INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED:

                                                                       LEVEL 1 + LEVEL 2

Thai Massage is a unique form of therapy and dynamic bodywork that incorporates hata Yoga, reflexology, meridian work and acupressure.  In this unique healing system of Thai Yoga bodywork - also called Nuad Boran - and widely known as Traditional Thai Massage, (Nuad Phaen Boran ) - the practitioner guides the recipient through a series of passive Yoga postures while palming and thumbing along the ''Sen Lines'', the body's energy lines and pressure points. Together these actions result in a comprehensive full body treatment that relieves muscular tension, improves circulation, boosts the immune system and balances the body energetically.

The therapeutic basis of Thai Yoga Massage is rooted in the Indian healing tradition of Ayurveda;  the word Ayurveda derives from two Sanskrit words: Ayur, meaning "life" and Veda , meaning "knowledge" thus, this science of living functions as a guide to the proper maintenance of life.

 COURSE OVERVIEW:

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A practical and theoretical training in the art of Traditional Thai Yoga Massage where you will learn the complete traditional set of Thai Massage in the Front, Side, Back and Sitting positions, following the northern Thailand style of teaching of Chiang Mai Schools as follows:

• 134 positions, each one with diagrams, photographs and descriptions
• Stretching, Mobilizations and Deep pressure techniques to release muscle tension and improve flexibility
• All relevant muscle and skeletal A&P
• A background to Chinese Medicine and SEN theory
• Safe practice techniques
• Myofascial trigger points for each area of technique
• Stretching; how to work with key muscle reflexes
• Adjustments and creative support for a variety of techniques

YOGA. Classes may start with a Yoga session/Meditation/Tai Qi, followed by the Tutor practical demonstration and all day practice.

All techniques are practiced on a futon with light-weight clothing required to allow for flexible movement.

COURSE MATERIAL: The course materials for our Thai Massage Course include a detailed manual containing a step-by-step guide to all practical techniques and notes for all theory lectures, training videos + online theory lectures.

A bibliography for other recommended reading is discussed during the course. 

 THE COURSE IS SUITABLE FOR:

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• Professional Therapists - Massage, Beauty & Spa Therapists -  already working with alternative therapies who wish to further their studies
• Yoga teachers, Pilates Instructors, Osteopaths, Physiotherapists, dancers and sports people, who will find Thai Yoga Massage invaluable for increasing their hands-on skills. Learn Thai Massage!
• Complete beginners thinking of starting a career in body work. Please contact us for more information.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED DIPLOMA (LEVEL 1 + LEVEL 2)

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• Syllabus includes the full traditional routine: FRONT, SIDE, BACK + SIDE POSITION
• Attendance of 10 days course
• Completion of 5 Case Studies (4 treatments per case study for a total of 20 treatments; up to 2 months after completion of the course is allowed)
• A practical examination lasting 3+ hours

 COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR  LEVEL 1: CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE

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   PLEASE NOTE THAT IN ORDER TO QUALIFY AS A THAI YOGA MASSAGE THERAPIST AT DIPLOMA LEVEL,

   BOTH LEVEL 1 + LEVEL 2  MUST BE TAKEN.

• Syllabus: FRONT + SIDE position
• Attendance of 5 day course
• Completion of two case Studies 

 COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

• A validated Massage Diploma from a Bona Fide Institute (U.K.)
• Completion of a practice portfolio (5 Case Studies: 4 treatments per case study for a total of 20 treatments; up to 2 months after completion of the course is allowed)
• A practical examination lasting 3+ hours

Please note: By the end of the course, all students who will intend to practice professionally, will need to add a Level 3 Certificate in Anatomy & Physiology  in order to get insurance to practice. If you already are a Yoga Teacher, Physiotherapist, Osteopath or other complementary therapist, your qualification may be enough. We advise you to check with your governing body and insurance provider if they will be able to add Thai Yoga Massage to your current policy once you qualify or check that CThA (UK) or FHT, or similar, will recognize your A&P training as adequate. Please also check with your local governing body if 

If you currently do not hold an Anatomy and Physiology qualification, you are welcome to take our training and either take the A&P module afterwards or alongside our training course. We do not offer A&P training but can advice you on courses.

