Upcoming Events
Thai Foot Massage - Mini Course - Sunday July 21st, 2024 8am-3pm
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- This course delves into the ancient practice of Thai foot massage and reflexology, a holistic treatment technique that aims to restore balance and harmony in the body through stimulation of reflex points on the feet. Originating from Thailand, this form of reflexology integrates elements of Chinese massage, Ayurveda, and traditional Thai medicine, with a unique emphasis on sen lines (energy lines) and marma points (vital points) to promote health and well-being.
- This course provides students with a theoretical understanding and practical skills necessary to perform a full Thai foot reflexology session, including the use of the traditional stick at the reflex points, foot stretching and joint mobility, the use of hot towels and thai herbal balm.
- This course is limited to 8 students
- Students who complete the course will learn the protocol for a 30 min to 1 hour session
- Students will be expected to submit 3 hours of practicum evaluations to receive certification.
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Sunday July 21
8am - 11:30am (3.5)
11:30-12:30 Lunch break (1)
12:30-3:00pm (2.5)
Evaluated Practicum with 3 people on your own time
6 Total Instructional Hours, 3 hours Practicum
COST: $200 ($150 for current or returning students)
Facilitator: Kimberly Preston, LMT, E-RYT has been a yoga & meditation teacher since 2008 and a practitioner and teacher of traditional Thai massage since 2009. She began her studies at the New England School of Thai Massage, but later spent time in Chiang Mai, Thailand studying under several Thai master teachers. Kimberly expanded her framework for this practice by becoming a certified AcroYoga International Teacher (yoga/acrobatics/Thai massage) in 2012 and has had the opportunity to share traditional Thai massage with hundreds of students around the US. Kimberly is the founder of the Woven Heart School of Thai Massage in Salt Lake City and was granted a Best of Utah Mind & Body Award in 2020 by City Weekly Magazine. She is an Approved Provider through the NCBTMB, National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork.
Payment Plans, Partial Scholarship and Work Trade options available for those unable to make the financial investment, just ask. Please email kimberlyprestonyoga@gmail.com or call/text 801-410-0833 with any questions or to register.
Location: 3333 South 900 East, Ste. 220, Salt Lake City, UT
Foundations of Traditional Thai Massage Level 2 - Sidelying and Seated - July/August 2024
- Thai Massage is the ancient healing art of Thailand and combines the traditions of acupressure, deep muscle compression, assisted stretching, rocking/swaying, and meditative breath. It is the ancient healing art of Thailand, and the Northern style, Nuad Boran, is deeply rooted in the lineages of Yoga, Ayurveda and Buddhism. Pressure is focused along Sip Sen or Thai energy lines. Clients remain fully clothed and sessions take place on a massage mat on the floor.
- Thai Massage is a fundamental piece of Traditional Thai Medicine, a system of methods and practices, such as herbal medicine, bodywork practices, and spiritual healing that is indigenous to the region currently known as Thailand.
- This Level 2 course is limited to 8 students and is intended to introduce you to the foundations of traditional Thai massage, including history, systems and culture, practice, body mechanics, contraindications and safety. Further training beyond this introduction is recommended.
- Students who complete the course will learn the protocol for a 60 - 90 minute session of both sidelying and seated Thai massage. Combined with the knowledge gained in Level 1 course, you will be able to confidently offer 2 hour sessions.
- Open to LMTs, yoga teachers, or anyone interested in sharing touch with family and friends. Some Thai massage experience is required, not necessarily through Woven Heart, though our Level 1 training will fully prepare you for this course. Familiarity with beginner Thai in supine and prone positions will be helpful.
Sat July 27 9:00am-4:00pm (1 hr lunch break each day) (6 hrs)
Sun July 28 9:00am-4:00pm (6 hrs)
Sat August 3 9:00am-4:00pm (6 hrs)
Sat Aug 17 9:00am-4:00pm (6 hrs)
Sun Aug 18 9:00am-4:00pm (6 hrs)
Makeup date if needed Sat Aug 24 9:00am-4:00pm (6 hrs)
30 Total Hours
Please prepare to include some practice time on your own between our sessions, so that we can move efficiently through the curriculum.
