Expanding Vocabulary- Phase 2 FSM
Expanding vocabulary - ( INKING Analogy )
This workshop is intended for those students who have already familiarized themselves with the Thai Massage practice through taking Thai 1 and its ok to begin with this phase as well. We will extensively review the Thai 1 material, both strengthening knowledge of the form itself and deepening awareness within the exercises, in order to bring our consciousness to a more subtle level during the healing process. also we wil add more moves to each sequence.
If you missed phase 1 it's OK to jump in to phase 2. Just know that there will be a lot of material covered. It is often that there will be students who missed the first class jumping in at this phase so Ariela will modify it for you. There's also the option for a private tutor prior or after class if students would like support.
In our first weekend together we learned the watercolor phase. In this class we will begin to learn inking. I love the analogies of art. I perceive Thai-Massage as an art. In the inking aspect of this art we will tap into the energy lines and the acupressure points. We will review and also build.
1 day Fire Cupping Make up for old Students
One Day Make up - Fire Cupping class for old students.
This is a review or make up class for students who attend the master class. Some exceptions are made. Contact Ariela to see if there is room.
You will need to have a set of cups
Cotton balls
99% alcohol
Hemostats that lock
Thai Foot at Aquarian dreams
Thai Foot Reflexology at the Beach!!
In this workshop students will learn to give an hour long session on the feet alone, while still affecting the whole body through aware stimulation of the sen lines and marma points. Utilizing both dry and wet massage (with and without oil) as well as a Thai foot stick, to glide the lines and press the points with greater accuracy and precision then the hands alone could provide.
The style we will be exploring is a method derived from Shivaga Komarpaj of the Chiang Mai school of Thai Massage, and is for everyone. Students will Luxuriate in two days of amazing foot work.
In this workshop you will need to bring two towels and some Shea butter. Some rosewater spray is also an antimicrobial and adds a beautiful component to our work.
If you would like to work on the massage table please bring one. If you would like to work on the mat on the ground bring a send memory foam, a thai mat or I thick blanket.
Thai Foot Reflexology at the DASHA collective in Gainesville
Spend the weekend with us at the beautiful Dasha Collective in Gainesville Florida.
In this workshop students will learn to give an hour long session on the feet alone, while still affecting the whole body through aware stimulation of the sen lines and marma points. Utilizing both dry and wet massage (with and without oil) as well as a Thai foot stick, to glide the lines and press the points with greater accuracy and precision then the hands alone could provide.
The style we will be exploring is a method derived from Shivaga Komarpaj of the Chiang Mai school of Thai Massage, and is for everyone. Students will Luxuriate in two days of amazing foot work.
In this workshop you will need to bring two towels and some Shea butter. Some rosewater spray is also an antimicrobial and adds a beautiful component to our work.
If you would like to work on the massage table please bring one. If you would like to work on the mat on the ground bring a send memory foam, a thai mat or I thick blanket.
Advanced Postures of Thai Massage at FSM / Callage'
Advanced Postures - ( Callage’ Analagy )
lets learn the amazing “Seated Sequence” together!
Thai Massage is Flat without the knowledge of how to apply touch in the seated position. In this workshop, we will learn the beautiful “Lotus Palm” version of seated along with an advanced focus on digestion and some fancy flips with deeper back bends for more flexible clients.
The deeper component of this workshop is the ability to assess how to create a session depending on who shows up. At this point we've learned the foot sequence, the single leg sequence, sideline sequence, prone sequence, double leg sequence and closing sequence. By adding the seated sequence we can pick and choose how we want to begin our session depending on our clients in balance. It is perfectly acceptable to leave out things and spend more time with other things. I called this class collage because we've reached a point in our practice where we can design our canvas specifically to the needs of our partner.
When you apply for the course you will see the option for registering for all seven or just one. If you would like the discount since you're applying for all seven and you missed the first few classes you can apply this tuition toward the next cycle. Either way you can either jump in one weekend at a time or you can commit to all seven and graduate at the next cycle.
Energy Lines of Thai Massage at FSM
Energy Lines & Ayurvedic applications
The system we will be exploring during this class is a descendant of a synthesis of India’s Ayurvedic medical healing art and China’s meridian methodology. In Thai Massage we cultivate an awareness of the “sen” lines and practice various techniques with the intent of bringing them into balance with each other.
Two of the greatest practitioners of our time (Asokananda, Kam Thye Chow) pieced together fragments found in various Buddhist temples around the world, and together have co-created a modern interpretation of this ancient knowledge. At this stage in the deepening of our skills and awareness of the present we will honor the continuation of the Thai Massage lineage through extending our conscious knowledge and encompassing a more subtle comprehension of the bodies energy pathways.
