Join Catia for this comprehensive 50 hour certified course. An introduction to the Osteo-Thai Biodynamic Therapy - ‘The touch of presence’.
Welcome to the sacred dance of mindful touch.
Learn to touch, feel, be present and heal.
This course offers a comprehensive foundation in Thai Massage, Osteopathy, and Craniosacral Therapy. Led by Catia, it integrates core principles from Chinese Medicine, Reflexology, and Herbalism, equipping you with a well-rounded approach to holistic bodywork.
About the training
You will learn about the principles and foundations of .…
Thai Massage
Thai massage blends acupressure and assisted yoga. It promotes relaxation and flexibility through rhythmic pressing and stretching.
Osteopathy
Osteopathy focuses on the musculoskeletal system, using manual techniques to improve circulation, relieve pain, and enhance health.
Craniosacral
Craniosacral therapy uses light touch to relieve tension and improve cerebrospinal fluid flow, promoting healing and peace.
Key Themes & Anatomy
Explore essential themes such as:
Joints and Fascial Connections – Understanding mobility and structural relationships
Reciprocal Tension – Balancing forces within the body
Meninges – Insights into protective layers of the central nervous system
Comprehensive Anatomy – Detailed study of various body systems and functions
Is This Course for You?
This course is open to everyone, regardless of massage experience, and is especially suited for yoga and movement professionals who wish to deepen their understanding of touch. Whether you’re looking to assist students more effectively or simply build confidence in the art of touch, this course provides hands-on training in how and where to connect through touch. You’ll learn to tune into the sensitivity of your hands, cultivating a heightened awareness of how to feel, listen, and facilitate healing.
Your journey will begin by refining your own senses and discovering a sacred touch unique to you. Guided practices will help you connect with your body’s sensations, rhythms, and subtleties, laying the groundwork for the therapeutic relationship. As you cultivate presence, compassion, and intuition, these qualities will naturally shape the way you approach touch and healing with clients.
This week-long immersion is also an invitation to reconnect with your inner self. Many of us lack time and space to explore our deeper feelings, so throughout the course, we’ll engage in practices—seated, walking, and even dancing meditations—that encourage inner listening and body awareness. By fostering presence, kindness, compassion, and balance, you’ll develop a transformative practice that enhances your therapeutic skills and enriches your personal journey.
Why Study Bodywork?
Bodywork is an ancient, transformative healing art that fosters a profound connection between practitioner and client. Through this course, you will:
Enhance your focus, sensitivity, and presence
Develop a deeper understanding of the body’s systems
Guide others on a healing journey through the art of touch
Training location— Lion’s Breath Yoga Studio
Schedule
Friday 7 th - Thursday 15th August
09:00 Osteothai – theory and practice
13:30 lunch break
15:30-18:00 Osteothai – theory and practice
Saturday 14th February
08:00 Morning yoga
09:30 breakfast
10:30 last class
13:30 goodbye lunch and certification
Certification
On completion of this course, you will be certified with 50 hours of bodywork training - a foundation for you to start your practice as a massage therapist, and use your new skills of healing touch for assisting students in class, or to simply give loving, mindful touch to family and friends.
Pricing
Course Fee (does not include accommodation):
First 4 students: €700
Following students: €800
Group size limited to 12 students
Please note: the above fee is for the course only. Accommodation is arranged separately.
