Upcoming in 2024:
Guest Instructor - Bob Haddad
Thai Massage Techniques
Prone & Supine Positions
with Bob Haddad
20 NCBTMB CE hours
May 2, 3, 4th, 2024
$479 Registration Fee
Open to all. Previous experience in Thai therapy is not required, but a background in yoga, massage, or body movement is helpful.
Each participant in the course learns traditional Thai techniques, assisted yoga postures and acupressure therapies, and a period of silent, focused practice takes place at the end of each day. Many of the techniques may be integrated into table massage and other forms of healing. The class is open to students of all levels.
Lifts, Twists, & Suspensions in Thai Massage
with Bob Haddad
May 5th, 2024
Rescheduled
7 NCBTMB CE hrs $139.00
**Discount available with registration of
the 3 day Prone & Side Position Workshop.
These techniques have less to do with physical strength, and they depend more on proper body mechanics, breath, and physics.
We work in several body positions, and special attention is given to the motivation behind each technique. If you like the idea of balancing, stretching, and suspension poses, but you are not always comfortable when you try them, then this workshop is for you.
Past Events:
Bob Haddad is coming to teach in Indy!
Thai Massage Techniques
for Shoulders, Neck, Head & Face
July 28-30, 2023
Indianapolis, IN
3-days, 20 CEU's
$425/person
$395 if paid in full by May 31st, 2023
Working in all four body positions, we explore a wide variety of techniques using feet, palms, forearms, elbows, thumbs and fingers. Participants explore new and interesting techniques to release stored tension through stretches, compressions, fascia release, and opening techniques.
Special attention is given to the face and neck, and herbal balms and Thai herbal waters are used for some techniques. The work is slow and spiritual, and each participant has time to give to and receive from various partners each day. This is always an enjoyable workshop because the mood is meditative, and everyone loves to receive work on their shoulders, neck, head and face. Join us !
After working extensively on the lower torso, if energy in the upper body is not released properly, a client may feel unbalanced, incomplete, and even in pain. This workshop explores a wide variety of techniques to address the shoulders, shoulder blades, clavicle, neck, head and face. This workshop is open to all those who have some experience in Thai massage, table massage, and movement therapy. Though we will be working on floor mats, in Thai style, some of the techniques may also be adapted to a massage table.
We review and refine traditional Thai techniques for the shoulders, upper back, and neck, including subtle suspensions and traction techniques to facilitate the release of tension in the neck. We practice important acupressure points on the head and face, many of which are not usually taught in general Thai courses.
Previous experience in Thai massage is helpful, but not necessary. Massage therapists, yoga practitioners, healers, singles, and couples are welcome. Start time each day is 9 a.m. Please join us for this exciting, fun and relaxing workshop!
July 28-30, 2023
Indianapolis, IN
3-days, 20 CEU's
$425/person
$395 if paid in full by May 31, 2023
Bob Haddad, RTT has studied traditional Thai massage in Thailand and elsewhere since 1999. He is the founder of Thai Healing Alliance; the author of several books on traditional Thai healing arts; and he teaches courses and workshops internationally. This course is valid for 20 hours of continuing education credit. For more information, see www.thaihealing-arts.com
Cancelled Due To COVID
Thai Massage Workshop
for Yogis & Bodyworkers
Fully refundable deposit if cancelled due to COVID-19.
Sept 18-20, 2020
Indianapolis, IN
3-days, 18 CEU's
$329/person
This workshop is specially designed for practitioners and teachers of Western massage therapy, yoga, body movement, and physical therapy. Special attention is paid to traditional Thai techniques that can be adapted to other disciplines, including table massage and assisted yoga, and there is plenty of time each day to give and receive. Please join us for a fun and exciting workshop.
Basic Thai massage techniques can be enjoyed by everyone, and this workshop is specially designed for practitioners and teachers of Western massage therapy, yoga, body movement, and physical therapy. This workshop discusses the origin and evolution of traditional Thai massage, and it focuses on several important energy lines in the Thai healing system. We learn and practice acupressure techniques, proper breathing patterns & body mechanics, assisted Thai yoga postures, and a variety of stretching techniques. Special attention is given to traditional Thai techniques that can be adapted to other disciplines, including table massage and partner yoga, and there is plenty of time each day to give and receive.
Traditional Thai massage, which began to evolve over a thousand years ago, combines assisted yoga postures, stretches, compressions, acupressure techniques, and stimulation of energy lines in the body. Through assisted yoga, the body is stretched in ways that are difficult to attain through normal exercise and personal yoga practice. Correct breathing patterns and body mechanics are essential, and a session is most effective when both parties are fully relaxed and in a meditative state. The overall effect is one of deep relaxation, grounding, and physical and mental stability.
This course will familiarize you with basic Thai techniques and concepts that can be practiced with family and friends, and integrated into your own professional, personal and spiritual practices. Please join us for a fun and exciting workshop !
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This is a safe environment where people get to give and receive bodywork. No experience required.
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