In this class we will learn a sequence for each line and really feel the quality it brings to our work,
When you apply for the course you will see the option for registering for all seven or just one. If you would like the discount since you're applying for all seven and you missed the first few classes you can apply this tuition toward the next cycle. Either way you can either jump in one weekend at a time or you can commit to all seven and graduate at the next cycle
Hatha Yoga with Thai Massage as Assists at the FSM
In this weekend workshop, we will break down the classic Hatha Yoga sequence as taught to Ariela by the Sivananada School of yoga in South India, and we will add her many years of experience as a Thai Massage teacher to help deepen the postures.
Every asana will be demonstrated for the instructor to feel the essence of the posture and then we will use Thai Massage techniques to shoot of energy lines and help develop a deeper awareness through assisted stretching. All levels are welcome. One must not need any experience to join.
In ancient days when the Yogi was in isolation they learned to do self massage. There is a technique in the lineage of Thai Massage called Reusi Dat Ton. We will learn what's known as the hermits massage. What does one do when there is no one to take care of us. We practice Ruisi. It is believed that this is where Thai-Massage came from.
We will practice a full Sivananda Sequence for different constitutions. Gentle and grounding, heating and stimulating and energetic and increasing of energy, Learning to assess what’s best for each individual will be the goal of the practice.
* Each Asana will be broken down and explained as to the therapeutic benefit.
* A Thai Massage Assist will be shown for each posture.
*Awareness and practical use of Pranayama will be shared in ines posture and as an assist in Deepening.
*Joint and self massage techniques will be shown so all can take care of oneself between clients..
Ayurvedic Applications to Thai Massage - Phase 5 at FSM
One day the student asked if Thai-Massage is just a series of memorized sequences. This moved me in the same way it must have moved my teacher, Kam Thy Chow as well.
Of course the sequences give us a foundation but ultimately one must become intuitive and have an understanding of the elemental body. This is how Ayurveda can come to play.
In this class we will break down the winds and how they affect our emotions. How to choose postures to balance different constitutions and how to understand the importance of feeling each of the elements in our own body so we are practicing with Wisdom. In this class we breathe life into the sequence.
We will learn to identify the Doshas, Vayus and Pulse points. A breakdown of some of the Buddhist foundations such as, Sila, Samhadi and Panya. Which of the foundations of all good thai practitioners.
Ariela Compares this class to the Wizard of Oz when it goes from Black and White to multi color. Its a wonderful weekend of energy work.
When you apply for the course you will see the option for registering for all seven or just one. If you would like the discount since you're applying for all seven and you missed the first few classes you can apply this tuition toward the next cycle. Either way you can either jump in one weekend at a time or you can commit to all seven and graduate at the next cycle.
Advanced Sideline Postures of Thai Massage at FSM
Advanced Side line Sequence
Join us for a weekend of Sideline Postures that was taught to Ariela by Laurino Bertelli from the Sunshine Network in Chang Mai, Thailand.
In this weekend you will be able to work more effectively on pregnant clients as well as athletes.
This modified sequence wil give us many more options to address classic Hip and Shoulder Pain in this orthodox Sideline Position and it is a dynamic style that will bring more diversity, beauty and curiosity to your work.
This will be our sixth weekend together. It is a combination of Ayurveda, energy lines and advanced posture is in the sideline position. A lot of the Siddhi postures we've learned in phase 3 will be reviewed but in the sideline position. It is a dynamic workshop that offers ways to address the body in such a beautiful and creative way. I am thankful to the Sunshine net work and the teachers who brought this lineage to me in Montreal many years ago shortly after Asokananda passed. It felt like a true gift to my practice and it is a pleasure to share it to serious students of Thai-Massage.
When you apply for the course you will see the option for registering for all seven or just one. If you would like the discount since you're applying for all seven and you missed the first few classes you can apply this tuition toward the next cycle. Either way you can either jump in one weekend at a time or you can commit to all seven and graduate at the next cycle.
Thai Foot Reflexology- Phase 7 at FSM ( Graduation)
This is our seventh class in our long journey together and it will be an honoring of ones walk into the world as Tai Yogis! We will have a celebration and graduation at the end of class. If you would like to attend as a single workshop we absolutely invite you to join us. This class stands alone and no other experience needed except to want to share compassionate loving touch through the feet.
In this workshop students will learn to give an hour long session on the feet alone, while still affecting the whole body through aware stimulation of the sen lines and marma points. Utilizing both dry and wet massage (with and without oil) as well as a Thai foot stick, to glide the lines and press the points with greater accuracy and precision then the hands alone could provide. The style we will be exploring is a method derived from Shivaga Komarpaj of the Chiang Mai school of Thai Massage, and is for everyone, therapists and lay people alike. This is a powerful healing tool that can be implemented on it's own, or as an addition to the full body massage. No prior massage experience is necessary to be educated in this methodology.
