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SUMMARY:Stretch and Balance – Gentle Exercises for Better Mobility and Balance
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays: 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 July and 1\, 8 August 2026\nTime: 10:00am – 11:30am\nBrief Course Description:\nThis six-week course is designed to promote balance for seniors through easy stretching and strengthening exercises. The program will help improve flexibility\, muscle strength\, mobility\, and posture while preventing injuries related to improper muscle use. \nMore Information:\nBalance is a crucial aspect of your fitness that combines flexibility\, strength\, core stability\, and agility. But your balance can diminish with age\, affecting mobility and increasing your risk of falls. Stretching not only improves balance but also reduces the risk of injury caused by improper use of muscles. It promotes muscle relaxation that rejuvenates the body and energizes the mind. \nThis unique course for seniors teaches specific exercises to improve static balance\, for standing or sitting still\, and dynamic balance\, for moving about. The exercises are simple\, safe\, and effective for improving overall well-being. Participants can learn and practice the exercises sitting or standing\, whichever is more appropriate to their individual needs. \nAnyone who wishes to improve their mobility and balance is encouraged to join this group class of 10-20 participants. \nInstructor:\nThe course will be taught by a Khun Thanase Chatchawanchaisup\, a licensed physical therapist who specializes in fitness and balance for seniors. Khun Tanase first offered Stretch and Balance at the Lifelong Learning Center in 2024\, to excellent reviews. \nThanase Chatchawanchaisup\, Physiotherapist\nEducation: Department of Physical Therapy\nFaculty of Associated Medical Sciences\nChiang Mai University\, Thailand (2006-2009) \n\nLicensed Physical Therapist (2009-2024)\nPhysiotherapist at Sansai Hospital\, Community base Rehab (2009-2023)\nPhysiotherapist at Sansai Hospital\, Neurological Department (2023-2024)\nCommittee of Chiang Mai Physical Therapists Club (2010-2024)\nCommittee of Caring for Osteoarthritis Knee and Falling Risk in Elderly\, ChiangMai Physical Therapists Club (2015-2023)\nCommittee of Caring for the Elderly Chiang Mai Province\, Chiang Mai Provincial Public Health Office (2015-2023)\n\nCOST : 1\,700 THB for 6 sessions (includes honorarium for instructor)
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/stretch-and-balance-gentle-exercises-for-better-mobility-and-balance/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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SUMMARY:Lampang’s Commercial Heritage in the Early 20th Century: An Illustrated Talk
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n10:30 – noon \nDescription:\nIn this illustrated talk\, we’ll be finding out about Lampang (Chiang Mai’s sister city in the North) in the early 20th century\, its commercial life and its foreign communities. \nWhat special factors made Lampang such an important commercial center in the period? What did foreign visitors and residents report from Lampang? During the talk\, we’ll also have the chance to see some rare and unpublished photographs from the period. \nThe talk is intended as a prelude to the weekend excursion to Lampang\, July 18-19\, but it can be enjoyed independently and is open to all! \nPresenter:\nGraham Jefcoate is the editor of Enchanted Land: Foreign Writings about Chiang Mai in the Early 20th Century and In Bangkok: Siam’s Capital Through Foreign Eyes\, 1895-1935. He has given many presentations at Lifelong Learning Payap focusing on the foreign community in Thailand during the early 20th century and led many excursions including the 2024 rail excursion to Lampang. \nCost: 350 THB but included in the cost of the overnight excursion
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/lampangs-commercial-heritage-in-the-early-20th-century-an-illustrated-talk/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260718T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260719T160000
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SUMMARY:Overnight Excursion to Explore Lampang’s Commercial Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n7:00 am Saturday morning – 4:00 pm Sunday evening \nDescription:\nIn August\, 2025 a rail excursion to Lampang brought us to some of the highlights of the region’s railway heritage\, including the Chompoo Bridge and Khun Tan station. This year\, we’ll be returning to Lampang for a weekend in which we’ll learn more about the city’s architectural heritage and especially about its history as a commercial center during the early 20 th century. \nItinerary:\nSaturday\, July 18\n\n07:30 Depart Chiang Mai by train\n09:30 Arrive at Lampang train station\, board vans\, then visit Baan Pong Nak\, residence of King Rama VII and his wife when they visited the North in 1927\nLunch at Baan Phraya Suren\, located in a historic house\nAfternoon – Explore Dhanabadee Ceramic Museum\nCheck in at The Coconut Hotel\n17:00 – leave hotel for our guided walking tour of the old commercial district along Kad Kongta Walking Street. Enjoy dinner on your own at your own leisure after the tour.\n21:00 return to the hotel\n\nSunday\, July 19\n\nBreakfast at the hotel\nVisit Louis Leonowens House and other historic teak houses in the area north of the river\nLunch at Krua Mookda (famous for grilled chicken and papaya salad)\nAfternoon – Visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang\, then return to Chiang Mai\n16:00 arrive Chiang Mai\n\nCost includes transportation by train and van\, hotel\, tour and faculty guides\, 1 breakfast\, 2 lunches\, insurance\, admission fees\, pre-excursion talk on July 1. Does not include dinner Saturday night (We will be on the walking street with multiple food vendors to choose from.) or beverages at lunch other than water. \nPresenter: Graham Jefcoate\nGraham Jefcoate is the editor of Enchanted Land: Foreign Writings about Chiang Mai in the Early 20 th Century and In Bangkok: Siam’s Capital Through Foreign Eyes\, 1895-1935. He has given many presentations at Lifelong Learning Payap and led many excursions including the 2024 rail excursion to Lampang. \nCost:Limit 15 persons. Payment due by June 30.\n\n5\,600 THB with shared twin or double room\n6\,000 THB with single room
