Course Catalog

The following courses are offered regularly at the Mindful Shiatsu Center. For a schedule of upcoming courses, see the Course Schedule. In addition to regular courses, the Center sponsors visiting lecturers to train participants in a variety of cutting-edge modalities.

Introductory Courses

Introductory to Shiatsu Shin Tai	5.5 NCBTMB CE Hours
This workshop is the first step in a student's development of treatment and understanding of the governing vessel meridian or core of the human body & Mind. The spine, meninges and cerebral spinal fluid are intimately connected with the GV function and called the primary information system. The quality of flow of essential information helps manifest the continual growth and health of the Body/Mind. Flexibility of the spine and free flow of the governing vessel are essential for well being and productive living.
Topics Include: Central Channel Memory & Meninges Release Diagnosis of Body Resonance Techniques for Spinal & Shoulder Mobility Passive Thoracic & Lumbar Vertebrae Correction

Fascia Unwinding for All Healing Modalities	12 NCBTMB CE Hours
Facia is a web of circuits that connects soft tissue, tendons, organs, the brain, bones, and, most importantly, the meninges of the spinal cord. Fascia affects posture, organ function, emotions, and perception and can hold memory of negative experiences and can inhibit healing from emotional trauma, physical injury and chronic body pain... Fascia unwinding influences the flow of energy through acupuncture meridians and can greatly compliment a positive influence to any healing modality to improve client results. This gentle, profound technique is easy to learn and requires little physical effort.
Topics Include: Fascia Memory Theory Fascia Diagnosis Directional Reflex Test Posture Evaluation Fascia Thoracic & Lumbar Vertebrae Correction Fascia Pelvic Corrections & Unwinding

Pelvic Structure Correction	5.0 NCBTMB CE Hours
The health of the pelvic structure affects most other systems of the body. This training includes pelvic assessment and structural palpation skills, as well as safe, passive pelvic corrections. Pelvic misalignment is associated with back, neck, and shoulder pain; hormone imbalance, reproductive problems, hip pain, fatigue, and posture problems. Pelvic structural palpation skills and correction can be integrated into any healing modality and also is very useful for clients who are pregnant to increase physical preparation for childbirth.
Topics Include: Postural Evaluation & Hip Clearing High Ilium & Hip Torsion Corrections Pubic Synthesis Corrections Lumbar Side Bending Correction

Hara Diagnosis and Treatment	6.0 NCBTMB CE Hours
The hara is the main energy center for body, according to Japanese healing tradition, and is associated with the kidneys, hip joints, and pelvic structure. Many common problems such as constipation, reproduction, digestive, hip pain, posture, fatigue, deeper body resonance and emotional issues can be addressed with comprehensive treatment of the hara. The late Shizuto Masunaga stated the condition of the hara pertains to the condition of the present life time.
Topics Include: Hara Theory & Release Techniques Hip Joint mobility Techniques Kidney/Liver/Large Intestine Stimulation Conception Vessel Release

Emotions and the Five elements	3.0 NCBTMB CE Hours
This workshop includes a comprehensive lecture/exercise/meditation protocol that will open your understanding of the total magnetic energy & meridian system of the human body. Each meridian has a physical, emotional, and spiritual component. Using shiatsu stretches, meditation, and imagery exercises, you can increase vitality, balance your energy, and develop your own self help protocol. A very exceptional tool to teach your clients, family, and friends.

Shiatsu Shin Tai Foundation Courses

Governing Vessel & Spinal Mobility	30 NCBTMB CE Hours
This course features specific treatment and evaluation of the governing vessel meridian. You will learn to improve the body's most important energy flow by creating spinal mobility and alignment. The GV directs the process of development in the womb and continues to coordinate physical, emotional, and mental development after birth... The spine, meninges and cerebral spinal fluid are intimately connected to the GV Function. The quality of movement of the GV Function produces proper flow of the primary information to manifest continual heath And growth of the Body/Mind/Spirit.
Topics Include: Evaluation of the Governing Vessel & Resonance Evaluation of Spinal alignment, correction and mobility General release of the central channel (Path of the GV) Freeing the primary information through spinal mobility Shoulder joint and scapula mobility Freeing the atlas & axis vertebras

Evaluation & Treatment of the Lumbar & Sacrum Regions	30 NCBTMB CE Hours
The sacrum & lumbar regions are one of the most important areas of the human body. Through evolution, the sacrum and the atlas of the cervical spine have very similar linear and non linear movement. They are vital to perception and quality movement in life. Unrestricted movement of the sacrum and lumbar areas are essential to healthy and productive living. Restriction can greatly contribute to lumbar & pelvis pain, posture issues, leg pain, knee pain, foot pain and can altar movement of the meninges and cranium. Participants will learn assessment, energetic theory and fascia neuro muscular release techniques. Training will also include zone connecting energy points from the sacrum area to the thoracic spine. The techniques are passive and safe to integrate into any healing practice.
Topics Include: Sacrum rotation corrections Sacrum torsion corrections Assessment and palpation skills Sacrum & lumbar zone releases

Conception Vessel & the Hara	30 NCBTMB CE Hours
Hara (abdominal) conception vessel treatment offers one of the most effective tools for the practitioner. It has been quoted that the condition of the hara pertains to the condition of the present lifetime. This workshop goes into in depth study, evaluation and treatment of the hara, conception vessel and pelvis. Many common aliments such as constipation, hormone flow, hip pain, fatigue, high blood pressure, reproduction and emotional issues can be addresses with the art of deep Hara treatment.
Topics Include: Specific corrections of hip misalignments Traditional hara diagnosis Hara treatment for circulation Hara treatment for the digestive system Connection of the hara, connection vessel and primary information Connection of the hara, hip joints & mobility Evaluation off hip alignment & neuro- muscular problems Specific corrections of hip misalignments

"The most exceptional feature of the GV & CV is that they regulate the flow of energy in all the regular meridians"
- Shizuto Masunaga

 

Bodyworker Consultation Group

For professional bodyworkers who have taken at least one course at the Mindful Shiatsu Center and who want additional, hands-on, client-focused consultation, the Center offers a monthly, drop-in consultation group. Bodyworkers can bring questions about Shiatsu Shin Tai techniques and their application to specific client problems. By prior arrangement bodyworkers can treat their clients at the Center for live consultation and supervision by the Center Director, Michael Wohlfarth.

 

Advanced Courses

For students with training and experience in basic Shiatsu Shin Tai theory and technique, the Center offers advanced coursework to further refine the bodyworker's skills and knowledge.