Hatha Yoga with Thai Assists at Aquarian Dreams
In this weekend workshop, we will break down the classic Hatha Yoga sequence as taught to Ariela by the Sivananada School of yoga in South India, and we will add her many years of experience as a Thai Massage teacher to help deepen the postures.
Every asana will be demonstrated for the practitioner to feel the essence of the posture and then we will use Thai Massage techniques to shoot of energy lines and help develop a deeper awareness through assisted stretching.
Winter BLISS CAMP at the SHALA
Triple Gem Certification
40 hours of Thai Massage
Winter Thai Massage BLISS CAMP IS BACK
The Bell has struck and the time is coming for our first long course back at our beautiful home.
Sometimes I imagine I am a spider listening to the subtleties that life presents and as I sit on my web and observe the changes and the needs of our community > Its time for a long course!!
We will be hosting a small residential experience. Ideally this class will be for those who don't live so near and have not been able to take any in person classes due to the distance.. We have room for 9 students.
All of the students will be able to stay with us here at the Shala. We will live together practicing Thai-Massage daily. There will also be time for a walking, swimming, yoga and meditation. ( Lodging Available for a small fee)
North Florida is so beautiful this time of year and the nature is exquisite. We live very near a lake so there will be lots of opportunity to be in nature and enjoy the incredible wildlife.
This program is called “Triple Gem Yogi’s “
The class format will look something like this -
Arrival Friday night for a light vegetarian meal.
Every morning from 7:30am to 8:30am will be an optional meditation and yoga space.
We will have two full weekend classes ansd shorter classes through the week
January 3rd -4th - Introduction to Thai Massage 14 hours
January 5th rest day
January 6th-9th -
7:30am - 8:30am Yoga ( optional)
9am - 10am breakfast
10am -1pm class
6pm Practice (Optional).
January 10th-11th Thai Foot Reflexology
January 12th Massage a resident and graduation and certificates
Students will be awarded a certificate if completed the whole program .
In the evening we will be able to have a collective practice what we learned in the morning and possibly a music jam and time to create art and journal and simply be together. Dinners will be done collectively. We have a communal kitchen and we can help make food for each other as a family.
For those who have taken other trainings with me or are curious on the curriculum basically in these 10 days , we will learn phase 1-2 nd Thai Foot.
On the last morning we will have an opportunity to practice on someone from the community. And then we will award certificates.
PHASE 1- Thai Massage with Herbal Compress
Welcome to the Master Student Protocol Class
This is the first weekend of our seven month master training. In this first weekend we will get to know each other and talk about some of our goals as advanced therapists. We will also spend the day studying the use of plant medicine, creating an herbal compress, and understand how to give a specific pampering and Vata and reducing session. ( Vata means to much wind ).
Master Student Title-
All students who have completed all seven phases of the earlier certification program titled” Ayurveda and Thai-Massage Certification” are eligible to take this class. If you have taken both programs you will receive the title of master student and be eligible to come to any of Ariela's classes in the future as an assistant teacher at no charge.
Intoduction class is a pampering day of making bundles and learning how to give a spa treatment.
Thai Herbal Bundle Therapy is a multi-therapy massage treatment, combining traditional Thai Massage, aromatherapy, and herbal healing. This class will demonstrate a massage therapy that dates back several thousand years, and incorporates knowledge gathered and passed on for generations concerning the medicinal effects of plants, whether through ingestion or application to the body. In Thailand, the herbal compress is called luk pra kob ("herbal pressing sphere"). In the U.S. it is referred to as an "herbal steam" or "herbal ball". An herbal compress is made by combining a number of healing herbs, bundled together in a muslin ball with a short handle, according to ancient recipes. Originally, this herbal therapy was designed to reduce pain and inflammation, especially for soldiers after battles and for Postpartum women suffering the after effects of childbirth. Nowadays, the application and massage of these compresses to the body are used more generally to relieve all manner of aches and pains, be it from physical labor, exertion, or simply the stresses and strains of modern living The compresses contain a blend of aromatic and therapeutic traditional Thai herbs – up to 15-20 herbs – wrapped in cotton muslin and then steamed to release the potent qualities of the herbs, which impart both a relaxing and an invigorating effect on the mind and body after application. It is a beautiful addition to the traditional sequence and adds a deeper healing for acute and chronic pain of the body.
Heaven and Earth - Special Shala Weekend
Class will be Saturday and Sunday from 9:30am - 4:30 pm both days
Ariela created this class for both advance students and also beginners. It is a multifaceted weekend exploring the subtlety and awareness of both rising and falling energy and cultivating intuition so that one can spend more time on what's actually needed.
At the end of the weekend we will have a foundation in which to grow in this beautiful art. If you are a student of Thai Massage already, it will reinforce some of the more important aspects and reinvigorate your practice. All are welcome to attend.
Ariela will modify the program so that all feel met.
