Shiatsu Level 1

Shiatsu is an ancient Asian massage technique based on traditional Eastern philosophy and medicine. The meaning of Shiatsu is finger-pressure. Pressure is applied through clothing to ‘tsubos’, or acupressure points, to clear any blocked channels, and thereby stimulate energy flow throughout the body.

The focus in this unit is on learning a Shiatsu sequence, and the fundamentals of correct pressure. Theory covers the history of East Asian Medicine and the basics of Zen Shiatsu. Meridian stretching exercises to regulate the flow of Ki (energy) and blood in the body are also shown.

This course is delivered by fully qualified Shiatsu Practitioners. There are no pre-requisites for this course. The program consists of a mixture of theory and practical activities and students will perform and receive a Shiatsu massage every session. By the end of the course students will have a sound understanding of the basic principles of Shiatsu massage, and will be capable of delivering a basic Shiatsu massage treatment.

On successful completion of this course students will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

AAMT members please note that this level of training does not allow participants to add this skill to a CV, business card or letterhead or to be included in the list of qualifications within the AAMT’s membership details.