Metta River Thai & Yoga Therapy
5521 S. Grosvenor Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
90066, U.S.A.
www.mettariver.com

Metta River follows the belief that yoga should be regarded as therapy – a healing art. Metta is the practice of loving-kindness, as taught by the Buddha. The courses are led by Minga Lily and Shawn Patrick. Minga Lily was born and raised in Thailand and began meditation practices at the age of eight. Shawn Patrick teaches Muay Thai kickboxing and is certified by Lotus Palm as a Thai massage practitioner and trainer. Both Minga and Shawn practice a variety of healing therapies and strive to pass on their knowledge to their pupils.

Classes & Workshops

Here are some of the many courses Metta River offers:

-Yoga Therapy
This class provides step-by-step instructions leading to the healing journey of yoga. The first step to yoga therapy is establishing the physical and mental health of a student, followed by determining what style of yoga is best, based on interest and overall well-being.

-Thai Yoga Massage
Drawing upon ancient Buddhist practices, Thai Yoga massage teaches how to improve pain and/or illnesses through pressure points and various yoga poses. Both the giver and the receiver benefit from this type of massage. See the Lotus Palm course calendar for details on Thai massage training at the Metta River center and elsewhere.

-Muay Thai Kickboxing
The time-honored art of Thai self-defense is still used among current-day military elite. Muay Thai kickboxing is generally practiced in the ring, but those looking for a more casual experience can join Metta River on Saturday mornings in a Glen Alla park.

-Partners Yoga
This class brings two people together to enjoy yoga as one. Poses are adapted to accommodate two, creating a sense of trust and closeness between partners.

For details please see the Metta River website.