Intro to Thai Massage

To register, call 323.0203.

Intro to Thai Massage • $80, 4 CEUs
February 9th, 9am – 1pm

Thai massage is a fluid and dynamic form of therapy that is over 2,500 years old. It can enhance any massage and bodywork practice, improving flexibility for both clients and practitioners. This course is designed to introduce participants to foundational Thai massage theory and techniques.

Prerequisites: Professional or student bodyworker
What to bring/wear: Due to the nature of the stretches used, loose-fitting pants (elastic waist or drawstring) and a loose-fitting top are required – DO NOT WEAR JEANS OR PANTS WITH A ZIPPER, SHORTS OR SKIRTS; bring a futon or thick mat, flat sheet, 1 large pillow, 2 small pillows

Sandra Anderson, BA, LMT, ABT, NCTMB, has been licensed in massage therapy since 1991, certified in shiatsu since 1999, and certified in Thai massage since 2002. She taught at the Desert Institute of the Healing Arts for 12 years, and has been designing and teaching continuing education workshops since 2004. Sandra and her husband own Tucson Touch Therapies where she maintains a private practice.

Thai Massage Level I • $450, 24 CEUs
February 23rd, March 2nd and 9th, 8am – 5pm

Thai Massage Level I includes the history of Thai massage and introduces participants to the traditional Asian medical theory that Thai massage is based on. Foundational techniques are taught, including proper body mechanics for working on a futon on the floor. Traditional Thai massage focuses a great deal on the legs, and participants will learn Thai massage techniques for the anterior and posterior legs, and the back.