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The London School of Massage offers professional massage training and complementary therapy courses.
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Train in the traditional Thai art of Pa Khaw Ma Assisted Stretch Massage with the London School of Massage, one of the UK’s leading massage training schools. This practical CPD course teaches qualified massage therapists and bodyworkers how to use the traditional Thai cloth to support the client, assist stretching, create gentle traction and deliver a unique floor-based Thai-inspired bodywork treatment.
The Pa Khaw Ma, also known as Pha Khao Ma, Pa Kao Ma or Thai massage cloth, is a traditional Thai woven cloth used in everyday Thai life. In massage and bodywork, it becomes a powerful therapeutic tool for assisted stretching, rocking, mobilisation and supported movement. This course is ideal for therapists who want to expand their skills beyond traditional massage and offer a more dynamic, movement-based treatment.
In this floor-based Pa Khaw Ma course in London, the client is treated on a comfortable floor mat. This allows the therapist to use body weight, balance and movement more effectively while reducing strain on the hands, thumbs, wrists and shoulders. Floor-based treatment is especially suited to therapists already working with Thai massage, sports massage, assisted stretching, deep tissue massage or mobility-based bodywork.
During the course, learners will explore safe cloth handling, client positioning, floor-based assisted stretches, gentle traction, rocking techniques, compression and full-body treatment flow. The course places strong emphasis on client safety, contraindications, professional communication, practitioner posture and adapting techniques to suit different body types and mobility levels.
This course is suitable for qualified therapists looking for a unique Thai massage CPD course in London, a Thai assisted stretching course, or a specialist Pa Khaw Ma massage course UK.
This course is ideal for:
Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be equipped to integrate floor-based Pa Khaw Ma Thai Cloth Stretch Therapy techniques into your existing massage or bodywork practice.
To enrol on this Pa Khaw Ma - Thai Cloth Stretch Therapy course, learners must hold an OFQUAL-accredited Level 3 Diploma in Massage (or equivalent) that includes Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
If you are unsure about your eligibility, please email us a copy of your qualifications for advice.
On this floor-based Pa Khaw Ma Assisted Stretch Massage Course, you will learn how to use the traditional Thai cloth safely and effectively while working with the client on a comfortable floor mat. The course will teach you how to combine assisted stretching, gentle traction, rocking, compression and supported movement to create a flowing Thai-inspired bodywork treatment.
You will learn how to prepare the treatment space correctly, position the client safely on the floor and use your own body weight, posture and movement to assist the treatment without placing unnecessary strain on your hands, wrists, shoulders or back.
During the course, you will practise a range of floor-based techniques for the legs, hips, lower back, shoulders and arms. You will learn how to use the Pa Khaw Ma cloth to support the client’s body, guide movement, increase comfort and create controlled stretches without force.
The course will also cover important safety considerations, including contraindications, client communication, consent, pressure checking and how to adapt techniques for different body types, levels of flexibility and mobility restrictions.
Upon completion, you will be able to perform a one-hour Pa Khaw Ma Floor Thai Cloth Stretch Therapy routine.
There are no formal exams for this course.
In-class assessment and instructor feedback - ongoing evaluation of practical skills with real-time feedback to support learning and development.
A CPD Certificate will be issued if the instructor believes the required competencies have been met.
Following completion of this Pa Khaw Ma Thai Cloth Stretch Therapy course, students have been able to:
Open their own private practice, treating clients from home
Work in health clubs, hotels or ski resorts abroad.
Offer mobile massage treatments
Treat clients using Spinal Articulation and Mobilisation techniques
Progress to further advanced massage training, such as:
Supplement their full-time income with part-time massage work
Develop their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio
Join professional bodies, increasing credibility and access to further resources.
Pa Khaw Ma Floor Thai Cloth Stretch Therapy is a Thai-inspired bodywork treatment that uses a traditional woven cloth to support assisted stretching, rocking, mobilisation, traction and compression techniques. The treatment is carried out on a floor mat.
A Pa Khaw Ma is a traditional Thai multi-purpose cloth. In bodywork, it can be used to support the client’s body, assist stretching, create gentle traction and help the therapist work with better leverage and less strain.
This course is suitable for qualified massage therapists, Thai massage practitioners, sports massage therapists, deep tissue therapists, stretch therapists and bodyworkers who want to add Thai cloth-assisted stretching to their existing practice.
No. This is a CPD course for qualified therapists. Students must hold a recognised Level 3 Massage qualification or equivalent that includes Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
Learners must hold an Ofqual-accredited Level 3 Diploma in Massage or equivalent. Students without this qualification may attend but will only receive a Certificate of Attendance.
You will learn the history and cultural background of the Pa Khaw Ma, safe cloth handling, floor-based client positioning, assisted stretches, rocking, gentle traction, compression, contraindications, aftercare and a full floor-based treatment routine.
No. This course focuses on floor-based Pa Khaw Ma techniques performed on a comfortable floor mat. This gives the therapist more freedom to move around the client and use bodyweight, balance and leverage effectively.
Yes. Pa Khaw Ma Floor Thai Cloth Stretch Therapy is usually performed fully clothed. Clients should wear comfortable clothing that allows safe movement and assisted stretching.
Students learn how to use bodyweight, posture, movement and the Pa Khaw Ma cloth to reduce unnecessary strain on the hands, thumbs, wrists, shoulders and back while delivering effective assisted stretching techniques.
No. There are no formal written or practical exams. Students are assessed through in-class observation, supervised practical work and tutor feedback. A CPD certificate is issued when the required competencies have been met.
Yes. The course is accredited by BCMA and IGCT and provides 14 CPD points. Students should check with their insurance provider before using Pa Khaw Ma techniques professionally.
Qualified therapists may integrate Pa Khaw Ma floor-based techniques into their existing massage or bodywork practice after completing the course, subject to suitable insurance, professional scope of practice and safe clinical judgement.
London School of Massage has been delivering professional massage and complementary therapy training since 1994 and has trained over 30,000 students. This course is taught by experienced lecturers with professional knowledge of massage, Thai-inspired bodywork, assisted stretching, anatomy, client safety and hands-on practice.
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