RSM International Academy in Chiang Mai, Thailand, offers a strong foundation in sports medicine, clinical palpation, and advanced massage skillset. Our massage programs for pain relief and posture correction are structured around three core practical massage courses, each designed to enhance professional expertise and client outcomes.

🔶 Trigger Point Therapy Course

🔶 Deep Tissue Massage Course

🔶 Dynamic Myofascial Release & Stretching Course

Perfect for beginners and professionals such as massage therapists, physiotherapists, sports trainers, and YOGA/Pilates instructors, the courses bridge the gap between expertise and hands-on applications. 

Each course starts on Monday at 10 a.m. and runs as a 5-day intensive program. The cost is 9,000 baht.  Lessons are limited to 7 participants and explained in English

RSM Massage School Chiang Mai, Thailand is recommended by medical doctors, physiotherapists, and massage professionals worldwide.

Dr. Amrita (pictured), from a hospital in Brighton UK, took the RSM Dynamic Myofascial Release and Private Massage Training courses to cultivate her professional skillset for pain relief and posture correction.

She recommends the RSM massage courses to all health professionals seeking to enhance their skills and gain a significant advantage in their field.

🔸 Read Dr. Amrita’s review on Google Maps.

The Trigger Point Therapy Course focuses on functional anatomy, training professionals and motivated beginners to deliver 120-minute practical massages that address imbalances caused by walking and running. It covers foot pain, shin splints, sciatica, chronic lower back pain with lumbar mobilization, and chronic shoulder and neck pain, including thoracic outlet syndrome and dorsal scapular nerve entrapment.

Led by renowned sports medicine expert Hironori Ikeda, MSc, Sports Medicine, the course is limited to 7 participants to ensure personalized instruction. Participants gain essential skills such as clinical palpation, trigger point therapy, muscle tension release, myofascial distortion release, nerve glide improvement, and HVLA / LVLA joint mobilization—critical techniques for every massage therapist.

The Deep Tissue Massage Course teaches advanced postural assessment techniques rooted in sports medicine, focusing on the kinetic chain to alleviate pain and improve postural alignment. It covers essential topics such as anterior and posterior pelvic tilt, lumbar lordosis, thoracic kyphosis, forward head posture, and functional scoliosis—highlighting their origins in muscle imbalances and habitual poor posture.

Participants master precise postural assessments and advanced deep tissue techniques to address myofascial distortions, optimize muscle glide, and resolve nerve entrapments. This training equips practitioners to deliver specialized 120-minute massage sessions tailored to client-specific needs, effectively resolving key concerns like functional scoliosis and pelvic tilt with cutting-edge solutions.

The Dynamic Myofascial Release & Stretching Course specializes in optimizing nerve pathways and dynamic postural alignment through ASTR (Active Soft Tissue Release), deep myofascial distortion release, and precise kinetic chain corrections. This program provides practical techniques for rehabilitation, chronic pain relief, and sports performance enhancement.

Focusing on joint capsule mobilization, the course emphasizes nerve and muscle glide through both superficial and deep layers to ensure efficient movement and core-engaged postural stability. Integrating principles from trigger point therapy and deep tissue massage taught at RSM, participants gain a 180-minute professional skillset. This course is recommended by medical professionals worldwide for rehabilitation, sports performance enhancement, chronic pain relief, and posture correction.

January 2025 Schedule

🔸 Jan 04-05: Beginner-Friendly Course
Functional Anatomy & Clinical Palpation

Jan 06-10: Trigger Point Therapy
Jan 06-10: Sports Massage 
Jan 11-12: Breathing & Spine Mobility Massage
Jan 13-17: Deep Tissue Massage
Jan 13-17: Remedial Massage
Jan 18-19: Deep Shiatsu Massage 
Jan 20-24: Dynamic Myofascial Release
Jan 20-24: Sports Medicine Massage 
Jan 25-26: Balance Ball YOGA - Dynamic Core Postural Training 
Jan 27-31:

RSM International Academy will have no classes scheduled from Mon, Jan 27 to Fri, Jan 31, 2025, as we focus on refining upcoming programs and ensuring the highest standards of training.

