Esalen Massage is a world-renowned healing art and is the foundation for many of the massage methods now taught around the globe. What makes Esalen Massage unique is its emphasis on the development of presence and awareness in both practitioner and client, making it a means for personal growth and the transformation of human consciousness.

The Esalen Institute has historically supported practices oriented toward healing body, mind, self, and community as paths toward reaching our fullest potential, both individually and collectively. The Esalen Massage Teacher Training is designed to give participants skills both to support their individual development as healing artists and, more importantly, to bring groups of people together in the collective exercise of healing through touch.

Becoming an Esalen Massage teacher means becoming a standard bearer of the highest quality and professionalism in the healing arts. Training lay people in this eldest of all healing practices, the sacred art of touch, requires the development of self-awareness, presence, knowledge, and skill. If you have been an Esalen Massage practitioner for at least 2 years, and want to dedicate yourself to mastery of this powerful healing art, then you are qualified to apply for this training.

Esalen® Massage Teacher Training Curriculum

Overview

Embark on a transformative journey with the Esalen Massage Teacher Training program, designed to empower you with the skills and knowledge to become an effective Introductory Level Teacher of Esalen Massage. This immersive training is spread across three modules, totaling 200 classroom hours, and is held at two inspiring locations:

Module II: Mimpi Menjangan, Bali, Indonesia (80 hours)

Throughout this program, you will engage deeply with the principles of Esalen Massage, refine your teaching techniques, and cultivate a profound sense of “embodied presence.” You will be supported by experienced mentors who will guide you through each stage of your development, ensuring you are well-prepared to inspire and educate future practitioners.

Module II: Advanced Teaching Skills

Objectives

Expand your teaching repertoire to prepare for leading seminars and workshops.

Refine your presentation and facilitation skills.

Deepen your understanding of group dynamics and emotional support.

Develop strategies for managing challenging classroom situations.

Build confidence in leading group discussions and activities.

Daily Schedule: 

Monday – Friday

7:30 – 9:00     Meditation, Movement and Experiential Anatomy

9:00 – 10:30    Delicious and Nutritious Breakfast

10:30 –  1:30     Morning Class

 1:30 –  3:00     Break

  3:00 –  6:00     Afternoon Class

Saturday

 7:30 – 9:00     Meditation, Movement and Experiential Anatomy

 9:00 – 10:30    Delicious and Nutritious Breakfast

 10:30 –  1:30     Morning Class

Key Components:

Advanced Presentation Techniques: Enhance your public speaking and presentation skills to effectively communicate the principles of Esalen Massage.

Group Dynamics: Explore theories related to individual and group dynamics, learning how to foster a cohesive and supportive learning environment.

Emotional Intelligence: Develop the ability to navigate emotional responses in yourself and your students, creating a safe space for learning and growth.

Leadership Development: Study Integrative Gestalt and Object Relations theories to build your leadership capabilities.

Deepening Skills and Professional Development

Objectives:

Solidify your teaching skills and prepare for professional practice.

Explore strategies for effective marketing and networking.

Engage in discussions on ethics, diversity, and cultural sensitivity.

Learn methods for sustaining student engagement and motivation.

Develop a personal teaching philosophy that reflects your values and strengths.

Plan and execute effective class closures and follow-up activities.