8 Day Beginner's Thai Massage Course in Magnesia, Central Greece
Thai Massage Course in Greece
Do you wish to master the art of Thai massage for yourself or professional progression? Join Gladwell Massage in the breathtaking setting of Greece, where nature's beauty will serve as the perfect backdrop for your learning journey. Immerse yourself in a serene and inspiring environment that will enhance your focus, relaxation, and personal growth. This Thai massage course for beginners is led by Master Practitioner, Founder and CEO at Gladwell Massage, Daniel.
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Highlights
- 6 days of practice
- Morning yoga, Tai Chi, or Qigong practice
- Learn how to give a full Thai massage
- Manual provided
- 7 nights accommodation
- Plenty of free time to enjoy the beach and surroundings
- Supported by over 25 years of Daniel's experience as a masseuse
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
6 days with instruction in English
Average daily hours of activity: 5
Accommodation
You will stay at a retreat home on a shared or single basis. The guesthouse is very quiet and right next to the sea and has its own beach, which is very private. Probably, the course participants will be the only ones there.
Each room has its own bathroom, a little kitchen, and a balcony. It is quite basic but clean.
If you would like to stay extra nights or if you want to bring a friend or family member who does not want to do the course, please let Gladwell Massage know when you make your booking.
Program
Typical day
The day usually starts at 08:30 with a half-hour yoga / Thai Chi or Qigong session. The course starts at 09:00 and goes on until 14:00, with a break of half an hour in between. The afternoons are free for you to lie on the beach, swim, rest, or explore this beautiful area. This is half a holiday and half study and learn.
Thai Massage
Thai massage, or "Nuad Boran," has been practiced in Thailand for centuries. It actually has its roots in India over 2500 years ago and is based on Ayurvedic medicine and yoga. This massage style has been handed down through an unbroken chain for centuries from Jivaka Kumar Bhaccha, or Shivago, who was a close friend of the Buddha and a great physician. He is also famous for the techniques of herbal cures and steam baths. He is honored by many Thais as the father of medicine in the same way that Hippocrates is considered the father of Western medicine.
It is presumed that Thai massage reached what is now Thailand in the 3rd or 2nd century BC along with Buddhism. There seems to be some connection between acupuncture and acupressure, as well as other aspects of traditional Chinese medicine and traditional Thai medicine.
The main principle behind the techniques of Thai massage is the principle of "Metta," usually translated as loving kindness. Rooted in Buddhist teachings and precepts were methods of building humility, compassion, and concentration in the healer that were designed to bring him/her to a deeper level of awareness: if the mind is wandering or if compassionate intent is absent, then the massage will be nothing more than a series of physical movements. The benefits are multiplied tenfold when the touch is infused with the will to heal.
Traditional Thai massage is typically done on a mat on the floor instead of a massage table, and the client remains completely clothed throughout the session. No oils are used. It incorporates a combination of acupressure, energy meridian work, and yoga-like stretching. The typical routine can be varied to suit a wide range of physical needs. A typical session lasts 1 to 2 hours.
Included excursions
On the last day of the course, Gladwell Massage will organise an evening meal at one of the best tavernas in the area.
Instructors
Daniel Gladwell
Daniel is proficient in different modalities and has studied extensively in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Besides being a qualified Thai Yoga massage therapist, he has also studied abdominal massage (Chi Nei Tsang), body assessment and realignment. Daniel takes a holistic approach to health for his clients; taking into account factors such as diet, posture, breathing and simple exercise regimes. Using only natural and organic oils, Daniel sees massage as a means of prevention and knows that these treatments are of great benefit in relieving stress and tightness in the body.
Lila Gladwell
Lila Gladwell is an experienced Thai yoga massage practitioner and friendly instructor. She has an eagle eye for noticing when you need extra help!
Retreat location
The course takes place on Mount Pileo, which is a beautiful peninsula on mainland Greece.
Mount Pelion is known as the healing mountain of Greece, with over 2000 varieties of herbs growing wild. It has many beautiful beaches, old picturesque mountain villages, cozy seaside fishing harbours, and spectacular walks along old mule paths, rivers, and waterfalls. It is rich in history and mythology. It is widely recognised as one of the most beautiful parts of Greece.
The course will only last until lunch time, and after lunch, you will have time to just chill out, swim, rest, or explore this most beautiful area. You are welcome to bring family or friends, and you can join them after lunch.
Food
No meals are included, but there are plenty of good tavernas in the nearby village. Every room in the guesthouse has a little kitchen, and the participants sometimes organise themselves to prepare a meal.
The following meals are included:
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
Things to do (optional)
Thai massage advanced course
You can also join the advanced Thai massage course that will take place after the beginner course is finished.
In the advanced course, you will learn the following:
- Part 1: How to do a complete massage sequence using your feet (save your hands) and work on larger people so that you don't injure yourself.
- Part 2: Advanced Thai sequences, including some OsteoThai moves (moves that Osteopaths use in their practice). More in-depth sequences of what to do for those who have back pain, neck and shoulder pain, knee pain, migraines, and headaches. The most common issues that people have.
- Part 3: Abdominal massage—Chi Nei Tsang (health starts in the belly and diseases too, according to Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine)
You can join the beginner course only, or do both courses and get a 20% discount on the course.
What's included
- Thai massage beginner's course fee
- Morning yoga, Tai Chi, or Qigong
- 7 nights accommodation
- Manual
What's not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Meals
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Nea Anchialos National Airport
31 km away from your destination
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Thessaloniki Airport "Macedonia"
137 km away from your destination
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Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos Airport)
166 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Volos Airport / Nea Anchialos National Airport (VOL) is the nearest airport. You need to check if there are flights from your nearest city because it is only a small regional airport. If not, you can fly to Thessaloniki, which is about 2 and a half hours by bus to Volos (buses every 2 hours), or Athens, which is 3 and a half hours by bus (buses every 1.5 hours to Volos). Let Gladwell Massage know which airport you are flying into, and they will give you proper instructions on how to travel to the venue from your airport of arrival.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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