ABOUT THE TRAINING

The Neck is a vital connection between the head and the rest of the body. It is a highly mobile and sensitive area, and one that often carries the effects of stress, tension, posture and repetitive habits.

In this workshop, we explore how to work with these restrictions in a gentle, mindful and effective way.

Drawing from Thai Massage and Osteopathic principles, we will learn how to assess and work with the neck, shoulders and upper back, looking beyond symptoms to understand possible underlying causes.

The training combines theory, anatomy, demonstration and hands-on practice, giving you practical tools that you can integrate into your own bodywork practice.

WHAT DO WE FOCUS ON?

During the training, we will explore:

• The anatomy and movement of the neck and shoulder area

• Common causes of neck and shoulder tension

• Acute and chronic neck discomfort

• Restrictions in the cervical spine and upper back

• Muscular tension and deep muscular adhesions

• Joint mobility and restrictions

• The relationship between the neck, shoulders and breathing

• Working with the lungs and surrounding tissues

• Thai Massage techniques for releasing tension

• Osteopathic principles and approaches

• How to work safely and mindfully with a sensitive area

• Looking beyond the painful area to explore possible underlying causes

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

You will learn practical techniques and approaches that can be integrated into your Thai Massage or bodywork sessions.

We will explore how to:

Release tension
Work with muscles, joints and surrounding tissues to create more space and ease.

Improve mobility
Use movement and Thai Massage techniques to explore restrictions and restore freedom of movement.

Work with awareness
Develop a slower, more attentive approach to touch, pressure, movement and listening to the body.

Understand connections
Explore relationships between the neck, shoulders, upper back, breathing and other areas of the body.

Look beyond symptoms
Develop an approach that considers possible contributing factors rather than focusing only on the place where pain is felt.

INCLUDED IN THE TRAINING

The training includes:

• 20 hours of teaching

• Theoretical explanations

• Anatomy and body awareness

• Teacher demonstrations

• Guided hands-on practice

• Thai Massage techniques

• Osteopathic-inspired approaches

• Practical tools to integrate into your own sessions

NEXT DATES

9-11 July ROME — ITALY

Schedule

Friday
15:00–19:00

Saturday
09:00–18:00

Sunday
09:00–16:30

Total: 20.5 teaching hours

Location

Rome, Italy

More details about the exact venue will be announced/confirmed soon.

PRICE & BOOKING

For current pricing and registration, please check the booking link or contact us for more information.

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WHO IS THIS TRAINING FOR?

This training is designed for practitioners who already have experience in bodywork.

It is particularly suitable for:

• Thai Massage practitioners

• Shiatsu practitioners

• Physiotherapists

• Osteopaths

• Massage therapists

• Yoga and movement practitioners with bodywork experience

• Other professionals working with touch and movement

Previous experience is recommended

Because this is a hands-on professional training, participants should have a basic understanding of bodywork and comfortable experience giving and receiving touch-based techniques.