COST: $700
REGISTRATION: contact Kimberly directly, see below
Facilitator: Kimberly Preston, LMT,E-RYT has been a yoga & meditation teacher since 2008 and a practitioner and teacher of traditional Thai massage since 2009. She began her studies at the New England School of Thai Massage, but later spent time in Chiang Mai, Thailand studying under several Thai master teachers. Kimberly expanded her framework for this practice by becoming a certified AcroYoga International Teacher (yoga/acrobatics/Thai massage) in 2012 and has had the opportunity to share traditional Thai massage with hundreds of students around the US. Kimberly is the founder of the Woven Heart School of Thai Massage in Salt Lake City and was granted a Best of Utah Mind & Body Award in 2020 by City Weekly Magazine. She is an Approved Provider through the NCBTMB, National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork. She is regularly a Guest Lecturer in the University of Utah Department of Kinesiology and is an Instructor at Myotherapy Massage College. Gratitude to her teachers and lineage, including Thai teachers Aree Sanyalek, Pichest Boonthumme, Chongkol’s ITM, and American teachers Jennifer Yarro and Bob Haddad of the Old Medicine Hospital lineage.
Payment Plans, Partial Scholarship and Work Trade options available for those unable to make the financial investment, just ask. Please email kimberlyprestonyoga@gmail.com or call/text 801-410-0833 with any questions or to register.
Location: 3333 South 900 East, Ste. 220, Salt Lake City, UT
Foundations of Traditional Thai Massage Level 1 - "Pay What You Can" - October 20-22, 2023
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- Thai Massage is the ancient healing art of Thailand and combines the traditions of acupressure, deep muscle compression, assisted stretching, rocking/swaying, and meditative breath. It is the ancient healing art of Thailand, and the Northern style, Nuad Boran, is deeply rooted in the lineages of Yoga, Ayurveda and Buddhism. Pressure is focused along Sip Sen or Thai energy lines. Clients remain fully clothed and sessions take place on a massage mat on the floor.
- Thai Massage is a fundamental piece of Traditional Thai Medicine, a system of methods and practices, such as herbal medicine, bodywork practices, and spiritual healing that is indigenous to the region currently known as Thailand.
- This Level 1 course is limited to 8 students and is intended to introduce you to the foundations of traditional Thai massage, including history, systems and culture, practice, body mechanics, contraindications and safety. Further training beyond this introduction is recommended.
- Students who complete the course will learn the protocol for a 1 hour session of both supine and prone Thai massage and will be expected to submit 3 hours of practicum evaluations to receive the Level 1 certification.
- Open to LMTs, yoga teachers, or anyone interested in sharing touch with family and friends.
This course is approved for 27 CE’s through the NCBTMB.
Friday 10/20/23 9am - 5pm (7) 1 hour lunch break each day
Saturday 10/21/23 8am-12:30pm, 3:30pm-6pm (8)
Sunday 10/22/23 9am - 5pm (7)
One-on-one practicum session with Instructor, scheduled at your convenience (3)
Practicum with 3 people on your own time (3)
28 Total Hours
Please prepare to include some practice time in the evenings between the daily sessions, so that we can move efficiently through the curriculum.
COST: $700 THIS SESSION ONLY: Pay What You Can Option, Venmo @kimberly-preston-2 confirm 3067 to save your spot. Please pay an amount that works for your budget, feel free to make multiple payments over time. Contact Kimberly for other payment options.
REGISTRATION: https://wovenheart.as.me/school
Facilitator: Kimberly Preston, LMT, E-RYT has been a yoga & meditation teacher since 2008 and a practitioner and teacher of traditional Thai massage since 2009. She began her studies at the New England School of Thai Massage, but later spent time in Chiang Mai, Thailand studying under several Thai master teachers. Kimberly expanded her framework for this practice by becoming a certified AcroYoga International Teacher (yoga/acrobatics/Thai massage) in 2012 and has had the opportunity to share traditional Thai massage with hundreds of students around the US. Kimberly is the founder of the Woven Heart School of Thai Massage in Salt Lake City and was granted a Best of Utah Mind & Body Award in 2020 by City Weekly Magazine. She is an Approved Provider through the NCBTMB, National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork. Gratitude to her teachers and lineage, including Thai teachers Aree Sanyalek, Pichest Boonthumme, Chongkol’s ITM, and American teachers Jennifer Yarro and Bob Haddad of the Old Medicine Hospital lineage.
Please email kimberlyprestonyoga@gmail.com or call/text 801-410-0833 with any questions.
Location: 3333 South 900 East, Ste. 220, Salt Lake City, UT
Foundations of Traditional Thai Massage Level 2 - September 2023
- Thai Massage is the ancient healing art of Thailand and combines the traditions of acupressure, deep muscle compression, assisted stretching, rocking/swaying, and meditative breath. It is the ancient healing art of Thailand, and the Northern style, Nuad Boran, is deeply rooted in the lineages of Yoga, Ayurveda and Buddhism. Pressure is focused along Sip Sen or Thai energy lines. Clients remain fully clothed and sessions take place on a massage mat on the floor.
