designed for those who are already comfortable stretching their clients. You will be working on the ground using your hands, knees, forearms, feet and elbows to apply compression and stretches. All students must be comfortable moving their own bodies on the ground into various positions. Please watch the sample video clips below to see if you could imagine yourself doing these maneuvers before registering. Previous study with me is recommended but not required to take this course. You will receive a detailed manual with pictures and descriptions to aid in your ongoing practice. A complimentary DVD and online video support is also provided for home study. For certification, students will need to complete all six courses plus document ten practice sessions, including one on a professional Thai Yoga Bodywork practitioner. Upon completion of these requirements, students will receive a '52 hour certificate of completion' with the title of certified 'Thai Yoga Bodywork Practitioner.' Please note that certification is not the same as licensure...More details on my 'Policies' page. To understand the value of this training, please read what other students have said about the course...'Testimonials' |
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Online Access to Thai Yoga Bodywork Trainings...
Online Access to both the 'Foundational Flow' & 'Therapeutic Thai' Trainings...
$
65.00
This option includes full access to all the online material. No physical materials will be mailed.
Foundational Flow Sequences:
1) The Feet in Supine position
2) The Legs in Supine position
3) Full Body in Side Lying position
4) Double Leg Stretches in Supine position
5) Head, Neck & Shoulders in Supine position
6) Full Body in Prone position
7) The Back in Child's position
8) Upper Body in Seated position
9) Full Sequence in Fast Time
Therapeutic Thai Sequences:
1) Therapeutic Stretches in Supine
2) Therapeutic Stretches in Side-Lying
3) Advanced Double Leg Stretches in Supine
4) Therapeutic Stretches in Prone
5) Therapeutic Stretches in Seated
Bonus Material:
1) Additional video instructional guidance for each sequence. These were recorded at one of my 'live hands-on' workshops.
2) Online Access to both the 'Foundational Flow' and the 'Therapeutic Thai' instructional manual.
In addition, the following discourses are included:
1) Therapeutic Overview
2) Muscle Energy Technique Overview & P.N.F principles
3) Hip Balancing Demo using M.E.T.
4) Positional Release Overview and Demo
5) The Power of Intention
6) Metta Meditation
When you purchase this product, I will send you a password to a new website...
Video's can be watched by streaming or you can download them to your computer. You will have unlimited access for life.
Please allow up to 24 hours for me to send you the link.
This order is non refundable.
CE's & certification are only available w/ 'hands on' courses
Foundational Flow Sequences:
1) The Feet in Supine position
2) The Legs in Supine position
3) Full Body in Side Lying position
4) Double Leg Stretches in Supine position
5) Head, Neck & Shoulders in Supine position
6) Full Body in Prone position
7) The Back in Child's position
8) Upper Body in Seated position
9) Full Sequence in Fast Time
Therapeutic Thai Sequences:
1) Therapeutic Stretches in Supine
2) Therapeutic Stretches in Side-Lying
3) Advanced Double Leg Stretches in Supine
4) Therapeutic Stretches in Prone
5) Therapeutic Stretches in Seated
Bonus Material:
1) Additional video instructional guidance for each sequence. These were recorded at one of my 'live hands-on' workshops.
2) Online Access to both the 'Foundational Flow' and the 'Therapeutic Thai' instructional manual.
In addition, the following discourses are included:
1) Therapeutic Overview
2) Muscle Energy Technique Overview & P.N.F principles
3) Hip Balancing Demo using M.E.T.
4) Positional Release Overview and Demo
5) The Power of Intention
6) Metta Meditation
When you purchase this product, I will send you a password to a new website...
Video's can be watched by streaming or you can download them to your computer. You will have unlimited access for life.
Please allow up to 24 hours for me to send you the link.
This order is non refundable.
CE's & certification are only available w/ 'hands on' courses
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