Shiatsu is a Japanese form of body work. Like acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine it is based on the classical theories of Chinese medicine. Using palms, thumbs, forearms, knees and feet (or whole body) we disperse areas of tension and support/tonify areas of weakness.
This type of body work focuses on harmonising 'energy lines' called meridians, which, from a Chinese medicine perspective relate to the different organs. They are also associated with various physical, emotional, mental and spiritual functions.
Shiatsu is a powerful healing art that is used to treat various ailments or can simply be enjoyed for deep relaxation.
The European Shiatsu School runs Foundation Courses for 3 months starting in March and October 2010, as well as a 3 year Shiatsu Professional Training Course (Practitioner Diploma) at the Brighton Natural Health Centre. For further information or to secure your place visit www.shiatsu.net or call 01273 747 045.
SPECIAL OFFER: 10% discount if you book before February 2010.
During this course you will learn: How to move from your center of gravity (‘Hara’) to give effortless and enjoyable Shiatsu.
The basic techniques and routines to give a whole-body Shiatsu to friends and family.
Qi Gong exercises so you can experience the energetics of the acupuncture channels for yourself and apply this understanding for the relief of stress and minor ailments.
About the foundations of Chinese Medicine: Yin/Yang and Five Phases (Intro only).
This course is the foundation for continuing onto the Shiatsu Bodywork Certificate, (1 year), On-Site Bodywork and Shiatsu Therapy Diploma (3 years) courses. It can however be taken as a standalone course for amateur application. The dates are March 6/7 and 27/28, april 24/25. Course duration: 3 weekends (6 days).
Start date: Oct 2010 till June 2013 (3 years), 12 weekends per year every 3rd or 4th weekend in the first year and up to 15 weekends in the 2nd and 3rd year. Exact dates tbc. There may also be a 3 year course starting in May 2010, depending on numbers.
Cost for year one £1640 (concessions for unemployed, acupuncturists and primary carers).
The ESS approach to and integration of the Oriental Medicine Theory into 'hands-on' Shiatsu practice is unique and experiential and is the most solid training provided in England.
Should you want to learn acupuncture as well at a later stage you will be able to skip at least the first year of a full time acupuncture course.
Learn the basic principles of shiatsu along with a selection of techniques taken from the Foundation Course. A brief overview of the origins and philosophy of shiatsu is also given.
Full information on certificate and diploma courses will be provided during the day, as well as a brief introduction to Qi Gong and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Courses and workshops can be booked online – just click the button where shown. Drop-in classes cannot be booked online – just pay at the start of the class – no pre-booking required. Concession rates (conc.) must be booked in person at the centre with proof of concession status.