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/overnight-excursion-to-explore-lampangs-commercial-heritage/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260811T080000
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SUMMARY:Eco printing
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nItinerary:\n8:00 am – Meet at the Lifelong Learning Payap Center and depart together for Bua Bhat Factory.\n9:00 am – Arrive at Bua Bhat Factory for a hands-on Eco-Printing workshop led by Ouke.\n1:00 pm – Depart for Bua Restaurant and enjoy lunch together.\n3:00 pm – Arrive at Lifelong Learning Payap Center. \nDiscover the beauty of nature through Eco-Printing\, a unique textile art technique that transfers the natural colors and shapes of leaves and flowers directly onto fabric. In this hands-on workshop you will learn how to create beautiful botanical prints using real plants\, natural fibers and traditional steaming techniques. Each piece is completely one of a kind\, inspired by the colors and textures of nature. Perfect for beginners\, artists\, nature lovers and anyone interested in sustainable textile art. \n\nThe workshop\, led by Ouke at Bua Bhat Factory includes\nIntroduction to eco-printing techniques\nPlant and leaf selection\nFabric preparation\nBundle rolling and steaming process\nTwo eco-printed pieces created by you!\n\nIn addition\, you will also enjoy perusing products and artwork created using Eco-\nPrinting. Bua Bhat Factory was founded in 1987 and has received many awards. It\nwas created with the intention to produce unique design products other than those already on the market. After the workshop\, we will travel to the beautiful Bua Restaurant and enjoy lunch together before returning to the Lifelong Learning Payap Center. \nCost: 1\,500 Baht Including Transportation and Lunch
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/eco-printing/
LOCATION:Bua Bhat Factory\, 134 Tambon Buak Kang\, San Kamphaeng District\,\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50130\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260907T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260907T233000
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SUMMARY:Amulets\, Tattoos and Other Sacred Objects in Thai Buddhism
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n10:00 – 11:30 am \nDescription:\nThrough an anthropological perspective\, this lecture explores the historical background\, meaning\, functions and uses of amulets\, tattoos and other sacred objects in Thai Buddhism. The transformation of sacred objects and tattoos will also be highlighted to understand the changing roles of those sacred objects. In addition\, through the lens of amulets and sacred objects\, this lecture will discuss how Buddhism and Animism (also Hinduism) have been syncretized in the Thai Buddhist context.\nThis lecture discusses religious objects that are popular and have been a part of Thai Buddhism for many centuries. However\, there is a question of whether these objects can be regarded as being Buddhist. The ambiguous status of amulets\, tattoos and other sacred objects in Thai Buddhism intrigues scholars as well as practitioners to further explore their historical background\, meaning\, and functions. \nPresenter:Amnuaypond Kidpromma\nAmnuaypond Kidpromma\, PhD\, (Ajarn Nong) is an assistant professor in Religious Studies at Chiang Mai University. Her research focus is on vernacular Hinduism and popular Buddhism in South and Southeast Asia. She has spent extensive time completing field work on Vaishnava Sadhu in West Bengal\, India\, learning and living with locals. In addition\, her research includes studying the lives of marginalized Buddhists in Thailand. She currently is conducting research on the relationship between women and sacred-religious items such as amulets as well as Burmese male sex workers and Buddhist Ethics. \nCost: 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/amulets-tattoos-and-other-sacred-objects-in-thai-buddhism-2/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Displacement\, Buddhism and Sex Workers
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n10:00 – 11:30 am \nDescription:\nBased on ethnographic research of displacement and Myanmar sex workers\, this talk provides insight into the lives\, spiritual aspirations and “hope” of Myanmar migrants who engage in sex work as a means of improving their and their family’s livelihoods. \nParticipants will gain a deeper understanding of:\nThe nature of Myanmar Migration in Northern Thailand\nThe nature of Myanmar sex work\nReligious aspiration and hope of Myanmar sex workers. \nThis talk touches upon an existing phenomenon that has rarely been addressed or discussed. \nPresenter:Amnuaypond Kidpromma \nAmnuapond Kidpromma\, PHD (Ajarn Nong) is an assistant professor in Religious Studies at Chiang Mai University. Her research focus is on vernacular Hinduism and popular Buddhism in South and Southeast Asia. She has spent extensive time completing field work on Vaishnava Sadhu in West Bengal\, India\, learning and living with locals. In addition\, her research includes studying the lives of marginalized Buddhists in Thailand. She is currently conducting research on the relationship between women and sacred religious items such as amulets as well as Burmese male sex workers and Buddhist Ethics. \nCost: 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/displacement-buddhism-and-sex-workers/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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