Level 1: Thai Massage Fundamentals

Hours: 20.00
CEU Contact Hours: 17.00

Tuition: $450.00 (50 percent deposit required at registration)

(20 Hr. Certificate) A basic introduction to Thai Massage, this intensive 2.5 day training is suitable for new students, or practitioners seeking an alternative modality. At the end of the course, the student can perform a complete 1 hour Thai massage routine, including supine, side lying, prone and seated positions. The asanas that we teach in Level 1 are simply a reduced sequence -- they are not "beginner" in the sense that they are sophisticated and powerful techniques that the student will continue to master through practice. These are techniques that the therapist will use throughout their Thai massage career.

In Level 1, we introduce the theory of energetic anatomy and physiology, sen sip, wind gates, Thai asanas or therapeutic postures, acupoints and trigger points. We teach basic principles of western muscular anatomy, trigger point therapy and patterns of referred pain to provide the student with a much deeper diagnostic framework for client issues. In Level 1 the student learns the basic ideas behind Clinical Thai Bodywork, a powerful therapeutic system that is explored more fully in advanced courses.

We place a strong emphasis upon body mechanics and practicing bodywork in a sustainable way. Many western practitioners experience symptoms of occupational disability in hands, shoulders and arms due to reliance upon muscular strength and a failure to understand the power of working from the core. We use martial arts and yoga principles to teach the student how to move in an efficient, elegant and powerful way. With strong fundamentals, Thai bodywork can be not only safe but beneficial for the practitioner, and will provide a deeply satisfying career that lasts many decades.

This course provides the student with a 20-hour certificate upon successful completion, and is approved by NCBTMB for continuing education in massage. This course is also approved for continuing education in physical therapy in Illinois. For more information, please visit www.thaimassageschool.net or call 888-576-8424.

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>> Level 1 Upcoming Dates:

Starts 16 May 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat-Sun 10 AM-6 PM Location: 537 Custer Ave. Suite 3, Evanston, IL 60202

Starts 20 Jun 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat-Sun 10 AM-6 PM Location: 537 Custer Ave. Suite 3, Evanston, IL 60202

Starts 11 Jul 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat-Sun 10 AM-6 PM Location: 537 Custer Ave. Suite 3, Evanston, IL 60202

Starts 01 Aug 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat-Sun 10 AM-6 PM Location: 537 Custer Ave. Suite 3, Evanston, IL 60202

Starts 05 Sep 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat-Sun 10 AM-6 PM Location: 537 Custer Ave. Suite 3, Evanston, IL 60202

Starts 03 Oct 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat-Sun 10 AM-6 PM Location: 537 Custer Ave. Suite 3, Evanston, IL 60202

Starts 07 Nov 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat-Sun 10 AM-6 PM Location: 537 Custer Ave. Suite 3, Evanston, IL 60202

>> Level 1 Upcoming Dates with Certified Thai Bodywork Instructors in Other Cities:

Starts 16 May 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat/Sun 10-6 PM Location: Florida (Orlando/Winter Park) http://orlandoschoolofthaimassage.com 407-644-5001 @ a balanced body studio

Starts 06 Jun 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri-6-9:00; Sat 12-8:00; Sun-10-6:00 Location: Flagstaff, Az. 928-526-1898 www.arizonamassageworkshops.com

Starts 06 Jun 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat/Sun 10-6 PM Location: Florida (Orlando/Winter Park) http://orlandoschoolofthaimassage.com 407-644-5001 @ a balanced body studio

Starts 13 Jun 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:00 - 9:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Location: Oshkosh, WI 920-203-5505 www.thaimassageclasses.net

Starts 20 Jun 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat/Sun 10-6 PM Location: Florida (Orlando/Winter Park) http://orlandoschoolofthaimassage.com 407-644-5001 @ a balanced body studio

Starts 25 Jun 08 (1 weekday) Schedule: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Location: Oshkosh, WI 920-203-5505 www.thaimassageclasses.net

Starts 11 Jul 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat/Sun 10-6 PM Location: Florida (Orlando/Winter Park) http://orlandoschoolofthaimassage.com 407-644-5001 @ a balanced body studio

Starts 25 Jul 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Fri 6:30-9:30 PM, Sat/Sun 10-6 PM Location: Florida (Orlando/Winter Park) http://orlandoschoolofthaimassage.com 407-644-5001 @ a balanced body studio

Starts 01 Aug 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: Friday 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Location: Oshkosh, WI 920-203-5505 www.thaimassageclasses.net

Starts 22 Aug 08 (1 weekend) Schedule: FRI 6:00-9:00,SAT11:00-7:00,SUN10:00-6:00 Location: HOOKSET,NEW HAMPSHIRE, 603 560 8966 MARIKOHUETTE@NETSCAPE.NET