Certified Trainings

It is the instructor's belief that one-to-one instruction is invaluable for learning this ancient healing art. It allows the training to be modified according to individual needs and learning styles with an intuitive hands-on approach. Classes are therefore provided with a maximum of 10 students to ensure an optimal learning environment.

Spirit Winds School of Thai Massage offers Intensive Trainings in Thai Massage as well as Introductory trainings.

We have a housing list which gives students private rooms in homes near by with use of the kitchen for $25/night and a full list of motels/hotels, B&Bs and camping. This list is given to you when you register for a training.

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Thai For The Table
Dates offered:

February 7-8, 2010 (Sun-Mon)
June 6-7, 2010 (Sun-Mon)
October 23-24, 2010

8:30am-5:00pm. This workshop will provide students with Thai Massage techniques modified for use on a massage table. If you would like to incorporate some Thai massage into your current practice or you find it difficult to work in the Traditional Thai style on a mat, this will be a creative approach to Thai massage done on a table.

15 CEUs
Tuition: $295.00
A nonrefundable deposit of $50.00 is required

 

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Thai Foot Massage
Dates offered:

June 13-14, 2010
(Sunday-Monday)
9am - 5pm
Learn foot massage and reflexology Thai style with this 30 minute session in foot massage.
You will learn a full range of techniques that will incorporate Burmese powder and Thai oils.

14 CEUs
Tuition: $295.00
A nonrefundable $50.00 deposit is required

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Thai Herbal Massage

Dates offered:

November 15, 2009
April 19, 2010
June 12, 2010
November 15, 2010

9am-4pm. This one-day class teaches the benefits of using steamed herbal packs and sauna with herbs from Thailand. The student will learn the specific properties of each herb and how to apply them during a massage. The heat of the steamed herbal packs deeply penetrates muscles and tendons, facilitating relaxation and therapeutic benefit.

6 CEUs
Tuition: $79.00
A nonrefundable $50.00 deposit is required
Thai herbs will be available for sale in class

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SURPRISE VALLEY HOTSPRINGS
RETREAT
May 11-12, 2010
NERVE TOUCH HERBAL THAI MASSAGE - (12 CEUs)
SELF DEVELOPMENT COMPONENTS
Package price retreat training and accommodations

Nerve Touch (Thai Deep Tissue) massage applies stronger pressure using knees, elbows, feet, heels and thumbs. There is a rolling over or "gentle twanging" of the muscles and nerves for deep release of tension and therapeutic benefit for many conditions.
You will also learn the medicinal properties of all of the herbs used in the steamed herbal packs and how to use them effectively for therapy with Nerve Touch techniques.

SURPRISE VALLEY HOTSPRINGS
CEDARVILLE, CALIFORNIA
To see this tranquil retreat setting go to: http://www.svhotsprings.com/
530-279-2040 or toll free 877-927-6426

To register for this training call Spirit Winds School of Thai Massage at
530-265-2404

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"Nerve Touch" Style Herbal Thai Massage
5-DAY Basic Fundamentals
Deep Tissue approach with focus on therapy for joints,
nerves and relieving painful conditions

Date offered: January 25-29


8:30am-4:30pm
Nerve Touch (Thai Deep Tissue) massage applies stronger pressure using knees, elbows, feet, heels and thumbs. Master Lek Chaiya has developed this unique and very therapeutic style of Thai massage. There is a rolling over or "gentle twanging" of the muscles and nerves for deep release of tension and therapeutic benefit for conditions such as sciatica, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, numbness, paralysis, frozen shoulder and many other conditions.
You will also learn the medicinal properties of all of the herbs used in the steamed herbal packs and how to use them effectively for therapy with Nerve Touch techniques.
click here for a full description of classes and biographies

35 CEUs
Tuition $595.00
A $100 non refundable deposit is required

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Traditional Thai Massage Intensive
Levels 1 and 2
85 CEUs

Dates offered:
(If you have less time or money, you can take Level 1 now and Level 2 later
if you are flying here you can take them consecutively in one trip)

April 12-16, 2010 (Level 1)
April 20-25, 2010 (Level 2)
*Optional extra class: Thai Herbal Massage, April 19, 2010

July 19-23, 2010 (Level 1)
July 26-31 (Level 2)

November 8-12, 2010 (Level 1)
November 16-21, 2010 (Level 2)
*Optional extra class: Thai Herbal Massage, November 15, 2010

85 hours. 8:30am - 5:30pm.

This course will provide you with a strong foundation in the study of Thai Massage.

You will learn:

• 134 techniques from the northern style tradition.
• A therapeutic approach to the body which never goes to a level of pain or beyond the clients limits of comfort.
• The use of proper body alignment and awareness while performing each technique.
• All 4 positions (front, back, side and sitting) as taught by the Institute of Thai Massage (ITM) in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
• Mindfulness through yoga, meditation, and Qi Gong
  

Northern style is a slow, rhythmic massage focusing on soft tissue, producing a meditative and relaxing experience.
The 134 techniques taught will give you 3 times more than can be performed in a 1 1/2 hour session. This gives you creative alternatives and flexibility in developing individually modified sessions. This course is recognized by the Institute in Chiang Mai as a "Sister program." People receiving this certificate may go directly to advanced training levels in Thailand if they so desire. Instruction manuals are included in the fee.

