OM yoga center for Vinyasa Hatha yoga classes in New York City

Thai Yoga Massage
5 day intensive with Jyothi Watanabe
of the Lotus Palm School

August 11 - 15 , 2008

Cost: $600

Monday - Friday from 9 am - 4:30 pm

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	This workshop is an ideal setting for yoga teachers, massage therapists, bodywork practitioners, and is open to all who are seeking to learn more about this ancient practice. Rooted in the Buddhist traditions of compassion and mindfulness, TYM integrates movement, stretching and the yoga principles of moving through postures to facilitate relaxation, increased awareness, balance and a greater sense of well-being. Using hands, feet, arms, and legs, the practitioner guides the recipient through a series of yoga postures, creating a harmonious and therapeutic dance with awareness. With a light hearted, engaging style, Jyothi will instruct you in the theory and practice of a basic full body Thai Yoga massage with a practical and hands on approach.
In this course, students are immersed in the practice of Thai Yoga Massage. An invaluable introduction to those wishing to learn more or perhaps begin studying with Lotus Palm School, students will learn... * Through demonstration and hands-on practice students will gain first hand experience of both giving and receiving a 90-minute form that incorporates the fundamentals of Thai Yoga Massage. * The four foundations of Thai yoga massage (awareness, body mechanics, movement, and massage techniques using hands, knees, feet, and elbows) * Effortless transitions between postures * An introduction to contraindications and safety * Care for the client and therapist before, during, and after the massage * Massage for shoulders, head, back, arms, hands, legs, abdomen, and feet.
Jyothi Watanabe Born in Tokyo, Jyothi has been living in New York City for over 20 years and has been practicing yoga and meditation for more than 10 years. Dancing through life with joy and happiness, Jyothi’s greatest wish is to help nourish, heal and bring peace of mind to others. *the Lotus Palm School* Founded by extraordinary teacher Kam Thye Chow, the world-renowned Lotus Palm School in Montreal has been at the forefront of introducing Thai Yoga Massage to the West. The Lotus Palm approach emphasizes a spirit of unconditional love and compassion (metta) combined with the skillful use of proper alignment, body mechanics, and positioning. Open to anyone who is in good health.

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