Kohei Matsumoto

Former associate researcher at Kansai Medical University (research on autonomic nerves, muscles, bones and joints, and muscle oxygen dynamics) and has completed two qualifications: Judo Therapist, Chiropractor B.C.Sc., Osteopathy Doctor of Osteopathy, and International Standards Compliance Level.
He teaches and spreads Yuraku Shintai Ryoho, an integrated manual therapy that combines bodywork, chiropractic, and osteopathy, throughout the country. He teaches techniques that simultaneously treat the body, mind, and spirit, as well as the principles of consistent treatment, including palpation, examination, and treatment.

Book: Ultimate self-care for immunity with water and salt (Mikasa Shobo) #1 on Amazon rankings (8 awards)
Correct your distortion with joint angle chiropractic in just 3 minutes a day (Sakurasha)
More than 10 DVDs have been published so far.

・Completed anatomy training at Cleveland Chiropractic College in the US ・Completed anatomy training at Hyogo College of Medicine ・Completed anatomy training at Wakayama Medical University ・Completed anatomy training at Cyberjaya University, Malaysia

Mr. Hori

Founder of Brain Massage™️

I'm good at treating children's knee pain

SHIGA⚡️Osteopathic Clinic Group CEO

Extensive experience in overseas seminars and treatments

Shinichiro Tadokoro

Japan's only scar remover®︎
170,000 TikTok followers
39,000 YouTube subscribers

Body maintenance developed from injury treatment for professional athletes in the United States

The only practitioner in Japan who can perform "scar tissue removal treatment."

Due to its slimming effect, it has spread by word of mouth among actresses, TV personalities, models, and others.

After that, on TV and in magazines

It has been introduced and talked about a lot.

Kiyoshi Kubo

After obtaining national qualification,

After nine years of training, he became independent.

Focusing on the HALLI TOKYO brand

While developing five stores,

We run overseas human anatomy training programs for therapists.

Boasting the largest number of events in Japan,

Over 1,000 people.

In 2021, we launched TherapisiCamp, a therapist education platform.

The number of registered members exceeds 11,000

He is working hard to raise the bar in the therapist industry.

Yuji Sakurai

After his career as a skier was cut short due to injuries sustained in an accident, he studied rehabilitation at the NFL Coaching Academy and became a certified first aid trainer.

He has supported the performance of world-class athletes, including F1 racers, professional baseball players, and Paralympic gold medalists, and has achieved outstanding results in the field of sports rehabilitation.

He has also served as a trainer for Asashoryu and F1 driver Aguri Suzuki.

Developed a unique treatment method called "Lymph Activation®"

2023 Grand Prize Winner of the "Top Japanese Therapist" award. Currently focusing on training therapists, he contributes to the development of global health and the treatment industry with his highly reproducible techniques.

Daiki Wakabayashi

NAORU Seitai Japan 80 stores

2 stores in Australia

4 stores in Malaysia

Technical seminars held in 15 countries around the world

Takako Choubara

In 2003, she was selected as one of the top three charismatic estheticians in the Kansai region. In the same year, she was in charge of developing original technology at a company that won the Grand Prix in the SPA category at the Esthetic Grand Prix.

Since 2006, he has focused on "pre-illness care" and has begun researching and disseminating technology. He is also involved in the development of pre-illness care technology for pharmaceutical companies.

To date, we have trained over 1,500 estheticians both in Japan and overseas.

After going independent in 2016, she established TRIM RETURN, a specialized technique for pre-illness care, and advocated the importance of "preventive care" in the beauty industry.

In 2020, she won the Miss Earth Japan Mrs.

Appeared as a lecturer for Mrs. Global Earth (now Mrs. Global).

Franchise development will begin in 2023.

As of 2025, the company provides training and technical guidance to approximately 200 franchise stores.

Also, from 2022, under the production of Mr. Hiroshi Hasegawa, together with Professor Chen Gan,

Started international exchange projects with Taiwan.

• 2024: Taiwan-Japan International Technology Conference to be held in Japan

• March 2025: Seminar held at Kenkuo University in Taichung, Taiwan

Yukari Chino

While studying abroad and living overseas, I encountered hot stone therapy, something I had never seen in Japan before.
A pioneer of hot stone therapy, having introduced overseas hot stone spas to Japan 24 years ago.

We devised an original method incorporating meridian points suited to the Japanese constitution, established the first association of its kind in Japan, and are now in our 13th year of operation.
We provide training for therapists and instructors, and our hot stone therapists are active throughout Japan.
They promote hot stone therapy through various activities, including opening a salon in partnership with a major hotel, receiving association awards, and conducting collaborative workshops with doctors.

Le Chador, a hot stone therapy salon, opened in 2002 (24 years in business). The Japan Hot Stone Therapy Association was founded in 2013 (13 years in business).

- Published a DVD on hot stone bowel therapy. - Launched the Lunash original brand and sells natural hot stones and health products.

Shinya Yamamoto

Learn authentic Korean-style Korugi
We have established a unique technology system that approaches the deep layers of facial muscles.

Winner of the Facial Division at the Japan Massage Championship and the Aesthetic Grand Prix (the first male esthetician to win both competitions)

He has served as a judge at overseas competitions in countries such as China and Mexico.
His techniques are highly regarded overseas, including in Hong Kong where he provides treatments.

Based on the idea of "changing the conventional wisdom of skin care,"
Currently, we are focusing on improving the precision of our treatments to create a standard for being chosen.