Ariela has been traveling for many years teaching the art of Thai-Massage. One year she was invited to teach at a retreat center in western Massachusetts where there were students who had been studying with her for many years and also students who were just coming for their first time. This was how the intention of this program was developed. How does one create a program that is both accessible for the novice and for the already developed practitioner.
There's never a limit to awareness. Awareness can grow and be cultivated. In this awareness ariela will spend time with the beautiful smooth transitions that arise from one posture to the other. We will also spend time developing presence in curiosity within all of the stretches and spending more time on what our partner would benefit from most. Communication through language and touch and development of intuition is the primary intention for our weekend workshop.
There will be a program beginning in January so if a new Student would like to see iff Thai Massage is indeed something they would like to pursue this an effective way to take a peek at the teaching style and environment.
PHASE 2- Thai Massage for Headache and Neck Pain
The Headache and Neck pain class was developed by Ariela with the attempt to share a very specific Thai-Massage treatment plan. The way she put these sequences together was by studying the marma points of Ayurveda. She learned which marma points are relative to headache and also applied the Ayurvedic understanding of the winds. (for example if one has a headache due to too much expansion of one's energy Thai-Massage will bring the movements inward and if someone has a headache due to lack of movement lack and lack of outward energy then the Thai-Massage sequence will help with expansion and postures will help increase energy )
Headaches may arise because of different reasons, for example it may be from digestion, it may be from mental tension, it may be environmental or maybe due to physical stress. If we communicate with our partner we can offer a specific treatment just for them.
Join Ariela for a weekend of self-care the use of sandalwood paste and the discovery of Ayurveda and Thai Massage to help relieve headaches.
PHASE 3- Thai Herbal Bundle/ Stomach Pain and Digestion
In this class we will learn different treatments to help heal stomach pain. We will learn the, use of MOXA ( Mugwort ) and drink herbal teas! ( Mint, catnip, fennel, Anise ) we will also learn how to use fire cupping. This weekend covers ways to address stomach pain without even touching the belly. Learn how to massage feet legs and apply incredible fire cupping techniques to help reduce inflammation.
There is nothing much worse than a bellyache.
In our very complex society it is not uncommon that many have digestive issues. In this class we will discuss various reasons why people have developed stomach ailments and we will learn the root cause and apply various treatment plans.
We as massage therapists can offer a wonderful treatment plan that allows the digestive track to relax and realign and become more balanced. We will also discuss some lifestyle changes that may have triggered an excess of heat or a deficiency of heat in one's digestive fire. In India there is a belief that one must keep the Agni in check. Agni is our digestive fire.
The result of this week in class will give the student tools to work in different ways for different Peli pain and also the hope is that the practitioner will also receive deep healing in areas that will help one of the strength to continue in this field with inspiration and enthusiasm
PHASE 4- Thai Massage for Hip Pain and Sciatica
In this class we will learn various reasons why we have hip and leg pain and how to offer a Thai Massage session specializing in these areas including Sciatica.
We will learn to determine the reasons for various hip pain by beginning by assessment of the imbalances that may occur in the left and right side of the body and we will try to muscularly bring some balance with subtle stretching and massage.
We will also learn the major marma points or acupressure points on the body relative to specific hip pain. The goal of our weekend workshop will be to help determine the root cause of why the hip is hurting and to choose accordingly. Thai Massage postures, marma point therapy and quality of touch can help us as practitioners bring relief to someone suffering with hip pain and even Sciatica
Thai-Massage has so many wonderful moves to help ease pain for hips. Join us for a weekend of learning, self-care and many tools to help our community be free from pain.
PHASE 5- Thai Massage for Shoulder Pain
In this class we will learn the various shoulder disorders and learn treatment plans for them.
And this weekend workshop we will learn to understand the various reasons of why shoulder pain may present itself. By learning the individual acupressure points and by understanding the cause of the injury we can pick particular time massage moves that will help bring balance to the injury from the more severe icase to simple hypertonicity. We will learn to give an extensive session depending on the clients individual needs.
There are various tools that may be implemented in our session such as a Guasha tool, a bread roller, the use of cupping and the use of heat and cold. We will learn how to incorporate some tools to maximize our session.
Phase 6- Thai Massage For Pregnancy
In this class we will learn the treatment for pregnancy in supine, seated and sideline using props and various house hold items to make the mother feel safe and allow us to have more then just one angle in which to work in.
We will learn to understand how to massage a pregnant mother differently depending on which stage of pregnancy she is in. We will learn the contraindications and how to perform a safe Thai-Massage to support a woman in this amazing chapter of her life.
We will explore the use of good propping of pillows for the sideline position and we will even learn how to utilize a back jack to prop up a mother in a supine posture so that we can work on her legs neck and face while she is comfortable and supported by pillows which allows for her to be safe and not put too much pressure on the kidney area.
If you are interested in learning how to offer an amazing experience for a pregnant mother don't miss this class.
