Unfortunately these detainees often encounter discrimination from employers who refuse to hire these skilled therapist. Sadly, due to lack of employment opportunities some return to a cycle of crime, and find themselves back in prison. The Lila Thai Massage was established to help eliminate this pattern of crime and lack of opportunity.

           The Chiang Mai Women’s Prison and the Institute of Skill Development have designed a 180 hour massage training course for these inmates, which are endorsed and meet the requirements of the Chiang Mai Public Health Department. Thus, we guarantee you will receive a fully trained professional massage therapist. It is our cherished hope that you will see these former inmates in a positive light, and your kind patronage will allow them to proudly start a new life and support themselves and their families.