Welcome To The Sangha
Bodhi Sangha is the cultivation of a community that has evolved over the last 20 years with Ariela Grodner.
The intent for this family is to allow growth and support in the cultivation of mindfulness and compassion.
All Courses are accredited by the Florida Board of Massage and NCBTM
7 Month Thai Massage Certification at Florida School of Massage 2025
This is the basic program that Ariela has been teaching for over two decades. It is a consecutive series the builds on one's ability to become exceptional at Thai Massage. We will meet the last weekend of every month beginning in May 2025. There are still available spots if you want to jump in anytime, You can make up any class you missed next round. Join is for 1 weekend or all 7 for the certification.
If you missed a phase, the next cycle will begin in March and you can make up anything you missed
7 Month Program Master Class at the SHALA 2026
This is the program developed by ariela for the more serious students who want to take their practice to the next level. We will be studying specific protocols and treatment plans along with tools.
Master Student Title-
All students who have completed all seven phases of the earlier certification program titled” Ayurveda and Thai-Massage Certification” are eligible to take this class. If you have taken both programs you will receive the title of master student and be eligible to come to any of Ariela's classes in the future as an assistant teacher at no charge.
2026 ‘Master Class” Dates
( Usually class is once a month, but Ariela will be in Thailand, so for this cycle we will have phase 1 and 2 closer together. )
Thai massage with herbal compress Phase 1- Feb 21-22
Thai massage for headache and neck pain Phase 2- March 7-8
Thai massage for digestion and belly pain Phase 3- April 4-5
Thai Massage for hip Pain and Sciatica Phase 4-May 2-3
Thai massage for Shoulder Pain Phase 5 -June 6-7
Thai massage for pregnancy Phase 6 -July 4 -5
Knee pain and Eye Care Phase 7 August 15 -16
Graduation
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INSPIRATION FROM ARIELA
The hermits massage from Thailand is a rare art that allows the Thai Yogi to take care of themselves. It is believed that Reusi Dat Ton came first then Thai Massage.