8 DAYS THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE INTENSIVE: RAW & WILD EDITION

This is for massage therapists who want serious bodywork and serious nature. The training balances the focused discipline of studying Therapeutic Massage and the rejuvenating spirit of a tropical vacation. This intensive retreat is for all bodyworkers who would like to deepen their bodywork, further their understanding of the body, learn how to maintain the health of their own bodies while giving massage, receive good bodywork, fire up new inspiration for their massage practice, and connect with Divine Nature.

This is a 45-hour NCBTMB and THAI certified training packed full of refined therapeutic massage techniques, self-bodywork techniques, yoga, Chi Kung, swimming, and swinging in a hammock.

Where is congested energy being held?
In what order must areas be opened?
What type of bodywork is appropriate for this individual?
Feel revolting muscles vs surrendering muscles.
Determine how deeply you can work and how to direct the energy.
Learn to evaluate breath patterns and how to coach an optimal breath.
Remove surface tension in preparation for deep work.
Approach multiple layers of tension; How much can be worked in each session?
Subtle hand and foot variations to create dramatic effects.
Practice slowing down. Letting go of a prescribed, timed sequence and replacing it with feeling and following the energy.
“Clean-up”. How to finish up a session after working deeply.
Recognize how each body may need to be supported differently.
Support your body with a simple strap system so you can easily use your feet, knees, elbows, sitz bones and body weight.
Minimize muscular effort so you can feel nurtured by your massage career for a lifetime. Practice getting out of your own way and working less.
We will cater the week around the ailments and interests of the students. We want to make it as useful as possible for you. Chris has endless tricks, techniques, and info to share so we take your requests– neck work, for example– and then practice several different ways to approach that area so each student can find the approach that works best for them.

The training includes:

8 nights lodging at the ocean-jungle eco-lodge, Dolphin Quest. Please note that lodging will be shared. Dolphin Quest has several cabins with multiple beds. Take a look here for photos and descriptions.

3 tasty, nourishing meals per day (from dinner on the 3rd through breakfast on the 11th). Most of the food comes from the land and sea around Dolphin Quest. Freshly harvested fruit and herbs, freshly caught fish, and more…
Transportation to/from Golfito or Puerto Jimenez to Dolphin Quest. This is a 20-30 minute boat ride through the Golfo Dulce.
Tuition for 7 full days of instruction. Christopher and Kate go over the top to give you their full attention. They intend to share as much as possible and want you to have a full, rewarding experience. You benefit from the fact that they are both over-achievers. Class size maximum is 12 people to ensure quality. We are happy to connect you with previous participants if you would like to hear their perspective.
Jungle waterfall guided hike.
A thorough manual to take home with you.

Christopher Ray is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. (#451538-11) and is registered by Thai Healing Alliance International (THAI) as a Thai Therapist and Instructor.
Chris has been practicing massage & bodywork for the past 28 years, focusing on Traditional Therapeutic Thai Massage for the past 22. He has worked with many teachers in Thailand, and has developed a unique, masterful style of bodywork which is deeply transformative. Christopher’s patient, thorough style of 3 to 5-hour sessions has allowed him to explore deeply into how congestion and energy move and function in the body. Chris began teaching ten years ago, sharing his detailed sense of body and energy mechanics, as well as his clear, heart-based approach to life. He is passionate about assisting people in opening up their bodies, remembering their true potential, and embracing life with authenticity, love and joy.
Kate Lewandowski is a certified breathing facilitator, registered yoga teacher, dance teacher, landscaper, Qi Kung practitioner, bodyworker, ex-veterinarian, and cosmic traveler. She thrives on balancing and supporting the highest potential of all those around her. She is also the nuts-n-bolts organizer of this team who holds the container for the magic to unfold. Together, their skills balance and synergize to create exuberant classes that provide life changing information in a fun, comprehendible way.