Shiatsu Massage Academy CR 1 YEAR COURSE Shiatsu embraces a holistic approach, considering the mind-body connection and focusing on the individual as a whole rather than just isolated symptoms SYLLABUS This intensive course is divided into 2 levels as shown below. The total length is 540 hours. 270 class hours + 270 home study hours during 54 weeks The school will provide the necessary material and a study text LEVEL 1 - 18 lessons - 5 hs per lesson – Total: 90 hs In this intensive course, you will learn about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Chinese Physiology (Zang – Fu ), Anatomy, how to move around the body, the Perpendicular pressure, the Tsubos, the 12 Acupuncture Meridians location and treatment, Oriental Medicine diagnosis, 5 Elements, Yin-Yang theory, Anatomy in relation with the bodywork, Physiology, and Moxibustion. You will work in couples and in groups to maximise practice and learning time. What will you get? The skills required to perform a treatment of high quality The knowledge of the body The knowledge of the 12 classical acupuncture meridians and how to treat them The foundation of Traditional Chinese Medicine and its practical application The ability to work on the floor and to use all of your body as a tool The use of Moxa Who is it for? This professional course is meant for anyone who would like to learn the skills to become a Shiatsu practitioner. You don’t need prior experience in massage, but if you have it will help. Directed to any passionate, massage therapist, or anyone looking to improve the quality of life, interact with others and want to become a healer. CONTENT Lesson 1: Stretching exercises. Walking on the knees Presentation of the twelve Classic Meridians. Kyo & Jitsu Perpendicular Pressure Basic techniques in a prone position. Lesson 2: Stretching and walking on the knees TCM: Yin and Yang Theory Cross fibers techniques. Basic techniques in supine position Lesson 3: Stretching exercises, walking on the knees Anatomy: the joints Stretch reflex Basic techniques in prone and supine positions. Treatment of Kidney and Bladder Meridians Lesson 4: Meridian stretch, yoga Physiology: Zang-Fu Basic techniques in lateral position Lung and Large Intestine Meridians Lesson 5: Stretching, Yoga The 5 Elements Theory Revision techniques in supine position Cross fibers techniques Stomach and Spleen Meridians Free treatment focusing on the flow, connection and perpendicular pressure Lesson 6: Meridian stretch Revision techniques in prone, supine, lateral positions Liver and Gallbladder Meridians Practice Lesson 7: Greetings to the Sun, yoga Anatomy, Physiology Zang-Fu, Yin-Yang: Revision,Q&A Heart and Small Intestine Meridians Lateral Sequence Lesson 8: Stretching, yoga Pericardium and Triple Heater Meridians A full supervised treatment Diagnosis of the back Lesson 9: Stretching Sequence in supine, prone, lateral with meridians treatment. Hara Diagnosis (abdomen) Treatment of 2 meridians according to the diagnosis kyo ~ jitsu. Lesson 10: Stretching Back and Hara Diagnosis. Moxibustion. Individual treatment according to the recipient’s needs. Lesson 11: Greetings to the Sun. Clients approach. Diagnosis and Treatment. Verification of perpendicular pressure Advance techniques Forum and discussion. Clarifications of doubt and practice on it Free treatment Lesson 12: Stretching Revision of techniques Free treatment according to diagnosis 12 major acupuncture points LU1 - LI4 - LI15 - HT1- HT7-ST8 - ST36 - SP3 - SP6 - LV8 - KD3 - KD27 Free treatment Lesson 13: Stretching - walking on the knees Meridian location check & Points Free treatment Lesson 14: Yoga - HoM Introduction to acupuncture points Revision of Anatomy and joints Diagnosis of the tongue Body-work Lesson 15: Yoga - HoM Revision Yin-Yang theory Hara ampuku - diagnosis Blind Shiatsu (bring you band) Lesson 16: Meridian stretch Revision Zang Fu Moxibustion Treatment Lesson 17: Meridian stretch Revision Meridian and Points Functions Q&A forum Approach to client / Bring a person to treat Diagnosis & Treatment Lesson 18: Yoga & HoM Putting all together/ Bring a person to treat Exchange person and perform