Tomoko Ozawa

Representative of Effective Touch, Founder of Effective Touch and School Principal
Representative of Well-being Co., Ltd.
IFA International Aromatherapist Certified Psychologist

The JOINUS Therapist Activity Association operates a salon and school in Tokyo and has published "The Textbook of Effleurage" to a community of over 4,000 people.
Facial Effleurage
"Body Reading and Touching Textbook" (BAB Japan)

JUNKO

He studied bodywork in the UK and Australia, and is based in Mie, where he is active both domestically and internationally. He holds technical seminars that are highly regarded around the world.
Head of Swedish Massage Kamaria Method. Studied bodywork in the UK and Australia, and runs the salon "Kamaria" in Mie Prefecture, which combines Swedish massage and bodywork.

[Massage World Cup 2022] Oil Category Winner [UK National Massage Championship 2023]

Winner of the Oil Division [Japan Lightweight Championship 2024] Ken Yamamoto Award [IMA Denmark 2025] 4th place in the Swedish Division

Completed Hawaiian Anatomy Practicum

Judge and seminar lecturer at international competitions in Japan, Serbia, Malaysia, and Hong Kong, and also gave seminars in Russia and the UK.

Passing on technology that is highly regarded both domestically and internationally to the next generation

Fumie Saito

For over 20 years, he has continued to study traditional therapies from around the world (Ayurveda, Thai massage, Lao traditional therapy, etc.) and plants (especially native plants), and has opened three salons with unique concepts using his own unique methods.

Born into a family of court physicians, he explores the essence of the human body and healing through herbal medicine and folk remedies.

He also teaches at various educational institutions and strives to train therapists.

From 2023, she will be running the "Botarabo Institute of Plant and Traditional Therapy" to further promote activities that utilize the power of plants as they are and to train therapists.

Kiyomi Ahn

As the representative of Mana Rosa Co., Ltd.,

We operate salons in Sapporo and Tokyo.

Also for treatments and education such as "Internal Organ & Uterine Therapy"

She dedicates herself to teaching courses both domestically and internationally, working as a lecturer at vocational schools, and appearing on TV and in the media.

Marty Matsumoto

Australian certified remedial massage therapist.

UK ITEC and UK IFA certified therapist.

A leading expert in muscle trigger point therapy.

His books include:

"Easy to understand! Trigger point therapy"

Fascia muscle stretching therapy

Movement trigger points

On DVD

"Australian Style Remedial Therapy"

Trigger point therapy

"Movement Trigger Points: 24 Techniques You Can Practice Immediately"

(All published by BAB Japan Publishing).

TAKAHIRO OGUCHI

Founder of OGUCHImethod

・First Japanese to study acupuncture and moxibustion with Stanford University Hospital

Selected as a co-researcher

・An acupuncturist who provides treatments around the world with the support of Stanford

•Silicon Valley, Hollywood celebrities,

Top athlete, acupuncturist for the Japanese national soccer team, active in the WBC, and Olympic gold medalist

I am in charge of the treatment.

•Qualifications and experience
•Chairman of OGUCHI Style •Acupuncturist and Judo Therapist •MASSAGE CHAMPIONSHIP WORLD TOUR 2025 Judge •5 Stars Medical Club CLINIC 9ru

Special Advisor, Advisor to the President of the Japanese Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Advisor to Tokyo Dermatology and Plastic Surgery, Advisor to GM Corporation, Supervisor of Denki Bali Brush 2.0

•Developed and supervised the University of Tokyo x DENBA pillow. •Presented the OGUCHI method at the Kyushu-Taiwan Creative Conference in Fukuoka, hosted by Stanford University.

Shuhei Kadomori

"World's KADOMORI" boasts over 25 years of experience as a leader in facial slimming and cosmetic acupuncture

Our unique technology, "Facial Correction MAX," developed in collaboration with a cosmetic surgeon, significantly improves the results before and after surgery.

He has worked with celebrities and models, accompanied ONE OK ROCK on their world tour as an acupuncturist, and also provided maintenance for boxing legend Manny Pacquiao.

He has earned the trust of many celebrities both in Japan and overseas, with many foreign celebrities from Asia, Europe and the US coming to Japan to seek out his skills.

Mari Funatsu

As the world's best esthetician, she has over 30 years of experience, and has run a beauty salon and school business for 20 years, teaching over 1,000 people.

We are developing and promoting a small face method that specializes in treating clenching teeth.

At the 2014 Aesthetic Grand Prix, he won two titles, the "Facial Technique Division" and the "Customer Satisfaction Salon Division," earning him the title of Japan's No. 1 Aesthetician.
In 2023, she won first place in the "Facial Division" of the World Massage Super Cup.

Based on the belief of "enriching women," she supports women in their second careers and is a beauty expert.

Activities to spread technology and hospitality are being carried out in various countries

Teacher Ai

Lymphatic massage specialist

Number of YouTube channel subscribers

Over 1 million people.

Nationally qualified medical practitioner,

Has treated more than 30,000 people

Based on our extensive knowledge and experience,

We have developed our own unique technology, "Aishiki Medical Lymph®."

Aiming to improve health in addition to beauty

Supporting many women.

Learn unique techniques and the Ai-shiki mindset

The online school is also popular.

In the two years since its launch, more than 2,280 people have taken the course.

Magazine serialization, supervision, TV appearances,

He is also active in a wide range of media, including publishing.

Yukihiro Mino

Also known as the Thai Massage Legend

A leading Thai massage instructor in Japan.

A global international event for Thai massage

He has been invited to give lectures in various locations.

Over 20 years of experience in Thai massage.

The number of practitioners is incalculable,

Although there are over 2,000 talented graduates,

Backed by extensive practical experience

The practical content and laughter-filled training style

It has a great reputation for being fun and easy to understand.

Popular lecturer.

