Working with back pain
Thai Yoga Massage advanced training (40h)
This training is for practitioner who already have a little experience, and feel ready to expand their skill set. You probably find that about every second client who comes to you for a treatment, suffers from some kind of back pain. In this course you will learn the different ways we can approach back pain in our treatments, a number of protocols and a large selection of moves and techniques that will support your clients in their individual healing process.
Join us in rural romantic Portugal for a true immersion into the art of Thai Yoga Massage. This is a retreat and a training course in one ~ perfect to go deep, find more presence, connect with your Self and nature, and expand your repertoire.
Join us in rural romantic Portugal for a true immersion into the art of Thai Yoga Massage. This is a retreat and a training course in one ~ perfect to go deep, find more presence, connect with your Self and nature, and expand your repertoire.
Upcoming courses
10th-16th October 2022
at Casa do Limoeiro (residential), Portugal
at Casa do Limoeiro (residential), Portugal
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Why do people have back pain?There could be a number of reasons, why people develop back pain:
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Course overview
A mobile and vital spine is important to maintain general health, and better ease of movement allows for a better quality of life. This course is an opportunity to expand on your knowledge, your repertoire and techniques in order to give a more therapeutically relevant treatment. We will focus on:
- the different protocols to address back pain
- how to work the respective energy lines
- releasing tension in the main muscles that could be at the route of the back pain
- abdominal massage techniques
- working on the kidneys
- particular techniques directly on the spine to restore its natural vitality
- dynamic moves
- how to use your feet, knees and elbows
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The scheduleFirst day - everyone arriving in the afternoon. We will have dinner together and then join for a short session to connect.
The other days will typically unfold like this: 7.15-8.15am - Yoga (optional) 8.15am - breakfast 9.30am-1pm - class 1.15pm - lunch 4pm-6.30pm - class 7.30pm - dinner On the last day we will have yoga, breakfast and class. Everyone will leave straight after lunch. Half-way through the week, we will have half a day off. Depending on what people want to do and also the weather, we can organise a walk, trip to the coast, visit of a local vineyard amongst other things.
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About Casa do LimoeiroCasa do Limoeiro set amongst the rolling hills of Alenquer is the perfect setting offering the ideal environment for study, focus, connection and practice.
A traditional house in an idyllic little village in Alenquer, 45 minutes north of Lisbon. The large garden offers not only a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the country air, but an abundance of fruit and vegetables for our meals. Accommodation is designed for sharing, rooms are simple and comfortable. One room is en-suite, but there are plenty of bathrooms for everyone to share. The yoga shala and practice space is a very light space with beautiful views of the organic kitchen garden. Roaming peacocks and chickens may provide some entertainment ;) The food is made with natural ingredients prepared with care and consideration. The organic, locally sourced, naturally high-in-energy and balanced meals will provide delicious replenishment for body and soul. |
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What previous participants say
"It's truly been an amazing 6 days. Thank you. I feel truly inspired." ~ Emma
"This retreat has been a joy." ~ Deb
"Thank you for a beautiful, nurturing experience." ~ Thérèse
Equity pricing
This training course is offered with a scaled pricing structure with three options rather than one fixed price. The intention is to allow more people to access the course, supported by the community and those who have access to more funds. Please choose the option that feels appropriate to you and your circumstances. You will not be asked to justify your choice.
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TIER 1 REBALANCING For those with good financial resources and wish to support the participation of others to help rebalance systemic inequity. 590€ |
TIER 2 FAIR For those with medium incomes and who have sufficient financial resources and can pay the fair value for the training. 540€ |
TIER 3 SUPPORTED For those who currently have limited financial resources and can benefit from a place supplemented by the community. 490€ |
Accommodation and food
The cost of accommodation and food is separate. The available accommodation options (6 nights) are:
310€ - shared ensuite - 4 beds
355€ - shared ensuite - 2 beds
Single accommodation is available at an additional 160€, subject to availability.
Prices include three delicious meals per day, and tea, fruit and biscuits during the day. They do not include travel to and from Casa do Limoeiro, insurance or any extra activities.
Depending on requirements, we will organise transfers from and to Lisbon at a small additional cost (20€-40€ per person incl. both ways).
310€ - shared ensuite - 4 beds
355€ - shared ensuite - 2 beds
Single accommodation is available at an additional 160€, subject to availability.
Prices include three delicious meals per day, and tea, fruit and biscuits during the day. They do not include travel to and from Casa do Limoeiro, insurance or any extra activities.
Depending on requirements, we will organise transfers from and to Lisbon at a small additional cost (20€-40€ per person incl. both ways).
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