An Invitation to the Art of Healing Touch
Thai Yoga Massage is more than just a therapeutic technique, it's a living tradition of healing that weaves together movement, mindfulness, and presence. Rooted in the ancient medical systems of India and Thailand, this sacred art has been passed down through generations as a way to bring balance to body, mind, and spirit. Sometimes referred to as “assisted yoga” or “lazy man’s yoga,” it blends rhythmic acupressure, energy line work, gentle stretching, and meditative presence to create a deeply nourishing experience for both giver and receiver.
Originating over 2,500 years ago with influences from Ayurvedic medicine, Buddhism, and traditional Thai healing practices, Thai Yoga Massage is grounded in the understanding that touch can be a gateway to deeper connection and transformation. This practice invites both practitioner and receiver into a shared meditative space, where breath, movement, and intention merge into a dynamic dance of healing.
What You'll Learn
A Meditative and Conscious Approach to Touch
At the heart of Thai Yoga Massage is the quality of presence. This course emphasizes touch as a form of communication—one that transcends words and connects us to the subtle language of the body and heart. Through guided practice, you will learn how to approach the body with respect, attentiveness, and listening hands, cultivating a meditative awareness that supports both healing and relational depth.
We will explore how to move and touch from a grounded center, with mindfulness and compassion, embodying qualities that are essential not only to bodywork, but to how we meet others in life.
What You Will Learn
This comprehensive 60-hour foundation course, spread over two immersive weekends, offers a full introduction to the essential techniques, principles, and spirit of Thai Yoga Massage. Whether you're stepping into this world for the first time or returning to refine your skills, this course offers a rich, supportive container for exploration.
- Core principles of Thai Yoga Massage: body mechanics, positioning, and energy line theory (Sen lines)
- Sequences in supine, prone, side-lying, and seated positions
- Safe and effective stretches, acupressure techniques, and rhythmic rocking
- How to develop sensitive, intuitive, and confident hands
- Breath awareness and meditative presence in bodywork
- How to adapt sessions to different body types and needs
Who You'll
Learn From
Bojan is a seasoned bodyworker and educator specializing in Thai Yoga Massage and Osteothai. He began his journey in the healing arts over a decade ago, drawn to the power of touch and movement to support holistic well-being. Bojan trained in the Thai Massage lineage of the Healing Hands School in India and Sunshine Network in Thailand and Europe, and deepened his studies through intensive work in Osteothai.
He has facilitated trainings, retreats, and workshops across Europe, known for his ability to blend technical expertise with heartfelt presence. Bojan’s teaching is informed by his own practice of meditation, yoga, and embodiment, allowing him to guide students beyond mechanics into a felt, intuitive understanding of the body and its natural rhythms.
Whether you are beginning your journey or looking to deepen your path, studying with Bojan is an invitation to connect more fully—with yourself, with others, and with the art of touch as a sacred act of presence.
"I never knew Thai massage could feel so alive and intuitive. The dynamic approach brought a whole new level of connection and creativity to my work."
"I have never experienced such unambigiuous and helpful assists / hand ons when we were practising in pairs before. Bojan is definitely a natural and I think everyone in the room was able to tell that he loves what he's doing and is living his Dharma full-on!
I'm super thankful to having met such a wonderful teacher and I'm already looking forward to the next workshop with Bojan."
Who It's For
This course is open to:
- Complete beginners wanting to discover the art of Thai Yoga Massage
- Practitioners of other bodywork or healing modalities looking to broaden their skills
- Yoga teachers seeking to understand hands-on adjustments, energy lines, and embodied presence
- Massage therapists looking to diversify their offering with a dynamic, holistic practice
- Anyone interested in self-development through conscious touch and somatic awareness
Whether you are a wellness professional or simply curious about this healing art, this training provides valuable tools for both professional growth and personal evolution.
Dates
Jul. 16th, 17th, 18th & 19th
8:00-17:00 each day
Location
Floris Versterlaan 61
Just a 15-minute walk from Leiden Central Station.
Price
€520 Incl. 0% VAT
Certificate
Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Thai in Flow – School of Thai Massage and Osteothai, affirming your training in the foundations of Thai Yoga Massage.