What it's about
The Anathai courses with Thierry Bienfaisant bring anatomy in motion and osteopathy to Thai massage practitioners. Applying osteopathic and anatomical principles together with Thai yoga massage, they aim to release blockages and stagnation by bringing movement into the body while respecting its physiological and anatomical laws. Week 1 is devoted to the central axis.
Participants locate and palpate the main segments and landmarks of the spine and pelvis and clarify their biomechanics, innervation and vascularisation, which influence the receiver's mobility and vitality. Practical work uses Thai massage stretching, slow deep pressure, acupressure and dynamic approaches to release tension in the pelvis and to mobilise the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. Palpation skills are refined so that anatomy gives orientation and precision to the practice.
The course is open to all levels and backgrounds in Thai massage, regardless of previous schools or styles. It runs from 8 to 12 February 2027 (5 days, 30 hours) at Sunshine Massage School, 159/2 Kaeo Nawarat Road, Chiang Mai. It costs 11,500 baht. A deposit of 50 % of the course fee secures the place once it has been confirmed. Week 2 on the extremities follows from 15 to 19 February 2027.