Wai Khru ceremony

The Wai Khru ceremony is a traditional Thai ritual where students pay respect and gratitude to their teachers, symbolized by a formal bow and placing offerings or flowers. Held before the start of a new school year or training period, it honors the teacher’s dedication and knowledge, reinforcing the student-teacher relationship. The ceremony typically involves prayer, respect gestures, and sometimes music or dance, reflecting cultural values of reverence, humility, and gratitude. It serves as a moment of acknowledgment for those guiding and shaping learners' skills and character.