another treatment Closing ceremony At this stage students can perform a good treatment and they can charge half of a normal rate in order to have people to practise on. Do not do therapy and do not get involved in situations that you don’t know how to deal with. It's better to be honest and renounce a client rather than ruin your reputation. LEVEL 2. Lessons on Sundays 36 lessons – 5hs per lesson – Total: 180hs In this intensive course you will learn in-depth about Traditional Chinese Medicine TCM; The 12 Classical Meridians; 40 + major acupuncture points – location and functions; Anatomy and Physiology in western medicine; Zang-Fu; Yin-Yang theory; 5 Elements theory; Advance body techniques; Location and treatment of the 12 Zen Meridians; Moxibustion; The different types of diagnosis, Client approach. Who is it for? This professional advanced course is for those who have completed level 1. You will need the basic skills and techniques to enter this course. It’s a professional course intended for those who want to become a Shiatsu Practitioner in TCM and Massage Bodyworker. What will you get? The knowledge and the technical skills to be a healer. Advanced body techniques to heal particular ailments. How to treat the organs. The importance of diet and how to use it. Pain reduction points and techniques. How to use acupuncture points. Counteract acute and chronic ailments. The use of Moxa The use of cupping CONTENT 12 Classic Meridian 12 Zen Meridians 40 + Acupuncture points: Ear acupuncture map Zen Shiatsu Masunaga map Chinese clock WESTERN PHYSIOLOGY Circulatory System Digestive System Excretory System Integumentary System Nervous System Urinary System Immune System Reproductive System Respiratory System 5 sense organs ANATOMY Skeletal System and bone formation Muscular System These physiology and anatomy topics above have to be learned by the students at home and they will be tested in class. The school will provide the handouts. TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) Zang – fu 5 elements theory Yin & Yang theory Diagnosis of the tongue Diagnosis of the pulse Diagnoses of the face Diagnosis of the hara & hara ampuku Diagnosis of the back Diagnosis of the feet Ear Acupuncture Points Crucial diagnosis questions: hot/cold – time of the day, before or after meals, stools quality, emotional involvement Routines massage techniques, meridian stretch, location of meridians and acupuncture points, functions of the points, advanced massage techniques for hips, neck, shoulders, knees, chest, hands, feet, elbows, head, and jaws. Use of oil – moxibustion – ear acupuncture - cupping. Yin and Yang food, acidic and alkaline, fasting, herbal teas for different purposes Philosophical concepts of Chinese medicine: Yin Yang gravity force & centrifugal force – lifestyle – the importance of movement – phases of life – Record 50+ massages done at home and 4 case histories. CONTENT FOR EACH LESSON Lesson 1: Chinese clock, KD Meridian and points, functions of the points: KD1,3,6,21, KD zen meridian, massage techniques. Lesson 2: Diagnosis of the tongue, BL Meridian and points,BL1,2,13,14,15,18,19,20,21,22,23,25,27,28,67 - function of the points, BL zen meridian, massage techniques, Lesson 3: Diagnosis of the pulse, ST Meridian and points, ST 8,34,36; function of the points, ST zen meridian, massage techniques. Lesson 4: Diagnosis of the face, SP Meridian and points, SP 6,10, 21; function of the points, SP zen meridian, massage techniques. Lesson 5: Diagnosis of Hara and Hara Ampuku, LU Meridian and points, LU1,5,7; function of the points, LU zen meridian, massage techniques. Lesson 6: Diagnosis of the back. LI Meridian and points, LI 4,10,15, 20; function of the points, LI zen meridian, massage techniques. Lesson 7: Diagnosis of the feet, HT Meridian and points, HT 1,7,9; function of the points, HT zen meridian, massage techniques. Lesson 8: Ear acupuncture and map. SI Meridian and points, SI 10,11,18; function of the points, SI zen meridian, massage techniques. Lesson 9: Moxibustion, PC Meridian and points, PC 1,6; function of the points, PC zen meridian, massage techniques, Lesson 10: Yin & Yang