Delving into the dynamics and methods of breathing to improve one’s system,
with a focus on Osteothai : a fusion of Osteopathy + Thai Massage.
This approach empowers practitioners to refine their own wholistic breathing
in order to establish a solid and stable foundation in bodywork and energy practices.
with a focus on Osteothai : a fusion of Osteopathy + Thai Massage.
This approach empowers practitioners to refine their own wholistic breathing
in order to establish a solid and stable foundation in bodywork and energy practices.
Welcome to "The Journey of Breath and Body: A Hands-On Exploration". This workshop is an immersive experience for therapists seeking to deepen their understanding of breath mechanics and techniques. This transformative journey begins with an intimate exploration of your own breath, unlocking the potential for grounded and rooted bodywork. Discover the vital role of breath in enhancing health and happiness, and learn to utilize deep, efficient, and conscious breathing as a foundation for effective wellness practices. This journey, under the expert guidance of Chiharu, a renowned figure in the Japanese Thai massage community, will lead you through both personal and professional growth. Osteothai is an integration of Osteopathic principles and techniques through Thai massage. Trusting in and relying on our own innate power of healing, Ostheothai allows the body to experience more space and freedom for its inner "movement" to flow better, which leads to deeper rejuvenation and harmony. 🌬️ Embarking on the Practitioner’s Journey: - Explore your breath’s essence and transformative effects. - Translate this personal odyssey into guidance for others. 🌬️ Technical Insights: - Delve into the physiology of breathing. - Understanding posture related factors that lead to shallow breathing...and how to adjust. - Explore methods to enhance your clients' breathing capacity. |
Skills You Will Gain: 1, Osteothai Techniques: Master methods for releasing the diaphragm and rib cage to enhance breathing efficiency. 2, Autonomic Nervous System Influence: Learn to positively affect the autonomic nervous system 3, Mindful Touch: Develop a heightened sense of presence and precision in your touch for more impactful therapy. 4, Posture-Breathing Analysis: Acquire the skill to assess the interplay between a client's posture and breathing patterns. 5, Effective Treatment Strategies: Provide treatments that not only address immediate concerns but also promote deep and effective breathing practices. 6, Understanding the Nervous System: Dive into the physiological aspects, including internal self-talk, judgment, communication, and the somatic art of engaging and disengaging with touch. 🌬️ Collective Endeavor: - Who should take this course: Though the focus of the material is specific to Thai Bodyworkers & Massage therapists we encourage other practitioners from diverse backgrounds to join, such as yoga teachers, mindfulness coaches and energy workers who are interested in deepening their practice around these wholistic techniques for themselves and their community. |
Facilitator: Chiharu Shanti
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Chiharu was first introduced to Yoga in 2001. Since that time, her interest and advanced studies have expanded to ancient Thai healing massage, meditation, Buddhism, Ayurveda and Osteothai.
Inspired by David Lutt, she actively assists him worldwide and organizes his annual Japanese training courses, contributing significantly to the local community's exposure to Osteothai teachings. In 2022, she was certified as Master Osteothai (MOT) practitioner. Today Chiharu is a prominent leader and mentor in the Japanese Thai massage community, specializing in a psychosomatic approach. She integrates the essence of anatomy based massage technics, craniosacral-biodynamics & Osteothai methodology with Eastern spirituality and medicinal systems. Chiharu's commitment to her craft and her collaboration with various Thai massage practitioners exemplifies her passion for advancing the field of Thai massage globally. |
The Journey of Breath and Body: A Hands-On Exploration
July 12th - 14th 2024
July 12, Fri 18:00-21:00 July 13, Sat 9:00-18:00 July 14, Sun 9:00-18:00 (there will be lunch break on Sat & Sun 12:30-14:00) ◉Workshop Fee Early bird price $450 register by May 31st Regular price $550 ◉Maximum participants 18 people ◉at Balance art Centre 151 W 30th St, 3rd Fl New York, NY 10001 ◉Contact information Damasa Doyle (Damasaul health and wellness, NY) [email protected] ◉Booking Please send the following application form, then you will receive more detailed information via email. |
Please Note: Demo and practice are basically on the floor mat, however if necessary we can schedule additional table demo.
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Chiharu Shanti on action:
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