We recently caught up with Mason Demone, a Registered Massage Therapist and graduate of our 150-Hour Thai Massage Therapist Training Program, to hear how he’s bringing Thai Massage into his practice and life.


Spoiler alert: He’s doing some incredible things! 
And if you are in the HRM, you can book a Traditional Thai Massage with him at Sore Spots Massage Therapy! Contact info provided below. 



Q1: Let’s start with the basics!
Tell us a bit about yourself—what’s your profession, where did you study, and what drew you to massage therapy in the first place?
“I’m a Registered Massage Therapist based at Sore Spots in Dartmouth, NS. I studied massage therapy at Eastern College in Halifax, where I graduated with Distinction and received the Faculty of Health Award of Excellence.

My path into massage was shaped by a deep desire to support others in feeling more at ease and at home in their bodies—mentally, physically, and emotionally..”

Q2: What drew you to Thai Massage?
When you enrolled in the 150-Hour Thai Therapist Training Program, what were you hoping to get out of it—personally or professionally (or both)?
“I was drawn to Thai Massage for its emphasis on movement, breath, and full-body connection. I deeply value that Traditional Thai Medicine views the body as an interconnected system—physical, energetic, emotional, and spiritual—where healing comes from restoring balance and flow within these elements.

Thai Massage felt like a natural evolution of my work, aligning with my values and curiosity for holistic healing. I especially enjoyed learning about elemental theory, the Sen Lines and their influence on the body’s systems, the unity of body-mind-spirit, and the emphasis on prevention as a core part of wellness—not just treatment.”



Q3: What was the experience like?
How did it feel to be in the training? Tell us about the people, the location, the instructor, the learning process… all of it.


“Training with Tara was nothing short of transformative. Each day felt like a reset—an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and return to the wisdom of simplicity. Tara held space beautifully, sharing not just technique, but emotional depth and personal insight.

Our group quickly became like family—we moved, laughed, and connected in a way that left a lasting imprint.”



Q4: Thinking about taking the plunge?
What would you say to someone who's considering the program—or any future students?


“To anyone considering the training—go for it. Even if you’re unsure where it might lead you professionally, the personal transformation alone is worth it.

Beyond techniques, you’ll walk away with a new lens for understanding movement, healing, and how we hold space for others. You’ll learn to work with the body—not just on it. And you’ll meet incredible people who remind you why you started this work in the first place.

Shortly after my training, I had the chance to travel. With Tara’s teachings still fresh in my hands and heart, I met other bodyworkers from around the world and shared meaningful connections. Tara helped open doors I didn’t even know existed."



Q5: Thai Massage in real life
How are you using your Thai Massage skills these days?
“Thai Massage has woven itself into the rhythm of both my work and my life. I now integrate it into both table and mat-based sessions—blending rhythmic compressions, assisted myofascial stretches, joint mobilizations, and heated compressions along the Sen Lines. But beyond technique, it’s shifted how I move through the world.


The practice has helped me slow down and live more intentionally. It’s taught me to trust in presence, breath, and intuition—not just when I’m treating others, but in how I relate to myself day to day. It’s brought a creativity and flow to my work that I didn’t know I was missing. I no longer feel confined to the clinical framework—I get to show up more fully and offer something that feels deeply aligned with who I am.


I often find myself leaning into the principles I learned with Tara in moments outside of work—whether I’m grounding in nature, breathing through overwhelm, or reconnecting with what truly matters. One of her teachings—that with intention, we can channel the wisdom of the Thai lineage—has become a quiet mantra for me. It reminds me that healing doesn’t have to be complicated; it just has to be honest.