theory TW Meridian and points, TW 4,14,17,23; function of the points, TW zen meridian, massage techniques. Cupping Lesson 11: Zang – Fu LV Meridian and points, LV 3, 8,13,14; function of the points, LV zen meridian, massage techniques. Lesson 12: Stretch reflex GB Meridian and points, GB 1,12, 20, 21, 25, 30, 34; function of the points, GB zen meridian, massage techniques. Revision of all diagnoses, and crucial diagnosis Q&A. Lesson 13: Cross fiber techniques CV meridian and points, CV 3,17; function of the points ANATOMY: Joints, locomotory system, muscle. Free massage according to the diagnosis Lesson 14: GV meridian and points, GV 1,20,28; function of the points Advanced techniques Hips, Knees, Feet, Ankles. Forum Q&A, Revision of what done so far. A full body treatment. Lesson 15: Body movement HOM, The Food: Acidic – Alkaline. Free massage exploring the personal difficult techniques with supervision and feedback. Lesson 16: Revision of all meridian locations and points. Advanced techniques: Chest, Neck, Shoulder, Head, Jaw. Practice Lesson 17: HOM, Free session and swap. Ear acupuncture. Forum on philosophical concepts in Chinese medicine, Lesson 18: HOM, free massage including advanced techniques and swap. Back pain and sciatica, stomach, bowel, insomnia, and common ailment. Cupping Lesson 19: HOM Neck, chest and shoulder advance techniques forum and Q&A. Free advanced techniques massage and swap. Lesson 20: Yoga, Free massage on demand (the recipient will ask what s(h)e wants to be treated and the partitioner will perform, There will be an evaluation from the receiver. Moxibustion and ear acupuncture. Lesson 21: Yoga Revision on zen meridians. Anatomy & physiology test revision. Mock professional welcoming for the session: how to receive a client. Free massage according to the diagnosis. Lesson 22: HOM, Massage with oil: incorporate the Shiatsu base techniques with other styles using oil on the skin as a relaxing massage. Revision of acupuncture points, location, and functions. Lesson 23: Yoga. Full body treatment performing the techniques which are more difficult to you with supervising, exploring them, and seeking help. Forum. Performing a massage using all tools, Moxa, Acupuncture, Dietary suggestions, etc. Hand in the 50 treatments done at home and the 4 case histories. Lesson 24: Harmony of Movement, Revision of the classical meridian and how to treat them. Full body massage using the appropriate techniques for the recipient. Lesson 25: Meridian stretch Pregnancy theory - do and don’t - Pregnant Massage techniques - Practice. Lesson 26: Meridian stretch. General evaluation on practice: Flow, Perpendicular pressure, Intention, Connection, Breathing techniques. Students evaluate students. Q&A Revision of the zen meridian and how to treat them. Lesson 27: Salutation to the sun. Bring a person with you to treat Forum. Lesson 28: Salutation to the sun. Diagnosis cross reference (pulse, face, tongue, hara, back, Yin-Yang, 5 Elements) Treatment according to the diagnosis. Forum Q&A Lesson 29: Yoga. Problem solving: Students solve other students' problems. Reading the body: posture, meaning of the joints’ districts. Delivery of the case History and personal feedback. Free massage Forum. Lesson 30: Yoga Body alignment techniques Neck & Shoulders Hips and Ankles Lesson 31: Walking on the Knees and HOM techniques Review of classical meridians and points Treatment Lesson 32: Yoga Students review their needs, help and support. Treatment Lesson 33: Stretching General review: Stretching reflex, Cross fibers techniques, Body realignment, Pregnancy techniques, The use of Moxa, Hara Ampuku. Evaluation test: students treat teachers: feedback Lesson 34: This lesson will last 6 hours to allow for a student's examination test. Yoga Yin/Yang - Zang Fu and Diet. Integration and Diagnosis Evaluation test: students treat teachers: feedback Lesson 35: This lesson will last 6 hours to allow for a student's examination test. Yoga Evaluation test: students treat teachers: feedback Forum Lesson 36: Yoga Clients approach review Free treatment DELIVERY OF DIPLOMAS. Greetings and Dinner together offered by the school