Advanced Training
Working with the Chakra system - releasing energy patterns
Advanced Thai Yoga Massage training (40h)
This training is for bodywork practitioners with a reasonable amount of experience and who are ready to dive more deeply into the subtle layers of our Being and learn how to touch and connect with someone’s energy. Drawing from the yogic teachings of the Chakras as well as their application in western psychology, we will look at how different patterns manifest in body and how we can create the space for release, healing and growth.
- Fill up your repertoire with a lot of new techniques
- Dive into the teachings of the Chakras applied to modern-day disease
- Learn to work with the subtle aspect of energy
- Community and mentorship
UPLEVEL YOUR BODYWORK SKILLS
EXPAND YOUR SKILLS AND REFINE YOUR TOUCH. THIS COURSE EXPLORES DYNAMIC MOVES, WORKING WITH FEET, KNEES, AND ELBOWS, AND THE ART OF SUBTLE, INTUITIVE TOUCH FOR MORE THERAPEUTIC TREATMENTS.
Upcoming courses in Portugal
Residential practitioner training (40h)
Next Cohort:
10th -16th October 2025
at Casa do Limoeiro, Portugal
A WAY TO ORIENT OURSELVES
Why use the Chakra system as the 'map' in Thai Yoga Massage or other bodywork
Thai Yoga Massage and other Eastern practices draw in many aspects from the Yogic philosophy and understanding of our energetic Being. We don’t just work on the physical body, but on our Being as a whole, which means we also touch people’s emotional and mental, as well as energetic state.
Here are just some of the ways this informs our treatments:
- The Chakras have very different qualities, which might be reflected in the moves we choose - we can work with deeper pressure for more grounding for example, or more stretches for more uplift.
- The Chakras relate to various functions in our body, which we can address, vitalise and restore specifically in a treatment, for example the digestive system for the 3rd Chakra.
- The Chakras also map different parts of the body's anatomy, and we could focus on a particular area more, like the shoulder girdle for the 4th Chakra.
- The Chakras correspond with different elements, which we can bring into our touch. We might work with more fire and energy, or more flowing like water, or very light like air.
- Each Chakra speaks to a whole range of emotions and depending on what the client might share with you, the focus of your treatment might shift. When people suffer from pain in their body, it often relates to emotional, stress or anxiety tension.
PRACTICE & STUDY
Course overview
In this course you will learn:
- All the different qualities of the seven main Chakras, their tendencies and imbalances
- How these imbalances in each Chakra can manifest as physical, mental or emotional symptoms
- The developmental issues and trauma that can contribute to an imbalance
- A large selection of moves and techniques to support each of the seven Chakras
- How to create and hold a safe space
- Resourcing tools
- How to hone your listening skills
- The subtleties of a healing touch
- The different qualities of touch
- The fundamentals of self-care
- How to develop your own Hara
EXPLORING THE CHAKRAS IN PRACTICE
Examples of a couple of basic sequences
THE FOUNDATIONS
THERAPEUTIC APPLICATION
This is probably the most comprehensive advanced course I offer in terms of volume of material. The basis of the training is Thai Yoga Massage, but I also draw from osteopathic principles, cranio-sacral therapy, Chinese Medicine, Shamanic practices and Polyvagal theory.
The course is packed with moves and techniques to elevate your practice. This will allow you to give treatments with a much more therapeutic focus, addressing conditions such as:
- digestive issues
- pelvic girdle pain, back pain, joint pain
- stagnation, lack of vitality
- headaches
- respiratory issues
- poor circulation
- and more
Overview
Schedule
First day – everyone arriving in the afternoon between 16h and 18h.
- 18:00 - Opening Circle
- 19:30 - dinner
The other days will typically unfold like this:
- 07:15-08:15 - Yoga or movement practice (optional)
- 08:15 - breakfast
- 09:30-13:00 - class
- 13:00 - lunch
- 16:00-19:00(ish) - class
- 19:30 - dinner
On the last day we will have yoga, breakfast and class. Everyone will leave straight after lunch at 14h.
Half-way through the week, we will have half a day off. Depending on what people want to do and also the weather, we can go for a walk, visit a local vineyard, or relax by the pool.
Casa do Limoeiro
About the venue
Casa do Limoeiro is a traditional house located in the peaceful village of Alenquer, just 45 minutes north of Lisbon. The venue features a large garden with fresh fruit and vegetables, creating a serene environment for relaxation. Rooms are comfortable and designed for sharing, most with en-suite bathrooms. The yoga dome offers a light-filled space with beautiful views of the organic garden, complemented by roaming peacocks and chickens. Meals are made with organic, locally-sourced ingredients, providing nourishing and balanced food for body and soul.
A Flexible Pricing Structure for Accessibility
Pricing for Complete Training
590€
/ Tier 1
Rebalancing
For those with financial means who want to support the participation of others and help rebalance systemic inequity.
*Accommodation & food costs are separate from the course fee
540€
/ Tier 2
Fair
For those with medium incomes and who have sufficient financial resources and can pay the fair value for the training.
*Accommodation & food costs are separate from the course fee
490€
/ Tier 3
Supported
For those who currently have limited financial resources and can benefit from a place supplemented by the community.
*Accommodation & food costs are separate from the course fee
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE COURSE FEE
- The full training
- Comprehensive course manual
- Review of 1 documented case study
- Mentorship by email and WhatsApp during the case study period
- 1 Integration calls on Zoom
- Certificate upon completion
PAYMENT PLANS
Payment in instalments is available. You can specify this on the registration form.
Accommodation and food
The cost of accommodation and food is separate. The available accommodation options (6 nights) are:
- €365 – shared ensuite – 4 beds
- €410 – shared room with shared bathroom – twin or double
- €435 – shared ensuite – 2 beds
Single accommodation is available at an additional 170€, subject to availability.
Prices include three delicious meals per day, and tea, fruit and biscuits during the day. They do not include travel to and from Casa do Limoeiro, insurance or any extra activities.
Depending on requirements, we will organise transfers from and to Lisbon at a small additional cost (20€-40€ per person incl. both ways).
Things people often ask
Common Questions Answered
I understand that you might have some concerns before joining the training. Here are answers to the most common questions I get asked. If you have other doubts, please use the contact form to get in touch.
This course is designed for experienced Thai Massage practitioners and bodyworkers who are already confident in their touch and looking to deepen their energetic understanding. A basic knowledge of the chakra system is helpful but not essential.
Not at all. We approach the chakra system as a map of human experience — a way to explore patterns of energy, tension, and holding in the body. Whether you see chakras as symbolic or literal, the practices can offer insight and support for your work.
Some sequences involve dynamic movement and you need to be comfortable moving around floor with ease, but the focus is on precision, sensitivity, and energetic awareness — not performance or effort. You are always invited to work in a way that feels sustainable for your body.
Yes. We’ll talk about how energetic release can sometimes intersect with trauma responses and how to hold a safe, choice-centred space. You’ll learn tools for staying regulated yourself, as well as how to support your clients when strong emotions arise.
This is not uncommon when working with the energetic body. We’ll cover how to meet emotional responses with care and without interpretation, how to support someone to feel safe, and when to refer on. You’re not expected to process anyone’s emotions — your role is to hold presence and grounding.
