What it's about
The Healing Touch of Thai Massage Level 1 is a three-day introductory training in traditional Thai massage with David Roma at the Philadelphia School of Massage & Bodywork. It is open to everyone and teaches a 90-minute Thai massage sequence in a small group, with a manual and a certificate.
Thai massage is taught as a floor-based practice on a mat that combines assisted, yoga-like stretches, acupressure and bodyweight pressure with palms, thumbs, elbows and knees, without oil. The course works on smooth transitions, a slow and rhythmic flow, attention to intention and metta (loving-kindness). According to the general Level 1 description, it also covers the history of the art form, body awareness and body mechanics, self care and business practices, with hands-on practice and feedback.
The training runs from 26 to 28 March 2027, Friday to Sunday, 9 am to 4 pm, at 263 N Lawrence Street, Philadelphia. No prior Thai massage experience is required. The fee is 495 US dollars, including manual and certificate, and massage therapists receive 21 NCBTMB CE credits. Fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled but can be transferred to another person.