The Ultimate Thai Massage Video Advanced Mat Techniques Massage Therapy Training DVD

Product description Take Thai massage to another level with this instructional DVD. Learn more advanced therapeutic techniques to provide this beautiful, rhythmic healing modality with a step-by-step demonstration of a complete advanced routine on the mat with over 50 asanas (or therapeutic postures). Beginning with Puja (affirmation), Dr. Anthony James, CMT, DPM, ND, MDAM, SMOKH, demonstrates techniques in the traditional Five Attitudes/Postures: Supine, Side Lying, Prone, Abdomen and Leg Stretching, and Seated. Techniques include gentle rocking; deep stretching; striking; kneading; pinching and rolling; pulling, rotations, and rhythmic compression with thumbs, palms, elbows, forearms, knees, and feet. For a solid understanding of Thai massage, Dr. James discusses benefits and contraindications, origins of Thai massage, different styles (the Southern Royal Method, Northern Style, and Buddhai Sawan School), Ayurvedic anatomy (the primary Chakras and Sen lines), client assessment, and room set-up. Throughout, he also addresses balance vs. structural corrections; steps emulating energy flow; 10 key points for balance; working on position, attitude, relationship, and transition; and, breath, emphasis, and pressure. Review The Body Wrap videos and massage videos are very thorough and clean. This is what I want to bring to my clients. --Jennifer Greathouse, CA, USA Very impressed with your educational resources. --Ameera Dad, England You have the best videos! It s like being right there in class. --Katherine Blanc, California Very impressed with your educational resources. --Ameera Dad, England You have the best videos! It s like being right there in class. --Katherine Blanc, California Very impressed with your educational resources. --Ameera Dad, England You have the best videos! It s like being right there in class. --Katherine Blanc, California About the Actor Dr. James, the only western Master Instructor to be recognized by the Royal Thai government and recipient of the Friend of Thailand Award, has taught and certified over 6000 practitioners full time since 1984, including many well-known teachers. He is the founder of the famous SomaVeda Institute, a residential training facility in Florida, home to The Thai Yoga Center and the International Thai Therapists Association (ITTA), and host to the NTYMBCB Thai Yoga and Thai Massage National Board Examinations. He has authored various publications, including the first Thai massage book in English. About the Director Aesthetic VideoSource offers award-winning, comprehensive instructional videos for the spa and beauty industry. Topics include Spa & Body Treatments, Facials & Skincare (including for Men and Acne), Medi-Spa Skincare, Massage & Reflexology, Waxing & Hair Removal, Manicures & Pedicures, Hair Cutting & Styling, Waiting Room Promotions, and More! Featured experts are renowned professionals in the industry.