Weekend Massage Workshops

Weekend workshop

RSM Weekend Workshops

Welcome to RSM's Weekend Workshops, a transformative learning experience for massage therapists, sports trainers, and Yoga/Pilates instructors.
Our workshops are meticulously designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering cutting-edge techniques and deep insights into the human body's dynamics.
From functional anatomy to specialized orthopedic massage, our courses cater to both beginners and advanced practitioners.

Join us to expand your skill set, deepen your understanding of body mechanics, and enhance your professional services with practical, effective techniques. Embrace this opportunity to grow, learn, and lead in your field.

Functional anatomy elevate your massage skills

Functional Anatomy Course

This introductory course is meticulously crafted for beginners eager to understand the human body's movement in depth. Diverging from conventional anatomy lessons, the course offers a dynamic, hands-on approach. It involves analyzing diverse sports actions and yoga poses, facilitating a quick and effective learning experience. The aim is to enrich participants' functional anatomy knowledge, equipping them with practical skills applicable in their professional practices.

Course schedules are shown on the 2023-24 schedule page

Sat 10:00-12:00 / 13:00-15:00
Sun 10:00-12:00 / 13:00-15:00

Functional Anatomy - 4,000 Baht

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2024-25 Massage Course Schedule

Functional Anatomy Course: Weekend Workshop

Students study functional anatomy for posture correction

Further adapt your massage skills to the needs of your clients

Being able to analyse the causes of pain, posture and movement through functional anatomy is essential for improving your massage therapy, yoga, Pilates and sports training skills.

We offer a weekend intensive course that covers the fundamentals of functional anatomy in a condensed, easy-to-learn format.

This 2-day workshop is designed to be interesting for everyone: Massage students, experienced therapists and advanced yoga practitioners.

By attending this course, you will gain an understanding of the anatomy of movement, practical knowledge to address muscle imbalances, postural issues and movement dysfunctions, and be able to customise techniques to suit individual client needs.

Learn how to improve mobility of spine

Spine Mobility Massage Workshop

A workshop specifically designed for massage therapists. This workshop introduces advanced techniques that go beyond traditional spinal manipulation methods. It incorporates myofascial release, deep tissue massage, and other integrative techniques that can significantly improve spinal mobility. This course is beneficial not only for athletes but also for elderly clients, offering techniques to improve posture and alleviate common issues like lower back and neck pain.

Course schedules are shown on the 2023-24 schedule page

Sat 10:00-12:00 / 13:00-15:00
Sun 10:00-12:00 / 13:00-15:00

Spine Mobility Massage Workshop - 6,000 Baht

Spinal Mobility Massage Course

Diagnose muscle tension focusing on cervical dynamics

Massage Therapy with Sports Medicine Insights

The spine's optimal alignment and fluid movement are key to addressing challenges like back pain, shoulder tension, and neck discomfort. Ensuring spinal integrity not only alleviates pain but also sets the foundation for elite athletic performance, sustained geriatric vitality, and holistic child development.

RSM's key Spinal Mobility Massage course consolidates over two decades of invaluable insights from sports medicine, together with unparalleled massage experience and expertise. This curriculum, sharpened by cutting-edge biomechanical principles, is further enriched through anatomical investigations using cadaver specimens.

Improve your massage skills with knowledge of sports medicine

Breathing and Postural Massage Workshop

Our Breathing and Postural Massage Workshop builds upon the principles of the Spine Mobility Massage Workshop, placing additional emphasis on breathing techniques.

Recognizing the fundamental role of breathing in daily activities, sleep, and sports performance, the workshop integrates breathing strategies with massage techniques. The focus is on enhancing posture and energy efficiency in sports, thereby promoting overall well-being and athletic prowess.

Course schedules are shown on the 2023-24 schedule page

Sat 10:00-12:00 / 13:00-15:00
Sun 10:00-12:00 / 13:00-15:00

Breathing & Postural Massage Workshop - 5,000 Baht

Breathing and Postural Massage Course

Enhance thoracic mobility & breathing via spinal rotation

Harmonizing Breath, Core, & Posture for Optimal Well-being

The Breathing and Postural Massage Course offers an intensive weekend focused on spinal mobilization. It emphasizes techniques from RSM's three main massage courses, including Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, and Myofascial Release. Participants will learn to apply these methods for breathing and postural correction, alongside gentle spine mobility massages and High Velocity Low Amplitude (HVLA) maneuvers for the iliosacral joint, lumbar, thoracic, and cervical regions.

Designed for advanced practitioners, this workshop requires completion of a foundational course at RSM or an equivalent private lesson. It focuses on deep muscle work on the quadratus lumborum, iliopsoas, multifidus, and rotatores to enhance mobility and the function of the rib cage and diaphragm. Myofascial techniques for adhesions and postural correction are also explored, aiming to reduce lower back pain, improve breathing depth, and potentially enhance daily activities, pain relief, sports performance, and sleep quality through improved spinal mobility.

Tailored for professional massage therapist seeking to deepen their expertise in spine mobility and correction, the workshop highlights the importance of manipulating postural structure to improve overall health, particularly through better posture and breathing.

Apply spine mobility and breathing massage into your practice

Orthopedic Massage Workshop on Kyphosis, Lordosis, and Scoliosis

This specialized course delves into the intricacies of kyphosis, lordosis, and scoliosis, highlighting the spine's critical influence on holistic wellness. It combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on techniques, all grounded in contemporary sports medicine research.

Participants will learn to identify pain sources through spine movement analysis and apply targeted massage techniques for muscular and structural rehabilitation, thereby improving mobility and quality of life for clients with these conditions.

Course schedules are shown on the 2023-24 schedule page

Sat 10:00-12:00 / 13:00-15:00
Sun 10:00-12:00 / 13:00-15:00

Orthopedic Massage workshop - 5,000 Baht

Orthopedic Massage Course

Identify pain sources through spine movement analysis

Massage Course on Kyphosis, Lordosis, and Scoliosis: Mastering Muscular and Structural Rehabilitation

A person's spinal health can dictate their holistic wellness, given the pivotal role played by the spine in daily movement, posture, and overall comfort. The nuances of kyphosis, lordosis, and scoliosis, though distinct, each demand a detailed therapeutic approach. RSM's orthopedic massage course seamlessly combines deep understanding with practical techniques, all underscored by the standards set by sports medicine research.

Understanding Spinal Deviations and Associated Tensions

Spinal deformities like kyphosis, lordosis, and scoliosis frequently present as more than just structural irregularities; they manifest as intricate musculoskeletal challenges, often leading to uneven muscular tensions, which contribute to discomfort and pain. Kyphosis often causes tightness in the upper back muscles. Lordosis typically results in strained lower back muscles. Scoliosis can create imbalances throughout the back, hips, and shoulders.

The workshops are designed to enhance practical skills and theoretical knowledge

Designed to enhance practical skills and theoretical knowledge

Each of these courses is an integral part of the RSM weekend workshops, tailored for professionals in massage therapy, sports training, and Yoga/Pilates instruction.

The workshops are designed to enhance practical skills and theoretical knowledge, ensuring participants can apply these techniques effectively in their respective fields.