- Thai Massage is a fundamental piece of Traditional Thai Medicine, a system of methods and practices, such as herbal medicine, bodywork practices, and spiritual healing that is indigenous to the region currently known as Thailand.
- This Level 2 course is limited to 8 students and is intended to introduce you to the foundations of traditional Thai massage, including history, systems and culture, practice, body mechanics, contraindications and safety. Further training beyond this introduction is recommended.
- Students who complete the course will learn the protocol for a 1 hour session of both sidelying and seated Thai massage. Combined with the knowledge gained in Level 1 course, you will be able to confidently offer 90 min to 2 hour sessions. You will need to submit 3 hours of practicum evaluations to receive the Level 2 certification.
- Open to LMTs, yoga teachers, or anyone interested in sharing touch with family and friends. Some Thai massage experience is required, not necessarily through Woven Heart, though our Level 1 training will fully prepare you for this course. Familiarity with beginner Thai in supine and prone positions will be helpful.
Friday 9/08/23 8am - 5pm (8) 1 hour lunch break each day
Saturday 9/09/23 8am - 5pm (8)
Sunday 9/10/23 8am - 5pm (8)
One-on-one practicum session with Instructor, scheduled at your convenience (3)
Practicum with 3 people on your own time (3)
30 Total Hours
Please prepare to include some practice time in the evenings between the daily sessions, so that we can move efficiently through the curriculum.
COST: $700
REGISTRATION: https://wovenheart.as.me/school
Facilitator: Kimberly Preston, LMT,E-RYT has been a yoga & meditation teacher since 2008 and a practitioner and teacher of traditional Thai massage since 2009. She began her studies at the New England School of Thai Massage, but later spent time in Chiang Mai, Thailand studying under several Thai master teachers. Kimberly expanded her framework for this practice by becoming a certified AcroYoga International Teacher (yoga/acrobatics/Thai massage) in 2012 and has had the opportunity to share traditional Thai massage with hundreds of students around the US. Kimberly is the founder of the Woven Heart School of Thai Massage in Salt Lake City and was granted a Best of Utah Mind & Body Award in 2020 by City Weekly Magazine. She is an Approved Provider through the NCBTMB, National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork. Gratitude to her teachers and lineage, including Thai teachers Aree Sanyalek, Pichest Boonthumme, Chongkol’s ITM, and American teachers Jennifer Yarro and Bob Haddad of the Old Medicine Hospital lineage.
Payment Plans, Partial Scholarship and Work Trade options available for those unable to make the financial investment, just ask. Please email kimberlyprestonyoga@gmail.com or call/text 801-410-0833 with any questions.
Location: 3333 South 900 East, Ste. 220, Salt Lake City, UT
Thai Foot Reflexology - September 2023
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- This comprehensive course delves into the ancient practice of Thai foot reflexology, a holistic treatment technique that aims to restore balance and harmony in the body through stimulation of reflex points on the feet. Originating from Thailand, this form of reflexology integrates elements of Chinese massage, Ayurveda, and traditional Thai medicine, with a unique emphasis on sen lines (energy lines) and marma points (vital points) to promote health and well-being.
- This course provides students with a theoretical understanding and practical skills necessary to perform a full Thai foot reflexology session. Students will explore the anatomy and physiology of the foot, including the lower leg muscles, bones, and joints, and their correlation to the whole body. The course also delves into the principles of reflexology, specifically, the theory of sen lines and their relevance to the lower legs and feet.
- Thai Massage is a fundamental piece of Traditional Thai Medicine, a system of methods and practices, such as herbal medicine, bodywork practices, and spiritual healing that is indigenous to the region currently known as Thailand.
- This course is limited to 8 students
- Students who complete the course will learn the protocol for a 30 min to 1 hour session
- Students will be expected to submit 3 hours of practicum evaluations to receive certification.
- Open to LMTs, Foot Zoners, or anyone interested in sharing touch with family and friends.
This course is pending approval for 16 CE’s through the NCBTMB.
