Like to become a master in massage?
Why massage therapist is the best job of the future?
Jobless? Time for a career change? Become a massage therapist, the most demanded job of the future! Why? It is scientifically proven that due to daily use of technology, internet and smart phones, we move less. Therefore we are more prone to ailments. Neck pain, back pain and fatigue are some of the health problems caused using computers, tablets or smart phones. The more we use technology, the less we move and the more ailments we have, therefore the more demand of massage therapists, to treat but also to prevent these ailments. Did you know that physical inactivity is the fourth leading cause of death globally? The World Health Organization (WHO) states that inactivity is causing an estimated 3.2 million deaths globally.
Sitting will kill you
Our body is made to move. The early human beings were fit and constantly moving being physically active to survive, to collect food, to shelter, to escape from danger. Nowadays, many years later our body is almost the same as that of the early human being, but our lifestyle changed a lot: We are much more physically inactive. Some less than others, but due to internet we sit too much which can be harmful for our health. We shop online, instead of going walking around searching on the streets the goods we need. We use a (smart)phone to connect to our friends and family instead of walking by just to see if someone is around.
Computer and our body
Most of us know that typing too much can cause repetitive strain injury, looking down at a screen of any device causes pain in the neck and sitting too long causes too much pressure on the spine. These ailments might not sound too serious, but if you don’t change your behaviour it can causes long term damage. Even worse, sitting can kill you in the end.
Being active is vital
Weakening of the heart and lungs, damage of our immune system (the lymphatic system cannot move the waste), lack of calcium of the bones, weakening of muscles and stiffness of the joints etc. The World Health Organization (WHO) states in one of their recently studies that moderate intensity physical activity – such as walking, cycling, or participating in sports – has significant benefits for health. For instance, it can reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, colon and breast cancer, and depression. Moreover adequate levels of physical activity will decrease the risk of a hip or vertebral fracture and help control weight.
Massage is demanded.
To improve our health, scientist nowadays look at ancient techniques rather than modern technology. Like this year’s Nobel Prize Winner Youyou who studied a cure of malaria monks used about 2500 years ago. We could also look to ancient techniques to balance the lack of movement in our modern society, like using the 2500 year old technique of Traditional Thai Therapy Massage. This therapy massage based on moving the whole body is different than other massages, because both masseur and client are constantly moving. Nowadays Traditional Thai Therapy Massage based in manipulation of the joints, acupressure along the muscles, stretching the muscles, is becoming more well-known as a treatment in regular western medicine. But in Thailand it is already used for centuries in hospitals to decrease the waiting lists and people incorporated this type of massage in their daily life with enormous health results. Sociologists predict that use of smart phones and other internet devices will increase and therefore massage therapists will be more and more demanded in the future!
INTERESTED IN A MASSAGE CAREER?
If you like to become a massage master, we recommend you to follow the 3 programs and the retreat. Depending on your availability we can make a schedule for you that fits you best. We are flexible!
Professional programs
Starting September & February – choose weekends or evening lessons
Massage Therapy
Program
Like to learn various techniques of massage?
After this program you can work as a masseur in companies giving massages to employers that work in the office, on festivals, in Spa’s, your own massage place etc.
Become a certified massage therapist in Table Massage, Chair Massage, Foot Reflexology and Deep Tissue and Sports Massage.
No experience needed!
Thai Yoga Massage
Teacher Training
Like to become a Thai yoga massage specialist, giving relaxing and therapeutic massages on a mat over the clothes?
After this program you will be the specialist in Thai Yoga Massage and are able to give treatments, lessons and workshops in (your own) massage studio, at health centres, schools, companies etc.
Become a certified Thai Yoga Massage Therapist and Teacher
No experience needed!
Advanced Massage
Therapist Program
Like to have a career as an Acupressure Massage Therapist: The Specialist form of massage therapy to treat ailments?
After this program you can treat headache, back pain, stress, burnout, sleep problems, menstruation problems, arthritis, high blood pressure, stomach problems, stiff neck, frozen shoulder, constipation etc.
Become an Acupressure Massage Therapist
You have massage experience!
FAQ
I have no massage experience, can I still join?
Don’t worry if you don’t have any massage experience. Our experienced teachers will teach you everything from the start. We have personal guidance, so we are sure that you will get all the tools to become a good massage therapist so that you are ready for your new career.
I am not looking for a new career, but just want to learn massage. Is this something for me?
Even if you want to make yourself and others healthier, but are not looking for a career change, you are welcome in our trainings to learn how to massage your friends and family.
I would like to make myself healthier. Is a massage training something for me, or shall I better wait until I’m completely fit?
Our unique way of teaching ensures that you experience the health benefits of massage yourself during the classes. Many of our students that are following our classes got rid of their burnout, back pain, headache and stress. Simply because they joined massage lessons.
YES, I WOULD LIKE TO FOLLOW A MASSAGE PROGRAM
WHY AT ITM THAI HAND AMSTERDAM?
Officially Certified
Internationally recognized
Receive international diplomas
Top Quality
Personal guidance
Top teachers
Many years of experience
Only recognized School in Europe
WHAT OTHERS SAY:
Very professional school and really friendly team!
In one word – wonderful! The school really allows you to leave your daily worries outside for a while. Courses are well structured in meaningful units and lessons, and the way of teaching allows for quick assimilation of knowledge. And of course, the driving force behind it all are teachers. Rarely can you find so many different personalities with different teaching styles working in one place in such harmony. Regardless of differences, they all share something in common – high level of expertise, and most importantly, the same passion for what they do. That is what makes you feel at home and pushes you to learn and practice, and then learn even more and practice more and more…
A very professional massage school with a personal touch. And this makes it a special place. Their teaching approach together with their knowledge on the human body and mind make this form of massage a form of healing. Healing both body and mind.