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Year 2

Syllabus

The course will include:

  • 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 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.

Dates

The course runs over 10 weekends. Saturdays & Sundays 10am–5.30pm. Plus a 5-day residential.

September 11th–12th 2010
October 16th–17th 2010
November 6th–7th 2010
November 27th–28th 2010
December 18th–19th 2010
January 8th–9th 2011
February 5th–6th 2011
March 5th–6th 2011
April 16th–20th 2011   Residential
May 14th–15th 2011
June 11th–12th 2011

Venue

The Shiatsu Centre, 35–37 Bread Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AL

Fees

Payment is by a non-refundable deposit of £200.00 (£150 if paid by 30 June 2010) payable in advance; followed by 10 monthly installments of £146.00 from September 2010 to June 2011 inclusive. Both new and mature students are welcome.

The total cost for year 2 is £1,660 (or £1,610.00 if paid by June 30th 2010).

Fees include all teaching, assessment and venue fees plus Shiatsu Society membership for one year.

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.

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