PROGRAM DETAILS

The program was developed through years of experience and travel researching in Thailand. We approach our classes in an integrated manner, presenting a system that encompasses the spiritual integrity of Thai Yoga Massage while nurturing the technical and creative sides at the same time.

Suitable For

Beginners / Thai yoga massage practitioners

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Duration

Online/lab days/webinars and assignments or online only.

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Certification

Certification: Certificate Awarded.

Thai Yoga Massage

Mat Course

$CAD450

The course covers the historical roots, practices, benefits and constraints of Northern style Thai yoga massage and then moves onto demonstrations and hands-on practical sessions.
On successful completion of the course, you will be able to safely and effectively deliver a full Thai yoga massage up to a 2 hour session.
Includes a training app and color manual and a subscription to the Thai Yoga Massage Guru App
Foundation A&B Courses Included
2 Lab Days Included
Full-Color Course Manual
Certificate Included

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Thai Yoga Massage

Table Massage

$CAD450

This program shifts the ancient art of Thai Yoga Massage from its traditional floor work onto the massage table. This technique allows the massage to intermingle with any other bodywork or to perform on its own practitioners can create individualized healing experiences by blending gentle stretching, acupressure and breath work in a rhythmic dance. On successful completion of the course, you will be able to safely and effectively deliver a full Thai yoga massage up to a 90 Min session.
Includes a training app and color manual and a subscription to the Thai Yoga Massage Guru App
Foundation Course Included -Table A&B
2 Lab Days Included
Full-Color Course Manual
Certificate Included

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Thai Yoga Massage

Advanced Mat Work

$CAD825

These courses are designed to give students a huge base of techniques and ideas to start a practice in Thai yoga massage.
3 Advanced Courses Included
Full-Color Course Manuals
Certificate Included

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Thai Yoga Massage Beginner

Module A: The course covers the historical roots, practices, benefits and constraints of Northern style Thai yoga massage. During the course, we explore the ‘northern energy model.

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Thai Yoga Massage Beginner

Building on the skill set out in TYM Beginner, Module A students will continue to complete a full Thai massage protocol with adding positions for the postures side-lying, prone and sitting.

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Thai Yoga Massage Advanced

Module A – This unique course has been derived from powerful techniques handed down by many masters throughout Thailand and Asia. During the course, will introduce the ‘Burmese energy model’;

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Thai Yoga Massage Advanced

Module B: Building on the skill set out in TYM Advanced Module A, students will continue to complete a full Thai massage protocol with adding positions for the postures supine core and upper and lower extremity work.

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Thai Yoga Massage Advanced

Module C: Building on the skill set out in TYM Advanced Module B, students will continue to complete a full Thai massage protocol side-lying and shoulder work.

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Thai Table Massage

Module A: Is an established method adapted to the integrity of this ancient healing art. In fact it allows the practitioner to easily use this medical model to benefit their clients and aid in healing without sacrificing floor space.

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Thai Table Massage

Module B: Building on the skill set out in TYM Table Module A, students will continue to complete a full Thai massage protocol with adding positions for the postures side-lying, prone and sitting.

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Eastern Anatomy and Treatment Methods

The basis of this course lies in the ancient medical system of Ayurveda. The Thai translation is slightly different than the modern one that is in use today.

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Learn Orthopedic Assessment & Treatment

Learn to perform basic assessment skills, fundamental osteo/ Thai massage techniques and special tests.

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Program Content

At the end of this program, students will be able to safely Thai massage techniques and postures to a client; modify the massage to accommodate the needs of the client.

Starting Date: You can start at any time, classroom space permitting.

Take your Thai Yoga Massage to the next level with this program

Shawne Klassen

Instructor

Shawne is a licensed and registered massage therapist practicing in Alberta Canada. He has practiced massage for 25 years and has been teaching Thai yoga massage for the last 20 years.

Amanda Bach

Instructor

I am a born and raised Calgarian. Studying originally at MRU, I went onward to seek out complementary modalities. I was fortunate to meet Shawne Klassen early in my career. I have been studying with Shawne for 12 years so far.

Kat Dancer

Instructor

Kat Dancer has been studying and practicing Thai Yoga Massage since 2004. Pursuing a life-long interest in movement, balance, spirit and education, Kat is also a Registered Yoga Teacher.

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Registered Massage Professionals

RECOMMENDED

If you are a professional massage therapist, Thai Yoga Massage can serve as a complimentary set of tools that help further your practice. Many of our students are registered massage therapists.

Wellness Professionals

RECOMMENDED

If your career is focussed on wellness, Thai Yoga Massage can provide additional techniques for managing your clients well being. Many of our students are nutritionists, healers, and more.

