Vancouver Shiatsu Workshops
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INTRODUCTION TO ZEN SHIATSU
Our introductory workshop has been modified to make learning and retention easier. Optimum learning occurs in the first five hours; beyond that, we learn with greater difficulty and retain less. With this in mind, we have divided the course into two parts, as follows: Part 1: The back and neck An introduction to basic shiatsu pressure technique applied to the back and neck. Additional acupoints for helping to relieve headaches and neck pain will be taught in the sitting position. You will learn: · How to apply correct shiatsu pressure using body weight, posture and breath · The application of thumb and hand pressure to relieve back tension and minor pain · A series of stretches for self care. Use these daily to liberate tension and promote energy flow · An introduction to the principles of Zen Shiatsu · Basic contraindications and cautions Part 2: The hips and limbs This workshop follows from part one and introduces the use of shiatsu pressure for the arms, legs and hips. A great addition to the basic back session. Additional points will be taught that help relieve stress as well as lower back and hip pain and stiffness. You will learn: · Palm and thumb pressure for the arms, integrating acupoints that help relieve stress and anxiety · Palm and thumb pressure for the hips and legs, integrating acupoints for lower back and hip tension and pain. · Time will be permitted to review and consolidate the techniques from Part 1 and integrate the information from both workshops into a treatment for the back of the body.
Together, the information and techniques from the classes will enable to offer a simple treatment to family and friend to relieve stress and tension. This is a great program to share with a friend, partner or family member.
The workshops will be held at Sourcepoint on the following dates: Part 1: July 5thth and August 16th: 12:00 to 5:00 Part 2: July 12th and August 23rd: 12:00 to 5:00 Cost: $75 each. Register for both and pay $140 CHAIR SHIATSU BASICS WORKSHOPShiatsu is perfectly suited to the portable chair format, as oils are never used and treatment is usually applied through clothing. Our weekend chair shiatsu workshop provides you with basic skills in this growing form of stress relief therapy. You will learn: · A simple treatment that incorporates thumb and hand pressure techniques for relieving neck and back tension and alleviating stress · Proper posture and body dynamics · Stretches and Qi Gong exercises for self care and prevention of fatigue · Introductory shiatsu theory · Basic contraindications and precautions
Date: July 19th & 20th Time: 9 am to 5 pm Cost: $210. Register before July 1st and pay $195. Course fee includes massage chair To register: contact Ted at ted_thomas@shaw.ca or 604-876-0042
FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY PROGRAM
Functional Anatomy is a thorough introduction to human anatomy. Designed for students of bodywork therapies, it is also an excellent program for practitioners who wish to review or upgrade their knowledge. An overview of the body's systems is covered, with an emphasis on the skeletal, muscular, circulatory and nervous systems. The approach to learning is practical and hands on. Dates: Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. There are 2 courses per year, one starting in September and another in March (51 hours of instruction) Textbooks: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, by Tortora and Grabowsky. This text will also be used in the Physiology Course that follows Anatomy. The Anatomy Colouring Book is optional. Registration & Information: contact Samantha Orne at 604-323-5918 or email sorne@langara.bc.ca
PHYSIOLOGY
The Physiology program builds on Sourcepoint's Functional Anatomy program. Learning about the physical functioning of the body's various systems enables students to understand how the human organism works at a level that is essential in strengthening the therapeutic effect of the work of practitioners of shiatsu and other forms of bodywork therapy. Dates: Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. There are 2 courses per year. Please conact us for exact dates. (51 hours of instruction) Textbooks: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, by Tortora and Grabowsky. Registration & Information: contact Samantha Orne at 604-323-5918 or email sorne@langara.bc.ca
PATHOLOGY
Sourcepoint's Pathology program covers diseases that are most relevant for the practitioner of therapeutic bodywork. Understanding the causes, signs, symptoms and risk factors of disease is extremely important in developing a professional clinical practice. Dates: Tuesdays and Fridays. 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. There are 2 courses per year. Please conact us for exact dates. 30 hours of instruction) Textbook: Pathology A to Z - A Handbook for Massage Therapists, by Kalyami Premkumar, VanPub Books, Calgary, Alberta. Registration & Information: contact Samantha Orne at 604-323-5918 or email sorne@langara.bc.ca
YOGA CLASSES
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The Shiatsu Therapy Program is offered twice per year. The full time program is 22 weeks long with intakes are in September and March. The program provides in depth professional training in the healing art of shiatsu therapy, as well as opportunities for personal growth and development. Graduates of our 750 hour program are eligible to apply to the Shiatsu Therapy Association (S.T.A.) of B.C. for Registered Shiatsu Therapist (R.S.T.) status, and may also apply to become members of the American Organization of Bodywork Therapies of Asia (A.O.B.T.A.) Our program integrates eastern medical philosophy with western sciences and self care. It is this synthesis that helps make shiatsu therapy a unique and valuable component of an emerging health care model that recognizes the role of prevention and the use of non-invasive therapies. The program provides comprehensive instruction in Zen Shiatsu, a form of Japanese physical therapy that utilizes firm sensitive pressure and gentle stretches to balance the flow of life force energy, or Ki, that underlies and energizes all of our functions. Developed by Shizuto Masunaga, Zen Shiatsu is an integration of Master Masunaga’s vast clinical and teaching experience in shiatsu, eastern medical philosophy, western anatomy and physiology, and psychology. The system recognizes that body, mind and spirit are a unified whole, and that touching another person is more than a purely physical act. Our graduates become skilled practitioners of this healing art and are prepared for success as members of a growing community of complementary health care professionals.
"...you are not looking for a specific disease but improving the patient's life by working from the roots of his existence and enlightening the patient to a better way of life." Master Shizuto Masunaga |