Founder of "Le Lotus Blanc®", Instructor and Registered Thai Therapist, Xavier began studying martial arts at the age of 8. After spending 10 years practicing Karate-Do and developing an interest in yoga, he encountered many individuals involved in the esoteric world and spiritual practices as a teenager. This exposure deepened his interest in energetic practices.
In 1998, Xavier's curiosity led him to Chinese internal arts such as Qi Gong and Tai Ji Quan, which he has been teaching for 9 years. By the early 2000s, he discovered traditional massage techniques, cultivating a passion for Korean Relaxation and Traditional Thai Massage. His first trip to Thailand in August 2006 was pivotal, as meeting “Coocky” Tassanee Boonsom marked the beginning of his specialization in Traditional Thai Massage and Abdominal Detox Massage, also known as Chi Nei Tsang. There, he attended several internationally renowned schools, including the Old Medicine Hospital, Sunshine Massage School, and LoiKroh Traditional Thai Massage & Yoga.
From 2008 to 2014, Xavier primarily resided in Chiang Mai, where he co-directed the LoiKroh Traditional Thai Massage & Yoga school with Coocky, teaching numerous students from around the world. During this period, he completed several courses in Osteothai with David Lutt and studied Kundalini Yoga with Siri Shabad Singh.
Over the past ten years, Xavier has assisted Coocky in teaching Karsai Massage (also known as Karsai Nei Tsang) and has refined his expertise in Traditional Thai Massage and Osteothai under the guidance of Arno L’Hermitte.
Renowned for his teaching skills, powerful and healing touch, presence, and kindness, Xavier continues to inspire and heal through his work. He is the official representative for France of LoiKroh Traditional Thai Massage & Yoga, a massage school based in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Owner and founder of LoiKroh Traditional Thai Massage & Yoga School in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Coocky is one of the most experienced specialists in Traditional Thai Massage, Abdominal Detox Massage (also known as Chi Nei Tsang), and Karsai Massage (also known as Karsai Nei Tsang).
Tassanee Boonsom has trained with and learned from many different teachers. She began her journey by studying nerve touch, or "jap sen", with her first teacher, Mama Lek Chaiya, on Thapae Road in Chiang Mai. Seeking further knowledge, she completed several additional courses with Pichest Boonthumme, Ithidet Manarat "Poo", at the Old Medicine Hospital, the Health Care Department of Thailand, and Wat Po, to name a few.
At Tao Garden, Tassanee studied Chi Nei Tsang with Master Mantak Chia and Jutta Kellenberger, Chi Kong and Tai Chi with Master Li Hechun, and Karsai Nei Tsang with Khun Nom and Khun Ni. Additionally, Coocky pursued self-development with Khun Jasmine at Pothiyalai, Ashtanga Yoga with William at Yogasala, and practiced meditation at Wat Rampoeng in Chiang Mai. She has been practicing Reusi Datton (traditional Thai yoga) for many years and recently began studying Kundalini Yoga with Siri Shabd Singh.
Since 2003, Coocky has travelled overseas, including to Japan, Switzerland, and Italy, to promote and teach Traditional Thai Massage and Abdominal Detox Massage. In 2014 and 2015, she regularly travelled to France to support Xavier Hlavacek's massage school in Poitiers. Since 2016, she has been living in France permanently while continuing to run her massage school in Chiang Mai from a distance.
Both a practitioner and trainer in Oil Thai Massage, Anne-Sofie started her journey in energetic arts through Aikido in 1997. Continuing her practice in Aikido to this day, she also has 20 years of dance experience. While living in Ireland, she discovered Iyengar Yoga under the guidance of Orla Punch, which further enriched her understanding of the body.
Anne-Sofie’s diverse experiences in Aikido, dance, and yoga led her to develop a profound interest in the body's workings. She explores and comprehends the body through massage and energetic healing techniques. Realizing the holistic benefits of these practices, Anne-Sofie decided to pursue them as her career path.
After spending 15 years in Ireland, Anne-Sofie returned to France in 2011. It was there that she met Xavier Hlavacek. Under his mentorship, she dedicated significant time to deeply understanding and mastering her practice. Since 2019, Anne-Sofie has also become a trained and certified Shiatsu practitioner, having learned from Antoine Cloutour in Poitiers.
Today, Anne-Sofie specializes in Oil Thai Massage, Chair Massage, and Shiatsu, providing services to both individuals and companies. Her extensive training and passion for holistic healing continue to guide her in helping others relax and rejuvenate.