Bob Haddad Thai Massage Workshops
Thai Massage Workshops with Bob Haddad
Bob Haddad has studied Thai massage in Thailand and elsewhere since 1999. He founded Thai Healing Alliance International, is author of two important books on the topic, and he teaches advanced courses and workshops around the world.
These workshops are approved by NCBTMB (USA) and Thai Healing Alliance (THAI) for continuing education credit, and a certificate is awarded upon completion.
Join us in Minneapolis for workshops that can change the way you practice Thai Massage and Bodywork!
Save $$$ if you enroll by April 1, 2026!
Upcoming Workshops with Bob Haddad
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Care & Feeding of Your Thai Massage Practice
May 28, 2026
Care & Feeding of Your Thai Massage Practice
Save $$$ if you enroll by April 1, 2026!
Date: Thurs, May 28, 2026
Time: 9:00am-4:30pm
Cost: $150 ($175 after April 1, 2026)
Cost – Multi Workshop Bundle: $635 ($760 after April 1, 2026) – Register for both Care & Feeding (May 28) & Upper Body Techniques Workshops (May 29-31)
Teacher: Bob Haddad, RTT
Location: Devanadi Yoga – 4401 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410
CEs: 7 with NCBTMB and THAI
Pre-requisite: Thai Yoga Bodywork Level 1 or equivalent from another school or teacherPlease read our Cancellation Policy below before registering.
Description:
This specialized 1-day workshop deals with important aspects of traditional nuad boran that are often neglected in other programs of study. We practice techniques to use bodyweight effectively, to correct bad habits, and to work with good body mechanics and breath coordination. We learn to avoid injuring the hands, wrists and back; how to soften or intensify techniques without strain or hyper-extension; how to improve flow from one body position to another; and ways to support clients during treatments.We practice synchronized and oppositional breathing patterns, and we discuss their relevance and application to the most common Thai massage moves. We work in supine, prone, side and sitting positions, and we practice on others and refine our own techniques and sequences based on sustainable concepts. Finally, we discuss and practice helpful techniques for preparation and energy protection before a Thai session, and cleansing and detox techniques after a difficult session. Specialized visualizations and pranayama exercises are also practiced.
This is a one-of-a-kind workshop, specially designed for students and practitioners of Thai massage, bodywork, and movement therapy. Previous experience in Thai massage or bodywork is required. This course is approved for CEUs by NCBTMB and THAI. Certificates are awarded at the end of the workshop.
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Upper Body Concepts & Techniques
May 29-31, 2026
Upper Body Concepts & TechniqueS
Save $$$ if you enroll by April 1, 2026!
Dates: Fri-Sun, May 29-31, 2026
Time: 9:00am-4:30pm daily
Cost: $500 ($600 after April 1, 2026)
Cost – Multi Workshop Discount: $635 ($760 after April 1, 2026) – Register for both Care & Feeding (May 28) & Upper Body Techniques Workshops (May 29-31)
Teacher: Bob Haddad, RTT
Location: Devanadi Yoga – 4401 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410
CEs: 20 with NCBTMB and THAI
Pre-requisite: Thai Yoga Bodywork Level 1 or equivalent from another school or teacher
Payment Plan: contact us with a plan and we’ll see what we can do as this is a guest teacherPlease read our Cancellation Policy below before registering.
Description:
After working the feet, legs and lower body in traditional Thai massage, it’s important to proceed with your work on the upper body in a targeted and holistic way. This workshop raises your awareness of whole-body energy patterns, and helps you connect your upper-body work to the things you do in the first half of your treatments.
In this popular course you will learn:
• Specialized techniques to release back tension
• Creative ways to work the upper sen lines
• Deep and sensitive Thai abdominal work
• How to use your feet to sense and release blockages
• Lifts, spinal twists and suspensions
• Targeted techniques for shoulders and shoulder blades
• How to use your body weight to avoid straining
• Relaxing and therapeutic techniques for the neck, head and face
• How to assess your client’s body language
• How to use breathing for maximum effect
• Advanced stretches for the back, arms and shoulders
• How to refine your body mechanics … and much more.This is an exciting, creative and exploratory course for all those with some previous experience in Thai massage, shiatsu, physical therapy, partner yoga or any other floor-based modality. We work in all body positions, and plenty of time is given for practice and review each day. This is a unique opportunity to study closely with the teacher, and to work in an intimate setting with a small group of people. Please join us for this exciting workshop!
Other Details
Want Continuing Education (CE) credit?
CEs: Noted above in each workshop area. To earn CEs, students must attend all scheduled contact hours. Certificate of Completion emailed upon completion.
Notes:
- Please read our Cancellation Policy before registering.
- Please also bring a notebook and pen.
- Lunch break is 1 hour. There are many local restaurants nearby, or bring a lunch as we have a kitchen on-site.
Recommended Books by Bob Haddad
What to bring:
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- Thai Massage futon
- sheets
- pillow
- any other props you like to use
Cancellation Policies
No refunds. This training requires 2 weeks notice of cancellation by phone or email. You will receive a studio credit, less $100 for the 3-day Upper Body Workshop or $50 for the Care & Feeding 1-day workshop cancellation fee per registration. If cancel within 2 weeks, your payment is forfeited, and no studio credit will be given. No shows will receive no credit.
I have known Bob Haddad for many years and he is an expert in his craft. Numerous years ago I took “Using Feet in Thai Massage” with him and it was excellent. There are so many amazing ways to use your feet and other parts of your body in this work, making the depth of it change and saving your hands and wrists from constant use. He also has a fun and playful way of teaching; highly recommend!!
-Margaret Harstad, Owner Muggymoose Thai Massage
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Program Teachers
Bob Haddad
RTT, Thai Therapist, Thai Healing Alliance Executive Director