Acupressure Institute

Ashiatsu
Ashiatsu bodywork is applied on a mat, using hand and foot pressure. The practice of Ashiatsu originated from the ancient Buddhist monks in the tradition of Shizuko Yamamoto's Barefoot/Macrobiotic Shiatsu. Ashiatsu treatments utilize the client's breathing patterns and focus closely on diet. Edward Spencer, the principal Ashiatsu instructor at the Acupressure Institute, studied with Shizuko Yamamoto and many others over 30 years. Shiatsu, meaning finger (Shi) pressure (Atsu), is a Japanese style, approved by the Japanese Ministry of Health and Welfare. Shiatsu techniques use deep, rhythmic pressure on all areas of the body, pressing firmly and releasing gradually for intervals of three to ten seconds. In terms of Ashiatsu, ashi means foot and atsu means pressure. Ashiatsu is a deep muscular bodywork technique, specializing on using foot pressure techniques. Acupressure Institute in Berkeley, CA offers one of the most comprehensive Asian Bodywork training programs – including assessment skills, an east/west integration of mind/body knowledge and excellent instruction in ten different bodywork styles. These trainings carry a profound reputation internationally and build greater confidence in private practice. The class schedule allows out-of-town students to attend classes intensively and daytime working students to schedule on weekends or evenings. Getting Started Take a moment to request school info, free counseling to customize the trainings, and begin your healing energy work as an Acupressurist. Most students start with the Basic Training, unless you completed another type of massage certification already. Then students progress to a 200-hour Specialization Program or the 850-hour Acupressure Therapy Program. You can take the Basic Training and 200-hour programs in a special 30-day intensive training. Get started learning acupressure now, with a discounted Home Study Acupressure Package consisting of a book, CD, video, flashcards, and a laminated chart of the points.
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