YURIA

Operates Mali Thai Traditional Massage Salon & School in Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture

At the age of 24, she felt physically and mentally exhausted, but was saved by the culture and national character of Thailand, which she visited several times a year at that time. Inspired by the fact that her grandmother in Thailand was a Thai traditional massage therapist, she decided to become a Thai traditional massage therapist in 2019.

With a strong desire to spread a positive image of Thai culture and Thai traditional massage, he decided to participate in the 2022 Thai Traditional Massage Japan Championship. He won by demonstrating his unique technique using the traditional Thai cloth "Pakaoma". He then went on to win the world championship at the world championship held in Switzerland.

This victory has led to the spread of Thai culture and technology not only in Japan but all over the world.

Koji Ono (Esthetic Prince)

Representative Director of the Japan Skin Care Association

Winner of the national aesthetic contest commemorating the 35th anniversary of the Japan Aesthetic Association.
At the top of the approximately 20,000 members,
Becomes the number one esthetician in Japan.

"Magical Counseling"
"Introduction to Facial Techniques"
Published 26 books and DVDs

Numerous TV appearances

He currently holds seminars, lectures and provides consultations as an expert on increasing salon sales.

Mr. Kazu

Judo Therapist/Chiropractor

Director of Tsumiki Chiropractic Clinic

Representative Director of the Self-Care Chiropractor Training Association

Representative of Miracle Rejuvenation Therapist Academy

430,000 Instagram followers

740,000 YouTube followers

Publication: "Miraculous Rejuvenation 7-Day Program" Supervised by the health magazine "Soukai"

Yan Hung Sun Frank

World Massage Championships (WMF/UMC)

• Sports Massage Asia Champion 🥇🏆

• European World Championships Sports Massage Division Runner-up 🥈🏆

• Runner-up in the Therapeutic Massage category at the European World Championships 🥈🏆

"In order to pass on the culture of Oriental massage to the next generation,
We want to continue innovating while valuing the uniqueness of each region.
As someone who loves massage, I want to create the future together with you."

DEW IIOKA

Representative of INJ Intrenational Association of Nuad Thai in Japan
Vice president of  UTWA Universal Thai Wellness Association
Former lecturer at ITM Chiang Mai main campus
JingJai Thai Massage School Lead Instructor

The artistic movements and new stretches that continue to be created, the course that is enjoyable for all participants, goes beyond the boundaries of Thai massage all over the world.

He continues to influence therapists in a variety of genres.

He has trained numerous champions and medalists and gives lectures not only in Japan but also around the world.

Dr.Chathuri Mihirani

University of Colombo, School of Traditional Medicine (Ayurveda Department)

Graduated at the top of his class.

After receiving government-funded training in India and gaining clinical experience, he has been in his current position since 2016.

He specializes in treating "modern diseases" such as stress, insomnia, and obesity, and has consulted with over several thousand foreigners, including Japanese.

2019, Kaayachakitsa, Graduate School, University of Kelaniya

(Internal Medicine) major.

Passed the Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 2.

MArtist Ung

(Kiung Baek)

Feeling the limitations of existing massage frameworks, he reconstructed his approach from the perspectives of physics and neuroscience, developing his own innovative techniques centered on a variety of "mobilizations."

He is currently active as a massage and bodywork specialist instructor traveling around the world.

We aim to create a society where people from all over the world can communicate through massage.

Misaki

IMA World Championship Massage 2022 held in Denmark in 2022

Freestyle medalist.
After appearing at world championships and on YouTube, he received many offers for treatment and instruction from both within Japan and overseas.
Currently, in addition to working as a therapist and lecturer,

He also serves as a judge at the world championships.

Smooth and continuous treatment like a wave

It is characterized by its approach to the body,

We provide treatments that are sensitive to changes in the mind,

The essential healing power of Thai traditional massage

I cherish it.

Based on this idea, we aim to give back to society the power to heal people through Thai traditional massage.

Cherish them and use them for volunteer work in disaster-stricken areas.

We are continuing to work on this.

Akashi Ayumi

Held in Greece in 2024

At the World Massage Championships

Winner of the Asian freestyle category.

In the same year, World Massage

Championship Online

・Thai Traditional Massage Category Winner

- Freestyle Division Runner-up

And won the overall championship,

He will become a two-time world champion in 2024.

Chanakarn Intakat

Not limited to traditional Thai massage

It is characterized by free-thinking movements,

Accurately targets muscles regardless of physique

Many people have been treated with manual techniques and cloth treatments.

She has attracted attention and is now working as a Thai massage instructor based in Asia, aiming to make the industry healthier.

Demonstrations in various countries,

He also puts effort into posting treatment videos on social media, with the number of views on social media exceeding 100 million, and he has a total of over 500,000 followers.

Currently, he is studying traditional Thai medicine to further his education, while also working to pass on his own techniques.

The company plans to hold online courses and set up training schools based in Bangkok and Chiang Mai.

*Award history: Asian Massage Championship 2024
(Asia Massage Championship)
Thai Traditional Massage Category: Winner Freestyle Category: 4th Place

Yasuyuki Hayashi

22 years of experience in Thai massage and 18 years of experience in store management.

Thai Traditional Massage Lila Lila

Treatments at (Kanda main store, Asakusa store, Ginza store)

Lectures at Lila Lila Thai Massage Academy

Judges at domestic and international massage competitions, etc.

Thai massage activities every day!

Chiho Kaji

In 2005, he encountered Thai massage at Wat Po Main School and started doing bed massage in parallel with his treatment.

"ZERO Tie® Stretch" is launched.

After giving birth in Chiang Mai in 2012, she began practicing traditional Thai medicine.