Double Practitioner Thai Massage
In Traditional Thai Massage, one aligns the body through stretching the entire structure and working the lines and points, according to the individuals needs. The session works physically, emotionally, energetically and spiritually, bringing balance to the whole being. The nature of Thai Massage is to BALANCE the energy bodies. If you are tired, it will awaken you and if you are nervous, it will calm you.
Four handed/Footed -Double Practitioner Thai massage is founded on the same principles as Traditional Thai, but it is inspired by its Ayurvedic cousin, Abhyangha Massage, which is performed by two partitioners. It has been my experience, that when receiving Thai Massage by two practitioners at the same time there is a sense of losing control and total surrender.
In This Class we will learn a Sequence that was developed by Ariela. It holds the foundation of the classic sequence but is synchronized to function with duality. The two practitioners work in harmony, mindfully and attentive to the breath as the inward/ outward stretches are congruently done in a harmonious mindful union.
Students will learn to give an hour-long sequence, learning both parts, (Upper and Lower body) and will have the confidence to offer a Sensational Double Practitioner Session.
Please bring loose comfortable clothes that you can stretch in. A full size memory foam, thin futon or a padded blanket to be used as a Thai Massage mat. Snacks and Lunch (optional: we often bring food to share and have a picnic together). There will be a corner of the room used as an alter for sacred object to help create beautiful space and to give you something all charged up to take home. (crystals, drums, flutes, art, flowers, cloth….)
Class will begin promptly at 10:00 A.M. both days, please be on time.
Reserved for Arielas Vipassana course
Ariela is reserving this tie frame so she can sit
Introduction to Thai Massage/Mat or Table - Phase 1 at FSM
Introduction to Thai Massage
In our first class we will learn how to give a traditional basic Thai Massage sequence.
I sometimes call the first class the Watercolor class. It reminds me of a watercolor painting where the strokes are broad and soft.
There are lines & points traditionally applied, however in this first class we stick with simplicity. Flow a and Joy . Presents is the foundstion of this art.
Most will be committing for the entire training, so our first weekend is an opputunuty for joyful expressions and community shared enthusiasm of diving into this beautiful tradition and artful medicine
We will be observing techniques and exchanging bodywork for the entire weekend.
Sharing food and chocolate and listening. is the Thai Massage way. Our intention is to leave the weekend full of enthusiasm for the progression ahead and to also have some wonderful material in which to begin the journey and share in our community.
It's OK to only take one weekend of the entire program at a time in ones own pace. Ideally though we will commit to the entire program in which case we will become certified in Thai-Massage and have an extensive language of the entire system.
PHASE 7-Thai Massage for Knee Pain and Eye Basti Ceremony
Graduation !!
And this weekend workshop we will focus on pain in the knee. Pain in the knee can have a debilitating affect and as long as it's not severe arthritis, massage therapy can help ease pain and even bring forth full recovery.
The mama points of Ayurveda are the base of all of Ariela's protocol classes. We will learn the major Marma points that are relative to knee pain. We will also learn the energy lines that go through the knees and learn to really feel and assess where there might be an imbalance. An awareness of the winds may help us figure out the root cause of the knee pain and with that awareness we can choose particular Thai Massage moves to bring balance.
Join us this weekend for a self-care journey and an educational experience in the wellness of treating knee pain.
Sunday we will learn how to give a basti Eye treatment as a special graduation gift to see the world with clean eyes and an open heart!!
Thai Massage Date Night at the Dasha
Thai Massage Date Night
EVENT DESCRIPTION-
Embrace the warmth of connection and get cozy with someone you love.
Step into a realm of profound togetherness with someone dear to your heart
Join us for a delightful Thai Massage Date Night at the Dasha.
Let the currents of intimacy flow as Ariela Grodner , from Bodhi Sangha School of Thai Massage, gently steers you and your partner through a twilight of therapeutic and loving touch.
No prior experience needed – whether it's your soulmate or a beloved family member, or just a close friend, all are welcome to partake in this heartwarming experience.
Come as you are, in comfy, flexible attire, and don't forget to stay hydrated!
P.S. While entirely optional, we can't help but whisper sweet nothings about how well partner massage pairs with chocolate if you want to bring some ~ "
Thai Massage Date Night
w/ Ariela Grodner
January 17th 2025
7:30 - 9:00pm
Introduction to Thai Massage at Aquarian Dreams
I sometimes call the first class the Watercolor class. It reminds me of a watercolor painting where the strokes are broad and soft.
There are lines & points traditionally applied, however in this first class we stick with simplicity. Flow a and Joy . Presents is the foundstion of this art.
Most will be committing for the entire training, so our first weekend is an opputunuty for joyful expressions and community shared enthusiasm of diving into this beautiful tradition and artful medicine
We will be observing techniques and exchanging bodywork for the entire weekend.