February 2025 Schedule

🔸 Feb 01-02: Beginner-Friendly Course
Functional Anatomy & Clinical Palpation

Feb 03-07: Trigger Point Therapy
Feb 03-07: Sports Massage 
Feb 08-09: Breathing & Spine Mobility Massage
Feb 10-14: Deep Tissue Massage
Feb 10-14: Remedial Massage 
Feb 15-16: Deep Shiatsu Massage
Feb 17-21: Dynamic Myofascial Release
Feb 17-21: Sports Medicine Massage 
Feb 22-23: 
Balance Ball YOGA - Dynamic Core Postural Training 
Feb 24-28:

RSM International Academy will have no classes scheduled from Mon, Feb 24 to Fri, Feb 28, 2025, as we focus on preparing for upcoming programs and maintaining the highest standards of training

March 2025 Schedule

🔶 Mar 01-08 - Professional Massage Course with Cadaver Palpation Training at facility of medicine,Chiang Mai University

🔸 8 Days Intensive Massage Course 
🔸 6 Days Intensive Massage Course 
🔸 4 Days Intensive Course

Mar 10-14: Trigger Point Therapy Course 
Mar 10-14: Sports Massage 
Mar 15-16: Deep Shiatsu Massage
Mar 17-21: Deep Tissue Massage
Mar 17-21: Remedial Massage 
Mar 22-23: Breathing & Spine Mobility Massage
Mar 24-28: Dynamic Myofascial Release
Mar 24-28: Sports Medicine Massage 

RSM International Academy will have no classes scheduled from Sat, Mar 29 to Sun, Apr 14, 2025, as we focus on preparing for upcoming programs and maintaining the highest standards of training.

RSM International Academy offers 8-day, 6-day, and 4-day professional massage courses designed for sports medicine and medical professionals with a strong foundation in functional anatomy. Participants will enhance their expertise in Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, and Dynamic Myofascial Release, while mastering joint mobilization techniques, including thrust and non-thrust methods (HVLA and LVLA), to address pain, improve joint mobility, and correct posture.

The program also provides a comprehensive understanding of myofascial structures and nerve pathways, with advanced palpation and release techniques for nerve entrapments. Reinforced through the world’s first Cadaver Anatomy Clinical Palpation Training in collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, this hands-on experience bridges theory and practice, enabling participants to elevate their skills to a top professional level in sports medicine and rehabilitation.

The Sports Massage Course equips participants with expertise in RSM’s Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, and Dynamic Myofascial Release, focusing on relieving chronic pain, enhancing dynamic postural stability, and optimizing sports performance. Designed for pre-event preparation and post-event recovery, the course teaches advanced techniques to improve joint range of motion, reduce muscle tension, and address imbalances caused by intensive training.

Participants will also gain proficiency in dynamic postural assessments and sport-specific adaptations, enabling precise evaluations and tailored care for athletes at every stage of their performance cycle. This program is essential for massage therapists, sports trainers, and YOGA / Pilates instructors, providing the specialized tools needed to advance careers in sports medicine, improve athletic performance, and ensure long-term injury prevention.

The Remedial Massage Course focuses on chronic pain relief by addressing muscle tension, myofascial distortions, and nerve entrapment. It targets conditions such as Malala parasitica, suprascapular nerve entrapment, and myofascial lower back pain, highlighting the role of imbalances in the kinetic chain as a key contributor to chronic discomfort. Participants will learn advanced techniques, including Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, and Myofascial Release, with a focus on nerve pathways and enhancing pain-free movement.

Through hands-on clinical palpation and precise kinetic chain analysis, participants gain specialized skills to identify and treat musculoskeletal imbalances. This course equips professionals with the tools to deliver targeted pain relief and improve functional posture, ensuring optimal client outcomes.

