Open Programme, Hastings

Open Programme

This is an Open Modular programme, introducing the exciting world of working with the human energy field. Students may enrol on as many or as few Modules as they choose, simply out of interest or to enhance their current skills.

The workshops and modules of the Open Programme can be taken as stand alone units for those who would prefer to explore Shiatsu and energy work and deepen their knowledge and perception without the commitment of working towards practitioner status.

If you wish to study Shiatsu in order to gain practitioner status, you can choose modules to build credits to enter theCore Programme. See below for required modules.To find out more about the requirements, download a copy of the prospectus here

If you are interested in learning more about Shiatsu but do not want the commitment of a practitioners course, then choose from the variety of workshops and modules below. These are also great for CPD, open to all who share our love and fascination of Shiatsu.

Required modules to continue to the Core Programme are:
Introduction to Energy Work
Foundations of Shiatsu
Anatomy ( an accredited online study )
The 5 Elements of Taoism
Experiential Anatomy
Shiatsu  -  Changing Lives and Building Futures/Transition
Choose 2 more weekends of study for your basic requirements.

OPEN PROGRAMME MODULES

Introduction to Energy Work
1st/2nd October 2011
Shiatsu Studio, St Leonards on Sea
Aimed at beginners, this introduction will provide you with the tools of basic energy work.
Special Introductory Price: £95

Foundations of Shiatsu
15th/16th October, 12th /13th November, 3rd/4th December
Spread over 3 weekends, this module introduces the basic principles of Shiatsu. You will develop your practical and highly effective Shiatsu skills, which you can practice on family and friends. You will be introduced to the Daoist theories that underpin it, including an exploration of the qualities and nature of Chi and the principles of Yin and Yang that are at the heart of all branches of Traditional Eastern Medicine.
Cost: £435 ( £485 if taken with Introduction to Energy Work)
Shiatsu Studio, St Leonards on Sea

Light Body Shiatsu
15th/16th October 2011
With Nicola Lee. Nicola is a founder member of The Shiatsu College and a world renown Shiatsu teacher. She explores meridians, chakras, and the energy body whilst reminding us of the importance of the basics of Shiatsu.
Shiatsu Studio, St Leonards on Sea
Cost: £145. (Early Bird £125 if booked before 1st September)

The 5 Elements of Taoism
14th/15th January, 11th/12th February 2012
Shiatsu Studio, St Leonards on Sea
Cost: £290 ( Early bird £250 if booked before 20th December)
This amazing study of the early principles of Chinese Medicine will develop your sensitivity and understanding of energy both in the human body and in the environment.

Acupressure Points for Common Ailments
3rd/4th March Shiatsu Studio, St Leonards on Sea Cost: £145 ( Early bird £125)

Deepen your understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine, increase your knowledge of the Points

Introduction to Energy work and Shiatsu with Rose Fuhrmann
21st/22nd April 2012
Cooksbridge near Lewes
Cost: £125
For all bodyworkers beginners and advanced

Seated Acupressure
14th/15th April, 19th/20th May  2012
Cost £290 ( Early bird £250)
This popular module will teach you how to give Shiatsu on a massage chair. Use your skills in the workplace, festivals and clinics.

Developing Energy Work
9th/10th June
Cost £125
Shiatsu Studio, St Leonards on Sea
This is a weekend of feeling Chi in yourselves and in others. You will learn how Qigong and Shiatsu enhance each other via some beautiful Qigong forms.
Yoga, Shiatsu and Anatomy

On Line Anatomy

Live from November 2011

Experiential Anatomy

30th June
Cost: £62.50
Shiatsu Studio, St Leonards on Sea
Stretch, move, enjoy your body…. and revise your anatomy at the same time!

Exploring Meridians and Points
1st July
Shiatsu Studio, St Leonards on Sea
Explore, revise, learn more about the meridian system.

Shiatsu – Changing Lives and Building Futures & Transition days  

 21st/22nd July

Cost £62.50 per day

Powdermill Woods, Battle.  Enjoy Shiatsu – a time for tutorials, thinking about where you want to take your Shiatsu, finding out what happens next year in the Core Programme. All classes run from 9.30 – 5.00

To book your workshops, send an email or call 01424 756326 , 07722868397

The Open Programme Study Package

As an alternative to booking and paying for modules separately, we offer an ‘Open Programme Study Package’ This is ideal for beginners wanting to study towards entering the Core Programme and professional qualification.

We offer a discounted price of £1,350 if you decide to commit to all the 9 weekend workshops plus the online anatomy course required to join the Core Programme. This includes the NOCN certification fee.

If paid for individually, the total cost of 9 modules and workshops would be £1,560 (early birds £1,460) (excluding NOCN registration) Your fees for the whole Open Programme can be paid with a deposit and monthly standing orders.

Please note that comprehensive course notes are supplied and included in this sum, but the cost of text books or any equipment you may wish to have for your own use outside the College, is not.

To enrol and take advantage of this Open Programme Study Package simply complete the Booking Form and return with deposit or payment.

If you have any questions about the courses on offer then please feel free to contact Annie Cryar either by email: hastings@shiatsucollege.co.uk or call 01424 756326