Traditional Thai Massage, or Thai Yoga Massage, is a unique form
of body therapy dating back thousands of years that incorporates
yoga, acupressure and reflexology along with its own techniques
of gentle rocking, deep stretching and compression. The movements
assist the restructuring of your musculo-skeletal framework
with great benefits for athletes, dancers and other people
who want their body to achieve maximum performance.
A clip from "Traditional Thai Massage, by Simon Piers Gall"
Channels of energy, known as Sen lines
are worked throughout the massage in order to balance
the flow of energy in the body.
Nuad Bo-Rarn Thai Massage is performed
on a mat on the floor rather than a raised table. This
allows for many movements and procedures that are not
practical or effective on a table. It allows for the
most effective use of the practitioners body weight
rather than muscular force for the transmission of pressure,
force, or energy, which creates a highly therapeutic
effect.
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Learn this powerful healing
art often referred to as "passive yoga"
R/600/8780 - Monitor and Maintain Health & Safety Practice
1. Be able to carry out a risk assessment
1.1 carry out risk assessments and take necessary actions
1.2 state the reason for carrying out risk assessments
1.3 describe the procedures for carrying out a risk assessment
1.4 describe when risk assessments should be carried out
1.5 outline necessary actions to take following a risk assessment
2. Be able to monitor health and safety in the workplace
2.1 monitor and support the work of others to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements
2.2 outline the health and safety support that should be provided to staff
2.3 outline procedures for dealing with different types of security breaches
2.4 explain the need for insurance
T/601/4457 - Client care and communication
1. Be able to communicate and behave in a professional manner when dealing with clients
1.1 behave in a professional manner within the workplace
1.2 use effective communication techniques when dealing with clients
1.3 adapt methods of communication to suit different situations and client needs
1.4 use effective consultation techniques to identify treatment objectives
1.5 provide clear recommendations to the client
1.6 assess the advantages and disadvantages of different types of communication used with clients
1.7 describe how to adapt methods of communication to suit the client and their needs
1.8 explain what is meant by the term ‘professionalism’ within beauty related industries
1.9 explain the importance of respecting a client’s ‘personal space’
1.10 describe how to use suitable consultation techniques to identify treatment objectives
1.11 explain the importance of providing clear recommendations to the client
2 Be able to manage client expectations
2.1 maintain client confidentiality in line with legislation
2.2 use retail sales techniques to meet client requirements
2.3 evaluate client feedback
2.4 evaluate measures used to maintain client confidentiality
2.5 explain the importance of adapting retail sales techniques to meet client requirements
2.6 identify methods of improving own working practices
2.7 describe how to resolve client complaint
F/503/6273 - Provide Thai Massage
1 Be able to prepare for Thai massage treatments
1.1 Prepare themselves, the client and work area for Thai massage
1.2 Use suitable consultation techniques to identify treatment objectives
1.3 Advise the client on how to prepare for the treatment
1.4 Provide clear recommendations to the client
1.5 Select products, tools and equipment to suit client treatment needs
1.6 Describe salon requirements for preparing themselves, the client and work area
1.7 Describe the environmental conditions suitable for Thai massage treatments
1.8 Describe different consultation techniques used to identify treatment objectives
1.9 Describe how to select products, tools and equipment to suit client treatment needs
1.10 Explain the contra-indications that prevent or restrict Thai massage
1.11 Describe the historical and cultural background of Thai massage
1.12 State the objectives of Thai massage treatments
1.13 State the benefits derived from Thai massage treatments
2 Be able to provide Thai massage treatments
2.1 Communicate and behave in a professional manner
2.2 Follow health and safety working practices
2.3 Position themselves and client correctly throughout the treatment
2.4 Use products, tools, equipment and techniques to suit client treatment needs
2.5 Complete the treatment to the satisfaction of the client
2.6 Record and evaluate the results of the treatment
2.7 Provide suitable aftercare advice
2.8 Explain how to communicate and behave in a professional manner
2.9 Describe health and safety working practices
2.10 Explain the importance of positioning themselves and the client correctly throughout treatment
2.11 Explain the importance of using products, tools, equipment and techniques to suit client treatment needs
2.12 Describe how treatments can be adapted to suit client treatment needs
2.13 State the contra-actions that may occur during and following Thai massage treatment and how to respond
2.14 Explain the importance of completing the treatment to the satisfaction of the client
2.15 Explain the importance of completing accurate treatment records
2.16 Describe the methods of evaluating the effectiveness of the treatment
2.17 Describe the aftercare advice that should be provided
2.18 Describe the effects of Thai massage on the body
2.19 Describe the uses of Thai massage techniques
2.20 Describe legislation relating to the provision of Thai massage treatments
2.21 Describe the structure and main functions of the following in relation to Thai Massage:
skin
skeletal
muscular
cardio-vascular
lymphatic
nervous
digestive
urinary
endocrine
respiratory
The Practitioner course focuses mainly on the Southern style of
Thai Massage and By completion candidates will be able to
complete a full body Thai Massage in all 5 positions for up
to 2 hours.
Perform an entire Thai massage in the front, side, back,
inverted and sitting position.
Initiate energy movement through the body, along Sen
(energy) lines.
Use fingers, thumbs, palms, elbows, knees and feet effectively
as part of Thai massage.
Compare and contrast other therapies with Thai massage.
Open the Hara with focused abdominal work to perform
a powerful healing massage.
Perform Thai Massage with sensitivity and awareness.
Course Entry Requirements
& Pre-requisites
There are no course entry requirements or pre-requisites, although a good command of the English language is required.
Course Duration
This course is taught over 4 days, with a further assessment date. Based on a minimum of 4 people training.
For smaller groups, one to one, or in house training please enquire directly
Assessment
Portfolio of Evidence
Practical Observation/Assessment
Case Study Completion—a minimum of 10 treatments with
5 people treated twice each. Each case study must be written
up and recorded (further explanation will be given during
the course).
The Examination Body
The VTCT (Vocational Training Charitable Trust) has over
40 years experience as an awarding body, maintaining the highest
standards in the practice of massage and holistic therapies.
VTCT is approved by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority
(QCA) for inclusion in the National Qualifications Framework.
VTCT qualifications are recognised both nationally and internationally.
The Level II course builds on the techniques learnt in Level
I so that the candidate has many more techniques to choose
from to tailor the massage more specifically to the individual.
The focus is on Northern techniques and incorporates the tutors
study from many schools in Thailand
Perform advanced Thai massage techniques in the front,
side, back, inverted and sitting position.
Initiate energy movement through the body, along Sen
(energy) lines, with the intention of alleviating bodily
diseases or ailments.
Use fingers, thumbs, palms, elbows, knees and feet effectively
as part of Thai massage.
Locate and name the Sip Sen of Thai Massage, along with
their characteristics.
Tailor a Traditional Thai Massage depending on the clients
presenting conditions.
Make and use traditional herbal compresses within a Thai
Massage.
Course Entry Requirements & Pre-requisites
Candidates must have first completed the VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Thai Massage with the London School of Thai Massage.
Course Duration
This is a 5 day course with a follow up assessment day
Assessment
Written Theory Assessment (exam conditions)
Practical Observation
Case Study Completion—a minimum of 10 treatments with
5 people treated twice each. Each case study must be written
up and recorded (further explanation will be given during
the course).
The Examination Body
As there are no National Occupational Standards for Traditional
Thai Massage, the course is assessed internally to accepted
National Standards of Assessment. The FHT (Federation of Holistic
Therapists) recognise our qualifications, along with many
other governing bodies.
Further Study
Chavutti Thirumal, Tui Na, and many more traditional massage
techniques from around the world.
