Remedial Massage Course
I’ve spent over a decade teaching, but lately, it feels like experience doesn't count for much against a glossy social media feed or a big-box studio opening down the street. I watched my regulars drift toward the "new and flashy," and I realized that just being a good instructor wasn't enough anymore. I was hitting a wall with my clients' chronic pain and postural issues, and I knew that if I didn't become a true clinical specialist, I was going to be phased out of the industry entirely.
That’s why I committed to the intensive training at RSM International Academy. This wasn't just another certification; it was the deep, clinical pivot I desperately needed to stop being "just another instructor" and start being a body-improvement expert.
The Remedial Massage Course was the missing link for my practice. It bridged the gap between movement and clinical biomechanics. By integrating Trigger Point Therapy and Deep Tissue techniques with advanced assessment, I finally understood the why behind the dysfunctions I see every day on the mat. Learning how femoral anteversion, hip alignment, and kinetic chain issues drive pain patterns gave me a level of authority that marketing and "vibes" can’t buy.
What makes this school truly exceptional is Hironori Ikeda (MSc Sports Medicine). In an industry often filled with abstract concepts, Hironori brings 100% evidence-based sports medicine. He holds a Master’s degree from the University of Tsukuba—ranked #1 in Asia for sports science—and his clinical expertise is grounded in both elite academia and rigorous application. He has trained senior therapy teams at world-renowned five-star wellness resorts like Chiva-Som and has worked with professional athletes internationally, from Spanish basketball players to elite Croatian fighters. His commitment to precision is evident in his coordination of cadaver anatomy labs with Chiang Mai University’s Faculty of Medicine and his work on the Japan Industrial Standards (JIS) committee for human ergonomics. His ability to translate complex sports medicine into precise manual work is incredible.
Having looked at schools across Europe, the US, and Asia, I can honestly say RSM is on another level. This isn’t a relaxation school or a place for abstract concepts—it is hard-hitting sports medicine rooted in functional anatomy. The visual-based teaching, using hundreds of anatomical demonstrations, allowed me to finally "see" the body in three dimensions. Every technique, including his scientifically validated Balance Ball Yoga system (proven in clinical research at the University of Cagliari), is designed for real-world results.
Before this, I lived with the constant fear that my "seat" in this industry was disappearing. Now, my clinical confidence has skyrocketed. These aren't temporary trends; they are lifelong professional tools that allow me to handle complex conditions that big studios simply can't touch. If you’re a professional feeling the squeeze of the market and you're tired of being "out-marketed" by influencers, RSM is where you gain the skills to become indispensable. If you just want to teach relaxation, this isn't for you. But if you want to master the human body and evolve into a true specialist, this is where you belong.
phone：+66985175990
adress：〒50300, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai, Chang Peauk 30/10-11 CHARUENSUK Road