Eric studied Traditional Thai Yoga Massage in Thailand and has been an instructor to other health care professionals since 1998. Eric is an Approved Provider for continuing eduction with Thai Healing Alliance International (THAI), the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), and the National Cerficiation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Eric is also a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist and a Nationally Certified Acupuncturist. He brings a gentle and compassionate quality to his work. His curiosity and interest in the human body are reflected in his holistic approach to helping others. By drawing upon eastern forms of healing, Eric's treatments address the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of wellness.

To register for workshops, please visit www.SoaringCraneMassage.com

Eric Spivack, LMP/Dipl.Ac. is a certified Thai massage instructor who has studied with master teachers in Thailand and holds certificates from several Thai institutions. He has studied in Chiang Mai, Thailand at the Institute of Thai Massage, the Old Medicine Hospital, and with Pichet Boonthuume. He has also studied with various teachers from Asokananda's Sunshine Network.

Eric graduated from the Brian Utting School of Massage in 1994 and received a Master of Acupuncture degree from the Northwest Institute of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in 2002. He has been in practice for over 11 years and has a thriving integrative healthcare practice in Seattle. He is considered a fun and attentive instructor with a deep passion for his work. His workshops are fun, creative, interactive, and cultural.

Prior to studying massage and acupuncture, Eric earned a master’s degree in Environmental Science in 1992.

Mission Statement: To provide members of the community with superior quality therapeutic touch and acupuncture; to increase people's awareness of their bodies; and to stimulate their natural healing process through relaxation.

Our North Beacon Hill office is located in a classic 1909 home, which is surrounded by a lovely garden and tall trees.

Mondays 8:30 — 5:00

Tuesdays closed

Wednesdays 8:30 — 7:00

Thursdays 8:30 — 7:00

Fridays closed

Saturdays 9:00 — 4:00

Sundays closed

Credits: 16 CE Contact Hours

Prerequisites: None

Thai Yoga Massage is an interactive form of spiritual bodywork that combines yoga stretching, gentle rocking, and rhythmic compression along energy lines. In this 2-day workshop, participants will learn to effectively use their hands, forearms, elbows, and feet to open and gently release blockages that inhibit the flow of energy, or Qi. Essential elements of Thai Yoga Massage, its historical context, and fundamental techniques applied in the supine, prone, side-lying, and seated positions will be taught.

Participants will receive a complementary workbook with photographs and detailed descriptions of an introductory sequence of 30 poses, which comprise a 60-90 minute full-body Thai Yoga Massage session. The course will have lecture, demonstration, and hands-on components. Class will begin each day with a one-hour yoga warm-up. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion for 16 NCBTMB, NCCAOM, THAI, and Yoga Alliance CE hours.

To register for workshops, please visit www.SoaringCraneMassage.com

Credits: 16 CE Contact Hours

Prerequisites: None

Learn to give a thorough Thai foot massage on a massage table. This wonderfully fun class blends Chinese and Thai techniques to relax the body by massaging and stimulating the feet and lower legs. Workshop fee includes detailed workbook with photographs, massage tool, and reflexology foot charts. The sequence will also include some Thai Yoga Massage poses for the legs, hands, and arms.

The course will have lecture, demonstration, and hands-on components. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion for 16 NCBTMB contact hours.

To register for workshops, please visit www.SoaringCraneMassage.com

Credits: 16 CE Contact Hours

Prerequisites: None

Thai Yoga Massage is an interactive form of spiritual bodywork that combines yoga, stretching, gentle rocking, and rhythmic compression along energy lines. In this 2-day workshop, participants will learn to use their hands, forearms, elbows, and feet to open and gently release blockages that inhibit the flow of energy, or Qi.

While traditional Thai Yoga Massage is performed on a mat, this class has been adapted to those who work on a massage table. It is suited for clients who are unable to receive bodywork on a mat and is a great way to introduce clients to Thai Yoga Massage.

Essential elements of Thai Yoga Massage, its historical context, and fundamental techniques applied in the supine, prone, side-lying, and seated positions will be taught. Participants will receive a complementary workbook with photographs and detailed descriptions of an introductory sequence of poses, which comprise a 60-90 minute full-body Thai Yoga Massage session.

Participants will practice draping techniques and learn when to integrate a variety of bodywork techniques such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Reflexology into this routine. Class will begin each day with a one-hour yoga warm-up. The course will have lecture, demonstration, and hands-on components. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion for 16 NCBTMB CE hours.

To register for workshops, please visit www.SoaringCraneMassage.com

Credits: 16 CE Contact Hours

Prerequisites: None

Based in the Ayurvedic tradition, Thai Yoga Massage is an ancient healing arts system that combines spiritual practice, acupressure, assisted yoga stretching, compression along energy (Sen) lines, gentle rocking and breathing techniques. This two-day hands-on workshop introduces a routine to address chronic low back pain and the integration of these stretching techniques into the treatment session. Participants will learn to use their hands, forearms, elbows and feet to ease tension, bring about relief, calm the mind and balance energy. We address the history and evolution of Thai Yoga Massage, fundamental techniques and proper body mechanics. Basic concepts are taught that can be integrated into the participant’s professional, personal and spiritual practices.

Participants receive a complimentary workbook with photographs and detailed descriptions of an introductory sequence of 30 poses, which comprise a 60-minute session. Class will begin each day with a one-hour yoga routine designed for practitioners. The course will have lecture, demonstration, and hands-on components. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion for 16 NCBTMB contact hours.

To register for workshops, please visit www.SoaringCraneMassage.com