Impressed by the postpartum care program "Yufai" based on

The Euphi Association was founded on April 1, 2013.

Incorporated in 2019. Based on Chiang Mai-style Yufai, we are promoting activities in 41 prefectures across the country.

As of 2025, there are over 3,000 participants.

2026 ITM Senior Teacher English

First-year student in the official program.

Judges at international competitions in Japan, Switzerland, Thailand and Canada,

AMC / Asia Massage Championship 2024

Stretch category winner

WMC / World Championship Massage 2025

Freestyle Eastern Division World 4th Place

Taro Yamaguchi

A unique product that evolves barber shampoo techniques

Established "Samurai Head Massage"

Held seminars throughout Japan and overseas.

Going beyond the boundaries of barbering, we promote traditional Japanese techniques and barbering culture.

It is broadcast to the world.

He has also made numerous television appearances,

"Jonetsu Tairiku," "Aiseki Shokudo," "Moyamoya Summers," "What's This? A Hundred Strange Scenes," "Ariyoshi's World Simultaneous Broadcast"

She has appeared in films such as:

As a Japanese barber who can be active on the world stage, we aim to pass on Japanese barbering techniques and head massage culture to the next generation.

Continuing to spread to the world

■ SNS (as of February 9, 2026)

• YouTube: Barber ASMR Channel

(Approximately 140,000 registered users)

• Instagram: Approximately 78,000 people

• TikTok: Approximately 82,000 people

Nobue Aizawa

WMCT2025, JMC2023
She has won the Body Care category twice.

Dynamic stretching, Thai massage,

Deep tissue, joint mobilization

Combining these and other ideas, we are not bound by the framework.

It is characterized by free-thinking bodywork.

Smooth and dynamic treatment, functional improvement and

Our unique style combines relaxation with
"It feels good and it makes your body feel so much better."

It has received high praise.

Finalist in the French competition

Its track record and technical capabilities have been recognized,

He also serves as a judge at international competitions.

Currently, she runs "myna villa Spa" in Tokyo and Chiba.

There are 4 stores.
We also have many referrals from foreign hotels.

Building trust and a proven track record, we provide services to customers around the world.

It continues to grow into a salon of choice.

Denys Demydov

•⁠ ⁠Owner, founder, and instructor of the international Beauty Academy "DENIS DEMIDOV BEAUTY ACADEMY" and "DENIS DEMIDOV ONLINE-SCHOOL."

•⁠ ⁠Owner of the trademark "MYO-LIFTING FACE MASSAGE™️" and the "RE-FACE™️ Facial Transformation System."

•⁠ ⁠Owner of the cosmetics trademark "UNIQUE™️."

•⁠ ⁠I have been teaching since 2007. To date, I have trained more than 4,300 people worldwide.

•⁠ ⁠Certified applied kinesiologist.

•⁠ ⁠Graduated from Kyiv Medical University of UANM, specialty “General Medicine” (2011).

•⁠ ⁠Master’s degree in “Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy,” Kharkiv National Medical University (2024).

•⁠ ⁠Member of the World Federation of Massage (WFM).

•⁠ ⁠Tactical medicine instructor.

•⁠ ⁠Judge at massage technique championships.

Ella

My specialties include miolifting, lymphatic drainage, and classical facial massage techniques.
In my practice and training programs, I focus on deep anatomical knowledge, precision of movements, and the therapeutic power of touch.

I am a prizewinner of international massage championships and highly value the opportunity to serve as a fair, attentive, and objective judge at professional competitions.
My master classes are known for their practical approach, clear structure, and high level of professionalism.

I continuously develop my own skills and support young specialists by sharing modern techniques, experience, and methodology.
I am proud to represent the facial massage industry on the international stage.

LUMPAI KUMMOO

•UK clinic & school founder
•UK Award best school 2024
•UK Award top rated clinic 2025
•UK red carpet Award 1st place the inferential person of 2025
•Over 20 years experience
•Thai clinical healing and holistic therapy
•International teacher
•UK red carpet & International Juddge

Skills
Thai traditional and holistic medicine

Lumpai is a highly respected teacher, therapist and manager with a passion for helping individuals achieve optimal physical spiritual and emotional well-being. Her deep connection and commitment to excellence work since her young age made her a leader in the field of massage therapy and alternative wellness.

Lumpai's grandfather was a village traditional doctor and healer, her mum and sister are both Thai massage educators.

Lumpai was one of the international judge and speakers for Thai Health & Therapeutic at the exhibition show and speaker in many places around the world. With traditional Thai practices background and nursing with over 20 years of experience, Lumpai has treated people with dignity throughout her professional career. Her passion for Thai medical has helped her develop a clinical & holistic care.

Larisa Kaibyrova

My name is Larisa Kaibyrova, a doctor with a PhD in medicine. I am the founder and teacher of a massage art school in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. I am the author of unique signature massages and an international massage judge.

shokoohe razmjoo

Dr. Shokoohe Razmjoo is a massage educator, researcher, and author; a member of the IMA Massage Association; a student of the ITM School; and the founder of the first structured massage training school in Iran. She has sponsored and organized more than 79 seminars, workshops, training programs, and conferences in the fields of massage and health.

She is a researcher and instructor specializing in anatomy, pathology, and hands-on therapeutic techniques, including deep tissue massage, Thai table massage, hot stone massage, chair massage, myofascial decompression, and modalities focused on myofascial release and joint mobility.

She is also the silver medalist of the 2021 World Massage Championships in Antalya and currently serves as a national and international referee for the World Massage Championships.

Novikova Yulia

Certified instructor and assistant of "Dennis Demidoff Beauty Academy" and "Dennis Demidoff Online School"

Training organizer.

