Courses on the Shiatsu Training Programme

The Shiatsu Practitioner Training Course consists of a series of modules of part time study leading to a full Shiatsu Therapy Diploma. This is recognised by The Shiatsu Society of Ireland, The Shiatsu Society UK and the European Shiatsu Federation. The complete training program is usually taught as a course 3 years in length involving 4 stages of study.

We are now offering the Shiatsu Bodywork Certificate on successful completion of Stages 1 and 2. This takes approximately 1 year. This is an intermediate certificate giving the student the opportunity to earn an income by practising shiatsu professionally whilst also gaining valuable experience for further studies.

The stages of study are as follows:

Stage 1 - Foundation level - 2 / 3 weekends

Stage 2 - Shiatsu Bodywork Certificate - 8 /9 weekends

Stage 3 - Diploma level - 10 / 11 weekends

Stage 4 - Diploma level - 10 /11 weekends, exams, case studies, practical assessments.

NB: Some of the courses may be a combination of residential and weekend modules.

See the Timetable page for upcoming workshops in both Cork and Galway.

This is a basic introduction to Shiatsu. You will learn a brief background to Shiatsu. Experience meridian stretches and gentle Qi Gong exercises. Learn how to apply correct use of bodyweight to your partner.

Discover acupressure points used for first aid. Gain the skills and techniques to offer a simple back shiatsu to family and friends. Usually considered a very enjoyable and relaxing day. 

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This is a 2 weekend comprehensive beginners course that offers a full body routine to students with no previous experience. It can also offer massage therapists new techniques to enrich their existing practise.

The course will cover the essential aspects of Shiatsu such as:

• Origins & philosophy of shiatsu
• Principles and techniques of Shiatsu technique, including Prone, Supine, Sidelying, Sitting
• Introduction to the Classical Meridian system
• Introduction to Yin Yang
• Acupressure for First Aid
• Do-In Japanese exercise
• Qi Gong
  
  

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Anatomy - Bones, muscles, joints, connective tissue

• 12 Classical Channels - Location/Stretches/Application Techniques
• Tsubos - Acupressure points, location and uses
• 5 Element theory - Creation & Control Cycles & Clinical Application
• Qi - Awareness and projection
• Kyo / Jitsu - diagnostic techniques
• Hara / Back diagnosis
• Qi Gong
• Anatomy exam

  STAGE 2 B - Shiatsu Bodywork Certificate

• TCM - Traditional Chinese Medicine - Zang / Fu
• Physiology - Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Digestive, Endocrine, Lymphatic, Nervous, Urinary, Sensory, Reproductive, Integumentary
• Practice and ethics
• Client/practitioner dynamics
• Safety and contra-indications
  
  The student will be awarded the Shiatsu Bodywork Certificate on successful completion of the following :
• Stage 2 theory exam
• Physiology exam
• 36 recorded treatments
• 80% attendance
• Practical Assessment
  
  

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TCM Pathological patterns 6 Divisions Tsubos (acupressure points) and their actions Hara diagnosis Back diagnosis Tongue diagnosis Case History taking Practise and Ethics Practical feedback- throughout the year Refinement of technique

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Reviews of channels and tsubos Case History taking Clinic Days Qi awareness and projection refinement Western Pathology Refinement of practical technique  Practical feedback 2 x Practical assessments with registered teachers 100 Treatment records  2 x Case Studies Final Exams

Shiatsu Therapy Diploma awarded on full completion of Stage 4.

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