The second official program of the new the year! This year we have expanded our schedule to include at least four different opportunities to experience Thailand with our small group format. As usual ,we will be basing our program on a Cultural Immersion/ Eco-Tour type of approach. We spend a significant portion of our program time working with indigenous teachers and professional Thais, in actually experiencing and learning traditional Thai healing arts and culture. We have also upgraded the program to include more time and access to sacred sites, areas of energy and tradition linking us to the healing traditions and lineage of Thai schools.
We have the experience and commitment to having your experience in the kingdom of Thailand to be the very best.
Thailand is described by most travelers as the most exotic country on the planet. Nowhere else succeeds quite so well blending an age old culture of rich heritage and traditions, with the developments and advantages of the modern world. Tradition and cultural heritage is at the very core ' daily life for the Thai people. Totally at peace with themselves and their world, there is a cheerfulness that is forever present in the faces of nearly everyone you meet.
International Thai Therapists Association, Inc., Anthony B. James, CMT, ND, MDAM. and The Vedic Conservatory, Michael "Mukti" Buck, Traditional Thai Art & Massage Practicum In Thailand, October 27th. to November 27. 2009, Over one full month in Thailand! Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Sukhotai, Ayudthaya, Pai , Pang Lang and Koh Samuii Island.
You are invited to experience firsthand "The Practical Expression of Loving Kindness" in the land of its origin. Over the next thirty (30) days we will explore the profound spiritual roots of SomaVeda™ Traditional Thai Medical Massage in the actual temples and schools credited with preserving its heritage. This is not just a guided tour. Dr. Anthony B. James and "Mukti" Michael Buck will be co-facilitating a comprehensive training and immersion experience. Participants choose to gain up to 175 hrs. of course credit (CEU's) in SomaVeda™ Ayurvedic Thai Massage and SomaVeda™ Level Four (Traditional Thai and Ayurvedic Theory). Nuad Prakhop Samunprai Thai Herbal Massage, Ayurvedic Medical Assessment Thailand certification program and or Wat Po style ( a potential $ 1,900.00 dollar value! ). Daily Hatha and SomaVeda Reishi Yoga , Complete this program and you return home with ITTA Certfied Practitioner status! The program is a survey of traditional and modern practice and applications from as far as North goes to the far south, including institutional as well as traditional massage of Thailands native peoples Karen, Lisu, Lahu tribes as available.
There is no prerequisite for participation. We will study, train, practice, walk, explore, receive hands on traditional sessions in a variety of styles, meditate, visit vortices of healing energy thousands of years old, we will eat well, study more, practice more, laugh, cry and prosper in love, compassion, joy and equanimity. To prepare you for your journey Aachan, Dr. James has prepared a comprehensive packet including Thai phrases for traveling and training in-country, what to bring, what to wear, food tips and source materials on Thailand's religion, art and culture. Now is your opportunity to become part of the international community of SomaVeda™ Therapist.
There is no better way to immerse yourself into SomaVeda™ Thai Massage than to experience a total immersion training tour in Thailand!!
The Thai Ministry of Education has approved the following courses:
ITTA and our Professional Thai Associates follow the original Foundation of Thai massage curriculum , which came about as a result of more than fifteen year's research work by the Thai Massage Rivival Project supported by the Royal Thai Government. Your program director was priviledged to have been a part of that process , working as a consultant with the Royal Thai Consulate of the United States, Royal Thai Department of Commerce and various other integral department's under former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's direction. For this support, dedication and committmant to the Thai People, culture and Thai Massage industry Dr. James received the "Friend of Thailand " award in Sept 2002. You can be sure your program's are the very best! NTYMBCB Category A Approved! This Program is now Approved as part of our SomaVeda™ Holistic Provider Program! For details Click here: Graduates of the full Thailand Externship program and the 2170 HR. Plus SV-HHP program qualify to sit for the ANCB National Boards for Traditional Naturopath!