Sharing food and chocolate and listening. is the Thai Massage way. Our intention is to leave the weekend full of enthusiasm for the progression ahead and to also have some wonderful material in which to begin the journey and share in our community.
It's OK to only take one weekend of the entire program at a time in ones own pace. Ideally though we will commit to the entire program in which case we will become certified in Thai-Massage and have an extensive language of the entire system.
Thai Massage Date night at FSM
Deepen your connection and intimacy as Ariela Grodner from the Bodhi Sangha School of Thai Massage guides you and your partner through an evening of therapeutic loving touch. No experience necessary and you can bring anyone from your lover to your parents. Bring your partner comfy stretchy clothing and water.
Make up Class -Thai Massage with Herbal Compress 1 day
SUNDAY BUNDLE AND THAI MASSAGE DAY
Thai Herbal Bundle Therapy is a multi-therapy massage treatment, combining traditional Thai Massage, aromatherapy, and herbal healing. This class will demonstrate a massage therapy that dates back several thousand years, and incorporates knowledge gathered and passed on for generations concerning the medicinal effects of plants, whether through ingestion or application to the body. In Thailand, the herbal compress is called luk pra kob ("herbal pressing sphere"). In the U.S. it is referred to as an "herbal steam" or "herbal ball". An herbal compress is made by combining a number of healing herbs, bundled together in a muslin ball with a short handle, according to ancient recipes. Originally, this herbal therapy was designed to reduce pain and inflammation, especially for soldiers after battles and for Postpartum women suffering the after effects of childbirth. Nowadays, the application and massage of these compresses to the body are used more generally to relieve all manner of aches and pains, be it from physical labor, exertion, or simply the stresses and strains of modern living The compresses contain a blend of aromatic and therapeutic traditional Thai herbs – up to 15-20 herbs – wrapped in cotton muslin and then steamed to release the potent qualities of the herbs, which impart both a relaxing and an invigorating effect on the mind and body after application. It is a beautiful addition to the traditional sequence and adds a deeper healing for acute and chronic pain of the body.
This class is primarily for master class students who missed phase 1 , but if you’d like to join let us know. There are3 supplies everyone will need to bring.
CLASS STARTs At 10am - 5pm
Bring about 8 hands filled with either dry or fresh plants. Have fun finding them! Look in Asian stores and health food stores: -Ginger- Turmeric - Sage - Lavender - Rosemary - Thyme - Galangal - Lemon Grass - Kefir line lead - Eucalyptus.
Bring 4+ cloth napkins, Cutting board, Sharp knife.
We all share vegetarian food for lunch. Please bring food to contribute. These Sunday classes are very warm and community oriented.
If you’d like to stay for the HOLY RIVER CONCERT , let ariela know. It will be after class.
Introduction to Thai Massage at Brittney Jewells wellness Center
Introduction to Thai Massage-
Over the course of this first workshop, students will learn an hour and a half long form. Practiced on the floor, or Table.
This form enables the therapist the use of elbows, knees, forearms and feet in a comfortable and efficient way that utilizes the body dynamic and ones own weight to distribute the force required for the application of the relevant techniques. The recipient lies relaxed and loosely clothed while the practitioner guides them through a series of yogic asanas and applies balancing touch to the body’s major energy lines and points.
This weekend is a private weekend for the therapists at B well holistic massage and wellness Center.
If you would like to work on a mat, please bring one. If you need to borrow one from Ariela, let her know. If you'd like to work on a table, you will have to have your own. It's a fun day and chocolate and snacks makes it even more fun. Bring some healthy snacks to share for our breaks and a lunch for our hour long break.
Exploring Heaven and Earth- Aquarian Dreams
Saturday, March 22 - Sunday, March 23:
Thai Yoga Massage Certification Weekend:
Exploring Heaven and Earth- An Intuitive approach to Thai Massage
with Ariela Grodner
Thai Massage is an observation of the elemental body and an attempt to bring balance to the properties witnessed. In this unique class we explore the 4 directions throughout the body while offering simple stretching. We can then intuit or ask which of the directional movements would be of most benefit. This is the exploration of the Wind element. The Earth element will be explored by finding stillness in the chosen stretch. There are 108 marma points (acupressure points) on the body according to Ayurveda.
When we pick an area to find stillness, we will also visit that specific point to make the stillness even more potent. This unique approach to Thai Massage encourages one’s unique creativity and intuition. Feel more empowered to just be creative and trusting in the natural process that unfolds with Thai Massage.
Ariela Grodner is the founder and lead instructor and practitioner at the Bodhi Sangha School of Thai Massage in Gainesville, Florida. She began her teaching career in 1992 in the south of India educating students in the benefits and practice of Sivananda Yoga. Then she spent many years cultivating the Buddhist meditation technique known as Vipassana. After graduating from Florida School of Massage she discovered Thai Massage, the perfect fusion of these techniques and practices. She is a certified Lotus Palm Practitioner (as taught by Kam Thye Chow) and has taught Thai Massage at the Florida School of Massage since 2004. Ariela has developed over 300 hours of curriculum has published 9 books on this subject, and travels nationally and internationally sharing her love of this art.
