Photos courtesy of Andy Krupp & Karen Schneider
East Bay (Oakland)
Tandem Thai Workshop @ Mckinnon Institute of Bodywork Therapy
Saturday, June 14th, 2014, 9am - 6pm
In this day long workshop, we will explore the cutting edge arena of Tandem Thai where two practitioners work on one client. Working with another practitioner in tandem is both a unique and challenging experience that requires learning to listen to one's own body, the client's and the other practitioner simultaneously. Special attention has to be given to transitioning from one part of the body to another. By becoming familiar with the 8 principles of Tandem we learn to create an experience that is both flowing and rich, a delight to both give and receive.
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Intro Thai Massage - Learning the Fundamentals @ Mckinnon Institute of Bodywork Therapy
Tue/Thurs, 6 Weeks (48 hours), 9am - 1pm, Feb 4 - Mar 13, 2014 - $865
Tue/Thurs, 7 Weeks (48 hours), 6:30 - 10 pm, Oct 7 - Nov 20, 2014
Learn to open the energy lines of the body with movement, stretching and compression. This ancient and dynamic form of bodywork opens the joints and releases blocked energy and can be practiced in its traditional form or integrated with other forms.
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Intermediate Thai Massage - Working with Structural Injuries @ Mckinnon Institute of Bodywork Therapy
Tue/Thurs, 4 Weeks (32 hours), 9am - 1pm, Apr 01 - Apr 24, 2014 - $610
This class builds upon the instruction in Thai I which is an introduction to the basic forms, principles and techniques of Thai Massage in each of the primary positions: Supine, Prone, Side-Lying & Seated. In Thai II we continue to learn new techniques but now the emphasis shifts to addressing issues and injuries relating to common structural ailments such as sciatica, low back pain, frozen shoulder etc. After taking this course, students will be better prepared to apply their knowledge of Thai Yoga bodywork towards helping clients coping with injuries and pain.
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Advanced Thai Massage - Integrating Ayurveda @ Mckinnon Institute of Bodywork Therapy
Tue/Thurs, 4 Weeks (32 hours), 9am - 1pm, May 06 - May 29, 2014 - $610
In Thai I we were introduced to the basic elements & principles of Thai Massage. In Thai II we learned to adapt these techniques to address common structural injuries. In Thai III we explore the principles of Ayurvedic medicine, one of the fundamental roots of the Thai tradition and see how they can be applied to our bodywork practice. We start by learning about the seven major personality types central to Ayurvedic diagnosis. Then we determine what form of Thai bodywork is best suited to each of these personality types and how to design a sequence to benefit each type. Finally, we examine the five Vayus (subtle energies) as well as twelve Marma (energetic points) to see how they can be integrated to help us work at a deeper level.
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Tandem Thai Workshop @ Mckinnon Institute of Bodywork Therapy
Saturday, June 14th, 2014, 9am - 6pm
In this day long workshop, we will explore the cutting edge arena of Tandem Thai where two practitioners work on one client. Working with another practitioner in tandem is both a unique and challenging experience that requires learning to listen to one's own body, the client's and the other practitioner simultaneously. Special attention has to be given to transitioning from one part of the body to another. By becoming familiar with the 8 principles of Tandem we learn to create an experience that is both flowing and rich, a delight to both give and receive.
Sign Up (please scroll to the bottom of the Electives page when redirected)
Intro Thai Massage - Learning the Fundamentals @ Mckinnon Institute of Bodywork Therapy
Tue/Thurs, 6 Weeks (48 hours), 9am - 1pm, Feb 4 - Mar 13, 2014 - $865
Tue/Thurs, 7 Weeks (48 hours), 6:30 - 10 pm, Oct 7 - Nov 20, 2014
Learn to open the energy lines of the body with movement, stretching and compression. This ancient and dynamic form of bodywork opens the joints and releases blocked energy and can be practiced in its traditional form or integrated with other forms.
