Nationally Certified Bodywork Training
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Training Overview
Course Descriptions, Tuition and Fees
HeartMind, Beginner’s Mind
Bodywork Experience
This 51 hour experiential course in HeartMind Bodywork serves as a rich and empowering overview of the HeartMind Shiatsu methodology and philosophy. Participants engage in daily practical study of the basic hands on practice of HeartMind Shiatsu supported by Tai Chi, Qigong and Meditation. Dynamic, two-hand palpation methods as well as specialized mobilization, positioning and stretching techniques are learned and practiced under experienced supervision. The Yin Yang Theory is explored in the context of the Channel Theory of Chinese medicine. Students learn the Twelve Regular Channels in form and function, and are introduced to Meridian extension theories, and the Eight Extraordinary Vessels. Simple direct tools for opening, harmonizing and balancing the meridian energy in the body through stretching, rocking, compression and mobilization are practiced. In addition to 50 hours in the classroom, students are required to receive one professional private HeartMind Shiatsu session from the Instructor. As well as being an excellent stand alone continuing education opportunity, this course serves as a thorough overview and introduction to the HeartMind Shiatsu, 280 hour Training. Successful participants may improve their chances of acceptance into the 280 hour Training, and a significant portion of their registration fees can be applied to full tuition.
Level I books and chart are required study aids for HeartMind, Beginner’s Mind, and a floor mat is recommended. Students are asked to dress modestly and comfortably and observe all the decorum standards of the full-time program.
Tuition: $859.00
To register simply select the appropriate session in Registration Form below and send in a check or money order to Heartmind Shiatsu for a 50% deposit. Registrations accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.
• Students who have previously completed HeartMind Shiatsu I and II take $459.00 off.
• Current students of Body Balance of Northern California take $100 off.
The HeartMind Shiatsu, 280 hour Training is designed to meet national standards for modality training as set forth by the AOBTA, American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia (www.aobta.org).
The pre-requisites necessary for entering the training include a high school diploma, with some college level experience recommended. An eagerness to learn and the ability to participate in a full time training over three months is necessary. The 280 hour program includes:
• HeartMind Shiatsu Theory and Practice: 160 hours
• Supervised Clinical Experience: 70 hours
• Tai Chi/Qigong: 40 hours
• Business and Ethics 5 hours
• Professional private sessions: 5 hours
Tuition and Fees
HeartMind Shiatsu, 280 hour Training: $4959.00 ($4545.00 when paid in full two weeks in advance.)
$100 Application Fee due at time of application, Tuition due upon acceptance.
Full application required, please fill out the Application Check List and send in with all supporting documents and fees, no later than the deadline indicated for the program for which you wish to be considered.
• Students who have previously completed HeartMind, Beginner’s Mind take $559 off full tuition.
• Students who have previously completed HeartMind Shiatsu I & II take $959 off full tuition.
• Current students of Body Balance of Northern California take $500 off.
Please download and print the full catalog for complete details.
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