Sunshine Network New Zealand

We offer 4 levels of Certification Training in:
Thai Yoga Massage

Recognized by TYMANZ (Thai Yoga Massage Association of New Zealand), The New Zealand Charter of Health Practitioners (Inc), T.H.A.I. (Thai Healing Alliance International) and by members of The Sunshine Network

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Practitioner Level - The completion of Modules 1 & 2 120 hours accredited
Module 1: Beginner's
Module 2: General Advanced
Completion of the Practitioner training enables the practitioner to preform fully relaxing Thai Yoga Massage in accordance with the requirements of the Thai Yoga Massage Association of New Zealand
Additional requirements: 25 (50 Hours) documented Client Reports
Therapist Level - The completion of Modules 3,4 & 5 300 hours accredited
Module 3: Advanced Techniques
Module 4: Energy Lines and Acupressure Points
Module 5: Side Position / Prenatal massage
Completion of the Therapist Training qualifies the Therapist to perform Therapeutic Thai Yoga Massage, meeting the requirements of The Thai Yoga Massage Association of NZ.
Additional requirements: 120 (240 Hours) documented Client Reports
Thai Massage Master Level - The completion of Modules 1 - 6 360 hours
Module 6: Completion
Completion of the Thai Massage Master Training qualifies the Master to perform Therapeutic Thai Yoga Massage, and to teach Introductory level courses (one day), meeting the requirements of The Thai Yoga Massage Association of NZ.
Additional requirements: 250 (500 Hours) documented Client Reports
Instructor Level - One other completed 60hr course - 420 hours
Completion of this course with a separate TYMANZ approved teacher qualifies the Instructor to teach Thai Yoga Massage courses to any level.
Additional requirements: 400 (800 Hours) documented Client Reports and final acessment & "Pass" by a TYMANZ nominated teacher (20 hrs min)

MODULE 1: Beginners Course

	General background, history and theory of traditional Thai massage. The running of the lines through the feet; Foot massage and loosening exercises; Application of pressure points on the feet; Ankle stretches.
	The Running and working of the leg lines; Single leg stretches; Application of yoga-based stretches on one leg at a time; Blood stops to the legs (aiding in circulation and blood cleansing); Practice. Continuation of single leg stretches. Double leg stretches. Simultaneous stretches on both legs. Practice.
	Continuation of Double leg stretches; Stomach, Chest, Arms and hands; Traditional Thai techniques for these parts of the body, including points on the abdomen and chest, and a blood stop to the arms; practice.
	Side Position. Working on the 3rd outside energy line of the legs; kidney toning stretches, and Two types of spinal twist; practice.
	Back of Body, lying on stomach. Traditional techniques for the back; walking on the feet; pressure points along the two main energy lines of the back; more leg stretches and cobra stretch; practice.
	Sitting Position. Traditional techniques and stretches for the shoulders and neck, and another spinal twist; practice.
	Face and head. Traditional techniques for the face, including some basic therapeutic pressure points to treat various problems; practice.
	Massage structuring. Review of contra indications; Different forms of mindfulness and concentration techniques An opportunity to practice a whole massage under supervision. Following the massage the student will receive detailed feedback from the course teacher with advice, precautions and recommendations for future practice.

Each Day also includes practice in Vapassana Meditation and Practice in Basic Hatha Yoga and some Study / Homework. Consisting of some reading, Meditation and Yoga Practice
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MODULE 2: General Advanced

	Solidifying and expanding the techniques taught in Module 1
	Review of the 10 main energy lines (sen), their names, locations and therapeutic qualities
	Expanding the techniques to a wider range of body types

	Focus on correct posture and precise energy line work
	Learn how to apply safety precautions for preventing injury & avoiding contraindications

	Yoga, Pranayama, Eastern anatomy, Vipassana Meditation
	Different forms of mindfulness training and concentration techniques

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MODULE 3: Advanced Techniques and Therapies:

	Foot massage, Energy lines on the legs,
	Single leg exercises, Double leg exercises
	Stomach massage, chest, arms and hands
	Side position, Working the Back
	Sitting position, Face massage
	Integrating "Metta" (compassion) and meditation into your work
	Eastern anatomy, Vipassana Meditation
	Different forms of mindfulness training and concentration techniques
	Making Thai Herbal Treatment Bags and their use
	Further Therapeutic applications

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MODULE 4: Energy Lines, Acupressure Points and Therapies:

	The course covers the exact running of the 10 Sen; the principle energy lines worked in Thai Yoga massage.
	The properties of the different lines and their specific importance within the Thai energy line system
	The therapeutic applications of the lines and major Thai acupressure points on the lines.
	The theory of Thai energy work is explained and discussed
	You learn how to apply energy balance through acupressure and Thai energy lines
	Be clear on what lines are worked in each posture,
	Tai Chi Chuan basics , Pranayama, Eastern anatomy, Vipassana Meditation

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MODULE 5: Side Position / Prenatal Massage

Thai Yoga Massage is well suited for women seeking relief from the natural stresses of adapting
physically, mentally and emotionally to pregnancy. Designed with the goal of relieving stress and
promoting wellness and balance

	Thai Yoga Massage for pregnant women
	Whole body Thai Yoga massage in the side position

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MODULE 6: Completion

	Solidifying the techniques taught in Module 7
	Review of Diploma programme
	Working with clients who are unable lie on a mat
	Ethics and
	Final Evaluation
	Yoga, Pranayama, Eastern anatomy, Vipassana Meditation

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Each module is the equivalent of 60 hrs training, and can be completed in 2 formats. Either as a
scheduled 10 day course or as a 5 day Intensive Private Tuition Format (strictly limited to 1 or 2 students)

These modules can be taken in any order after completing Module 1 (Beginners Course), apart from
Module 6 (Completion Course), which must be completed last.

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