Thai Metta Bodywork Academy

Thai Metta Bodywork™ (TMB) is a sacred healing practice rooted in an energy field of loving kindness ("metta"), and is inspired by traditional Thai Massage. In TMB, "metta" is expressed through multidimensional acts of compassionate presence, touch, and intention, creating an environment conducive for relief from pain and suffering.

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In general, TMB touch involves rhythmic compression with gentle rocking, deep therapeutic stretching, breath work, acupressure, reciprocal tension, meditation and so much more. This work is known for relaxing tight muscles, improving posture and alignment, promoting circulation, improving mood, and restores balance and harmony to the mind, body, and spirit. Traditionally, the full expression of this care is provided on a mat on the floor; however, there is a version of this work that can be practiced on a massage table.

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These hands-on courses explore aspects of Thai history, theory, Metta Meditation, and other elements associated with enhancing the professional applications of the work. We will also observe yoga influences and various fundamentals that are beneficial for body mechanics. 

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Trainings includes live demonstration, hands-on instruction, ample practice time, as well as a an instruction manual for those who opt to obtain one. 

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Thai Metta Bodywork Foundations (Modules 1 - 6)​

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These trainings are open to everyone, and are great for anyone interested in well-being, healing, and bodywork. No prior yoga, massage, TMB experience is necessary. Foundational flows a do not have to be taken in any particular order.

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Certification Requirements

• Module 1: Supine Position 

• Module 2: Side-Lying Position

•  Module 3: Prone Position 

• Module 4: Double Leg Stretches, Abdomen and Energy Work. 

• Module 5: Therapeutic Techniques for Common Pain Patterns—Supine & Side-lying Positions

• Module 6: Therapeutic Techniques for Common Pain Patterns—Prone & Seated Positions

• 10 Practice Hours with Friends and Family

• 2-hour Practice Session with Instructor

• Final Assessment (with instructor)

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Thai Metta Bodywork Table Adaptations

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This hands-one course explores a sequence for using Thai Metta Bodywork on a massage table, as well as how to integrated aspects of the work in a regular table massage (Swedish/Deep Tissue Massage). We will also observe various fundamentals that are beneficial for body mechanics and yoga influences. This course will demonstrate a full-body TMB treatment.

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Course includes live demonstration, hands-on instruction, ample practice time, as well as a printed instruction manual. You will receive an individual Certification of Completion after completing this module.

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This course is open to everyone, and is great for anyone interested in well-being, healing, and bodywork. No prior yoga, massage, TMB experience is necessary.​

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Thai Metta Bodywork Master Training

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This advanced training builds upon the nature of Thai Metta Bodywork explored in the Foundational Flow trainings, and invites the element of Fire and Ether into the practice. We will also observe various fundamentals that are relative to Osteopathic Integrations and Dynamic Flow.

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After introducing relevant anatomical and biomechanics concepts, we will follow the principles of Osteothai to increase recovery and adaptation of the joints, we will explore simple, safe and effective techniques intended to restore mobility and vitality in the ankles, knees, hips, wrists and shoulders.

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Primary Focus

• The (potential) encounter between Thai Massage and Osteopathy

• Introduction to the concept of reciprocal tension and slack

• Homeostasis and self-regulation

• Presence, intention, attention: the resources for effective and precise treatment

• GOT for the joints

• In-depth study of the concept of mobility and vitality

• Benefits and contraindications for common conditions of the joints

• Routine and Integration

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Course includes live demonstration, hands-on instruction, ample practice time, as well as a printed instruction manual. You will receive an individual Certification of Completion after completing this module.