Thai Medicinal Herbs and Herbal Compresses

Thai Medicinal Herbs and Herbal Compresses

In Thai herbal compress therapy, medicinal herbs and roots are freshly mixed, wrapped into compresses, steamed, and then applied to the body in order to relieve stress, ease tension and bring about a calm state of mind. This ancient Thai tradition has many applications in the modern world. The effects of a Thai herbal session can be truly amazing - aches and pains seem to fade away, and you feel relaxed yet energized. Thai hot herbal compresses can be adapted for all types of body therapy.

In this course we learn to mix and prepare fresh and dry herbs and roots, and we practice giving and receiving Thai herbal treatments. We use the techniques of traditional Thai healers, not the “tourist” techniques that are often taught in massage programs. Each person returns home with materials and compresses for future practice. This is a unique opportunity to study closely with the teacher, and to work in an intimate setting with a small group of people.

If you don’t have any previous knowledge of working with Thai herbs, this is a wonderful introduction. If you have already studied herbal compress therapy, you will learn new techniques and concepts to go much deeper in your work, and to provide optimal benefits to your clients. The workshop is open to all, but of special interest to massage therapists, herbalists, spa therapists, yoga practitioners, and alternative healers. Previous experience in herbalism or massage therapy is helpful, but not required.

Treat yourself, your friends, and your clients to Thai herbal compresses, infusions and teas. Join us for a workshop that can change the way you work with your clients!

October 5-6 (9-4:30), 2 days, 13 hours CEU NCBTMB - $549

Early bird discount (before August 15) and Insider Pricing Available!

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About the Instructor:

Bob Haddad, RTT

Bob is one of the most well known Western teachers of traditional Thai massage, and an acclaimed author on the subject of Thai healing arts. He has written magazine articles, and has done podcasts and radio interviews on the topics of traditional Thai massage and Thai healing arts. Bob has studied Thai healing arts and herbal compress therapy with masters in northern Thailand over a period of more than 20 years.

As an Instructor member of Thai Healing Alliance (THAI) and an Approved Provider with the National Certification Board (NCBTMB), Bob offers courses, workshops and gives presentations on Thai healing arts to therapists, students and to the general public. He is passionate about working within traditional Thai guidelines, and he integrates Thai medicinal herbs and herbal compresses into his work with clients and students. Bob teaches courses and workshops in the USA, Canada, Europe and Latin America, and has also taught at the Sunshine and Loi Kroh Massage Schools in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

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