Tara’s 150-hour training didn’t just deepen my practice—it changed how I live in my body and hold space in the world. That’s a gift I’ll carry with me always.
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Q6: And just for fun…
If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
“Definitely flying. I even try in my dreams sometimes—it always feels so freeing… until I wake up! Maybe one day!” 🌴


Awe, thanks, Mason your words are humbling and gratefully received. We’re so grateful you joined this journey—and so proud of the way you’re bringing Thai Massage to life in your work. 🙏

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​In Thai Massage, what we touch, lean, sink, and feel with, this goes beyond muscle and tissue, into the more subtle nuances of the human body. At the heart of this ancient practice is the subtle but profound system of Sen Sib—10 major energetic pathways that guide the flow of lom, or wind, throughout the body.
These lines connect the physical to the energetic, the emotional to the spiritual, and also provide a deeply effective means of improving the structure and function of the human body. Understanding them brings us into the deeper purpose of Thai Massage: not just to release tension, but to awaken harmony and flow throughout the entire being.


A Traditional and Elemental Perspective
In Traditional Thai Medicine, the human body is understood through the lens of four elemental forces--Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind (Lom). These elements describe not only the physical body but also the deeper forces that animate our lives. This worldview mirrors the philosophies of both Ayurveda and Chinese Medicine and invites us to treat the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.


 
A Holistic Framework: The Four Elements of Traditional Thai Medicine
To understand the complexity of Sen lines and their role in healing, it’s essential to recognize that Traditional Thai Medicine is based on a four-element theory: earth, water, fire, and wind (lom). This paradigm reflects a holistic view of the human body and consciousness, akin to the systems in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, however each have their own similarities and differences.​
Thai Massage practitioners primarily work with the Earth element—the structural body of bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles, soft tissue—but always with awareness of how these structures house and guide the movement of the more subtle forces like Wind (energy/prana). When lom is blocked, it can manifest as physical discomfort, fatigue, emotional disturbances or digestive issues and other illness. Thai Massage supports the body by releasing these energetic blockages, promoting vitality and a deep sense of balance.


 
What Are the Sen Lines?
Sen lines are the energetic highways of the body. Similar to the meridian system in Traditional Chinese Medicine and the nadis in Ayurveda, the Sen lines are said to number in the tens of thousands. However, Thai Massage focuses on ten primary lines, known as Sen Sib, which are considered foundational to health and well-being.
Each of these lines corresponds to different systems, organs, and emotional states. By working along these lines, a Thai Massage practitioner aims to restore the free flow of lom, which can ease pain, increase energy, and support the body’s natural healing processes.


Sen Lines and Fascia: The Bridge Between Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science
Interestingly, the traditional Sen lines overlap significantly with the fascial system—the connective tissue network that surrounds and interweaves every muscle, bone, organ, and nerve in the body.
Fascia forms a continuous web, allowing movement, sensation, and energetic communication throughout the body. When we apply compression or stretch along a Sen line, we’re also influencing the fascia. This connection helps explain why Thai Massage can have such far-reaching effects on pain, mobility, and overall well-being.
Modern research into myofascial meridians (like those described by Tom Myers in Anatomy Trains) shows clear parallels between these fascial lines and traditional energy maps, affirming that the ancient practices of Thai, Ayurvedic, and Chinese medicine were speaking a language of body-mind connectivity long before MRI scans could catch up.

 
Conclusion: Thai Massage as a Gateway to Vitality
In Traditional Thai Medicine, the body is not merely a collection of tissues and bones—it is a dynamic network of energy, matter, and consciousness. By working with both the physical structures and the energetic pathways, Thai massage opens a powerful doorway to transformation and healing.​
A Thai massage session, then, is not just a physical treatment—it is a therapeutic ceremony, honoring the flow of lom and restoring harmony within the elements of the body. By understanding and stimulating the Sen lines, practitioners support not just muscular release, but a deep rebalancing of body, mind, and spirit
 

Interested in Learning More?
If you feel drawn to this ancient healing art and want to explore its roots, techniques, and transformational potential, consider joining The Heart of Thai Massage—a soulful, in-depth training program offering a well-rounded introduction to the practice of Traditional Thai Massage. 

Learn more and see our schedule  here: www.wildlotusyoga.ca/thaimassagetrainingcanada