Certified instructor of "My Lifting Face Massage™️" in Ukraine,

Lingam massage instructor.

Co-owner of the cosmetics brand "Unique™️".

Speaker and instructor at international massage and beauty events and exhibitions.

Certified international instructor by WMF (World Massage Federation).

Two-time Ukrainian Facial Massage Champion,

"My Lifting Face Massage™️" Technique: – Ukrainian Championship "Massage Art Fest"

2021 – Ukrainian Championship "Massage Art Fest"

2023 (Professional Division)

Held in Nice, France in 2022

Participated in the European Massage Championship and used the "My Lifting Face Massage™️" technique

It was held in Tbilisi, Georgia in 2024.

Silver medal (2nd place) in the facial category at the Eurasia Massage Championships

Continually improving qualifications worldwide.

We develop expertise, refine technology and share knowledge on an international platform.

It cooperates with educational institutions and organizations around the world, facilitating the exchange of experiences and the implementation of innovative ideas.

Natalia Solonevich

Natalia, founder of Kogao School and Royal Cosmetics in Moscow and Dubai, is a leading expert in Japanese massage techniques and a passionate advocate for holistic, non-surgical beauty. Dedicated to helping women achieve a naturally lifted, radiant appearance, she combines professionalism, cultural knowledge, and hands-on expertise with decades of training.

Education & Certifications

​Natalia holds degrees in Regional Studies & Economics (Far Eastern Federal University), Art Studies (Moscow State University), and an MBA in Global Business (Robert Kennedy University, Switzerland). She also completed international studies in Japan, specializing in Japanese business practices.

Her career began as the Head of Senkon Logistics Japan’s Moscow Office (2003), leading her into the world of Japanese beauty and aesthetics. In 2009, she founded Royal Cosmetics, now distributing over 43 Japanese brands.

Natalia has trained extensively with top Japanese brands and massage experts, including:

・Fujikawa Emiko (2014) – Korugi Massage (Nosenjo method)
・CBON (2015) – Advanced Skincare Training
・Sunsorit (2017), Lapidem Tokyo (2019) – High-end spa aesthetics
・Glow Academy (2019) – Rukako & Suina Techniques, Certified Instructor
・Vivace Academy (2023) – Bidzen Kinkotsu Kogao, Bidzen Adjust 3D, and Ogonhi Method

Kogao School – Advancing Japanese Massage

In 2019, Natalia founded Kogao School, a specialized academy for rare Japanese massage techniques. Today, the school teaches 15+ techniques and hosts exclusive seminars with leading Japanese massage masters.

Global Recognition & Expertise

​Fluent in Japanese, French, Russian, and English, Natalia has 20+ years of experience in Japanese aesthetics and maintains close ties with Japan’s top manufacturers and brands. Through her training, certifications, and leadership, she is bringing authentic Japanese massage techniques to the world.

Tatiana Obrc

Tatiana Obrc
is an international massage expert,
Judge of the World Massage Championship (Tokyo, Japan),
and the creator of the exclusive lymphatic drainage methodology LymphBalance Signature Method.

She is an educator and mentor for professionals within the international massage industry
and the founder and practicing specialist of Praxis Imdorf Massage Clinic
(Switzerland, Canton of Zug).

Tatiana is a multiple champion and award winner of international, European,
and Swiss massage championships from 2021 to 2025,
and a Jury Member of the World Massage Championship 2024–2026.

Mission: to make people healthier and more harmonious while advancing the art of massage and professional excellence worldwide

Nihat Ayçeman

Dr. Nihat Ayçeman lives in Antalya, Türkiye. He is an academician, trainer, therapist, writer and consultant. He has been working as a lecturer at Akdeniz University, Faculty of Sports Sciences, Department of Sport Health since 2000. He conducts his academic studies on sports medicine, athletic therapy, wellness and preventive health. He also works on Traditional, Alternative and Complementary Medicine.
Has over 90 scientific studies at national and international levels, and published Thai Massage and Aromatherapy books.
Has been a lecturer/trainer for 25 years and working as a therapist for 30 years. He provides treatments, consultancy and training in the fields of Manual Therapy, Hijama, Swedish/Classical Massage, Sports Massage, Aromatherapy, Shiatsu, Thai Massage, Acupuncture/Acupressure, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Yoga, Reflexology etc. at national and international levels. He also provides consultancy and training in the fields of Alternative and Complementary Medicine and SPA, Wellness, Health Tourism. Has private clinic for treatments.
The founder and president of the Health and Natural Therapies Association since 2005.
The founder and president of the National and International Massage Championship, which was officially held for the first time (2023) in Türkiye. His forth eddition Championship is "World Massage Therapists Championship" will be held on 23-26 April 2026, Antalya-Tukiye.
He serves as a judge in international championships and is an ambassador/representative of some international organizations and/or championships for Turkiye.
In addition to his academic work, he devotes most of his time to the development of profession and the sector. To this end, he prioritizes collaboration and partnerships with the right individuals and institutions.

Sabah Arbia

Sabah Arbia is a renowned expert in massage and well-being, recognized on the international stage with prestigious awards, including a gold medal in freestyle massage and a silver medal at the 2017 World Championship.
Her passion for the art of touch was passed down from her great-grandmother, a respected midwife, and further refined through formal training in Ayurvedic medicine, phytotherapy, aromatherapy, and shiatsu massage.
She is particularly known for her innovative massage protocols incorporating tuning forks, which she presented at the World Championship of Massage. For the past six years, she has served as a judge for the International Massage Championship (IMA) and has been invited by various countries to evaluate their massage competitions.
As a naturopathic iridologist, trainer, and spa consultant, she continues to deepen her knowledge through Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, constantly traveling to learn from great masters.
Passionate about beauty, she is currently developing a groundbreaking protocol that seamlessly blends aesthetic enhancement with health. This innovative approach includes treatments such as slimming massages and lifting techniques for both the face and body.
Balancing her professional achievements with her role as a mother and her humanitarian commitments, she remains dedicated to harmonizing body and spirit through personalized treatments.

