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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 traditional Thai-inspired treatment that uses a woven cloth to support stretching, rocking, mobilisation and pressure techniques. The treatment is carried out on a floor mat, allowing the therapist to use bodyweight, leverage and movement in a safe and effective way.
A Pa Khaw Ma is a traditional Thai multi-purpose cloth. In massage, it can be used to support the client’s body, assist stretching, create traction and help the therapist perform techniques with less strain.
No. This version of the course focuses on floor-based Pa Khaw Ma massage. Techniques are performed on a floor mat, giving the therapist more freedom to move around the client and apply stretches, rocking and assisted movements.
Yes. A key part of the course is learning how to work safely using bodyweight, posture, movement and correct handling of the cloth. This helps therapists deliver effective treatments while reducing unnecessary strain on the hands, wrists and back.
The London School of Massage provides professional, practical and supportive training for therapists who want to develop their hands-on skills. This course offers a unique opportunity to explore traditional cloth-assisted bodywork in a structured and professional learning environment.
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