The Top 3 Thai Massage Schools in Chiang Mai

Regarded as the capital of massage schools, Chiang Mai attracts numerous enthusiasts of massage and other wellness activities. Whether you're a beginner or advanced, looking to experience Thai massage, learn about its history and customs, or even make it your profession… We've prepared a list of the top 3 Thai massage schools in Chiang Mai for you.

Baanhom Samunphrai

Located in the province of Chiang Mai, Baanhom Samunphrai's massage school has a pioneering reputation for teaching traditional Thai medicine. The center's founder, Homprang Chaleekamba, specializes in herbal medicine, a skill she learned from her grandmother. She's been instrumental in advocating for the recognition of traditional Thai pharmacopeia as a scientific discipline and is one of the first state-accredited traditional healers in Thailand.

At the center, students and visitors can engage in various activities such as Thai massages, herbal hot baths and other plant-based treatments, incantation ceremonies, and tasting vegetable-based dishes.

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International Training Massage School (ITM)

Recognized by several Thai ministries, associations, and international massage schools, ITM is one of Thailand's most reputable massage schools. The school has repeatedly won the Royal Award for Best Professional Massage School. Based on the universal VAK teaching method (visual, auditory, and kinesthetic), ITM offers courses for all levels (beginner to professional) and adapts to students' existing knowledge.

What sets ITM apart? It's the only Thai massage school offering Thai Yoga (Tai Ji Qi Gong) for practitioners, preparing their bodies and minds for effective and healthy Thai massage.

Sunshine Massage School

Sunshine Massage School follows the traditional Thai massage training program established by Asokananda. It is accredited by the Thai Ministry of Education and the Thai Ministry of Public Health. Unlike most programs, courses at this Thai massage school are not categorized into levels (Level 1, Level 2, etc.). Beginners, however, undergo a 10-day immersion to build a solid foundation before delving deeper into more advanced studies.

Good to know: Some courses and workshops at Sunshine Massage School cover topics beyond traditional Thai massage, such as Chi Nei Tsang, shiatsu, and osteopathy.

Florine Dergelet