The Essence Of Touch

by Javi de Gabriel & Nuno Azevedo

AMSTERDAM
OCTOBER 4 & 5, 2025

The Essence Of Touch

THE ESSENCE OF TOUCH

Introductory Training – 16 hours

Touch is our first language. From the moment we are born, it nurtures us, shapes us and reminds us that we are loved, worthy and connected. Yet in today’s world we often lose this essential connection to our bodies, to others and to presence itself.

This Introduction to The Essence of Touch is a two-day immersive training designed to bring you back to that fundamental human need: being held in presence, compassion and attunement. You will learn how to touch with awareness, breathe with flow and cultivate the quality of presence that allows true healing to unfold.

The Essence Of Touch

The Training

Training Overview:

  • Duration: 16 hours (2 days)
  • Learn: TEOT techniques, self-inquiry & awareness.
  • For: Anyone passionate about touch & healing, no prior experience needed.

​​Who is this training for?​

The Essence of Touch weekend is for those passionate about touch and holding space, be it therapists or anyone keen on learning about massage therapy. No specific prerequisites make it suitable for individuals at all levels. Whether you’re a novice or experienced, you’ll only need enthusiasm and willingness to embrace a deeper connection with touch.

The Essence Of Touch

What you will learn

  • Foundations of The Essence of Touch techniques
  • Skills to open & close a healing session with clarity
  • Tools to support emotional release & ease physical tension
  • Awareness of trauma-informed touch & nervous system regulation
  • Communication practices that deepen trust and connection

The Facilitators

Javi de Gabriel

Javi

Javi is committed and passionate about helping people live happier and healthier lives. After a career in human resources, a moment of clarity came in 2007 when he realised that a desk job was not the best tool for him to heal and help people live better lives in the way he deeply desired to do so.

Javi has studied at some of the finest centres around the world such as Oasis in Buenos Aires, Esalen in California and Findhorn in the Highlands of Scotland which has enabled him to develop his own unique therapeutic treatment blending Eastern and Western massage techniques.

Nuno Azevedo

Nuno

Nuno’s journey into wellness began with a love for movement, first through dance and performance, before discovering yoga as a central part of his life. With over 1,000 hours of training, he has been guiding students in Vinyasa and Yin since 2011, helping them find inner strength and balance.

He is also a certified Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner and acupuncturist, offering treatments for pain, stress, and other conditions. In addition, Nuno hosts retreats that combine yoga, acupuncture, and holistic practices for truly transformative experiences.

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Details

Dates
TBA

Provisional schedule:
TBA

Location Amsterdam
Stadsoase Naar Zee, Amsterdam

Investment
early-bird: €360,- excl. vat
regular: €380,- excl. vat

Language
English

Capacity
Limited to 16 participants

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