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Element Theory and Elemental Touch
An 8 hour continuing education course in Thai Element theory and Elemental Touch.
This course will teach how the lens of Thai five element theory is applied to the practical application of massage techniques as well as lifestyle advice for individual self care for clients. Both theoretical and anatomical background and specific correlating massage applications to balance each element will be presented at a beginner’s level. Exercises to create better comprehension of each element and it’s specific qualities will be presented in an interactive manner. A range of applications and the use of hot compresses appropriate for a level 1 introduction to elemental touch is perfect for current LMT practitioners. In addition, this will add value to your current table practice offering a new skill set of dynamic stretches along myofascial trains not taught within traditional Swedish massage.
Thai Massage and Traditional Thai Medicine training
Thai massage and Traditional Thai medicine training with Sebastian Bruno coming from his home in Thailand to Philadelphia and me for a five day Continuing Ed certification training.
Learn the foundation of Thai Massage elemental bodywork applications in the context of Thai Healing Arts its origins and applications. And embodiment and movement daily classes for the bodyworker based in Thai 5 element theory.
Refund Policy
Refunds are at the discretion of the event organizer, as we are bringing Sebastian from Thailand a non refundable deposit of 400$ will be due upon booking through venmo, links below. The full amount is due two weeks before the date of training. The total amount can be paid in full at time of booking as well.
About this event
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5 ELEMENTS
In this class we will focus on categorizing Thai Massage techniques according to their elemental qualities.
The Five Elements- A framework for unity and diversity.
Using the 5 Element System as a way of understanding phenomena, individuality, and the interconnectedness of life.
A unifying language system, revealing the interdependent nature of all relationships.
This knowledge can be easily integrated and applied into every aspect of one's life:
- Bodywork
- Nutrition
- Exercise
- Business planning
- Relationships
- Health and healing
- And more….
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Traditional Thai Massage
In this class we will focus on exploring aspects pertaining to the Manual Sciences, such as Thai Massage techniques for lower back, neck and shoulders.
​Thai Massage is part of one of the five roots/sciences that make Traditional Thai Medicine. These roots/sciences are:
•Medical Sciences (the making and using of medicine made out of plant, animal and mineral materials)
• Manual Sciences (Reusi Dat Ton, Thai Massage, Acupressure, Tok Sen, Scraping, medicated oils, herbal compresses, balms, liniments….)
​•Divinatory Sciences (palmistry, Jyothish astrology, numerology.)
​•Magic Sciences (mantras, invocations, incantations, shamanism, Sak Yan, magic….)
​• Buddhist Sciences (Buddhist concepts and practices to eradicate suffering)
These sciences are weaved together by Buddhist principles and Element theory creating a unique, comprehensive system of healing wisdom.
As a natural medicine, it uses the Element theory to understand individuality and diagnose imbalances.
As a spiritual practice it incorporates the Buddhist principles of Vipassana (mindfulness) and the Four Brahamaviharas (Divine states of Mind)- Metta, Karuna, Mudita, Uppekha (loving kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, equanimity).
​Powerful stretches and deep acupressure are applied carefully along as a fluid meditative dance creating a relaxed supported body work that allows a profound sense of space and relaxation, bringing opposites (yin/yang, solar/lunar , masculine/feminine) into union.
ABOUT THE FACILITATORS
Sebastian Bruno is the Co-founder of ThaiVedic, an International School of Holistic Medicine.
His studies brought him into different disciplinary practices such as martial arts, dance, bodywork, and traditional healing arts.
Based in Asia for over 15 years, Sebastian travels around the world sharing his practice through sessions, classes, and workshops.
Marisa Incelli's studies have brought her through teaching Ashtanga yoga, Budokon yoga, vinyasa and yoga therapy, intentional alkaline private and group cooking, and the practice of Thai massage and Traditional Thai medicine studies ongoing the last 10 years. Marisa travels offering private sessions, teaching workshops, and continuing ed classes on the interconnectedness of lifestyle, food, Buddhism, Thai Massage and movement based practices for wellbeing.
What is Qi Gong?
Qi Gong is an important branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine known as “Chinese Yoga” and has significant similarities to Tai Chi, as both work on Qi and life. In a practice, body movement, breathing techniques, sound, meditation and mind activity are used to directly work on Qi – our energy or life force.
Qi Gong is a powerful and effective tool for preventing illness and improving health and it's postures are accessible to all ages. It strengthens and balances the whole body, including the organs and the immune system. It helps to calm the mind so the practitioner can find a balanced, relaxed and harmonious state more easily and more often.
Classes in Qi Gong are combined with traditional Vinyasa yoga and are traditionally practiced outside in nature. Our connection to the Tao, or being in harmony with nature , is expressed through the movements and pacing echoed in Qi Gong, ideally practitioners are barefoot on the earth as well.
What is the Difference Between Vinyasa and Ashtanga Yoga?
Ashtanga is a disciplined style of yoga brought to the west by K. Pattabhi Jois, it is said to be the classical Indian Yoga. The postures are always practiced in the same sequence and are held for 5 breaths, and unity between breath, gaze and bandhas (core locks) are the physical focus.
Whereas Vinyasa yoga draws from the same postures as Ashtanga it is a more varied and fluid practice often times one breath per posture which is why it is sometimes referred to as a flow. The postures are creatively sequenced to create opening in various parts of the body and the class is set to music.
What is Budokon Yoga?
"The way of the warrior spirit" is the direct translation of the word Budokon. It is a combined practice to build strength and mobility by combining yoga with elements of martial arts, calisthenics and animal locomotion. The practice speaks to me in it's pacing and dance like gracefulness. I pepper aspects of this practice into each of my Vinyasa classes.
Cooking Classes
Cook with me on Zoom
Sometimes we just want company in the kitchen. Each week I create a new recipe to share on zoom and make with you. Lets have fun together and I'll share why eating clean can keep our bodies and minds strong and lean and shining bright. We'll talk about gut health, adaptogens, organic, plant based and many more complex nutrition hot topics while creating dinner together. Book a class by Friday and an ingredient list will be emailed to you for our meet on Mondays at 5pm on the east coast.