Our Method | Training | Program | Facilitators | Testimonials | Details | Enroll
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 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.
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
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
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.
Testimonials
I wanted to explore developing my «energetic» hands, inspired by a fantastic massage experience in Ibiza with Javi. Completely centered in his strength and gentleness, Javi creates safety with subtle precision. Integrating local and full-body massages from various techniques and cultures opens individuals completely. Despite the struggle to master this, I’m determined to achieve the serene masseur I aspire to be. This massage form transcends any dubious connotations, emphasizing pure human-to-human connection. Despite the challenges, group training focused on relaxation, self-centering, and opening to others yields beautiful bonds of safety and love. A sincere recommendation for Javi and heartfelt thanks to fellow participants.
I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart! Today I gave the deep connection massage to my husband. After the first 10 minutes the tears came, we continued and there was so much more to come. We remember why we love each other so much and now feel our connection again. We’re not there yet. your training was not a workshop/course, it was a retreat to: find myself to dare to enter into the deep connection to share my love and gentleness with the world to be proud of who I am as a personI am so grateful to you
After three days of intense integration, I took an extra day off, realizing the need for self-care. This massage training brought me profound insights: reconnecting, trusting others, and reevaluating my self-care routine. Feeling the tiredness and numbness in my body, I embraced my inner world, finding core confidence and shedding insecurities. I rediscovered my passion for the power of touch, a mission I’m eager to share widely. Thanks to Javi’s calm presence and warm setting, this training transcended its purpose for me. Grateful for the experience and love for you and your team, Javi! 🧡💛🌱
