COMBINED SHIATSU & THAI BODYWORK COURSES

• Instructor: Kim Le Robertson
• Duration: 4 days

Explore the Art of Stillness, Movement & Healing Touch

This immersive course is designed to introduce therapists to the synergistic blend of Shiatsu and Traditional Thai Bodywork—two powerful and ancient modalities rooted in Eastern philosophy, energetic anatomy, and therapeutic touch.

While they originate from different cultures—Japan and Thailand—these two styles harmonise beautifully. This course gives you the tools to combine both approaches in a fluid, client-responsive way that supports the body’s natural healing abilities without the use of oils, allowing for treatments in flexible settings such as wellness retreats, mat-based studios, gym settings or mobile clinics.

Why Combine Shiatsu & Thai Traditional Bodywork?

Both therapies are deeply rooted in traditional Eastern medicine, and while their approaches differ—Shiatsu focuses on meridian pressure and Thai massage emphasises stretching and energy line work—they share a similar intent: to restore balance, ease, and vitality in the body.

By combining them:

• You learn to vary your treatments with both static and dynamic techniques.
• You’ll enhance your skill in working through clothing, ideal for clients who prefer dry massage.
• You’ll develop a rhythmic flow between pressure, movement, and breath awareness.
• You’ll be able to customise sessions that support relaxation, mobility, and energy alignment.

What Is Shiatsu Massage?

Shiatsu massage is a Japanese bodywork therapy based on traditional Chinese medicine. It uses rhythmic pressure along energy pathways (meridians) to restore balance and relieve tension.

• Practitioners apply pressure with fingers, palms, elbows, and even knees, making it a deeply therapeutic, full-body treatment. Unlike oil-based massage, Shiatsu massage integrates physical and energetic healing to support both body and mind.
• Introduction to the Five Element theory and Meridian flow.
• Applying therapeutic pressure with mindful intention.
• Full-body Shiatsu routine using thumbs, palms, elbows, knees.
• Techniques to reduce tension, and support emotional wellbeing.

What Is Thai Traditional Massage?

Thai Traditional Massage, also known as Nuad Bo Rarn or Thai Yoga Massage, is an ancient healing practice that integrates bodywork with spiritual and energetic principles. Rooted in Thai medicine, it blends acupressure, deep tissue techniques, and assisted stretching to restore balance across the body, mind, and energy systems.

Thai Traditional Bodywork Techniques

• Understanding the Sen Sib (energy lines) and their therapeutic relevance.
• Grounded, rhythmic techniques performed on a Thai mat.
• Assisted stretching for hips, spine, shoulders, and legs.
• Rocking, compression, and acupressure sequences.
• Postural techniques that conserve the therapist’s energy while enhancing flow.

Integration: Shiatsu Meets Thai

• Merging Shiatsu stillness with Thai Massage dynamism.
• Designing flexible, customised treatments based on client needs.
• Body positioning and ergonomics for smooth session flow.

What You Will Gain

• Confidence in delivering two full-body styles with flow and focus.
• A rich toolbox of pressure and movement techniques adaptable to any body type.
• Ability to hold a calming and structured therapeutic presence.
• A deeper connection to Eastern healing principles, breathwork, and energetic listening.
• A flexible skill set that works equally well in clinics, spas, gyms, or mobile sessions.

Unlike oil massages, Thai Massage is performed fully clothed on a floor mat or massage table, using no oils. The therapist applies rhythmic pressure and gentle stretches using hands, elbows, knees, and body weight. The session typically starts at the feet and moves systematically through the entire body.

Benefits include:

• Increased flexibility and mobility.
• Improved circulation and energy flow.
• Postural alignment support.
• Stress reduction and deep relaxation.
• Enhanced body awareness and recovery.

 Certification & Recognition

Upon completion, students will receive Three Certificates of Completion for the Shiatsu Massage, Thai Traditional Massage and Shiatsu & Thai Bodywork Courses.

These accredited courses provide the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to practise Shiatsu and Thai Traditional Massage  professionally. Approved by the Massage Association of Australia (MAA) and recognised by International Institute for Complementary Therapists  (IICT), Le Spa Massage Academy is a Platinum Training Provider.

Accreditation

Upon completion, students receive a Certificate of Attendance. CPE/CPD points vary by association—please check with your provider for details.

Ideal For…

Therapists seeking to reduce hand and wrist strain by learning how to use body weight, leverage, and posture effectively.

Massage professionals interested in expanding their skills with oil-free techniques.

Practitioners looking to deliver deep, therapeutic work without excessive pressure from the hands or thumbs.

Bodyworkers, yoga instructors, and movement specialists who wish to incorporate dynamic stretching, assisted mobility, and energy line techniques.

Holistic and remedial therapists who aim to diversify their services with Eastern bodywork traditions that emphasise fluid motion, grounding touch, and breath connection.

Remedial massage therapists seeking further Continuing Professional Education (CPE) points.

WHY STUDY WITH US?

Our instructor, Kim Le Robertson has over 20 years of experience working in the remedial massage and beauty industry, and has acquired a high level of experience and knowledge in Western and Eastern approaches to her techniques throughout her career.

Kim has worked and studied in various five-star clinics and Day Spas around the world including in Australia, Thailand, the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Papua New Guinea, Fiji and Vietnam, and has now developed and refined her courses in her unique clinical style, to ensure her students are more than satisfied.

COURSE FEE

Full Price :$ 2600 -20% discount =$ 2080

DURATION

• 200-Hour Practitioner Training Program
• Includes Four Scheduled In-Person Training Days