Intro to Thai Bodywork
June 2 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
$60Based on the northern style of Traditional Style of Thai Massage (Nuad Boran) Thai Yoga Bodywork is an ancient form of work from Thailand stemming back over 2500 years to the time of Buddha. In this class, led by Margaret Harstad, we will pair up with a partner to ground, stretch, twist, breathe and take care of one another while we learn a basic sequence and alternate giving and receiving. Take home a manual and duplicate the practice at home.
Link to register: https://www.svalja.yoga/workshops
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