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What is Thai massage?
Thai massage is an ancient practice
that is becoming increasingly relevant in the modern world.
Thai massage uses yoga-like movement and stretching
to help relieve stiffness and create more flexibility in the
body. It creates more range of motion and a relaxed, energized
feeling. The Thai treatment can help clients understand where
they are holding tension in the body, how their breathing can
help them relax, and ways to slow down the mind. It can also
inform clients of how their habits in the world can have direct
impacts on their bodies. Thai massage is one of the great gifts
that Thailand has given to the people in the west.
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How is Chicago School of Thai Massage different from other schools?
At Chicago School of Thai Massage,
we recognize that Thai massage is a challenging practice that
requires time, energy and patience. If it is not practiced correctly,
it can take a toll on the practitioners physical and mental
health. We want all practitioners to have a long, satisfying,
and injury-free career. In order for this to become a reality,
a lot of practice and training is required. By offering this
basic program, we are starting you down that path.
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What are the specific program offerings?
- 162 hours of direct instruction over a variety of interesting
topics threading through 6 three day weekends
- 15 hours of supervised practice (on Thursday nights before
the weekend begins)
- 14 hours of student clinic
- 4 hours of community service
- Guest teachers
- Instructional DVD's and manuals
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What if I just want to take one or two weekends, but not the
whole six months?
We have made a conscious choice to encourage people
to honor the integrity of the practice by asking for a more
serious commitment. That means, students will be required to
take the entire six month program. That being said, we will
be offering individual weekend workshops for those who are looking
for an introduction to Thai massage or continuing education
(CE).
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I live outside of Chicago but I still want to join the school.
Is that possible?
We have designed the program such that it takes
place during just one long weekend a month. If you live within
three hours of Chicago, you might decide that it’s worth
the drive. We have many students in town who can put you up
for the three nights you would be here each month.
If you live in one of the cities that Southwest
airlines offers $100 round trip tickets, that might be an expense
you are willing to absorb in order to participate.
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Do I need to have massage experience to enter the program?
No. You just need to be able to spend time on
your knees on the floor.
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It looks interesting but I have never had a Thai massage before.
Can I still enroll?
Yes, however, we highly encourage you to get a
professional Thai massage before you begin studies. The directors
of the school offer discounted sessions for those who are considering
enrolling.
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What is the cost of the program?
The tuition for the entire program is $2700.00
Early Registration Cost: $2350
Due in full by December 22, 2008 – one month prior to
the start of the program.
A $300 deposit holds your space in the 6 month
course.
If a student cancels prior to the beginning of the program,
they will receive a full refund less $150 processing fee.
Tuition does not include required books.
| Tuition does include membership to the Thai Healing Alliance.
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Are payment plans available?
Yes. The breakdown is as follows:
Prior to weekend 1: 880
Prior to weekend 2: 580
Prior to weekend 3: 580
Prior to weekend 4: 580
Prior to weekend 5: 130
Total for the payment plan is $2750 (the extra
$50 beyond the $2700 is for processing)
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If I take the introduction to Thai massage in September, can I get a discount?
You will get $150 refund when you enroll in the 2009 session making the your cost for the introduction $100.
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What is the refund policy?
75 percent once the first weekend begins
50 percent once the second weekend begins
25 percent once the third weekend begins
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What if I miss a day or a weekend?
We encourage you not to miss anything but we understand
that emergencies can come up. We have a number of opportunities
for you to make up class time missed.
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Upon completion of the school, will I be able to apply to be
an RTT (Registered Thai Therapist) with the Thai Healing Alliance?
In order to become an RTT, you must have completed
150 hours of coursework as well as 50 documented practice
sessions. You must also wait a full year from the date of your
first Thai massage class. If upon entering the school you have
never taken a Thai massage class before, you will need to wait
one year from the date of the first class before you can apply. Chicago School
of Thai Massage's program is 162 hours so it more than
satisfies the 150 hour requirement. Chicago School of
Thai Massage requires 30 documented practice sessions
in the six month program. You will need to document 20 more
before you can apply for RTT status.
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I can’t make it to the 2008 session but am interested
in 2009. When are you offering this program again?
We are currently offering two programs in
2009. The first is winter/spring, from Jan-June, and the next is summer/fall from June-Nov.
The 2009 dates are as follows:
Winter/spring: Jan. 22-25, Feb. 19-22, March 19-22, April 16-19, May 14-17, June 11-14.
Summer/fall: June 25-28, July 16-19, August 6-9, Sept. 10-13, Oct. 15-18, Nov. 12-15.
2009 14 Hour Introductory Weekends: April 4,5 and Oct. 3,4.
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