"Our sorrows and wounds are healed only when we touch them with compassion."
— The Dhammapada
The Origin of ThaiVedic
ThaiVedic was born from a genuine meeting of two traditions and two practitioners.
Sebastian Bruno brings over 20 years of immersion in Traditional Thai Massage and Thai Medicine, studying with masters and lineage holders in Thailand, rooted in Element Theory and the Buddhist principles of mindfulness and compassion.
Kimmana Nichols brings deep roots in Ayurvedic medicine, years of clinical practice and teaching that have made him one of the most respected Ayurvedic practitioners in his field.
Their collaboration created ThaiVedic Bodywork: a curriculum where the Thai lineage informs the hands, and Ayurvedic theory informs the mind. It is not a merger of two systems; it is what naturally emerged when two practitioners, each deeply rooted in their own tradition, worked together for years.
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About This Course
Foundations of ThaiVedic Bodywork is the entry point into this curriculum. The practical content is Thai Massage : the full Level 1 sequence, taught step by step, with an emphasis on effortless flow, continuous contact, and presence. The theory content is Ayurvedic: elemental understanding, constitutional types, and the Doshas as a diagnostic lens for working with the body.
Together these two streams offer the practitioner something neither gives alone: a practice that is both technically grounded and philosophically alive.
Whether you are new to bodywork or deepening an existing practice, this course offers a foundation that can genuinely change the way you work.
WELCOME TO OUR CLASSROOM
What You Will Learn
• The complete Level 1 ThaiVedic Bodywork sequence — step by step
• Wai Khru — the traditional prayer and ritual that opens the session
• Elemental theory: how the Five Elements inform the way we work with the body
• Ayurvedic constitutional theory — the Doshas as a diagnostic lens
• The art of effortless transitions and continuous contact
• How to listen with your hands — awareness of touch as a meditative practice
• Practical bodywork with less strain, more ease, and greater presence
Who This Is For
• Bodywork and massage practitioners wanting philosophical depth alongside technique
• Students preparing for or reviewing live ThaiVedic Bodywork trainings
• Yoga teachers, Ayurvedic practitioners, and wellness professionals working with the body
• Anyone drawn to the intersection of healing touch, tradition, and presence
Course Includes
• 10 instructional videos — section by section, followed by the complete full flow
• Slideshow theory lessons on Ayurvedic elemental and constitutional frameworks
• Full Level 1 Training Manual — including Ayurvedic diagnostic tools, Prakruti quiz, and sequence reference guide
• Bonus: Wai Khru demonstration with subtitles
• Bonus: Guided meditation with Sebastian
• Yours to keep — practice at your own pace and revisit any time
COURSE CURRICULUM
- Introduction (1:39)
- Chapter 1 - Wai Khru (5:19)
- Chapter 2 - Introduction to Shavasana (6:03)
- Chapter 3 - Legs and Hips (6:48)
- Chapter 4 - Side Position (8:33)
- Chapter 5 - Sitting Position (5:35)
- Chapter 6 - Grounded Shavasana (2:24)
- Chapter 7 - Head, Neck and Face (4:51)
- Chapter 8 - Full Flow (47:20)
- BONUS - Meditation (5:07)
COURSE RESOURCES & BONUSES
Bonus Whai Kru Demonstration
Learn how to begin your sessions with the tradition Whai Kru chant. (Includes Subtitles).
Seamless Massage Transitions
Learn the smoothest and most effortless ways to move between positions without losing contact and connection with your receiver.
Instruction and Details
Sebastian Guides you visually and audibly through this sequence in sections; followed by the full sequence.
Bonus FULL Level 1 Training Manual
Even though this is not the certified Level 1 Bodywork Training, we are offering you access to the full training manual used for our Level 1 Certification program
Ayurvedic Resources To Keep
Our full Level 1 ThaiVedic BodyWork Manual includes Ayurvedic charts and diagnostic tools. , including Prakruti Quizz to understand your body more clearly. The Classroom Theory Lessons will also provide a breakdown on Elemental Theory and how it relates to the body/massage.
Sequence Reference Guide
Find the full sequence position by position as photographs in the manual appendix.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Hi, I'm Sebastian Bruno your course instructor.
Sebastian is a student of the Body, Breath, and Movement. These studies brought him into various practices including martial arts, dance, bodywork, and traditional healing arts.
For the past 23 years he has been immersed in the learning and practice of Traditional Thai Massage and Thai Medicine; rooted in the Five Element Theory and Buddhist principles of mindfulness, kindness, and compassion; studying with genuine Masters and lineage holders.
Sebastian is the co-founder of ThaiVedic; an International School of Holistic Healing, drawing wisdom from the traditions of Ayurveda, Traditional Thai Medicine, and Yoga Therapy. Based in Asia for the last 18 years, Sebastian travels around the world sharing his practice through sessions, classes, and workshops.
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A NOTE ON THIS CURRICULUM
ThaiVedic Bodywork draws from two of Asia's oldest healing traditions: Traditional Thai Medicine and Ayurveda. These teachings don't compete , they illuminate each other. This curriculum is for practitioners ready to move beyond technique into the philosophical and energetic roots of healing touch.
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