Under the London Local Authorities Act 1991 all premises (commercial or private address) offering special treatments must have a massage and special treatment license. Besides the premises for massage and special treatment having to be licensed, the therapist who provides the treatment also has to be registered with the council that the premise is located in.

Please check that you hold a valid U.K. qualification that will allow you to practice professionally before enrolling on our training. The U.K. may have rules different from your country of origin. We are unable to check your current qualifications as we do not work, nor are we affiliated with any insurance company. However the accrediting and approval professional bodies who are independently set up work with insurance companies and we suggest to contact them directly. 

 LENGTH OF COURSE: 

U.K. - Thai Yoga Massage Course London.

10 lessons (+ 2 additional re-fresher days to be taken within one year) and equals to 72 hours.

Each lesson begins with a lecture and demonstration, followed by all day supervised practice.

All classes begin at 09.30 am and finish at 4.30 pm. unless otherwise stated. A detailed time-table will be emailed once you will register.

A more flexible time-table is also offered on request for a minimum of 6 students.

Once qualified, students will also benefit from ongoing training days where at no extra cost they will be assisting the Tutor with new classes with the role of Student/Assistant.

Thai Yoga Massage School London, United Kingdom.

Tori Peel-Yates | Yoga Teacher 

I completed the Thai Yoga Massage Diploma with Francesca in London and I can honestly say it was a life changing experience. Not only does Francesca have a profound knowledge and understanding of the ancient art of Thai massage, but she combines this with her "Western" anatomical expertise as well as her studies of Chinese medicine to deliver a well-rounded and complete course that provides students with the skills, tools, and knowledge they need to start out along the path as Thai Yoga Massage practitioners. Not only that, but she pays individual attention to each and every student, picking out their strengths and encouraging them to develop their own unique styles. Francesca has great passion both for Thai Yoga massage and for teaching, and it shows. She creates a friendly learning atmosphere in which everyone is made to feel welcomed and loved. THANK YOU Francesca for introducing me to this beautiful art and continuing to support me on my journey. Namaste

Laura Hart | Massage Therapist | Reiki | Yoga Teacher

I completed my Thai Yoga massage course with Francesca in London earlier this year. It was a life changing experience. Francesca's expertise together with her warm and engaging demeanor made the experience so very worth while. Her genuine respect and adoration for this wonderful art was very clear every step of the way. If anyone is looking to train in Thai Massage, I urge you to get in touch with Shen Mantra. I have booked previously taken Deep Tissue Training with Francesca and will be taking the Table Thai course in a few weeks time! I am sure I will be booking more! Very grateful to have trained with such a brilliant school! 

Ali Ayoub | Massage Therapist | Wellness Practitioner

Excellent!! This is the second time I complete a Massage training course with Shen Mantra. I have done a few courses throughout the years in various schools, and not all of them have met my expectations.

I can confidently say the course in Thai Yoga Massage and Deep Tissue Fusion were great. I found the main teacher and director Francesca very professional, thorough and focused, giving equal attention to every student. I found her very positive and encouraging, she has a genuine desire to teach and inspire new and established practitioners, and, can work with the potential of all students and therapists whilst giving honest and constructive feedback. This, combined with her passionate teaching style, her sense of humor, and breadth of knowledge of different massage modalities makes her an exceptional trainer.

 I loved the wealth of knowledge and learning that the team shared freely in class discussions. I also appreciate the ongoing support and appropriate refreshers that get sent to students after each course. I found them very thoughtful and considerate.

Overall, I feel they provided for me a comfortable, safe and supportive teaching environment, and their communication on all aspects has always been consistent, clear and warm. I feel like I learned a new set of skills and techniques to add in my ‘toolbox’, and also feel safer and securer in my posture.

Highly recommended for all of those interested in embarking in Eastern-Style massage or for those who want to enhance their general massage skills. I feel like a new therapist with a new set of skills, so thank you Francesca and the team.