Supervised Clinic
In-Clinic practice completes this program with 15 hours of session practice. This is a valuable opportunity to integrate the techniques from levels I and II and to learn modifications and session routines by working on clients and fellow students in the Spirit Winds Clinic. This supervised practice makes a marked difference in the time it may take a student to gain confidence with the techniques and to begin to intuitively apply them in Thai massage sessions.

85 CEUs
Tuition: $1,295.00
$145.00 Discount if full tuition is paid 3 weeks prior to start date $1150.00
Level 1 and 2 taken and paid separately $650 each
A nonrefundable registration fee of $100.00 is required
BRING A FRIEND AND RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL 10% DISCOUNT
PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

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Traditional Thai Massage Intensive
Levels 3 and 4
85 CEUs

Dates offered:

May 17-23, 2010
August 9-15, 2010
December 4-10, 2010

85 Hours Tutorial Style (3 students)
8:30am - 5:30pm.

Level III Advanced Sen Line Therapies
Thai massage is based on the theory that "chi" our life force energy, flows through a system of channels called sen lines. When chi is blocked tension, dysfunction or disease are created in our bodies. Using palpation combined with active and passive stretching previously learned in the Level 1 and 2 program, Level 3 focuses on advanced sen line therapies for special conditions. This then prepares you for the next level of training.
Level IV Advanced Therapeutic Thai Massage
In Level 4 you will gain in-depth knowledge of acupressure points from the Chinese system. You will learn how to work the points effectively for relieving painful conditions. You will begin to cultivate an intuitive approach to the body and how to apply therapeutic skills in a dynamic flow for transformational healing.

You will learn:
o The theory of the energy line system used in Thai medical massage called "sen"
o A comparison of the sen lines with the12 meridians (Chinese)and the nadis (India)
o The therapeutic application of sen in combination with techniques from level 1& 2
o Advanced therapies for special conditions
o Acupressure points for headache, back pain, shoulder and neck problems, and numbness in the legs and arms

85 CEUs
Tuition: $1,150.00
A nonrefundable registration fee of 50% is required

PAY IN FULL FOR LEVELS 1-4 AND RECEIVE AN
ADDITIONAL $100 DISCOUNT

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Master Teachers from Thailand coming to Spirit Winds
Master Lek Chaiya and her son Jack will be coming for a series of trainings in Nerve Touch Herbal Thai Massage

Dates offered:
September 10-18, 2010
September 10-12
(Fri-Sun) Nerve Touch Herbal Thai Massage
(20 CEUs)
$395 or $350 full early payment by Aug 10th
September 14-18
(Tues-Sat) Advanced Training (35 CEUs)
$595 or $550 full early payment by Aug 14th

8:30am-4:30pm
Nerve Touch (Thai Deep Tissue) massage applies stronger pressure using knees, elbows, feet, heels and thumbs. In Lek Chaiya's style of massage there is a rolling over or "gentle twanging" of the muscles and nerves for deep release of tension and therapeutic benefit for conditions such as sciatica, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, numbness, paralysis, frozen shoulder and many other conditions.
click here for a full description of classes and biographies

 

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Bali Retreat Training/Tour
February 17-27, 2011
Only $1095.00 + $838.00 (flight)

 

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2 Days Tandem Thai Massage Training
"4 HANDS MASSAGE"
(Two therapists One Client)
Date to be Announced for 2010

Tandem Thai Massage: What is exponentially better than Thai massage? Tandem Thai massage. You will be able to offer your clients a decadent and profoundly effective healing session with this 2 therapist approach which synchronizes movements and uses traction and stretching techniques. Both therapists are in an energetic exchange with each other and their client.
Previous Thai massage training is a prerequisite.


Tuition: 2 Day Tandem Thai Massage $295
Early registration discount (3 weeks early): $25.00 off

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Introduction To Thai Massage
Dates offered:
To be announced

. 9am-4pm. This one-weekend introduction to Thai Massage gives a tantalizing taste of this ancient healing art. It will provide the student with techniques from all four positions of Thai massage (front, back, side and sitting). These techniques will form a solid foundation for practicing a one-hour session, and will give one an appetite for learning much more.

12 CEUs
Tuition: $225.00
A nonrefundable registration fee of $50.00 is required

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Sierra Hotsprings Retreat
"Nurturing our Dreams"

Dates offered:
Spring 2010

Nurturing our Dreams is a workshop and training in Traditional Thai massage

Through Thai Massage and Guided Imagery Journeys we explore the inner depths of the soul to bring forth our highest ideals and dreams for our lives.
Janice Gagnon skillfully guides participants with compassion.

click here for a full description of training and location


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Bali Healing and Health Retreat Tour