FaOM Methodology Training

Dec 16-21 / Jan 20-25 / Feb 17-22 / Mar 17-22

a unique integrated curved table methodology

Enhance your skills by learning the unique yet simple FaOM Methodology that has healed countless people over the last two decades.

What is vertebrotherapy?

Vertebrotherapy is an effective and efficient methodology that is a synthesis of many techniques performed on a specialized curved table to relieve pain and speed up recovery. It involves working along the spine using hand pressure on the back of the body and spine and very gentle mobilization and manipulation of the spine and body without much physical effort. This improves energy flow while releasing pain or blockages in different parts of the body and thus improves one’s physical and emotional wellbeing with minimal intervention. 

Why?

You care about healing people and are looking for a quick and efficient way to restore the pain body.

The benefits of this method includes relief from: vertebral mis-alignment; lumbago, stiff neck/shoulder, muscle tension/spasm, migrane, joint pain/locked joints, menstrual tension, low energy and poor sleep; digestive disorders, anxiety,

How is this technique unique?

You will learn using the uniquely designed curved table crafted by Fabrice himself. This table’s specific curvature creates space in the body and helps restore the body’s natural alignment. FaOM methodology is performed on this table using specific pressure to release tension and restore alignment.

When?

We offer our 6-day training program once a month from December 2024 to March 2025.
The training starts at 2:30pm and will end between 5pm and 6pm daily, depending on the group size..

For Whom?

The training is designed for:

  • therapists in conventional or alternate medicine looking to incorporate this into their practice

  • care takers of a family, both adults and children

  • those looking in become a body therapist in the future

  • individuals from any field interesting in working with the body to unlock its healing potential

Among our community of trained practitioners, we have individuals from various fields including bodywork, energy healing, massage, business, psychotherapy, dance, yoga and theatre

Approach

Over the 6 days of training, you will learn the full FaOM Methodology using the curved table. Certification will be awarded at the end upon successful completion of the training. The process will be step-by-step and progressive where you will learn one part of the body each day and on the last day, you will perform the entire methodology for one volunteer client.

Each part of the technique will be learnt using this 3-step approach:

1. Observe

In this approach, students carefully watch the teacher perform the methodology. They pay attention to hand placement, movements, pressure, and rhythm while gaining insight into the sequence of the treatment.

Benefit: Observation builds a foundational understanding of the technique, helping students visualize proper execution before attempting it themselves.

2. Receive

Here, students experience the methodology firsthand as a fellow student practitioner performs it on them. This allows them to feel the effects of the techniques and understand the ideal pressure and flow.

Benefit: Receiving the treatment enhances sensory awareness, allowing students to internalize what effective application feels like and empathize with future clients.

3. Practice

The final step involves students practicing the techniques themselves, applying what they’ve observed and experienced on a partner under the instructor's guidance.

Benefit: Hands-on practice builds muscle memory, refines technique, and boosts confidence in delivering the methodology effectively.

Course Content

  • Recognizing tension, knots, or other abnormalities in tissues

  • Facilitating spinal decompression and gently mobilising spinal joints

  • Myofascial release techniques

  • Major pressure points in the body

  • Basic spinal anatomy

  • Proper posture and techniques to prevent practitioner injury

  • Grounding, ergonomics, and energy conservation during treatments

  • Understanding boundaries of bodywork

  • Creating safety through mindful touch and open communication

Class Size

Class sizes will be kept intimate, between 3 and 12 students, with 3 students per table, in order to ensure all students:

  • receive individual attention

  • feel safe and comfortable

  • have plenty of practice time

What’s included

Live Training by Fabrice and Jegan

You will receive the expert knowledge and attention of our two therapists, Fabrice Montagne and Jegan Sangardass. Throughout the training, they will be available with their vast knowledge and experience to help you to master the various aspects of FaOM Methodology.

Certificate

On the final day of the training, you will provide a session to a volunteer client under the supervision of the teacher.

Upon successful completion, a certification will be awarded to you.

Curved Table

This dismantlable table will be yours to keep, allowing you to continue to hone your craft once the training is complete. It can be dismantled and taken as checked-in baggage on international flights. 

Table measurements, (includes packing): L:65cm, H;70cm, W;12cm ,Table weight: 24.5 kg

Foam mattress measurements,(includes packing): L:61cm, H:65cm,W:15cm; mattress weight: 4.5 kg

Total weight; 29 kg (includes packing)

Recording

You will receive a video recording of your final practice which you can use as reference as you continue your practice.

Continuous Learning

This training works as a stand alone course preparing you to start providing sessions immediately. At the same time, whether you choose to offer this professionally or informally, we believe in continous learning and, therefore provide you with multiple ways to deepen in your practice:

practice

Regular practice with our community of trained practitioners who can provide feedback

training

Participate in follow-on training provided at no additional cost to dedicated practitioners

volunteer

Join us in bringing this effective methodology to other populations in the community

assistance

Bring in specific case studies that you have found challenging and receive feedback/guidance

Your Trainers

Fabrice Montagne is a qualified Naturopath and Body Therapist from France. He began training in his teens at his father’s Alternative School in France. He went on to study Naturopathy and continued with Diplomas in Vertebral Therapy, Acupressure and Postural Gymnastics. Since 1986, he specializes in the Neuro-muscular system and postural gymnastics. 

For the past 20 years, he has been living in Auroville where people learn to live as one with nature and an ecological lifestyle. He has been treating adults and children with physical deformities around the village and is visited by prominent figures from all over India and the world.

Jegan Shankardas, a native of Bommayarapalayam village near Auroville, is a therapist in-charge of the center for coaching (treatment and specific exercises) at FaOM. After working in various fields in Auroville since 2010, he was drawn to the FaOM technique after attending a workshop and has dedicated himself to it since. Now with five years of experience, he treats patients and also provides 1-week training in physiotherapy for people with chronic issues.

Location

The training will take place at A Sunlit Path, in southern India near Pondicherry.

We are situated on private property within Auroville, 2-min walk to Solar Kitchen and a 12-min walk to Matrimandir. The closest international airport is Chennai (MAA) which is a 3-hr drive, accessible by bus or car.

A Sunlit Path is located on the ground floor. On the first floor are 7 rooms and on the ground floor 2 rooms, available for your stay, should you choose to stay with us.

Amenities: high-speed, wifi, attached bath, shared kitchen, shared terrace overlooking the land, washing machine, storage space, cleaning service, power backup, meals on request.

Our building is made of rammed earth, keeping us cool even in the summer. We overlooks a spacious plot of land in front and tamarind, banana, mango and other trees all around the property.

Accommodation (optional to book stay with us)

The recommended way to enjoy all the benefits of this retreat would be to stay with us in the same premises as A Sunlit Path. All rooms are well lit and have attached bathrooms. with access to shared kitchen and shared terrace overlooking the open field and trees all around.

Note: Stay at A Sunlit Path is optional and not included in the training costs.

Single Occupancy Room

  • Only one person in a room

Double Occupancy Room

  • Two persons share a room

Triple Occupancy Room

  • Three persons share a room

Please note that each room is unique and may not be exactly as shown in the above images.

If you are visiting India for the first time, please keep an open mind and remain flexible as it may be different from your expectations or previous travel experience. We invite you trust the process and surrender to the unknown.

For more information and registration

email info@asunlitpath.org

or Whatsapp +91-8870988843