SVG Family
Parawat Poungpiam
Known affectionately as Mr. PP, he is the director and spiritual leader of SVG. After spending 30 years in the spa and resort management industry, Mr. PP sought to apply his skills and affinity for serving others and promoting health through Thai massage. He has served as the managing director for the renowned Old Medicine Hospital in Chiang Mai, and is highly involved in promoting Thai culture. He works closely with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and was chosen by the Thai government to be the representative of Thai massage, cooking, boxing and other areas of Thai culture at international tradeshows all over the world. He holds certificates from both the Buddhist Organization and Religious Ministry of Thailand. He maintains a close relationship with Wat Sri Suphan Temple in Chiang Mai to promote massage, meditation, silversmith work, and provides foreigners with the opportunity to talk with monks. He also has a deep knowledge of Thai herbs and healing mantras. His highest hope is caring for humanity.
Master Aire
Master Aire is an unbelievable therapist and an even better teacher. She has a long history massage and herbal healing in her family, stretching back several generations. She has had a very impressive career working internationally as a massage specialist at top-tier spas, including COMO Shambala. She has an extremely wide breadth of knowledge and is a demanding instructor, but always equips students with the techniques and methods of achieving success.
Master Song
One touch and you will know Master Song's hands are magic. It is the result of countless years of massage experience in healing others and perhaps something inexplicable as well. Like Master Aire, Master Song has had an impressive international career as a massage specialist working at the highest end spas and resorts. He often does special training courses for the therapists at COMO Shambala spa and resort. His light-hearted, fun and easy going nature make for a pleasant learning environment, but it's his knowledge and instruction that leave him second to none.
Master Por
Having originally studied under the aforementioned instructors, Master Por was recognized for his skill as a massage therapist at a young age. He has worked for many years in the bustling massage industry in Chiang Mai and knows well how to bring relaxation and healing to clients. His vibrant energy and attention to detail make him a fantastic instructor.
Master Rose
Sister of Master Aire, Master Rose also shares a rich family history in the healing arts. She has spent many, many years in massage therapy and specializes in spa treatments such as body/face scrubs, oil massage, foot reflexology treatments, etc. Her joking personality and joy in her work make for a fun classroom environment.
Brett Crompton
You can see my story in the "About Me" tab. I serve as the SVG ambassador to the USA.
Goto Kentaro
Ken is a kind-souled member of the SVG family with a background in language studies and english translation, he has worked as a consultant with Cirque du Soleil in Japan. A former student of SVG, Ken serves as the SVG ambassador to Japan. His website in Japanese can be found here.