Thai 307: Thai Massage for Pregnancy and the Elderly

Cost: $325 (USD) includes manual: “Thai Massage for Pregnancy & the Elderly~ The Soft Approach” by Shai Plonski To register: Space is limited to 8 students $150 deposit to reserve, balance due on the first day of class Payment by Paypal transfer, Visa or Master Card Email info@stillightcentre.com to register

Dates: April 9-10 2016 Time: Saturday & Sunday Location: Boulder, Colorado In this class we will cover therapeutic applications for giving highly effective and customized Thai Massages for populations in need. We will look in-depth how to massage for pregnancy as well as for the Elderly and what it means to explore the softer side of Thai Massage. Thai massage is especially well-suited for women seeking relief from the natural stresses of adapting physically, mentally, and emotionally to pregnancy. Designed with the goal of promoting relaxation and wellness, this course addresses many common concerns of pregnant women, with a focus on the needs and limitations characteristic of each trimester. Similarly, working with the elderly is one of the most rewarding ways to give Thai massage and the methods taught in this course are equally effective in serving these members of our community who are both underserved and urgently in need of compassionate touch. For students looking to expand their niche and increase their client base, developing an expertise in pregnancy and elderly massage is a wonderful opportunity to grow ones practice. What’s more, this sequence provides a great foundation to massage anyone with chronic pain, and a host of therapeutic needs, such as back pain and joint issues. After completing this course students will be able to: • Complete up to a 75-minute, full-body Thai massage session for pregnant or elderly clients, as well as those who require a softer touch; • Understand the unique needs of these populations and important contraindications for specific massage techniques and postures; and • Address common ailments and discomforts associated with pregnancy and the aging body. No prior massage experience is necessary to be educated in this methodology and couples are welcome to attend. Cost: $325 includes manual: “Thai Massage for Pregnancy & the Elderly~ The Soft Approach” by Shai Plonski To register: Space is limited to 8 students $150 deposit to reserve, balance due on the first day of class Payment by Paypal transfer, Visa or Master Card Email info@stillightcentre.com About Shai Plonski: Over the past 15 years Shai has taught Thai Massage at some of the largest yoga centers in world including as a regular at the Kripalu Center and Omega Institute. He has authored or co-authored 14 manuals and books on the practice of Thai Massage, trained over 2500 practitioners and 100 teachers in this healing art. As the co-founder of the Still Light Centre he brings a passionate and calm approach to his teaching that can bring out the Thai master in anyone. He believes that compassionate touch is our birthright.