Traditional Thai Massage
& Medicine Tour
Late 2024 (Dates TBA)
Northern Thailand
Join us for a 10 day tour in Northern Thailand,
Join Sebastian Bruno, Co-Founder of ThaiVedic, to explore the Heart of Thai Massage and Traditional Thai Medicine, conscious touch, non-verbal communication, meditation , prayer, ritual, mantras, Reusi Dat Ton (Thai Yoga) and more.
Meet local healers, spirit doctors, Buddhist teachers and masters!
An unforgettable journey into traditional timeless wisdom.
Traditional Thai Medicine
The history of Traditional Thai Medicine begins with the land known today as Thailand, previously known as Siam.
The origin of every traditional medicine system starts with the land and its environment- Nature. What makes traditional systems of medicine around the world different and unique is the fact that the land, climate, plants and diseases are different and unique all around the globe.
The ancient kingdom of Siam ( nowadays Thailand), bordered south by Malaysia, west by Burma, East by Cambodia, North by Lao and right in the center of the trading route between China and India exposed the territory to many influences.
Predominantly a Buddhist culture, the primary figurehead in traditional Thai medicine is the Buddha as he is viewed as the the ultimate physician andDhamma ( his teachings) the ultimate healing tool to eradicate suffering. So Thai Medicine is inherently Buddhist Medicine.
Traditional Thai Massage
Thai Massage is part of the branches of the Great Tree of Traditional Thai Medicine. This Tree has 5 major roots:
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Internal Medicine (plant, animal and mineral material)
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External Medicine (Reusi Dat Ton, Thai Massage, Acupressure, Tok Sen, Scraping, medicated oils, herbal compresses, balms, liniments….)
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Divinatory Sciences (palmistry, Jyotish astrology, numerology.)
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Magic Sciences (mantras, invocations, incantations, shamanism, Sak Yam, magic….)
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Buddhist Medicine.
These roots are weaved together by Buddhist principles and Element theory creating a unique, comprehensive system of healing wisdom.
As a natural medicine, it uses the Five Element theory to understand individuality and diagnose imbalances. As a spiritual practice it incorporates Buddhist principles and practices such as of Vipassana (insight) 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 mindful dance creating a relaxed supported body work that allows a profound sense of space and relaxation, congruence, alignment and therapeutic results.
Tour Schedule
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4 nights at Kaomai Lanna Resort
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(Accomodation and 3 vegetarian meals per day included)
Learn the foundation of Thai Massage in the context of Thai Healing Arts. Understanding its origins and evolution this course presents the theory behind the practice.
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History and origin of Thai Massage
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Thai Element Theory
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Condensation/Dissipation concept
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The Four Bhramaviharas
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Principles of touch
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Movement Meditation
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Reusi Dat Ton ( Thai Yoga)
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5 days exploring the area of Chiang Mai, Doi Saket and Chiang Dao
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(Accomodation included)
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visit local healers, Reusi (shamans), teachers, temples and power spots.
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Yam kang (fire foot treatment)
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Ched Hak (scrapping/Guasha)
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Tok Sen (tapping therapy)
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Herbal compresses
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Local markets
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...and much more!
INVESTMENT
Early Bird Euro 2,299
(still available)
Regular Price Euro 2,599
Price includes 9 nights accomodation + 3 vegetarian meals per day during 4 night stay at Kaomai Lanna Resort.