Traditional Thai massage

[2] UNESCO added traditional Thai massage to its Cultural Heritage of Humanity list in December 2019.

[3][4][5] Traditional Thai massage combines acupressure, Indian Ayurvedic principles, and assisted yoga postures,[1] but with no use of oils or lotions.

[6] The concept of metta (loving-kindness), based on Buddhist teachings, is an integral part of this practice.

He is recorded in ancient documents as having extraordinary medical skills, his knowledge of herbal medicine, and for having treated important people of his day, including the Buddha himself.

Alternatively, students can go to one of the 181 schools nationwide approved to train therapists using standard HSS courses.