5 days Thai Massage Course and Yoga Retreat near Barcelona, Spain

// April 29 to May 3  2020 //

new date will be announced after Corona crises…

Become a thai massage therapist and learn the ancient healing art of thai massage in a holistic yoga retreat near Barcelone

UNFOLD YOUR MAGIC OF TOUCH

THE BENEFITS OF THAI YOGA MASSAGE

More than just a massage for our physical body, Thai Yoga Massage has an abundance of benefits that work beyond the structural body, mind, form and matter. Thai massage is a self-healing meditative dance that brings us and the receiver back to the feeling of the nurturing, caring touch that we experienced as children. It promotes general health and well-being and works on many visible and invisible levels: on the physical body it can be used both preventive and therapeutic, but most importantly, it also works on a mental and emotional level as it promotes states of deep relaxation and awakens the ability of trusting and letting go.

THE BENEFITS OF LEARNING THAI YOGA MASSAGE

As Thai Massage students, when we immerse ourselves into learning this sacred, ancient healing art, there is a spiritual awakening and transformation taking place. In this course, life changing and self-healing processes can be started. When we come together as group (Sangha) of like-minded people with the same intention of learning, sharing and supporting each other, there is an uplifting energy that can bring you beyond your resources of energy. 

As a Thai Yoga Massage Therapist, every Massage you will give can leave you mentally and emotionally more complete that you were before. On a physical level it is one of few massages, that keeps your own body healthy, as you will learn the body mechanics of gravity and the perfect fit.

THE COURSE 

This course will promote you with an abundance of postures and techniques, that will enable you to give a complete 1,5 -2 h massage. Learning the sacred and ancient art of thai massage does not require any previous skills on body work or other massages. Your intention to learn and to heal is all you need to bring! More important than any technique is to discover our hand´s ability to feel and to listen, and to learn how our hands and our mind and the two bodies of receiver and giver become one.

 

PROGRAM & ITINERARY

Thai massage is so much more than just another massage. It is a tool that can help to heal. Yourself and your receivers. This ancient art is strongly connected to the teachings of Buddha, to the Dhamma. Therefore we will not only teach and learn the techniques you need to enable you to give a heavenly 1,5 – 2 h Thai Massage, but we will root our learning and practicing on the foundation of love and compassion, combining the learning sessions with meditation and chanting, with sharing circles, games and with daily morning yoga sessions to nurture your body, mind and soul.

DAYPLAN

Day 1
* 12:00 to 16:00 arrival (if you come before 2 p.m., lunch can be booked)
* 16:00 getting to know your Sangha (the group)
* 17:00 – 20:00 principles of thai massage

Day 2, 3 and 4
* 8:00 – 9:30 Yoga
* 9:30 nourishing Breakfast
* 10:30 Chanting and Metta Meditation
* 11:00 – 14:00 thai massage session 1
* 14:00 healthy vegan lunch & siesta
* 16:00 – 19:00 thai massage session 2
* 20:00 dinner
* 21:00 gathering & sharing

Day 5
* after a morning chanting and meditation, every participant will give a 1,5 h complete massage to one of the other participants (breakfast inbetween).
* 14:00 healthy vegan lunch
* 16:00 departure

PRICES    (10% discount when booking before march 28)

(include 4 nights accommodation, 3 daily vegan meals, 8 x 3h thai massage training sessions, course materials, daily yoga, chanting and meditation, certificate)

* 1 person in shared room: 600€
* 1 person in single room: 750€
* 2 persons in private twin or double room: 1200 €

LOCATION AND ACCOMMODATION * ANIMA MUNDI RETREAT CENTER

Located in a rural area in the province of Barcelona and very close to the powerful Montserrat Mountain, you will stay in a medieval country house, whose origins date back almost 1000 years. The so called `Masía Can Mussol` is beautifully remote, nestled between vineyards and smooth hills, and has breathtaking views on the snow capped Pyrenees.

The retreat center offers different areas of the house that you can enjoy; 2 yoga shalas, a dining room with a big long table, a living room with a library and a fireplace, Wi-Fi available and an outdoor chill out area with matraces and hammocks.
It was recently renovated with completely modern amenities, mostly using recycled materials for the interior: a pleasant mix between the old and the new, combining the solidity and durability of the past with the comforts of today. We offer a variety of rooms to meet your needs: a double room with king size bed for couples, a twin room to book with a friend or to share with 1 other yogi, or shared rooms with several beds. All rooms are comfortable and each has an en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet.

The retreat center also offers a place as bed and breakfast accommodation for people who wish to stay longer.

FOOD

Proper nutrition is a fundamental base for a healthy and balanced life, that helps us to focus and concentrate; Vegan food is a part of a non-harming lifestyle.
You will enjoy three vegan homemade meals daily, prepared with passion and love, fresh, and nutritious. You will have unlimited access to tea and infusions. Food preparation is based on zero waste concept where all products are reused and become resources for others to use. Gluten free, nuts free, and sugar free menus are available if requested in advance.

HOW TO GET THERE

From Barcelona–El Prat Airport, there is a direct bus (Shuttle) to Barcelona – Plaça Espanya. From the same place Plaça Espanya you will find the underground train station. Take a train R5 from Barcelona train station at Plaça Espanya to Manresa Alta. 

From Manresa Alta, there is a bus called Castella that goes to Canet de Fals (retreat center location). Then you have to walk from there to the retreat center about 10 minutes through the vineyards. Another option is take a taxi from Manresa Alta train station to Anima Mundi Retreat Center (Canet de Fals). The taxi service costs around 25 EUR.
We will do our best to coordinate participants so you can share a taxi or we come to pick you up, don´t worry 😉

ARRIVE BY CAR (from Barcelona)
Take the road to Manresa (either the C16 or the C58 and C55 to avoid tolls). When you are in Manresa, follow the C-25 towards Manresa / Solsona / Lleida. After a few kilometers, take the exit towards St. Joan de Villatorrada and after approximately one kilometer turn left towards Fonollosa. Follow the road, go straight through the roundabout and continue on the BV3008 until the first exit on the right after the kilometric sign 7. Follow that road until the end, with the last part a dirt road that leads directly to the Jaumeandreu ( original name of the house).

Or just google Ànima Mundi Retreat Center, Canet de Fals`

COORDINATES

41.773828, 1.755590

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Samastah

Sukinoh

Bhavantu

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May all beings

everywhere

be happy

and free