Master J
(Jidapha Wilkinson)

The founder and president of the Health and Natural Therapies Association since 2005.

LiXuan Sarah Nong

A Chinese beautician and Massage therapist for over 20 years Has extensive experience. Specialized training in China She currently lives in the UK. Traditional Chinese medicine has a history spanning thousands of years. Combining modern beauty experiences, Chinese meridian acupressure, Chinese herbal head spa, Holographic Gua Sha Through ancient wisdom and traditional techniques, We provide expert guidance and dissemination of the appeal of Chinese culture.

Yana Herzog

Based in Switzerland, the Swiss Massage Championship

Founder of the Zurich Beauty Academy.

SWISS HOLISTIC FACE MASSAGE®️

She is the creator of the massage technique, an experienced esthetician, and a judge at the World Massage Championships.

As the Swiss representative of the Nuad Thai & Spa World Association,

It plays a major role.

Supa Albert

My name is Supa Albert, originally from Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand. I have lived in Munich, Germany, for over 45 years. With a deep passion for natural healing, I have dedicated my career to integrating traditional arts with therapeutic sciences.
​I am a graduate of the School of Massage Therapy, the Paracelsus Naturopathy School, and the Institute of Osteopathy. My expertise in Thai Massage and Herbal Medicine was certified by the Thai Traditional Medicine Association in Bangkok.
​With over 21 years of professional experience, I currently collaborate with Dr. Theo Olaf at Orthopädie Sauerlach and Dr. Ping He at the TCM Clinic. I also serve as the President of Thai Culture & Tradition e.V. and am the CEO of the German Global Massage Championship (GGMC). My mission is to promote and elevate the standards of natural therapy on a global scale. www.germanglobalmassage.de www.thaimassage-brunnthal.de

Radu Dan Gligor

Radu Dan Gligor is a massage therapist with vast experience in spa and complementary therapies, having worked in the wellness field since 2010. Throughout his career, Radu has become a recognized name for his dedication to promoting health and balance through massage and holistic relaxation techniques. As a certified yoga instructor, trained at the Indian Yoga Academy, Radu harmoniously blends traditional yoga teachings with his own methods of breathwork and mindful movement, offering personalized classes for all levels of practice.

In addition to his expertise in yoga, Radu is a nationally and internationally recognized trainer in body and facial massage, specializing in techniques that focus on facial sculpting and body harmonization through Thai massage, Lomi-Lomi Hawaiian , Deep tissue massage and mobilization, Sport Massage , Therapeutic and Sculptural techniques. He has also been invited as an international judge at numerous massage championships and competitions, holding accreditation from the International Massage Association (IMA). Among his notable achievements are the gold medals won in the Asian Thai Massage, Wellness 4 Hands Massage and Facial Massage categories, honors that attest to his level of excellence and expertise.

With a deep passion for guiding and inspiring, Radu continues to share his knowledge with both professionals and beginners, leading workshops, courses, and masterclasses around the world.

Wassa

Wassakanit Lakkham, known as Wassa, is a world-renowned massage instructor specializing in Integrated Deep Tissue with Dynamic Table Thai Stretching. Her expertise and dedication to the craft have earned her significant accolades in the massage therapy community.
In 2022, Wassa clinched a bronze medal in the Western Freestyle Massage Category at the prestigious World Massage Championship held in Copenhagen, Denmark. Her success continued at the American Massage Championship 2022, where she was awarded the Overall Champion, securing a gold medal along with three additional medals.
Wassa's achievements highlight her exceptional skills and innovative approach to massage therapy, making her a highly sought-after instructor and practitioner in the field.

Dejan Jelen

I am Dejan Jelen, a wellness manager with over 36 years of experience in the field of massage, therapeutic and holistic approaches. I was born on March 24, 1970 in Celje, Slovenia. I began my professional journey in 1988 by training in classical Swedish massage, and since then I have been continuously deepening my knowledge and developing my own therapeutic approaches.
I work as a Zen Shiatsu therapist, an 8th level Ayurvedic therapist, and a therapist and teacher of classical, sports and therapeutic massage. My work is based on the integration of Eastern and Western knowledge, body structures, energy flows and conscious touch.
I am also trained in reflexology, Yumeiho, Shinthai, Su-Jok, Ohashi method, moxibustion, cupping therapy (dry and wet), kinesiological taping technique, Lomi Lomi massage, herbal bundle massage, honey and apitherapy, hot stones and clinical aromatherapy. A special place in my work is occupied by water therapies: Watsu, Watqii and Halliwick technique, where I combine movement, breathing and water support.
I am the creator of several original therapeutic protocols, massage therapies and wellness and sauna rituals, adapted to the modern person and the individual needs of the client.
As the head of wellness at Terme Dobrna, I work daily with various groups of clients, including patients with paraplegia, tetraplegia, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis and cerebral palsy. My work is based on respect, safety, precision and a deep understanding of the body as a whole.
At the competition, I present myself as a judge who combines tradition, experience, knowledge, and heart - with a clear goal: to raise the quality of touch, therapeutic presence, and professional standards of the massage profession

Gogutsa Khoperia

world champion 2023 #IMA🥇
Facial massage 🥇🥈

I am Gogutsa Khoperia, a professional massage therapist and world champion in the Western Freestyle category, holding the IMA Gold Medal. I am also the absolute champion in the Facial Massage category, a gold medalist at the GL Online International Championship, and the second-place winner in the Baltic Championship (International Category).

