Shiatsu Certificate Program
date:
August 2024 – June 2025
location:
Katikati, Bay of Plenty
teacher:
Autumn Falk
What you will learn
You will also learn in-depth self-Shiatsu techniques for your own wellbeing, and understand the principles of Shiatsu and oriental health as applied in your own life. Additionally, if you are a bodywork practitioner or therapist, you can integrate Shiatsu therapy principles into your established modalities.
Over the course of one year, you will engage in a range of activities, including:
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- Learning the anatomy and physiology of the human body
- Studying the basic elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as it relates to Shiatsu in theory and practice, including the five elements, meridians, and yin/yang
- Discovering the 12 meridians, their location on the body, and their treatment options
- Becoming familiar with contra-indications and cautions of Shiatsu therapy
- Experiencing various self-Shiatsu exercises and techniques
- Learning techniques for mobilizing, stretching, and transitioning clients during Shiatsu treatments
- Learning and practicing self-care as a practitioner, including positioning as a giver and developing their own wellness plan
- Gaining an understanding of a more holistic and integrated way of thinking
- Developing a deeper understanding of oriental practices, discovering meditation techniques, and embarking on a journey of self-exploration
- Being guided in their own hands-on Shiatsu practice
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COURSE FEES & PAYMENT
The regular price is $4890 for the year. This price includes:
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- all tuition & instruction (except external courses: Anatomy & Physiology and First Aid Certificate), including 10 weekend modules, and tutorials
- all student support during the course: 10 coaching calls, online written feedback on work submitted, dedicated individual communication thread for student support
- all course materials & handouts
- wholesome nutritious catering during the weekend course modules (morning tea, lunch & afternoon teas)
- lifetime access to the online platform including all course handouts and reading materials, feedback, and submitted work
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Payment plans are available for students who wish to pay monthly or weekly. A deposit is payable at the time of enrolment with the weekly and monthly payments starting before course commencement. Please see payment plan details by choosing a plan below.
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Pay deposit now
$890
or pay in full
$4890
Pre-requisites
Students must complete at least one Weekend Shiatsu Retreat with Shiatsu Bodywork Academy prior to registering for the Shiatsu Certificate Training.
Certification
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- Attend all 10 weekend courses/modules
- Gain 30+ hours of practical experience with Shiatsu sessions
- Complete 100+ hours of basic anatomy and physiology (through external distance learning or a local provider)
- Obtain a NZ registered level 2 First Aid Certificate
- Complete 150-200 hours of self-directed learning, reading, and assignments, including self-reflective practice
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Study Pathway
After completion of the Certificate Program, students can choose to continue their Diploma Training, to learn more advanced Shiatsu techniques, oriental diagnosis, therapeutic applications for Shiatsu, as well as the deeper knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine underlying Shiatsu. The Diploma also equips students to find their own Shiatsu style and their own pathway into a healing career using Shiatsu Therapy.
Course Module Dates
Modules dates
- Module 1: Thursday 29th August – Sunday 1st September 2024 (Thurs-Sun = 4 full days)
- Module 2: Friday 27th – Sunday 29th September 2024
- Module 3: Friday 18th – Sunday 20th October 2024
- Module 4: Friday 15th – Sunday 17th November 2024
- Module 5: Friday 6th – Sunday 8th December 2024
- Module 6: Friday 7th – Sunday 9th February 2025
- Module 7: Friday 7th – Sunday 9th March 2025
- Module 8: Friday 4th – Sunday 6th April 2025
- Module 9: Friday 2nd – Sunday 4th May 2025
- Module 10: Friday 30th May – Sunday 1st June 2025
Times:
- Module 1: Thursday-Sunday, 9am til 6pm
- Modules 2-10: Fridays 4pm til 8pm, Saturdays and Sundays 9am til 6pm
Tutorials are on Monday nights after each Module (1-7 and 9 only) at 4pm til 7pm (optional, but highly recommended)
Catering needs
There will be 2 short breaks for morning and afternoon tea and one hour for lunch.
During the evening class on Fridays, we offer a light supper and a short break sometime between 6 and 7pm.
During the Monday afternoon tutorials, afternoon tea will be provided.
All food provided will be free of animal products and gluten-free options are available. Please let us know if you are celiac or have other dietary requirements or allergies.
Payment options
Payment plans are available for students who wish to pay monthly or weekly.
Monthly Payment Plan:
Pay a deposit of $890, then
- $400 monthly (x10 installments), or
- $100 weekly (x40 installments)
with payment installments starting in August 2024.
Total Payable:Â $4890
We accept payments via
- paypal
- credit card
- direct bank transfer
Cancellation Policy
With 14 days notice, we will assist you to:
- transfer your booking to the same course held at a later date, or
- credit your payment toward another course of your choice, or
- transfer your booking to another person
Refunds and other options by personal arrangement.
Courses canceled by Shiatsu Bodywork Academy are eligible for refunds.
See our full return and refund policy
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