For more information, visit Ariela's website: http://www.bodhisangha.com
This certification is approved by the Florida and National Board of Massage. 14 CEU's for massage therapists.
Time: Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cost: $300.00
Registration:
Sign up here, or call 321-729-9495
Thai Foot Reflexology at FSM day 2
This is the second part of the program offered to Fsm students only. If you would like to learn Thai Foot ) reflexology and you're not a current student at the massage school Ariela also offers weekend workshops. You can contact her directly and she will send you some other date options for those who wish to learn from her and are unable to attend this particular course.
Thai Foot at Florida School of massage for the main program
This program is not open to the public. Ariela is simply reserving this timeframe on her website for the students who are currently enrolled in the massage school. If you're interested in learning Thai Foot ) reflexology she also offers this as a weekend workshop for anybody to join.
Thai Foot Reflexology at FSM
This is the third class in our three phase certification course. However you are welcome to join us for just this single weekend.
In this workshop students will learn to give an hour long session on the feet alone, while still affecting the whole body through aware stimulation of the sen lines and marma points. Utilizing both dry and wet massage (with and without oil) as well as a Thai foot stick, to glide the lines and press the points with greater accuracy and precision then the hands alone could provide.
The style we will be exploring is a method derived from Shivaga Komarpaj of the Chiang Mai school of Thai Massage, and is for everyone. Students will Luxuriate in two days of amazing foot work.
HOLY RIVER at the SHALA
“Join Holy River for an intimate concert at the beautiful and transporting Shala. 30 person capacity tickets $30 per person.”
If the weather is nice, the concert will be outside and it's possible will turn on the hot tub. If the weather is cold, will offer the concert inside. Regardless of the weather, we are going to have a beautiful time together with our favorite House band!
Phase 2 at FSM- Exploring Heaven and Earth / Artistry of Thai Massage
Join us join us for the second class in the three class cycle at the Florida school of massage. In this class we will review what we learned in phase 1 and develop a deeper understanding of what it is we are doing and why we are doing it. This involves cultivating intuition and presence.
Its ok if you missed phase 1. We will get you caught up.
Thai Massage is an observation of the elemental body and an attempt to bring balance to the properties witnessed. In this unique class we explore the 4 directions throughout the body while offering simple stretching. We can then intuit or ask which of the directional movements would be of most benefit. This is the exploration of the Wind element. We practice presence. Within this presence we notice and are curious. The act of curiosity and love brings intuition. We hold space and watch change through the breath.
Hatha Yoga and Thai Massage as Assists
Hatha Yoga With Thai Massage as Assists The SHALA!
Description
Dive deep into the essence of Hatha Yoga and Thai Massage in this immersive weekend workshop led by Ariela, where the classic Sivananda Hatha yoga sequence is woven with the healing touch of Thai Massage. Designed to enhance your yoga teaching or massage practice, this workshop will help you deepen your students' or clients' experiences through these powerful practices. - Each yoga posture in the sequence will be broken down for its therapeutic benefits - Ariela will demonstrate Thai Massage assists to activate energy lines and stretch deeper into the body. - Then, you will practice these assists on each other. We'll also explore pranayama practices, enriching your asana experience and guiding you into deeper states of awareness. Alongside the Sivananda Sequence, the weekend will include meditation, cleansing practices (Kryas), and the yogic art of nasal cleansing. This weekend promises a full-spectrum approach to deepening your yoga practice, expanding your awareness, and bringing balance to both body and mind.
PHASE 1 FSM- Thai Massage ON THE TABLE OR MAT
Thai Massage Fundamentals: 3 MONTH IMMERSION
This three month training consists of the fundamentals and basic requirements one would need to offer a beautiful Thai Massage session either on the table or mat.
Ariela has designed a program to inspire bodyworkers in today's field to learn some of the ancient techniques of India and Thailand in an applicable fashion that is easily navigated on a massage table or Thai Massage mat.
In Thai-Massage the number three is considered auspicious. It is the first number in nature to create a shape and therefore holds a strong foundation. Ariela put together a series of three classes which she believes will create a foundation and inspire students to really thrive in this field.
The first weekend that we meet will be a one hour sequence that can be applied either on the mat or a floor. This will allow students to feel confident to work on their future clients in the art of Thai Massage. After a month we will meet again and look more in depth at the artistry of Thai Massage and develop intuition in our work. The last weekend will be a weekend dedicated to the feet, which can also be added to the first two weekends as a session for those wanting a longer massage. Learning the foot sequence makes it very easy to give a one and a half to three hour Thai-Massage if ever needed. It also stands on its own as a full hour treatment for the feet alone.
