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Institute of Thai Massage and Traditional Bodywork

International Students

Welcome to Montreal! Lotus Palm is proud to be a destination school attended by students from all over the world.

WHAT WE OFFER

Browse our Course Directory and Course Calendar to discover the classes we offer. All our courses are open to international students (certain prerequisites may apply).

Certifications: You may apply for a Lotus Palm Certification after completing 2 levels of our courses and practicing your skills. Requirements are adjusted for applicants who live outside of Montreal so that you can get certified remotely. 

Thai Massage Summer Bundle: In the summer, we offer all 6 Thai Massage levels back to back so that you can make the most out of your stay in Montreal. Don’t miss this great opportunity to complete a fulfilling training and enjoy summer in Montreal at the same time. Register to 2 or more levels and get a discount.

Bridge Program: This is an in-person assessment of your skills if you have already done some Thai Massage training elsewhere and wish to join our programs or advanced courses. Fees apply. Contact us to learn more.

How to get there

Plan your exact itinerary on STM.info (Montreal’s Public Transit System) or Google Maps

One-way fare is $3.75 (as of July 2025)

 

Metro Ride + 15-min Walk:

  • Take the Orange Line and get off at Laurier station
  • Walk West on Laurier street (10 min)
  • Turn right (North) on St-Urbain (5 min).

Metro Ride + Bus Ride:

From the South

  • Take the Green Line and get off at St-Laurent station
  • Take the #55 bus North
  • Get off at Fairmount street
  • Walk West 2 blocks, then turn right (North) on St-Urbain
  • The school will be a few steps away.

From the North

  • Take the Blue Line until De Castelnau station
  • Take the #55 bus South
  • Get off at Fairmount street
  • The school will be a few steps away.

or

  • Take the Blue Line until Parc station
  • Take the #80 or #480 bus South
  • Get off at Fairmount street
  • Walk East on Fairmount (10 min), then turn left (North) on St-Urbain
  • The school will be a few steps away.

Plan your exact itinerary on Google Maps

We are located on St-Urbain which is a one-way street South bound.

Where to park

We do not have dedicated parking spaces. Please use street parking, but pay close attention to the restrictions: “Red residential sticker parking” (signs with a number in a red box) is reserved for residents only.

We do have parking suggestions in the area that is walking distance to the centre. We will email you a list one week prior to your workshop date.

Where to stay and eat

We have a few suggestions of Accommodations in the area. Contact us to get our list!

There are lots of cafes and restaurants in the neighbourhood, including vegan-friendly eateries. You may also eat your lunch in the lounge area of the school or in our small backyard (weather permitting).

Weather in Montreal

Our climate gets all the extremes so come prepared! Layers are always a good idea.

It gets really hot and humid in the summer, and quite cold and snowy in the winter! Spring & Fall have warm days and cool nights during which we recommend a jacket or sweater. 

Check Montreal’s weather forecast on The Weather Network.