Sign Up (please scroll to the bottom of the Electives page when redirected)
Intermediate Thai Massage - Working with Structural Injuries @ Mckinnon Institute of Bodywork Therapy
Tue/Thurs, 4 Weeks (32 hours), 9am - 1pm, Apr 01 - Apr 24, 2014 - $610
This class builds upon the instruction in Thai I which is an introduction to the basic forms, principles and techniques of Thai Massage in each of the primary positions: Supine, Prone, Side-Lying & Seated. In Thai II we continue to learn new techniques but now the emphasis shifts to addressing issues and injuries relating to common structural ailments such as sciatica, low back pain, frozen shoulder etc. After taking this course, students will be better prepared to apply their knowledge of Thai Yoga bodywork towards helping clients coping with injuries and pain.
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Advanced Thai Massage - Integrating Ayurveda @ Mckinnon Institute of Bodywork Therapy
Tue/Thurs, 4 Weeks (32 hours), 9am - 1pm, May 06 - May 29, 2014 - $610
In Thai I we were introduced to the basic elements & principles of Thai Massage. In Thai II we learned to adapt these techniques to address common structural injuries. In Thai III we explore the principles of Ayurvedic medicine, one of the fundamental roots of the Thai tradition and see how they can be applied to our bodywork practice. We start by learning about the seven major personality types central to Ayurvedic diagnosis. Then we determine what form of Thai bodywork is best suited to each of these personality types and how to design a sequence to benefit each type. Finally, we examine the five Vayus (subtle energies) as well as twelve Marma (energetic points) to see how they can be integrated to help us work at a deeper level.
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Intro Shiatsu @ Mckinnon Institute of Bodywork Therapy
Mon/Wed, 8 Weeks (64 hours), 6:30 - 10:00pm, Jan 6 - Mar 22, 2014 - $835
Shiatsu is an ancient Japanese healing art, based in the concepts of Chinese medicine, that incorporates stretching, medium to deep pressure techniques, rhythmic movements and the use of various body tools to create wonderfully relaxing and restorative massage. The objective of this basic 64-hour course is to familiarize students with traditional floor Shiatsu in prone, supine, side-lying and seated positions. Students will learn the meridians and the use of techniques to relieve stagnation and promote the free flow of qi (energy) in the body. Shiatsu is an extremely versatile modality, done over clothes, which can be practiced in virtually any setting. This class will prepare students to offer basic sessions and incorporate Shiatsu into their practice.
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Shiatsu is an ancient Japanese healing art, based in the concepts of Chinese medicine, that incorporates stretching, medium to deep pressure techniques, rhythmic movements and the use of various body tools to create wonderfully relaxing and restorative massage. The objective of this basic 64-hour course is to familiarize students with traditional floor Shiatsu in prone, supine, side-lying and seated positions. Students will learn the meridians and the use of techniques to relieve stagnation and promote the free flow of qi (energy) in the body. Shiatsu is an extremely versatile modality, done over clothes, which can be practiced in virtually any setting. This class will prepare students to offer basic sessions and incorporate Shiatsu into their practice.
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Advanced Shiatsu
T/Th 9/10/13-12/19/13 (125 hours) 6:30-10pm plus 3 Saturday 10/5, 11/2, 12/14 - $1695
Advanced Shiatsu will take you deeper into this rich modality of Shiatsu. We will start to use the process of assessment to inform the decision making process, so that there is more intention behind the techniques, and we are moving toward a desired outcome. Start developing the palpation skill to sense excess and deficiency-Kyo and Jitsu-and learn how to open the body to a more balanced state. We will go into detailed verbal intake and use the 5-elements as a foundation.
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Advanced Shiatsu will take you deeper into this rich modality of Shiatsu. We will start to use the process of assessment to inform the decision making process, so that there is more intention behind the techniques, and we are moving toward a desired outcome. Start developing the palpation skill to sense excess and deficiency-Kyo and Jitsu-and learn how to open the body to a more balanced state. We will go into detailed verbal intake and use the 5-elements as a foundation.
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Thai Massage Playshop @ Chakralicious Camp. Burning Man, 2012