The Sports Medicine Massage Course is the most advanced program for professionals specializing in rehabilitation from sports injuries, performance enhancement, and chronic pain relief. This course focuses on informed client communication, enabling practitioners to explain the purpose, causes, and effects of treatments while integrating massage techniques with training strategies to improve outcomes.

Participants will develop expertise in Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, and Dynamic Myofascial Release, along with advanced techniques addressing Nerve Pathway and Nerve Entrapment. By combining knowledge of the kinetic chain, sports biomechanics, and dynamic postural assessment, the course ensures precise and practical applications tailored to client needs.

The Functional Anatomy & Clinical Palpation Course is designed for professional massage therapists, sports trainers, yoga and Pilates instructors, and even beginners who are eager to refine their skills. By mastering functional anatomy and clinical palpation techniques, participants will gain the ability to identify trigger points, muscle tension, and myofascial distortions, effectively addressing diverse client needs.

This course emphasizes optimizing body mechanics through core-engaged movements and precise hand techniques, reducing fatigue while maximizing treatment efficiency. Understanding functional anatomy enables participants to deliver highly tailored, results-driven treatments, ensuring superior client outcomes, long-term success, and expertise in pain relief and posture correction.

RSM's Orthopedic Massage Course teaches you to assess chest and abdominal breathing, thoracic mobility, rib movement, and the impact of diaphragm movement on the spine. Based on these assessments, you will learn effective spine mobility and massage techniques to alleviate pain, tailored to meet your client’s needs. The course includes an in-depth study of facet joint mobility and structure in the lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine. You will learn spine mobility techniques, including HVLA and LVLA, with an emphasis on LVLA for a gentler, low-risk approach suitable for all clients.

Through hands-on training, you will learn to apply these techniques to optimize spinal function, mobility, and posture, while understanding the relationship between breathing, core engagement, intra-abdominal wall pressure, and spine mobility to enhance dynamic posture and reduce pain.

The Deep Shiatsu Massage Course merges traditional Japanese Shiatsu with Deep Tissue techniques, teaching therapists to achieve the deepest muscle engagement through synchronized breathing and core-engaged posture. By mastering the use of body weight and core stability, therapists apply precise, directional pressure to access the deepest layers, ideal for clients who prefer strong, intense massage.

This course provides in-depth training on the exact direction and application of pressure, equipping therapists with advanced skills for impactful, deep-tissue treatments.

The Private Massage Course is an intensive one-on-one program designed to deliver personalized, hands-on training. Led by Hironori Ikeda, MSC in Sports Medicine with over 25 years of experience, this course provides unmatched opportunities to refine your palpation skills and master advanced techniques such as Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, and Dynamic Myofascial Release.

This private course is tailored to help you elevate your professional expertise, bridging the gap between current skills and advanced practice. Participants who demonstrate exceptional proficiency may earn a recommendation letter, enhancing their credibility and opening doors to new career opportunities. Whether you’re seeking to attract high-value clients or establish a trusted reputation, this course equips you with the expertise to succeed in the competitive field of massage therapy.

The Balance Ball Yoga method, founded by Hironori Ikeda, is a training program structured on sports biomechanics. It synchronizes breathing with movement, enhancing intra-abdominal wall pressure through core engagement, aiming to improve spinal movement. By stabilizing the body’s center of gravity and axis on an unstable balance ball, this program stabilizes the kinetic chain and enhances dynamic postural stability through the strengthening of proprioceptors. This leads to pain relief, spinal improvement, rehabilitation, and enhanced sports performance.

The Posture Correction Studio program is designed to enhance dynamic postural stability through a comprehensive analysis of your kinetic chain movement. We assess your movement patterns and body mechanics from a sports biomechanics perspective, focusing on the causes of pain, postural imbalances, dysfunctions, and unique movement habits. Through targeted balance ball yoga training and sports medicine massage, we optimize your kinetic chain and improve core-engaged postural stability.

This program supports rehabilitation, enhances performance for top athletes, and contributes to posture correction in children, offering a comprehensive solution for pain relief and postural improvement.