Saturday 9/23/23 8am - 5pm (8) Lunch break each day 12-1
Sunday 9/24/23 8am - 5pm (8)
Evaluated Practicum with 3 people on your own time (3)
19 Total Hours
COST: $400 ($25 per educational hour)
REGISTRATION: https://wovenheart.as.me/school
Facilitator: Kimberly Preston, LMT, E-RYT has been a yoga & meditation teacher since 2008 and a practitioner and teacher of traditional Thai massage since 2009. She began her studies at the New England School of Thai Massage, but later spent time in Chiang Mai, Thailand studying under several Thai master teachers. Kimberly expanded her framework for this practice by becoming a certified AcroYoga International Teacher (yoga/acrobatics/Thai massage) in 2012 and has had the opportunity to share traditional Thai massage with hundreds of students around the US. Kimberly is the founder of the Woven Heart School of Thai Massage in Salt Lake City and was granted a Best of Utah Mind & Body Award in 2020 by City Weekly Magazine. She is an Approved Provider through the NCBTMB, National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork. Gratitude to her teachers and lineage, including Thai teachers Aree Sanyalek, Pichest Boonthumme, Chongkol’s ITM, and American teachers Jennifer Yarro and Bob Haddad of the Old Medicine Hospital lineage.
Payment Plans, Partial Scholarship and Work Trade options available for those unable to make the financial investment, just ask. Please email kimberlyprestonyoga@gmail.com or call/text 801-410-0833 with any questions.
Location: 3333 South 900 East, Ste. 220, Salt Lake City, UT
Integrative Thai Massage: Advanced Techniques for Back Pain 2022
- In this course we will explore Thai Massage through multiple frameworks, to support people living with low back pain. This course will bring together Traditional Thai Massage with clinical decision making, and rehabilitation perspectives, participants will learn to work collaboratively with the nervous system, joints, and soft tissues to support healing from pain and injury.
- Thai Massage is the ancient healing art of Thailand and combines the traditions of acupressure, deep muscle compression, assisted stretching, rocking/swaying, and meditative breath. It is the ancient healing art of Thailand, and the Northern style, Nuad Boran, is deeply rooted in the lineages of Yoga, Ayurveda and Buddhism. Pressure is focused along Sip Sen or Thai energy lines.
- Integrative Thai Massage respectfully brings together a complete traditional healing system with clinical decision making, communication skills, relational skills, neuroscience, and integrative rehabilitation frameworks for understanding how to provide Thai massage safely, effectively, and compassionately in many contexts.
- This is an Approved Course for 20 CE’s through NCBTMB
- This course is limited to 8 students
- Prerequisites: minimum 30 hours of prior Thai Massage training, general familiarity with Thai work in supine and prone positions.
Saturday Dec 3rd, 2022 9:00am - 5:30pm
Sunday Dec 4th, 2022 9:00am - 5:30pm
+ 4 hours of practicum on your own time
Cost: $300 ($15 per educational hour)
SATURDAY ONLY OPTION: $175
Location: 3333 South 900 East, Ste. 220, Salt Lake City, UT
Kimberly Preston, LMT, E-RYT has been a yoga & meditation teacher since 2008 and a practitioner and teacher of traditional Thai massage since 2009. She began her studies at the New England School of Thai Massage, but later spent time in Chiang Mai, Thailand studying under several Thai master teachers. Kimberly expanded her framework for this practice by becoming a certified AcroYoga International Teacher (yoga/acrobatics/Thai massage) in 2012 and has had the opportunity to share traditional Thai massage with hundreds of students around the US. Kimberly is the founder of the Woven Heart School of Thai Massage in Salt Lake City and was granted a Best of Utah Mind & Body Award in 2020 by City Weekly Magazine. She is an Approved Provider through the NCBTMB, National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork. Gratitude to her teachers and lineage, including Thai teachers Aree Sanyalek, Pichest Boonthumme, Chongkol’s ITM, and American teachers Jennifer Yarro and Bob Haddad of the Old Medicine Hospital lineage.
Ben Smith, LMT is a massage therapist, educator, integrative health researcher, and member of the Utah Massage Therapy Board who is passionate about the integration of connection, heartfulness, and polyvagal theory into clinically oriented massage, bodywork, and mind-body therapies. His career and training have emphasized clinical orthopedic massage, oncology massage, integrative pain management, and trauma informed massage. Since graduating from Healing Mountain Massage School in 2014 he has been continuously involved in massage education ranging from teaching initial coursework for massage therapy students, to creating multiple NCBTMB approved courses including an oncology massage course for Huntsman Cancer Institute. He has been most impacted by his training with Nikki Rae Whitlock in Hendrickson Method (HM), The Restorative Practices Alliance with Gabriel Kram, and the Neuro Affective Relational Model (NARM) for trauma informed care.