In Chaing Mai, I took a Thai massage class at “Art of Massage”. I signed up for the Practical Course 1, and for four-hours I learned how to massage the upper back, neck and shoulders. My instructor was Ms. Wana, not only is she a sweetheart of a conversationalist, but she’s without a doubt the coolest instructor I’ve ever had. I was her only student that morning so she met me at Tha Pae Gate on her motor bike! and together we rode off into the horizon to her studio… what makes it more awesome? I did the common S.E. Asia thing and rode without a helmet ~ like the “Western daredevil” that I am 😛 (crossed that off my bucket list!)
Art of Massage
Art of Thai Massage
This class is very hands on, and practical. To learn massage, practice time is essential to exercise and enforce the newly learned knowledge… especially for something as fast as one-day.
Ms. Wana’s place was nice and cozy. She offered me comfortable pants to change into before starting. I was then given a book with lots of space that allowed me to make my own notes. At first, Ms. Wana would demonstrate on me for a few portions, and then we would switch roles so that I could practice on her.
This was really helpful, as she could correct me me on what I needed to improve…I must admit, it was pretty difficult to stay awake when she was trying to teach me. That was my relaxing massage day **\(^0^)/**
My instructor Ms. Wana
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