COURSES
Short course: Zen shiatsu foundations
Want to learn meridian acupressure massage for working on yourself and others?
This zen shiatsu foundations course will teach you a holistic bodywork and self care practice including yoga, chi gong, breath work and meridian (energy channels found in the fascia throughout the body that links parts, organs, emotions) therapy to move blockages and nourish deficient regions of the body. Creating more ease and harmony. It is also highly relaxing!
The Zen shiatsu foundations course is delivered live and in person in Canberra. It is the foundation for learning shiatsu. This course is presented as 4.5hrs/week for 10 weeks. It is in alignment with the Australian Shiatsu College (ASC) course structure and you can continue on to the Diploma of Shiatsu at ASC with recognition of this course (RPL).
This short course is open to anyone, no prior experience with bodywork/massage required while also suits massage therapist, acupuncturist or similar looking to deepen their knowledge of touch, meridians and somatic treatment for the body.
Next course commencing March 2027
Cost $1350
For more information please contact Emma
Enroll here
Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this course you will have developed the skills to:
1. Work with a meditative awareness of and responsiveness to Qi
2. Demonstrate ability to appropriately apply: perpendicular thumbs, fingers, palms, elbows and knee pressure; stretching and zen shiatsu sequences
3. Understand and apply skills in hara (belly) diagnosis
4. Develop Zen shiatsu treatment plans according to hara diagnosis, meridian channels and presenting needs of receiver
5. Deliver integrated Zen shiatsu treatments to a range of receivers
6. Work effectively with receivers including communication and responsiveness to their needs.
7. Perform Chi Gong, yoga and self shiatsu routine
Please note: at the completion of this course you are not a qualified shiatsu therapist. You must complete the Diploma of Shiatsu in order to practice as a qualified shiatsu therapist.
Emma lays everything out in a simple, easy to follow way to discover and tune your abilities in an engaging and straightforward manner.
Blending intuitive practices with real-world applications. I especially appreciated how it strengthened my connection to my inner guidance, with greater confidence and clarity. I highly recommend anyone wanting to add Shiatsu with Emma, in their life whether for personal or professional reasons.’ John 2024
What previous students say…
‘The Zen Shiatsu course with Emma introduces us to the journey into the world of meridians, the energetic system of our body and the art of touch through the practice of Zen Shiatsu. It is a foundational course which provides a strong base upon which once can take on further study into the world of Shiatsu and energy/bodywork.
Woven through the theoretical and hands-on learning is Emma's integration of self-shiatsu exercise and qi gong movements, which are integral to a hands on practice. This teaching really connected us to what the practice is all about - connecting with ourselves to connect with others.
Emma was responsive to the needs of the class members and shared her many years of experience with generosity and patience. This made for a great energy amongst our class and we felt supported and heartened at every step.
Thank you so much Emma for your encouragement, wisdom and generosity. Your vast experience in the world of Shiatsu and your willingness to share this on so many levels - practical application, day to day experience, business topics and more - was really helpful.’
Steph 2024
Workshop: Intro to shiatsu
This is a practical, hands on short workshop to learn the very basics of Shiatsu - acupressure based on the meridian system of Traditional Chinese Medicine. In particular self shiatsu.
Delve into:
Principles of shiatsu
Touch techniques
Acu-yoga and self shiatsu
Acupressure points for stress
Date: TBA
Location: TBA
