Advanced Thai Yoga Massage by Kam Thye Chow

Author:Kam Thye Chow
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Health/Bodywork
ISBN: 9781594779527
Publisher: Inner Traditions / Bear & Company
Published: 2011-09-14T16:00:00+00:00

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Advanced Practice Series

While some postures demand more skill and experience to execute, there are no “advanced postures” in Thai Yoga Massage, only advanced practice. Advanced practice requires drawing on the whole spectrum of postures and techniques learned here and in my previous books to provide safe, thorough, targeted treatment.

A general advanced practice series is presented in this chapter. Some of the postures will be familiar, and some are new. In either case, it is useful to remember that when you palm or thumb the various parts of the body, you also connect with the sen lines. In addition, remember that the energy of the massage should be geared to the Ayurvedic body type of the recipient, so for a vata-dominant client, your movements will be soothing and gentle, for pitta they will be steady and relaxing, and for kapha, energetic and stimulating.

As you practice these postures, be mindful of maintaining one of the key stances. Also, when applying a technique, no matter how subtle, always bear in mind the rhythmic rocking dance methods of Bamboo, Forward, and Whirlpool Rock.

Always practice in a meditative mode to open up the heart; be aware and listen to the needs of your body as well as those of the recipient. Practice with peaceful, loving kindness, and have empathy for the being you are working with. This is the spirit of metta, which makes the healing more potent and meaningful.

Most important, always approach your work with ease, remembering what a privilege and joy it is to be able to help others and to physically express metta in motion.

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