As an active member of the global massage community, I serve as an IMA Ambassador, International Teacher, official trainer, and a member of the jury committee for the World Massage Championship. I have also worked as a jury member and trainer at the Georgia & Eurasia Championship—held in my home country of Georgia and organized by the Georgian Professional Massage Association—as well as at the Azerbaijan & Eurasia Championship.

It is a great honor for me to be invited to the World Massage Championship in Japan, and I am deeply committed to supporting the development of the massage industry worldwide.

Edina

I worked as an active nurse for more than 22 years, gaining extensive experience in patient care, rehabilitation, and therapy-oriented professional practice.
I hold qualifications in physiotherapy and ergotherapy, providing a strong medical and functional foundation for my work.
For over 15 years, I have been working exclusively with massage and therapeutic treatments.
Based on my long professional journey and international experience, I developed my own unique method known as M.O.F. THERAPY.
M.O.F. Therapy is a complex, therapy-oriented approach that integrates manual techniques, functional rehabilitation, and holistic principles.
I am actively involved in the international massage community:
– invited judge at numerous international massage championships,
– awarded at the Turkish International Massage Championship,
– professionally recognized and awarded in Azerbaijan and Georgia.
My international professional roles include:
– Vice President and co-organizer of the GL Online International Massage Championship,
– Ambassador of the International Massage Association (IMA),
– Brand & Content Manager of the World Massage Championship.
In 2025, I was inducted into the American Hall of Fame (), marking one of the most significant recognitions of my professional career.
I am also a four-time social media award winner, producing professional, educational, and inspirational video content.
I believe that the greatest recognition of my work is when people choose to follow my professional content on social media and find real value in it.
My videos and short-form content are available across multiple platforms, reaching an international audience.
In 2024, I had the opportunity to travel to Tokyo, which became a defining professional experience.
I look forward with respect and strong professional motivation to the 2026 Tokyo international massage championship, for which this biography has been prepared.
For me, massage therapy is not just a profession — it is a calling, responsibility, and lifelong path of growth.

Kate 

My name is Kateryna Sobotiuk. I am a massage therapist, an IASTM Therapist  in the field of rehabilitation and recovery, a specialist in Stretching techniques in massage, and an instructor at the “Course Plus” the  School of Professional Growth (Ukraine).
        •        One of the organizers of the Ukrainian Massage Championship (UMC), host and curator of the massage championship in Ukraine.
        •        Trainer and mentor — I prepare participants for championships, and I have more than 10 prize winners and champions whom I helped develop their programs.
        •        Organizer of the Massage Art Fest in Ukraine.

Jean-Guy de Gabriac

Jean-Guy de Gabriac is an award-winning spa advisor & educator. His massage workshops, and client experience masterclasses (Retail-Upsell) include best practices from some of the world’s premier destination spas.
Focusing on Emotional Intelligence in the age of A.I., attendees of his workshops learn how to become Guest Experience Makers and deliver that magical “WOW” factor. His clients include Rosewood, Four Seasons, Waldorf Astoria, and iconic spas, as well as leading cosmetic brands that he helped win international innovation awards.
Jean-Guy is also the founder of World Wellness Weekend, currently in its 10th year, celebrated in Japan and 190 countries by 11,000+ venues, and supported by 60 professional federations.
Jean-Guy also serves as Conference producer of World Spa & Wellness Convention in London (since 2014), Judge of the World Spa & Wellness Awards, the World Championship in Massage (Copenhagen) and European Massage Championship (Paris).
He was inducted in the "Hall of Fame" of the International Massage Association in 2025, and recipient of the "Wellness Influencer of the Year 2025" by the Asia Pacific Spa & Wellness Coalition APSWC, and "Wellness Personality of the Year 2024" by the Hotel & Spa Forum (Paris 2024).

Rose

Organizer of Southeast Asia Massage Championship and Malaysia Massage Championship. Founder Spa Q Rose & QRose Academy in Malaysia.Expertise in traditional Asian massage, spa wellness massage, facial massage, midwifery and therapeutic. An instructor in Asia in massage, cupping and acupuncture.Top 3 winner Euro Massage Championship 2025 in Category Asian.

Irina

Irina Geyman is an internationally recognized authority in anti-aging facial massage and the winner of the German Global Massage Championship in this category.

She is a member of the German National Massage Team, an international championships judge, and the founder and director of the Berlin Academy of Modern Massage.

Her work represents the highest level of facial massage artistry, where ancient traditions meet advanced modern techniques. Each treatment is created as a bespoke ritual, precisely tailored to enhance a woman’s natural beauty, balance, and refinement.

Her signature approach includes plastic modeling facial massage, Japanese Kobido, traditional Chinese facial techniques, Gua Sha, and bio-plastic facial massage. These are complemented by advanced face-lifting, split massage, post-isometric relaxation, and freestyle methods.

Irina’s expertise is the result of continuous study with renowned masters from around the world, including Alexandre Thang, Ivan Conversano, Larissa Vitvinova, Dr. Yi Sim Chang, Dr. Vitalij Kim, Dr. Yuri Chikurov, Valentina Bobkova, and others. This international lineage defines the exceptional quality and depth of her work.

True luxury lies in timeless beauty. Irina’s philosophy is dedicated to preserving youthfulness, refining facial features, and maintaining the skin in its most harmonious, radiant, and elevated condition.

