Thai Massage education

What is holistic Thai Massage therapy?

‘Holistic’ means that it addresses the whole person, not just an isolated part. Human beings are not just physical bodies, but they consist of several elements – physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual.

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How much Anatomy Do Thai Massage Therapists Need to Know?

In the western world, anatomical knowledge is seen as a required element of massage therapy. It is accepted as one of the fundamental principles in massage schools.

However, you might be astonished to learn that there are parts of the world where anatomy is not the main basis of massage education.

One of these countries is Thailand. How can that be? Let’s take our own Thai Massage school as an example.

In Thai Healing Massage Academy’s online training courses we use anatomical terms at a basic level only. There are three reasons for this:

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Thai Massage therapy is not just the application of certain techniques. It is an ever-evolving art which is being honed and improved by experienced therapists.

It is not a fixed goal that can be reached, or a set sequence that needs to be memorized and followed. Instead it is a path of continuing refinements. It is evolving, not stagnating.

That’s why not all therapists are equal. Some are further along the curve than others.

Thai Massage is also not just about strictly following a particular tradition. Good therapists naturally evolve, create, and improve their way of working and the techniques they are using.

Let’s focus on two areas where Thai Massage can be improved and show you how this benefits your clients and your work.

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Thai Foot Massage and Thai Reflexology are often used interchangeably in Thailand. But they are actually two different styles, although there can be some overlap.

First, let’s look at the bigger picture and go on a virtual excursion to Thailand.

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Thai Massage has developed into many styles. What are the differences, and which one is right for you? And where do you get the information to decide?

When we talk about Thai Massage, that’s not necessarily a clear definition. It’s somewhat like talking about “Christianity”. Well – are you talking about Catholics, Protestants, Mormons, Methodists, Born-agains…?

It is similar with Thai Massage training and courses. There is a northern style, a southern style, a royal style, a strictly traditional style, and a whole number of styles that have been mixed with other Asian healing arts, or with yoga, or with energy work, and others.

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