Tibetan Moxibustion Intensive with Dr. Nida Chenagtsang

13–14 June 2026 · Väluste, Estonia · In-Person Only
€300 · Limited Places

Expand What Your Hands Can Do

As a bodyworker or massage therapist, you already know how to read the body through touch. But some conditions — chronic cold, joint stiffness, fatigue, poor circulation, stress-related tension — need more than pressure alone.

Tibetan moxibustion (me btsa) is a powerful fire healing therapy that works where hands stop. In just two days, you will learn to apply this ancient technique safely and confidently — and bring a genuinely rare skill back to your clients.

What Is Tibetan Moxibustion?

Moxibustion is one of the oldest healing therapies in the world. In the Tibetan medical tradition, it is known as me btsa — literally "fire needle" — and has been used for over a thousand years to treat conditions rooted in cold, stagnation, and depleted vital energy.

The therapy works by burning dried Artemisia (mugwort) — either directly on the skin or held just above it — at specific therapeutic points on the body. These points, known as sang points or "secret points," lie along the body's energy channels (tsa). When heat is applied to them, it penetrates deeply into the tissue, stimulating circulation, dissolving blockages, and restoring warmth and flow to areas that have become cold, stiff, or sluggish.

Unlike massage, which works primarily through pressure and movement, moxa works through heat and energy — making it especially effective for conditions that don't respond well to manual therapy alone.

The Benefits of Moxibustion

Tibetan moxibustion has a wide range of therapeutic applications. It is traditionally used to:

For your clients' most common complaints:

• Joint pain & stiffness — especially in the knees, hips, lower back, and shoulders

• Chronic fatigue & low energy — by warming and activating the body's vital heat

• Digestive weakness — supporting metabolism and relieving bloating or sluggishness

• Poor circulation — drawing warmth and blood flow to cold or numb areas

• Stress & nervous system disorders — calming rlung (wind energy), the Tibetan medicine equivalent of anxiety and nervous exhaustion.

Broader therapeutic effects:

• Strengthens the immune system and overall resilience

• Supports recovery from illness or injury

• Regulates hormonal and fluid balance

• Relieves menstrual disorders and reproductive cold conditions

• Beneficial for neurological conditions including numbness and nerve pain

Why bodyworkers find it especially valuable: Moxa complements manual therapy beautifully. Where your hands warm the surface, moxa penetrates deeper — reaching cold joints, sluggish organs, and blocked channels that massage alone cannot access. Many therapists find that adding even a short moxa treatment before or after a session significantly enhances their results.

What You Will Learn

Over two full teaching days with Dr. Nida Chenagtsang, you will learn:

• The foundations of Tibetan moxibustion and how it works within the Sowa Rigpa system

• The sang points — secret therapeutic points that regulate energy channels, circulation, and vital warmth

• How to apply moxa safely using Artemisia (mugwort) for different client conditions

• Practical protocols for joint pain, digestive weakness, fatigue, cold disorders, and stress-related conditions

• How to integrate moxibustion into your existing bodywork sessions

This is hands-on, practical training — not just theory. You will leave knowing how to use this therapy with real clients.

Who This Is For

This workshop is designed for:

• Massage therapists and bodyworkers looking to expand their treatment toolkit

• Practitioners of acupuncture, shiatsu, or energy work

• Students and graduates of Tibetan medicine programs

• Anyone working with clients who have chronic cold, pain, or fatigue

Some familiarity with the Root Tantra is recommended for this intensive. Not there yet? Our Foundations of Sowa Rigpa e-book is the ideal way to prepare — pick it up before June and arrive ready to dive deep.

Your Teacher

Dr. Nida Chenagtsang is one of the world's foremost authorities on Traditional Tibetan Medicine and a leading figure in the global revival of Sowa Rigpa's external healing therapies — including moxibustion.

Born in Amdo, northeastern Tibet, he began his early medical studies at the local Tibetan Medicine hospital before being awarded a scholarship to enter Lhasa Tibetan Medical University, where he completed his medical education in 1996 with practical training at the Tibetan Medicine hospitals in Lhasa and Lhoka.

Beyond his formal degree, Dr. Nida deepened his clinical grounding through internships at Sowa Rigpa hospitals in Lhasa and Lhokha, gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of traditional treatment methods.

He has extensively researched ancient Tibetan healing methods and gained high acclaim in both the East and West for his revival of little-known traditional Tibetan external healing therapies — moxibustion among the most significant of these. He has published many articles and books on the subject, most recently Foundations of Sowa Rigpa (Sky Press, 2024).

He is the Medical Director, co-founder of Sowa Rigpa Institute, Sowa Rigpa Väluste School, and he trains students in over 40 countries around the world.

He is known for his clear, practical, and accessible teaching style — making ancient clinical knowledge approachable for modern practitioners.

Learn more at www.drnida.com

Format & Participation

• Duration: 2 full teaching days

• Location: Väluste kool, Viljandi vald, Viljandi maakond, 69704, Estonia

• Format: In person only

On-site participation

For those who wishes to join us on-site, there’s a few options for simple accommodation on site.

• Accomodation with bed: 20€/day

• Accommodation with mattress: 10€/day

• Camping at our lot: 7€/day

There is also accommodations to rent in Viljandi (25km) and Valma (10km) away from Väluste. We can organise transportation for an additional fee.

3 meals per day is being served for a cost of 30€ per day.

LIMITED SPACE, Pay for accommodation and food on-site.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a background in Tibetan medicine to attend? Some familiarity with the Root Tantra is recommended for this intensive. If you are coming fresh to the tradition, our Foundations of Sowa Rigpa e-book is the ideal way to prepare — pick it up before June and arrive ready to dive deep.

What is the Foundations of Sowa Rigpa e-book? It is a beginner-friendly introduction to the theoretical foundations of Tibetan medicine, written to help new students understand the core concepts before entering more advanced practical training. You can purchase it directly through our website.

Will I receive a certificate? Yes, participants will receive a certificate of attendance upon completing the 2-day workshop.

Can I use moxibustion with my clients after this course? The workshop gives you solid practical foundations. We recommend checking the regulations in your country regarding the use of heat therapies in professional practice, as rules vary by region.

Is accommodation included in the course fee? No — the €300 covers tuition only. Accommodation and meals are available on-site at additional cost, paid upon arrival.

What should I bring? Comfortable clothing suitable for hands-on practice. All moxa materials will be provided during the workshop. A full materials list will be sent to registered participants.

Can I travel from Tallinn or Riga for this? Absolutely. Väluste is about 2.5 hours from Tallinn and roughly 3.5 hours from Riga by car. On-site accommodation is available so you don't need to travel back and forth between teaching days — we recommend staying on-site to get the full experience.