How to Set Up a Spa Training in Thailand

Thai massage and spa treatments are world famous. Massage practitioners from all over the world go to Thailand to learn the art of Thai massage.

You don't have to be a massage or bodywork professional to take classes, though. Anyone can sign up for classes. There exists everything from accredited schools to casual classes. And while Thai massage education can be found throughout the kingdom, Chiang Mai is a stronghold for these schools.

Things You'll Need

• Computer with Internet connection
• Credit Card

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Instructions

Arranging Your Education

• 1

  Go online and review the many accredited, reputable Thai massage and bodywork schools. A few options include thaihealingart.com, tmcschool.com, itmthaimassage.com, and thaimassageschool.ac.th.

• 2

  E-mail or call with any questions you may have about the program. Most of the schools have e-mail addresses and phone numbers listed on the site. Several schools have forms for questions and comments via their websites.

• 3

  Complete an application online. Most schools have simple online applications, although some ask you to write about yourself as well.

• 4

  Select your class package - both length of the class or classes, as well as which varieties of techniques you want to learn. Most schools have basic, advanced and professional courses ranging from three days to 25 days in duration.

• 5

  Pay online using your credit card. Most schools have online payment and those that do not give instructions on where to send payment in money order form.

• 6

  Arrange accommodations for your stay. Each program has a hotel or guest house it recommends for its students, often with a special student rate. Information about the lodging can usually be found on the school's website.