ZENTHAI SHIATSU LEVEL ONE
2 - 5 April '26 by Natan Leijssen
This 4-day foundation training is a deep dive into Zenthai - a conversation beyond words and a distinctive crossroads between the healing arts of Thai yoga massage, Zen Shiatsu and Osteopathic techniques; an integration of movement, touch and mindfulness. It explores the poetry within therapeutic touch, a lens into traditional Chinese medicine and is a great opportunity for self-healing in a safely held container.
WHO IS THIS TRAINING FOR?
The Zenthai level 1 Training is for anyone who is passionate or curious about the healing arts and would like to explore a practice that moulds the intuitive wisdom and knowledge from different ancient healing traditions into a modern approach.
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It is for bodyworkers wanting to up-skill, yoga students and teachers wanting to deepen their own embodiment or the embodiment of others, those wanting to understand energetics and structural therapy, and those interested in diving into the Therapist program.
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You do not need any previous experience in yoga or massage to join. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or just starting on your journey with bodywork, if you have a passion for holistic healing and a desire to enhance your therapeutic abilities, the Zenthai level 1 Training is for you.
YOU'LL RECEIVE
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Long yoga and explorative mixed movement practices each morning to settle into our own body
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An overview of anatomy and Chinese medicine principles relevant to the Zenthai techniques within this training
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Introduction to functional anatomy ~ how to find certain bones and muscles that cause common imbalances of pain, stiffness, poor posture and movement
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Practice giving and receiving quality bodywork everyday of the training
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Shared or single accommodation for 4 nights
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All meals ( 3 incredible, plant-based meals buffet-style from the permaculture garden on-site)
WHAT YOU'LL WALK AWAY WITH
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Over 90-minutes of quality bodywork techniques and sequence
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A deepened sense of touch
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Cultivated inner awareness
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Skills in listening to the subtle body and the perception of energy
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A manual and video of the material covered
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Access to the online community of Zenthai practitioners.
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Level One ZenThai Shiatsu Certificate
MEET THE TEACHER: NATAN LEIJSSEN
Natan Leijssen is a movement artist from Belgium. Beginning as a young martial arts student and circus enthusiast, and later becoming a dedicated yoga practitioner, he started traveling the world in 2016 to learn from a wide range of teachers, healers, and movement facilitators. Along the way he discovered a deep passion for the healing arts. Natan established a full-time practice in Byron Bay and Sydney before moving back to Europe in 2025 to lead the Zenthai Therapist Program. Natan continues to travel, teach, and share his work internationally.
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With a deep bow of respect I honour my teachers: Gwyn Williams, Uriel Yariv, Blandine Wegener, Radu Nichitescu, Sahajananda, John Kirkwood.
PRACTICAL
Dates & Time
Thursday 2/4 until Sunday 5/4
12.00 - 18.45, 13.00 - 20.00, 13.00 - 20.00 & 13.00 - 20.00
Investment
Course fee for the training (includes all teaching, manual and video)
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Investment: €600
Non-refundable deposit of €300 secures your place.
NOTE: accomodation is not provided at this training. We do however offer the option to book yummy lunches.
*Please note if circumstances change due to extraordinary event the retreat may be cancelled last minute, in which case you will be fully refunded.