Regine-chan

Teacher Regine is a highly renowned massage and postpartum care expert in Hong Kong. Her areas of expertise include Belly Binding and various massage techniques (including prenatal massage, slimming massage, stretching massage, and stretching massage), and she is considered an *international authority*.

Her style emphasizes *holistic* approach, *a balance of strength and gentleness*, combining traditional techniques with modern clinical experience. She is particularly skilled in:
- Pre-pregnancy/postpartum care (such as deep four-hand prenatal massage, a pioneering project in Hong Kong)
- Free Style Massage
- Posture Correction & Slimming Massage
- Chair Massage
- Head and Facial Massage, Facial Massage, Head Spa
- Aromatherapy and Lymphatic Massage, among other diverse techniques (Spa & Wellness)
*Internationally Recognized* for reasons including:
- Co-founder of the China Hong Kong International Massage Competition
- Served as a judge in numerous international competitions (such as the 2024 World Massage Championships in Japan, WMF M1 Thailand, Universal Thai Wellness Association, etc.)
- Invited to participate in international competitions and exchanges (such as the Hong Kong-Taiwan Technical Exchange Conference, Asian Massage Championships)
- Her teaching and techniques are internationally recognized by TQUK, ITEC, VTCT, and other internationally recognized institutions, making her globally accepted.

She is widely recognized by students and the industry, and frequently collaborates with other international instructors (such as Dew, Waen, and Takuto) to promote massage techniques on the international stage.

Regine regularly shares course information, competition updates, demonstrations, and student achievements, and her professional level enjoys a high reputation in the massage community of Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Asia.

Vanessa Liu

I am Vanessa, a Master of the Flow Face Massage and a seasoned professional in the field of massage therapy.
- With over 15 years of clinical experience as beauty therapist, I have dedicated myself to advancing facial wellness through holistic touch.
- I have owned and run my beauty business for more than 12 years, delivering personalized, results driven care to clients.
- In 2024 and 2025 I earned 3 gold medals across the UK and Japan, a milestone that reflects excellence, consistency, and international collaboration in my craft.
- Original roots: born in Bangkok, Thailand, I now practice and base my work in the Netherlands, bringing a global perspective to my techniques.
- Specialization: Flow Face Massage a unique method that works beyond traditional muscles to influence facial fascia, circulation, lymphatic flow, and overall skin health.
- Philosophy: I treat the face as a holistic system where emotional balance, postural alignment, and daily habits intersect with muscular function to produce lasting benefit.
- Current role: Business owner , judge and mentor in advanced facial therapy circles, sharing knowledge while upholding the highest standards of professionalism.

Bella Bayar

Bella Bayar Enkhjargal
Title / Position:
International Spa Beauty- Esthetics Massage Champion, CIDESCO Practically Certified Therapist Skin & Spa Therapist, Founder of Femina Bella Est Technique, Owner of Be Beauty Salon & Academy (Stockholm, Sweden)

Introduction / Biography:
Bella Bayar is an internationally recognized massage therapist, educator, and competition judge based in Stockholm, Sweden. She is a certified skin and spa therapist educated at Gilda International Beauty School of Sweden, and Holistic Beauty School in Mongolia.

Bella is the founder of the Femina Bella Est massage technique and the owner of Be Beauty Academy in Stockholm Sweden where she trains therapists and promotes advanced Buccal facial massage techniques.

She is an award-winning therapist, including Silver Medalist at the European Massage Championship and ranked among the Top 10 massage therapists in the world.
She also achieved 7th place in the World Championships in Facial Massage.

Bella is passionate about elevating professional facial massage and combining therapeutic techniques with aesthetic and holistic skin treatments.

Matthew Hua healwell

Matthew Hua is an internationally awarded transformational therapist and teacher dedicated to guiding individuals toward inner healing and wholeness.
Drawing on the wisdom that true growth blossoms through gentle challenge, he leads others from struggle toward lasting peace.
Recognized worldwide for his innovative approach, Matthew reawakens the eternal inner fire that no wound or storm can ever permanently dim.

Brenda M. Ruiz

Brenda M. Ruiz is a licensed massage therapist, massage instructor, international educator, and respected leader in the global massage therapy community. Based in Puerto Rico, she brings over 24 years of professional experience spanning clinical practice, spa management, and advanced therapist training.
She is the CEO of AB Wellness International Massage Institute and a consultant for high-performing wellness centers, specializing in service excellence, therapist development, and operational standards in the massage and spa industry.
Brenda is also the author of Journeys of a Massage Therapist, a work that reflects her professional path and experiences around the world.
In addition to her international roles, she serves as the Lead Inspector for massage establishments with the Puerto Rico Department of Health, contributing directly to regulatory oversight and the advancement of professional standards across the industry.
Brenda is widely recognized for her contributions to the championship community, having served as a judge and jury coordinator in prestigious international massage competitions throughout Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Her judging philosophy emphasizes on education, technical precision, ethical practice, professionalism, and the development of well-trained, competent therapists worldwide.
Through her leadership, teaching, and commitment to excellence, Brenda continues to inspire therapists worldwide while supporting the highest standards in both competitive and clinical massage.

Ana Malachowski

Ana Malachowski is a driving force in the massage therapy industry, serving as the Owner and Leader of the World Massage Festival and the American Massage Championships. With a deep passion for advancing the profession, Ana has dedicated her career to creating premier platforms for massage therapists to learn, compete, and connect on a global scale.
Under her leadership, events like the American Massage Championships and the World Massage Festival continue to elevate industry standards and celebrate the art of massage. Recognized for her vision and organizational expertise, Ana is also an active advocate for expanding the presence and standards of the International Massage Association in North America. She is honored to serve as a judge and to represent the vibrant community of massage professionals.