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Learn Orthopedic Assessment & Treatment

30 Hours - 1 lab day and online training with case studies.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Students perform basic assessment skills, fundamental osteo/ Thai massage techniques and special tests.
Students learn to take a medical history and determine the nature of the patient’s presenting clinical condition.
Recognize the role and limitations of Thai yoga massage therapy in preventing injury, enhancing performance, and recovery from exercise and competition.
Recognize the effects of Thai yoga massage therapy can have on athlete’s psychological state/sports performance.
Identify root causes and areas of pain in muscles and connective tissue.
Identify when an athlete should be referred to another health care professional.
Assess client in order to develop treatment plan that will reduce pain, restore range of movement, and promote good condition.
Explain treatment with athlete.
Demonstrate exercises and stretches that will benefit athlete ex. pre and post event

Eastern Anatomy and Treatment Methods

Online training - training app and webinar

The basis of this course lies in the ancient medical system of Ayurveda. The Thai translation is slightly different than the modern one that is in use today.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Locate the 10 energy lines known as Sen on a diagram as well as indications and contraindications for treatment.
Understand the four elements and their influence on the energetic system and indications for treatment.
Recognize the difference between energy patterns and energy lines and myofascial tracts.
Locate and apply accupressure to various accupressure points within the 10 energy Sen
Compare the Thai energetic structure with Indian and Chinese energetic models.
Describe yoga and briefly describe its history and origin.
Explain chakras and locate where they are on the body and how they relate to the 10 Sen and treatment.
Location and apply accupressure to various marma’s.
Explain what the eight limbs of Yoga are and their importance to the practice of Yoga.
Define each of the 7 different types of Yoga practiced in the west, and their basic system of belief.

Thai Yoga Massage - Table One

Is a established method adapted to the integrity of this ancient healing art. In fact it allows the practitioner to easily use this medical model to benefit their clients and aid in healing without sacrificing floor space. It has been developed so that it can be used in conjunction with any other table work or used by itself. We will be working from the supine position focusing on the lower body.

Forms of passive stretching
Body Mechanics
Supine positions and transitions of the lower body
Advantages and disadvantages to table work
Listening to the body
Breath coaching
Thai massage positions

Thai Yoga Massage - Table Two

Building on the skill set out in TYMT One, students will continue to complete a full Thai massage protocol with adding positions for the postures side-lying, prone and sitting. By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Explain the benefits and constraints of doing Thai massage on the table
Recognize indications and contraindications for Thai massage on a table
Apply active stretching into treatment protocols
Effectively apply proper body mechanics to each massage position
Accurately apply pressure on the northern sen lines throughout the body
Incorporate breath work into the Thai massage practice
Safely apply various Thai massage techniques and postures to a client

Thai Yoga Massage V - Side-lying

One lab day + online study & practical assignment Building on the skill set out in TYM IV, students will continue to complete a full Thai massage protocol side-lying and shoulder work. By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Body mechanics
Transitions: side-lying focusing on the shoulder
Listening to the body
Breath coaching
Recognize advanced contraindications for shoulder treatment.
Effectively apply proper body mechanics to each massage position.
Safely apply various advanced Thai massage techniques for side-lying positions.
Modify the massage to accommodate the needs of the client.

Thai Yoga Massage V - Side-lying

Body mechanics
Transitions: side-lying focusing on the shoulder
Listening to the body
Breath coaching
Recognize advanced contraindications for shoulder treatment.
Effectively apply proper body mechanics to each massage position.
Safely apply various advanced Thai massage techniques for side-lying positions.
Modify the massage to accommodate the needs of the client.

Thai Yoga Massage III - Self Expression

One lab day + online study & practical assignment This unique course has been derived from powerful techniques handed down by many masters throughout Thailand and Asia. During the course, will introduce the ‘Burmese energy model’; its structure, function, location and therapeutic effect. Building on the skill set out in TYM Two, students will continue with advanced techniques with adding positions for the postures prone and seated massage. We will will work with you, enabling you to develop your creative side and your own personal treatment style. By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Recognize advanced contraindications for treatment.
Effectively apply proper body mechanics to each massage position.
Safely and efficiently transition a client to various body positions.
Accurately apply pressure on the Burmese sen lines throughout the body.
Safely apply various advanced Thai massage techniques for prone positions.
Modify the massage to accommodate the needs of the client.

Thai Yoga Massage I - Foundation

One lab day + online study & practical assignment The course covers the historical roots, practices, benefits and constraints of Northern style Thai yoga massage. During the course, we explore the ‘northern energy model’ focusing on the effective delivery of massage techniques based on good body mechanics and how to achieve deeper releases with breath work. We will be working from the supine position focusing on the lower body. By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Indications and contraindications
Body mechanics
Transitions: supine - focusing on the lower body
Listening to the body
Breath coaching
Thai massage positions