1-Introduction to Thai Massage :Mat or Table
2-Exploring Heaven and: Earth the Artistry of Thai Massage
3-Thai Foot Reflexology
Each weekend consists of 18 hours. The cost for the individual weekend is $350 but if you take all three it is $900.
Students will receive 54 continuing education hours. All classes are both Florida and Nationally approved for by NCBTMB
Students will receive a certificate of completion after each weekend for the hours attended. For those completing all three weekends and completing the full training, they will receive a certificate of completion documenting all three classes and a memento of their hard work they may want to hang on the wall of their office space to present their accomplishments.
Advanced side line in Georgia
Advanced Side line Sequence
Join us for a weekend of Sideline Postures that was taught to Ariela by Laurino Bertelli from the Sunshine Network.
In this weekend you will be able to work more effectively on pregnant clients as well as athletes.
This modified sequence wil give us many more options to address classic Hip and Shoulder Pain in this orthodox Sideline Position and it is a dynamic style that will bring more diversity, beauty and curiosity to your work.
Come spend the weekend with us in this beautiful home in Valdosta Georgia hosted by our wonderful Nicole who is an advanced student of Thai Massage and hosting Ariela.
date night at. flow space
Deepen your connection and intimacy as Ariela Grodner from the Bodhi Sangha School of Thai Massage guides you and your partner through an evening of therapeutic loving touch. No experience necessary and you can bring anyone from your lover to your parents. Bring your partner comfy stretchy clothing and water.
$50 presale $55 at the door
price is per couple
Thai Foot Reflexology at Flow Space
This is our graduating class for the students who have been with us for the seven month program. However all new students are welcome to drop in. This is the best first class if you've ever wanted to study Thai Massage or if you just want to learn the best foot sequence in the world!
In this workshop students will learn to give an hour long session on the feet alone, while still affecting the whole body through aware stimulation of the sen lines and marma points. Utilizing both dry and wet massage (with and without oil) as well as a Thai foot stick, to glide the lines and press the points with greater accuracy and precision then the hands alone could provide. The style we will be exploring is a method derived from Shivaga Komarpaj of the Chiang Mai school of Thai Massage, and is for everyone, therapists and lay people alike. This is a powerful healing tool that can be implemented on it's own, or as an addition to the full body massage. No prior massage experience is necessary to be educated in this methodology.
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Advanced side line flow space
Learning to give a complete session in the side lying- position will enhance the practitioners ability to work with either pregnancy or even athletes. All serious students are welcome to join at any face of this seven month program.
Traditionally, in classical Thai Massage, the recipient assumes either a sitting, prone, supine or side line position. Of these postures a strong working knowledge of sideline and it's applications can be indispensable, particularly for working with pregnant clients, or those for whom lying on their stomach is uncomfortable or not possible. In this workshop we will modify all the material previously learned to accommodate these needs.
We will also undertake a stronger and more detailed knowledge of the energy lines in the side position and we will learn to apply different stances for different lines, customizing them to the individual needs of the client. In this fifth level training , we will apply knowledge previously gained while learning to trust in our intuition through the application of Ayurvedic principles. In this stage of learning, we will primarily be applying energy through the use of our feet and developing the sensitivity, balance and agility that naturally extends from this technique. With some emphasis being placed on the mutual source they share, we will explore Hatha yoga principals within the context of Thai Massage and utilize this knowledge in the shared benefit of recipient and practitioner alike.
THAI ON THE TABLE OR MAT- (Multi Level)- At Aquarian Dreams
Thai Massage on the table or mat is a special class formatted for Aquarian Dreams.. I have two books for both learning experiences. We will cover in this weekend how to give a basic Thai-Massage modifying for a table or a mat depending on the needs of either the practitioner or client
Thai on the table
Do you think your clients won’t want to get on a mat? Do You prefer to work on a table? Join us!
Thai Yoga Massage on a table expands your business to a whole new clientele while helping to take even better care of your body.
Performed on a low table with a fully clothed client, Thai Yoga Massage will allow you to reach out to a mainstream audience, including athletes, the elderly, and people who prefer massage on a table. It brings the benefits of Thai Yoga Massage, including customized yoga, profound relaxation, and energy work.
Introduction to Thai Massage-
Over the course of this first workshop, students will learn an hour and a half long form. Practiced on the floor, this form enables the therapist the use of elbows, knees, forearms and feet in a comfortable and efficient way that utilizes the body dynamic and ones own weight to distribute the force required for the application of the relevant techniques. The recipient lies relaxed and loosely clothed while the practitioner guides them through a series of yogic asanas and applies balancing touch to the body’s major energy lines and points
Students who have taken phase 1 of this workshop ariela will continue to develop the sequence to your level. She will intuit the needs of the class and make sure everybody will be learning to their level.