Japanese Bodywork Diploma - year 2

Japanese Bodywork Diploma: this is the second year of the full 3-year practitioner training and can also be done after the Shiatsu for Relaxation one year course
2011-12 year has now started. New course begins September 2012.

" Overall this is the most supportive learning environment I've known. I also appreciate all the work put into this course. It is thorough and stimulating. "

Why do this course?
These courses are for those who are interested in developing themselves and their skills in Shiatsu Practice, and Oriental Theory, integrating anatomy and physiology.

Syllabus

• Zen Shiatsu theory
• Locations and functions of Zen Shiatsu meridians (Masunaga extensions to the traditional meridians)
• Kyo/Jitsu theory and practice
• Zen Shiatsu Hara and Back diagnosis
• Other forms of diagnosis
• Traditional (Classical) supplementary CV and GV meridians and their associated points (Tsubos)
• Relationship between the Five Elements, in theory and practice
• Basic anatomy, physiology and pathology, in line with the core curriculum requirements of the Shiatsu Society (UK)
• Continuing the development of the practitioner's own Ki (Japanese term for energy) through self-Shiatsu exercises and other methods
• Basic listening skills
• Structuring a Shiatsu session
• Practitioner development skills
• Home Study approx 12 hours per month

The course will be a balanced mixture of theoretical and practical components, with a focus on experiential learning. Practical skills learned in class will be reinforced with written and practical homework set between weekends and regular constructive criticism is given.

Individual tutorials are offered half way through the course where you will get direct one to one feedback on your development. Assessments are held at the end of the year (practical and written).

Eligibility
Students will have completed the previous year with The Shiatsu School, Edinburgh (or a recognised equivalent course), or demonstrate that they have reached the necessary level for entry. A willingness to participate and experiment, in addition to demonstrating commitment to the course is important.

2012-13 Course
The course runs over 10 weekends, 10am–5.30pm; plus 1 Clinic Day; and a 5-day residential amounting to 167 hours.

22/23 September 2012 at The Healthy Life Centre
13/14 October
10/11 November
8/9 December
5/6 January 2013
26/27 January
16 February Clinic Day 11am – 4.30pm
23/24 February
23/24 March
20-25 April residential at Eastwood House, Dunkeld, Perthshire
25/26 May
15/16 June

Fees: £1700 (£1650) made up of a non-refundable deposit of £160 (£110 if booked by 30 June 2012), and £140 x 11 monthly installments (September 2012 - July 2013 inclusive). There is a £50 reduction for those who apply and pay the deposit before 30th June 2012. Includes all teaching, assessment and venue fees.

2011-12 Dates
The course runs over 10 weekends. Saturdays & Sundays 10am–5.30pm. Plus a 5-day residential. 162.5 hours in total.

1. 10/11 September 2011
2. 22/23 October 2011
3. 19/20 November 2011
4. 17/18 December 2011
5. 21/22 January 2012
6. 18/19 February 2012
7. 17/18 March 2012
8. 14-18 April residential 2012
9. 12/13 May 2012
10. 9/10 June 2012
11. 7/8 July 2012

2012-13 dates will be announced soon!

2011-12 Fees
Payment is by a non-refundable deposit of £160.00 payable in advance; followed by 10 monthly installments of £149.00 from September 2011 to June 2012 inclusive. Students who have completed year 1 at other Shiatsu schools in Britain or abroad, are welcome.

Extra costs: Books, 3 professional Shiatsu sessions, and, if course times are missed, tutorials (1 per teaching day). There may be a small sum (£50 in 2010), payable towards the Residential, half way through 2011.

The total cost for year 2 2011-12 is £1,650.00.