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Learn the fundamentals of Thai Yoga Massage and explore the traditional principles and practices of this distinctive form of bodywork. This 12-hour continuing education course introduces massage therapists to the history, origins, and theory of Thai Yoga Massage, including traditional yoga postures, energy lines, pressure points, palpation, and therapeutic movement.
Whether you are new to Thai Yoga Massage or looking to expand your knowledge of complementary massage techniques, this course provides a strong foundation for understanding how Thai Yoga Massage is traditionally practiced. Step-by-step instruction, illustrations, and approximately 40 minutes of online video demonstrations provide additional guidance for learning basic Thai Yoga Massage techniques and postures.
In this course, you will learn:
The history, origins, and traditional principles of Thai Yoga Massage
The relationship between Thai Yoga Massage, yoga postures, energy lines, and pressure points
How Thai Yoga Massage is traditionally practiced in Thailand
The traditional theories behind how Thai Yoga Massage works with the body
Basic Thai Yoga Massage postures and positioning
Palpation techniques used in Thai Yoga Massage
Benefits and potential applications of Thai Yoga Massage
Contraindications and safety considerations
Basic techniques for working with energy lines and pressure points
Practical Thai Yoga Massage techniques demonstrated through online video
Why take this course?
Thai Yoga Massage provides massage therapists with an opportunity to explore a different approach to bodywork that combines massage techniques, assisted movement, yoga-based postures, and traditional energy concepts. Developing a foundation in these principles can help therapists expand their knowledge of complementary massage modalities.
This comprehensive 12-hour course combines textbook instruction with practical demonstrations and step-by-step guidance. It is a useful option for massage therapists who want to explore Thai Yoga Massage, expand their continuing education, or develop a foundation for further study in this specialized modality.
Describe the history, origins, and fundamental principles of Thai Yoga Massage.
Explain the traditional relationship between Thai Yoga Massage, yoga postures, energy lines, and pressure points.
Identify basic Thai Yoga Massage postures and appropriate positioning.
Describe palpation techniques used in Thai Yoga Massage.
Identify potential benefits and applications of Thai Yoga Massage.
Recognize contraindications and safety considerations when applying Thai Yoga Massage techniques.
Describe basic techniques used to work with energy lines and pressure points.
Apply foundational Thai Yoga Massage principles when developing knowledge of this complementary modality.
Thai Yoga Massage textbook by Kam Thye Chow, 145 pages
Unlimited phone support for course-related questions
The Center for Massage Therapy Continuing Education, LLC is an Approved Provider through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB); Approved Provider number 409296-00.
Our massage online continuing education courses are also accepted by the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP), and most state boards.
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Loved the detailed explanations of the stances, poses, and concepts, along with the diagrams in the book and the DVD helped to further reinforce and give visual explanation to the previously mentioned ideals. - Tyrone V.
I like that the instructional DVD went through an entire session. - S. Fanning, LMT
This is a new chapter with me in massage therapy being that I have done deep tissue and myofascial work for many years so this concept is very different and challenging and I am extremely excited in a new way of working on my clients. - Milton Kreiser, LMT
The DVD complimented the course perfectly. Great customer service. A wonderful experience. I will definately take more courses. - Shelly St. Pierre, LMT
Thai massage is new for me. I enjoyed reading about mindfulness and staying connected with the client. - Heidi Smith, LMT
Thai Yoga Massage is a combination of which of the following arts/modalities?
A. Swedish massage, meditation and Yoga
B. Yoga, Ayurveda and meditation
C. Yoga, Deep tissue massage and Ayurveda
D. Yoga, Tui Na and meditation
How many sen lines are studied in Thai Yoga Massage?
A. 10
B. 14
C. 16
D. 18
How should you finish a Thai Yoga Massage session?
A. Finish the session as you began, in the “namaskar” posture in order to develop an attitude of mindfulness and spiritual awareness
B. Complete the session with sen work on the feet in order to fully relax your recipient
C. Have the recipient roll on to their back and complete the session with a gentle back massage
D. Complete the session with both you and the recipient in the “namaskar” posture in order to meditate with the recipient
Course Author
About the Instructor
Kam Thye
Native of Malaysia, Kam Thye was raised in the tradition of Asian arts and healing customs. He had practiced Tai Chi Chuan and Chinese massage since the age of 13 and had studied Kung Fu and Chi Gong for more than 20 years.
Kam Thye was a resident of Thailand for many years and during this time followed the instructions of Asokananda, who was himself a pupil of the renowned Thai Massage masters, Chaiyuth Priyasith and Piched Boonthumme. Eventually, the pupil became the teacher and Kam Thye spent many years instructing martial arts and Thai Massage in North America, Asia and Europe.
