Working with the Chakra system - releasing energy patterns
Advanced Thai Yoga Massage & bodywork training (40h)

This training is for bodywork practitioners with a reasonable amount of experience and who are ready to dive more deeply into the subtle layers of our Being and learn how to touch and connect with someone's energy. Drawing from the yogic teachings of the Chakras as well as their application in western psychology, we will look at how different patterns manifest in body and how we can create the space for release, healing and growth. 

This course offers the opportunity to expand on your knowledge, your repertoire and techniques in order to give a more therapeutically relevant treatment. Aside from learning a variety of techniques such as dynamic moves and how to use your feet, knees and elbows, we will focus on the subtle touch and how to develop your intuition. 

Casa do Limoeiro set amongst the rolling hills of Alenquer is the perfect setting offering the ideal environment for study, focus, connection and practice. ​​Join us in rural romantic Portugal for a true immersion into this ancient healing art. 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 2025
​​at Casa do Limoeiro (residential), Portugal

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Why use the Chakra system as the 'map' in  Thai Yoga Massage or other bodywork

Thai Yoga Massage and other Eastern practices draw in many aspects from the Yogic philosophy and understanding of our energetic Being. We don't just work on the physical body, but on our Being as a whole, which means we also touch people's emotional and mental, as well as energetic state. Here are just some of the ways this informs our treatments:

• The Chakras have very different qualities, which might be reflected in the moves we choose - we can work with deeper pressure for more grounding for example, or more stretches for more uplift.
• The Chakras relate to various functions in our body, which we can address, vitalise and restore specifically in a treatment, for example the digestive system for the 3rd Chakra. 
• The Chakras also map different parts of the body's anatomy, and we could focus on a particular area more, like the shoulder girdle for the 4th Chakra. 
• The Chakras correspond with different elements, which we can bring into our touch. We might work with more fire and energy, or more flowing like water, or very light like air. 
• Each Chakra speaks to a whole range of emotions and depending on what the client might share with you, the focus of your treatment might shift. When people suffer from pain in their body, it often relates to emotional, stress or anxiety tension. 

Course overview

​In this course you will learn:

• All the different qualities of the seven main Chakras, their tendencies and imbalances
• How these imbalances in each Chakra can manifest as physical, mental or emotional symptoms
• The developmental issues and trauma that can contribute to an imbalance
• A large selection of moves and techniques to support each of the seven Chakras
• How to create and hold a safe space
• Resourcing tools
• How to hone your listening skills
• The subtleties of a healing touch
• The different qualities of touch
• The fundamentals of self-care
• How to develop your own Hara​

This is probably the most comprehensive advanced course I offer in terms of volume of material. The basis of the training is Thai Yoga Massage, but I also draw from osteopathic principles, cranio-sacral therapy, Chinese Medicine, Shamanic practices and Polyvagal theory.  

The course is packed with moves and techniques to elevate your practice. This will allow you to give treatments with a much more therapeutic focus, addressing conditions such as: 

• digestive issues
• pelvic girdle pain, back pain, joint pain
• stagnation, lack of vitality
• headaches
• ​respiratory issues
• poor circulation
• and more

Examples of a couple of basic sequences

The schedule of this training

First day - everyone arriving in the afternoon between 16h and 18h.
18:00 - Opening Circle
19:30 - dinner

The other days will typically unfold like this: 
07:15-08:15 - Yoga or movement practice (optional)
08:15 - breakfast
09:30a-13:00 - class 
13:00 - lunch
16:00-19:00(ish) - class
19:30 - dinner

On the last day we will have yoga, breakfast and class. Everyone will leave straight after lunch at 14h. 
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 go for a walk, visit a local vineyard, or relax by the pool. ​

About Casa do Limoeiro

Casa 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. All the rooms are en-suite. The yoga dome 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.

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.

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: 
€365 - shared ensuite - 4 beds
€410 - shared room with shared bathroom - twin or double
€435 - shared ensuite - 2 beds
​Single accommodation is available at an additional 170€, 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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