Want to take some beautiful pictures? Click Here! EXPECT TO SEE: Lamaii Beach, Bangkok or Krungthep, Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew - Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Royal Chapel, the spectacular Royal Collection of Weapons and the Coin pavilion. The Amulet Market, Wat Po, the popular name for Wat Pra Chetupon, quaint cities of Lamphang and Lamphun, Si Satchanali a sister to Sukothais antiquity, Chiang Mai, Pang Lang, Chiang Rai province and city, We will trek to see one or more of the indigenous native Lisu, Hmong, Karen, Mien, Lahu and Akha hill tribes people and their remote villages! Not only do we see them, we will be studying their healing practices in depth--including medicinal plant identification and location with uses in the jungle! We have arranged for lessons in hands on healing and massage with elders in the village as well. As an alternative we may find ourselves sitting on the most northern point in Thailand, The Golden Triangle boarder land of Thailand, Myanmar (Burma) and Laos!
There is no better way than this to bring authenticity to your oriental and Thai style practice. Immerse yourself in Thai culture.
Study SomaVeda™ Ayurvedic Thai Yoga and Traditional Thai Medical Massage with Grand Master's and teacher's as well as Aachan Anthony James and Khruu Mukti. For the cultural and artistic minded , participants recieve additional intensive instruction in the classic and folk art styles unique to Thailand from North to South.
Festival activities! "Loi Krathong", the blessing festival, Three days of blessing and fun also known as the Blessing Festival, also known as the Friendship Festival. It takes place always on the night of the full moon. Adults and children line up in the streets and along the canals to sing, dance, and participate in the Water Blessings! We join in as the Thai pray for blessing for the traditional rice harvest. This must be the worlds largest water celebration and is great fun!
Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai provence and cities, The festival, the crowds, the parades, and everywhere merriment, all together create a spectacular experience long to be remembered!
Interested in Sacred Relics? Wat Chet Yot, A Buddhist site where original relics of the Buddha are stored!, additionally two sacred Boddhi trees actual transplantings of the original enlightenment tree in Bodgaya India!!
Doi Suthep, More Lisu, Hmong, Karen, Mien, Lahu and Akha tribal people.Think Elephants!! Fantastic Thirty day excursion for only:
Not leaving from US? No problem, we have a special program for non-US participants. E-Mail your request for details.
* The trip is currently limited to 20 persons with sixteen slots already committed. . Pay full price after September 1st. 2008, regardless. All prices subject to change at any time without notice. No price guarantee of any kind without a deposit. The minimum deposit $1,995.00 usd. Balance must be completed within 10 days. Deposits and payments may now be made in real time through our secure Paypal account.
** Yes, I want to pay a deposit before August 15th. 2009., save $2923.00 off the full price and secure my seat for this incredible trip!
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** See the complete itinerary and cancellation policy for exhaustive details. You must read the Cancellation and refund policy before signing up for this or any similar program. Participant agrees to Cancellation and refund policy as a pre-condition to enrollment. Price is set with deposit, otherwise is subject to change at any time. An active Travel Medical Insurance is required. Please Note: Although this trip is designed for students, it is well supervised and chaperoned by our staff. Classes are not taught by just anyone--they are all taught by Certified and recognized Master Instructors. All of our guides are professionally licensed and insured by the Thai Government. Most if not all are Thai Citizens with college degrees in related Humanities. Food/ meals are not included. This is NOT a classic budget trip/carry your own food sleep where you can/ get by as best you can (maybe) type of excursion- which some other less experienced agents may be offering. Do not settle for less than the best! If they are offering free accommodations or travel, you can bet there is some corner cutting somewhere!
If your considering another excursion ask them do they provide bonded, licensed drivers, do they provide their own vehicles? Do they expect you to share bathing and shower accommodations? Do they guarantee exactly who all staff are and their level of professional certification? Are they insured? Will an owner of the company be accompanying the group and will there always be someone available to translate as necessary? We do cover all of these issues and more. With over twenty years experience in Thailand and the local first class resources that we have developed we can guarantee a great experience. And a SAFE ONE!