Endorsements
from major schools, teachers and the press
Since its inception in 2006, the Thai Healing
Alliance has been endorsed by major institutions and teachers of traditional
Thai massage around the world. In Thailand, over thirty schools and teachers
have endorsed THAI by becoming active members. Another 10 schools offer courses
whose credit hours are valid toward advancing levels of membership in THAI.
In addition to Thailand, members of THAI live and practice in the United
States, Canada, The Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, and the Far East.
…The skills of the (Thai massage) practitioner…determine the safety of the practice,
and those skills depend largely on training. "Many practitioners claim to be certified, although there is no standard of certification in this country for Thai massage," says Bob Haddad,
(of) the Thai Healing Alliance. (THAI) recognizes practitioners and instructors who have completed documented training and additional hands-on practice by approved schools and instructors.
- TIME Magazine
(Traditional Thai massage) is considered one of the
fastest growing healing modalities in the world. But there is no bona
fide certification process that is legally acknowledged and administered
anywhere outside of Thailand. Enter the Thai Healing Alliance International. THAI,
a nonprofit organization based on voluntary participation, offers
membership in various levels, with corresponding study and practice
requirements. Member benefits include an annual membership certification, the
title of RTT (Registered Thai Therapist), a newsletter subscription, advertising
and research opportunities, and a client and student referral service.
- Massage & Bodywork
Magazine
I think you have laid a good foundation for an organization with serious standards for Thai massage. I wish you and the people involved with THAI all the best.
– Asokananda, renowned teacher and author, Thailand
…A combination of assisted yoga, massage, and acupressure, Thai massage originated in Thailand 2,000 years ago… The key, as with any massage, is to find a reputable (therapist)…A local spa could make recommendations. Or send an e-mail to www.thaihealingalliance.com from its website for referrals.
- U.S. News & World Report
I totally support the idea of Nuad Boran and all of traditional Thai medicine having its own international identity.
– Richard Gold, acupuncturist, teacher and author, California
We fully support and endorse the goals and the work of the Thai Healing Alliance.
–
British School of Traditional Thai Bodywork, England
Testimonials from our
members
THAI members
have studied with a wide variety of Thai massage teachers and schools around the
world. In their own words, here are some reasons they belong to the only
non-partisan international organization for the standardization of study and
practice of traditional Thai massage.
In France there is no regulation or official recognition
of Thai massage. Now my study, and eventually my teaching, can be acknowledged by an international organization.
– J.M., RTT, France
THAI is a very necessary move towards uniting, educating and providing accessibility to the Thai healing community. THAI gives us resources we never had, ways to collaborate with others, and a wealth of information that we may never have otherwise known.
– N. B., personal trainer, RTT
In some rural areas, finding interested clients is somewhat of a challenge. The THAI network is a bonus for everyone
- clients and bodyworkers.
– C.D.D., Thai practitioner
THAI will bring us together and make us stronger, and in the long run spread knowledge of Thai healing that will benefit us all.
- I. K., practitioner, Europe
THAI’s goal of maintaining the tradition of Thai massage is reason enough (to join). I also wish to expand my knowledge and experience of this amazing gift, as well as maintain my personal practice, and learn and share as much as I can.
- C.M., practitioner, Puerto Rico
We need an organization to maintain educational standards and provide the consumer with a reliable source of information about qualified practitioners. By becoming a member, I am making a statement as a practitioner of Thai massage to maintain high standards of training and authenticity in my practice.
- A. T., RTT, California
I expect to display the THAI logo as a mark of quality in the services I offer on my printed materials and web site.
- E.T., practitioner
As a teacher, sharing the instruction of Thai massage and helping to bring more awareness has been my goal. Now, through THAI, I can share this goal with others of like mind and spirit.
– A.T., RTT, Instructor
In support of THAI, I too wish to standardize practice… So many “Thai” massage locations do not represent the work as it was meant to be practiced. It is important that my students learn from me as they would from masters in Thailand.
– E.G.B. ,RTT, Instructor
I believe we need a community / sangha in this tradition to deepen and support one another. We also need to uphold the integrity of Thai massage…When we align our intention for the higher good, all will live in better health, wealth and happiness.
– D.B.S., RTT, Instructor
It’s encouraging to know that this alliance will help to protect the traditional art of Thai massage.
- C. M., Thai massage therapist, New York
I fully support this effort and the compassionate and open intention with which you are guiding this endeavor.
- E. C., dancer, Thai therapist
I want to vastly reduce the number of clients who have experienced mediocre treatments from poorly-trained practitioners, or the watered-down versions on a table. I joyfully accept my responsibility to share the knowledge and true spirit of traditional Thai massage.
- J.E.P., RTT, Instructor
I expect that as a result of my membership in THAI, my fellow practitioners and I will obtain more clients in need of our unique service.
– G.O., RTT
My reason for joining the Thai healing Alliance is a need for a standard within our growing and popular healing art. It can be difficult to locate a Thai massage practitioner who has been properly trained. This alliance can connect healers with clients and clients with healers.
– C.B.G., RTT
As a practitioner, I feel it is important to belong to a professional organization that will validate and maintain high standards and install confidence in my clients. THAI is also a good base for networking with fellow members internationally.
- JLB, RTT, England
There is much to learn, and belonging to an organization such as this might give me a perspective and a foundation upon which to build my practice.
– D.M.M., Practitioner
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