20 CEs. $560
10 AM – 5:30 PM
September 2023, TBD
with Jessica Dafni
Brunswick, Maine
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This 3-day course covers the foundation of theory, skill, technique and practice of working with the abdomen from the perspective of Thai traditional medicine. As the center of our bodies a healthy abdomen — which includes unrestricted tissue, nourished organs and relaxed breathing — is vital to our well being. Practitioners in this course will receive in-depth instruction on working with skill and ease to assist their clients with this often over-looked, yet essential area of the body.
In this course, students will learn:
- History and context of Thai bodywork
- Anatomy of the body
- Palpation skills
- Safe handling and application of hot herbal compresses and other herbal tools
- A variety of techniques, including when and how to apply them
- Effective client positioning
- Strong and safe body mechanics
- Indications and contraindications for Thai abdominal massage
Tuition includes all class learning materials
Pre-requisite: prior training in hands-on work; previous Thai bodywork experience and exposure to Thai medical theory is helpful. Please contact Jessica with questions.
Please use the link above to register and be sure to review class policies and information.
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