Thai Massage Certificate Program

Thai Massage Theory, Demonstration and Practice
The course is divided into four sections which are designed to be taken in order, as the material progresses from the theoretical foundations of Thai Massage through increasingly complex movements. By completing all four courses, student will have completed a total of 200 (40 hours clinical practice) hours of Thai bodywork, including explanations, hands-on demonstrations, and 40 hours clinic practice in supervised setting. The demonstration and practice of Thai Massage is to the front, side, back (lying on the stomach), and sitting positions.

1. Cells, connective tissues, membranes
2. The skeletal system
3. Arthrology - the study of joints
4. Muscular system
5. Cardio-Vascular System- blood
6. Lymphatic system
7. Respiratory system
8. Digestive system
9. Endocrine system
10. Urinary System
11. Nervous System
12. Sensory System

   Thai Massage Levels/Classes

Level I: Foundation of Thai Massage                      40 hours

Level II: Intermediate Thai Massage                      40 hours

Level III: Thai Sen Therapy                                      40 hours

Level IV: Advanced Therapeutic Thai Massage    40 hours

Practice/Clinical Practice                                         40 hours

Level	Lesson/Subject	Hour	Course Content
Level I Foundation of Thai Massage Course	Thai massage theory, demonstration and practice	30 hours	This course establishes the foundation of Thai massage. Provides a basic foundation for the traditional healing art of Thai Massage where students will learn body mechanics, the quality of touch, and how to incorporate movement and position into a healing practice. It will encourage the students to develop their understanding of Thai Massage on the front position and create enthusiasm for learning more. The concepts of meridians, energy lines (Sen), and Yin and Yang are introduced. This course covers practical aspects such as stretches, acupressure points, proper use of body weight, and techniques using thumbs, palms, elbows, and feet. Additional emphasis is placed on deep, focused abdominal (Hara) work. A brief background of Thai Massage ethics will be discussed.
	Anatomy & Physiology	10 hours	1. Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology - Introductory lesson will define and outline the organization in this study area. 2. Cells (Foundation of Life) - Cells and their importance in this study 3.  Tissue (Different Types and Functions) 4. The Skeletal System - The Skeletal System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work. 5. Arthrology - the study of joints -what does it do, and how does it work.
Level II Intermediate Thai Massage	Thai massage theory, demonstration and practice	30 hours	Level II builds upon Level I and continues to the side, back (lying on the stomach), and sitting positions. Students learn advanced yogic stretching positions and additional techniques using knees and fists. Upon completion of Level I and II, students have a substantial foundation of understanding in complete major positions of Thai Massage and can expect to perform a comprehensive 3-hour treatment.After completion level I and II students continue clinical/Spa practice for 20 hours
	Anatomy & Physiology	10 hours	6. The Muscular System - The Muscular System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work. 7.  The Cardiovascular System - The Cardiovascular System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work. 8. The Lymphatic System - The Lymphatic System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Level III Thai Sen Therapy	Thai massage theory, demonstration and practice	30 hours	Thai massage is based on the idea that there are energy channels or Sen running through the body. When the Sen becomes blocked, the energy becomes inactive and the body loses its balance causing discomfort or illness to a person.This advanced level takes students to the in-depth look at the 10 major energy lines (Sen) and their application combined to the routines learned in Level I and II. More emphasis is placed on opening and activating these ten lines. The theory and  comparison of Sen with  fourteen meridians(Chinese), Nadi(Indian) and Shiatsu.
	Anatomy & Physiology	10 hours	9.  The Respiratory System - The Respiratory System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work. 10.  The Digestive System - The Digestive System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work. 11.  The Urinary System - The Urinary System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Level IV Advanced Therapeutic Thai Massage	Thai massage theory, demonstration and practice	30 hours	This advanced course takes a closer look at Thai massage as a therapy. It introduces new pressure points to relieve ailments such as headache, back pain, shoulder and neck stiffness, headache and numbness in legs and arms, etc. Students will learn not only how to locate the points, but also how to work properly on these points for effective healing. The new acupressure points combine new advanced moves with previously learned routines in Level I and II. These acupressure points are compared with the Chinese acupuncture pointsThis course consists of all four lessons. • Chinese energy meridians vs. "Sen energy lines" for Thai therapy/treatments• Advanced stretches in all four positions • Mastering alignment and body mechanics• Be able to practice all Thai Massage positions, techniques, and sequences with participants spending most of the class time practicing selected movements from the four basic positions working on each other. • Be able to perform a 2 hours Thai massage session fluidly without a work-book or any other visual guides. . Discussion on Thai massage professional ethics.
	Anatomy & Physiology	10 hours	12.  The Endrocrine System - The Endrocrine System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work. 13.  The Nervous System - The Nervous System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work. 14.  The Sensory System - The Sensory System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.

Practice/Clinical Practice