Further Studies and CPD
Landscape of the Body -
Exploration through movement, shiatsu, breath and points
A new series of 6 days
These days generally run from 10.30 - 5.30
The series will have a common development theme based on the body’s landscape, where the meridians are the map, the anatomy is the geography and our own energetic connection works to nurture nature.
Please note these workshop days can be taken individually or as a series.
£55 for one day (£35 deposit to reserve a place)
£150 for three days,
and
£240 for 6 days
(Discounts for multiple bookings are available, see below)
Day 1 - Back and Spine - The Appenine Way
Day 2 - Hara, front and neck - The Deep Valley of YIn
Day 3 - Limbs, joints and pathways - Pathways into the World
Day 4 - Extremities and transformation points -
Day 5 - Integration and the Power of the San Jiao/Triple Heater
Day 6 - Refinement - Poetry of Points (a follow-up to a popular session in 2011)
‘Thank you for giving me the opportunity to share this with you. Once again I learned so much. We are blessed with these cpd days’ - A.K.
‘... thank you for a most enjoyable day on Sunday exploring Movement and Shiatsu. You both have a very natural, warm and inclusive style of teaching which really brings the subject matter to life.’ A.B.
As we only work with small groups and because of the limited number of spaces we have to ask for a non-refundable deposit, if anybody would like to reserve a place.
Jim, who apart from working with shiatsu for over 15 years, is also an acupuncturist. Through personal interest, he made a special study of the pinyin names of the points and their meanings, as part of his degree and explored the more poetic aspects of the significances. There will then be an opportunity to explore an work with the points in a shiatsu treatment looking a various qualities of touch for the 5 Element approach developed at the school and there will be time for shared reflection at the end.
We have found the CPD days to be unique as they evolve around those who are present even when their is a specific topic. They can never be repeated as such, however there is ample opportunity for follow up exploration of areas, if people are interested and themes can be explored at greater depth. The recent CPD day of movement was very much a case in point with fresh faces all keen to participate in finding out more about their own bodies as well as connecting through shiatsu to others. Next time will naturally be different exactly as every shiatsu treatment is unique and different in the moment of its happening.
All these one day ‘Creative Shiatsu’ events will combine shiatsu with other aspects of life and we invite those with a special interest in a particular aspect of shiatsu to give a presentation to establish the theme of the day. The structure will generally be to have the morning covering the particular area and the afternoon for development and sharing of shiatsu and how the morning skills might be incorporated either within the treatment or through recommendations to clients with a reflective group feedback session at the end.
As space is quite limited priority will be given to those who book multiple sessions. Certificates of attendance are given for those who are developing a CPD portfolio in line with SSUK and CNHC requirements.
Please contact the school to book a place and if you require any further information call Dave on 07773 384905. All cheques to be made out to David Home, and sent to 45 Highvew Road, Ealing London W13 0HA
Future themes can be suggested by participants, as we explore together the power of qualities inherent in Ki. These days are open to all those who have some experience of shiatsu. However complete beginners are also welcome to participate and receive shiatsu and will get support in the introduction to the basics of connection through touch.
Past CPD days have included:
February - Saturday 19th 10.30 -5.30
Intuition, Sensitivity and is there a place for ‘Off-the-Body’ work in Shiatsu? - seeing and feeling how both internal and external listening can heighten sensitivity and alter the shiatsu experience
March
The Landscape of the Hara - creating a deeper connection through quality of touch and breath work, from ampuku to off the body and evaluating the usefulness of diagnostics.
May
The Poetry of Points - bringing back the poetry to shiatsu and enjoying the significance of point names and how they can help clarify their actions
June
Use of Visualisation in Shiatsu - exploring how the power of a picture and a story can enhance the shiatsu process and empower the client in the process
July
Use of Breath in Shiatsu - how breathing can strengthen the practitioner and create a more integrated and complete shiatsu
‘A client who I have been treating for repetitive muscular and joint injury and who responded to Shiatsu very little, sent me a text message on Saturday saying that he does not know what I did differently during the last Shiatsu session but his pain is gone. The only thing I did differently was using the techniques you showed me during the two tutorials I had with you’ - M.K. - Nottingham
‘... the different qualities to touch are a powerful tool which is exciting to explore and use as it gives Shiatsu more depths and meaning. Since I have started to incorporate those into my Shiatsu practise I have been getting so many positive feedbacks that it is definitely worth learning those techniques. I believe my Shiatsu will never be the same’ - M.K. - Nottingham
More short courses and open days are being planned so if you would like further information or feel that your level is the beginning of the 3rd year please contact the school 020 8991 2489. The school has a unique approach to the energetic area of shiatsu and healing and believe that shiatsu is very much an integrated part of life and that we all have experiences and qualities that we can bring to the sessions to both challenge and enhance the treatments.
Some of the suggested areas for future workshops are:
Power of imagination (practitioner and client)
Painting
Unravelling the Mysteries of the Triple Heater
Integration
Shiatsu and movement - bodywork preparation for shiatsu and remedial movements for client recommendations
Shiatsu and painting - using colour and the power of the imagination
Shiatsu and sound - both recorded and soundscapes made using Tibetan bowls, Tingshaws, bells etc
Shiatsu and meditation - finding the connection through silence and stillness
Unravelling the mysteries of the Triple Heater
Shiatsu and the 5 Elements / Essences
Shiatsu and Moxabustion
Themes explored in the past:
5 Qualities of Touch
8 Extraordinary Vessels
Back problems
Dispersal Techniques and enjoying the physicality of shiatsu