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Thai Table Massage (Level 1)

Northern and Southern Thai Traditions

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Thai Table Massage (Level 1)

Learn Over 110 Thai Massage Techniques and Perform a Complete 90–120 Minute Thai Table Massage Treatment

This hands-on Thai Table Massage workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as experienced massage therapists, bodyworkers, fitness professionals, and healthcare practitioners.

Drawing from both Northern and Southern Thai massage traditions, this workshop teaches traditional Thai massage techniques adapted for the massage table, making them practical and accessible for modern treatment settings.

Students will learn over 110 Thai massage techniques, including compressions, assisted stretching, mobilizations, and treatment sequences that can be performed as a complete 90–120 minute Thai Table Massage treatment or integrated into existing massage and bodywork sessions.

Whether your goal is to add a new modality to your practice, improve treatment results for your clients, reduce strain on your body, or simply learn a valuable new skill to share with family and friends, this workshop provides a strong foundation in authentic Thai massage techniques.

No previous massage or yoga experience is required.

Who is this Course for?

This workshop is suitable for:

  • Complete beginners with no prior massage experience
  • Massage therapists and bodyworkers
  • Physiotherapists and rehabilitation professionals
  • Fitness instructors and personal trainers
  • Yoga instructors and yoga enthusiasts
  • Healthcare practitioners
  • Individuals interested in health, wellness, and natural healing

It is also ideal for anyone looking to learn practical techniques to help family members and friends improve mobility, flexibility, and overall well-being.

No Experience Necessary

No previous massage experience, healthcare training, yoga experience, or special fitness level is required.

This workshop is designed to be accessible, supportive, and enjoyable for students of all backgrounds.

Why Learn Thai Table Massage?

Thai massage has been practiced for centuries and is recognized for its ability to combine movement, stretching, compression, and relaxation into a unique therapeutic experience.

Unlike many forms of massage, Thai massage incorporates assisted stretching and joint mobilization techniques that can help improve flexibility, movement quality, and overall body awareness.

For practitioners, Thai Table Massage offers an effective way to deliver many of the benefits of traditional Thai massage while working comfortably at table height.

Benefits may include:

  • Improved mobility and flexibility
  • Relief of muscular tension and stiffness
  • Enhanced relaxation and stress reduction
  • Improved body awareness and movement
  • Increased energy and overall sense of well-being

What You Will Learn?

During this intensive three-day workshop, students will learn:

  • Over 110 Thai massage techniques
  • A complete 90–120 minute Thai Table Massage treatment sequence
  • Thai massage principles and philosophy
  • Introduction to Sen (energy) lines
  • Assisted stretching techniques
  • Joint mobilization techniques
  • Compression techniques
  • Treatment flow and sequencing
  • Client positioning and transitions
  • Contraindications and safety considerations
  • Practitioner body mechanics and ergonomics
  • Proper use of body weight instead of muscular effort
  • Techniques for delivering effective pressure comfortably and efficiently

Students will learn techniques for addressing:

  • Head and neck
  • Shoulders
  • Arms and hands
  • Upper back
  • Mid and lower back
  • Hips and gluteal region
  • Legs and feet

Attention to Proper Body Mechanics

A major focus of this workshop is helping practitioners work more efficiently while reducing unnecessary strain on the hands, wrists, shoulders, and back.

Students will learn how to:

  • Use body weight rather than muscular force
  • Improve treatment flow
  • Deliver consistent pressure with less effort
  • Move comfortably around the treatment table
  • Work more effectively during longer treatments

These principles help create a more sustainable practice for massage therapists and bodyworkers.

Hands-On Learning

This workshop emphasizes practical experience.

The instructor will demonstrate each technique step-by-step before students practice under supervision.

Participants will work with one another throughout the workshop, gaining experience as both practitioner and receiver while receiving guidance and feedback from the instructor.

Professional Instruction and Authentic Thai Training

Learn from Vivian Pan, Registered Massage Therapist and Certified Thai Massage Instructor.

Vivian has trained extensively in Thailand and Canada and is recognized by Thailand’s Ministry of Health and Ministry of Education to teach Thai massage internationally.

She has studied at several respected Thai massage institutions, including Watpo Thai Traditional Medical and Massage School, often regarded as the birthplace of Thai massage.

Vivian is also an Affiliate Teacher of TMC School of Chiang Mai, one of Thailand’s most respected Thai massage training organizations.

With years of clinical practice and teaching experience, Vivian combines authentic Thai training with practical applications suitable for modern treatment settings.

Upon Completion

Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants will:

  • Have learned over 110 Thai Table Massage techniques
  • Be able to perform a complete 90–120 minute Thai Table Massage treatment
  • Receive a detailed course manual
  • Receive a Certificate of Completion from Bodhi Thai Massage
  • Have the foundation necessary to continue their Thai massage education at higher levels

Workshop Length and Fee

Length: 3 Days

Hours: 24 Hours

Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Daily

Fee: $650 (In Person Workshop), plus tax

Instructional Manual: $40, plus tax

Certification

Participants who complete the workshop will receive a Certificate of Completion from Bodhi Thai Massage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior massage experience? No, this course is beginner-friendly!

Will I receive a certificate? Yes, upon completion, you’ll get a Thai Table Massage Level 1 certificate.

What should I bring? A massage table, comfortable clothing & an open mind!

Credits

Continuing Education Credits can be provided from these associations:

  • BCRPA
  • CRMTA
  • CMMOTA
  • NHPC
  • MTA
  • RMQ
  • AQTN
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