Thai Massage with Lucas Hoffman

This three hour workshop will include a traditional thai buddhist meditation for protection and grounding, a gentle yoga practice to prepare the body for practice of Thai massage, basic energy anatomy of the Thai meridians (known as “Sen” lines) and prone and supine massage techniques and modifications. Workshop is a $35 investment.

Thai massage is a clothed bodywork art, practiced on soft mats on the floor, that blends assisted yoga asana and acupressure into an dance-like moving meditation that benefits both giver and receiver. Deep, mindful compressions and gentle, powerful stretches open the physical and energetic body of the receiver relaxing and creating space for healing on all levels of the mind-body continuum. Thai massage is an ever evolving art based in the buddhist practice of Metta (loving kindness). Wonderful for couples that wish to create a deeper sense of intimacy, yoga instructors that wish better their skills at adjustment, massage therapist looking for new techniques, and anyone that wishes to care for their loved ones in a kind and accessible way.

Lucas studied Thai Massage at ITM School, Chiang Mai Thailand, under Master Chongkol Settakorn in 2013, and graduated the top of his Certified Advanced Practitioner and Teacher program.  He moved to Costa Rica to study traditional western table massage and upon his return to the United States he attended class with Michael Buck at Gray Bear Retreat. Lucas later returned to Thailand to study with Ajarn Pichest. Lucas was married at the foot of Chaing Dao, an ancient limestone mountain and buddhist cave temple, to his incredible partner Leslie. They have a healthy and happy baby boy together.