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Prerequisite: None Text Required: None	Abuse Issues Abuse Issues Prerequisite: Basic & Int Acupressure Text Required: None Learn to deal with physical, emotional, and sexual abuse issues in a session. Unlock when and why people remember and forget abuses. Class discussions include; parental relationships, healing through meditation, statistics of abuse and much more. Discover how trust, compassion and safety are the foundations for dealing with abuse issues.
Acu-Oil Foundations Acu-Oil Foundations Prerequisite: Basic Acupressure Text Required: None Once you have experienced acupressure as a clothes-on massage, Acu-oil Massage class invites you to combine your acupressure awareness with the soothing, gliding, sweeping, next-to-the-skin strokes of oil massage. This combination coaxes connective tissue, muscles, and skin to relax and energy meridians to flow more smoothly. It is a doubly luscious experience for the client and doubly effective on the levels of traditional deep-tissue massage and acupressure healing energy work. In this class you will learn: 1. Basic techniques of Swedish and Esalen oil massage 2. Effective and discreet draping techniques 3. Good body mechanics 4. How to incorporate acu-points and meridians into a full body oil massage	Acu-Reflexology Foundations Acu-Reflexology Foundations Prerequisite: None Text Required: Included (Reflexology & Acupressure booklet) Reflexology is focused massage of feet, hands, or ears to activate nerve endings that connect to specific parts of the body. The 12 organ meridians also have powerful acu-points in these regions. Combining reflexology with acupressure invites you to give a local foot, hand, or ear massage that benefits the entire body via the nervous and meridian systems. In this class you will learn: 1. Foot, hand, and ear massage techniques to engage reflexology points and acu-points 2. How to assess clients using Acu-reflexology 3. Acu-reflexology self-care for teaching to clients
Acu-Reflexology Qi Applications Acu-Reflexology Qi Applications Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn massage guidelines for the lymphatic, digestive and skeletal system in the feet. Learn that your hands not only apply pressure but also transmit life energy. Focus on special needs and combine Acupressure points with nerve ending points.	Acu-Yoga Foundations Acu-Yoga Foundations Prerequisite: None Text Required: Acu-Yoga Bring yoga mat Yoga and Acupressure are ancient Eastern body/mind/spirit healing practices. Acu-Yoga combines the benefits of both in a graceful, flowing set of postures. Learn to flex and strengthen your body, to stimulate your Organ Meridian Qi flow, to activate the 8 Extraordinary Vessels, and to relax and center your mind, all while nurturing your spirit. In this class you will learn: 1. How to combine acupressure points with yoga postures for the benefit of your being on all levels--energetic, physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. 2. The effects of meridian work and yoga postures on the charkas 3. Deep Qi-enhancing breathing exercises 4. Specific Acu-yoga postures for self-care of common stress related problems 5. Acu-yoga exercises for teaching to clients Special Package price with Acu-Yoga Teacher Training
Acu-Yoga Meditations & Sound Healing Acu-Yoga Meditations & Sound Healing Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Change your vibration, relieve your stress, develop your spirituality.	Acu-Yoga Teacher Training Acu-Yoga Teacher Training Prerequisite: Acu-Yoga Foundations or consent of Instructor. Text Required: Acu-Yoga Book & DVD by Michael Gach Bring yoga mat Learn to teach Acu-Yoga breathing exercises, meditations, and guided deep healing/relaxation techniques. In the Teacher Training process each student presents two yogic breathing practices along with teaching a series of three Acu-Yoga stretching exercises including the Acupressure points being activated in these exercises. You will receive specific, supportive feedback to boost your confidence and to help you craft a dynamic teaching style. Gain insight and learn to dynamically teach: 1. Acu-Yoga Breathing Exercises 2. Acu-Yoga Meditations 3. Acu-Yoga Guided Relaxation Techniques Special Package price
Acupressure Body Psychology Acupressure Body Psychology Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Acupressure Text Required: None Body Psychology explains the underlying emotions that create tension in the body, area by area. This class explores each body area (eyes, jaw, neck, shoulders, chest, abdomen, back, pelvis, arms, legs, hands, and feet) and associated emotional tension patterns. Acupressure session patterns are provided and practiced for alleviating tension in each area of the body. The Acupressure Body Psychology approach of this class is a heart-oriented system, opening the energetic pathways of speaking, creating, and moving from the heart.	Acupressure Clinic Acupressure Clinic Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn to do an effective intake, create a workable session plan, and implement that session plan by providing sessions under Instructor Supervision. Clinic clients are pre-screened to insure their "case presentations" are highly instructional, and thus show clearly common signs, symptoms, and complaints. Each time the course is offered it will focus on one or more specific focus areas, such as Women's Health, Pain Relief, Spleen Qi Vacuity, and Tongue Assessment via a clinical format.
Acupressure Energetics Acupressure Energetics Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Acupressure Text Required: None This class covers various topics of for balancing Mental/Emotional Consciousness, as well as revitalizing Spirit. Points, session patterns, and hands-on practice are provided to (1) return to simplicity and melt away pre-occupations, (2) create celestial alignment to move on our true path in life, (3) close the dead parts inside people, revitalizing them, so all becomes "gold" and precious, and (4) other ways to balance emotions and Spirit.	Acupressure First Aid Acupressure First Aid Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn first aid responses for emergency situations. Discover acupressure points for heart attack, seizures, general pain, joint injuries, back and neck injuries, common colds, burns, cuts and other first aid applications. Class includes discussions, hands-on sessions, role-playing and handouts for emergency situations.
Acupressure Five Spirits Acupressure Five Spirits Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Acupressure Text Required: None This class includes in-depth information on the Spirit of each of the Five Elements (Hun, Shen, Yi, Po, Zhi). We learn about what each Spirit is, including its psychological functions, psychospiritual issue, associations, and the capacities and abilities we have when each Spirit is balanced. We cover the details of how we look and feel when each of the spirits are out of balance, and we learn how to balance each of the spirits with acupressure and other ways. Session patterns and hands-on practice are included.	Acupressure for Animals Acupressure for Animals Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn to help your animal friends be healthier and happier by using touch techniques to enhance their physical and emotional well-being. Class will include animal communication skills, acupressure points for common conditions, injuries, emotional balancing, a daily tune-up and practice on live animals.
Acupressure for Anxiety Acupressure for Anxiety Prerequisite: None Text Required: None 1. Recognize the symptoms of Anxiety 2. Understanding personal triggers of Anxiety 3. Working with the issues •From a Chinese Medicine Perspective •Theory; Specific Acupressure Points •From a Western Perspective •Diet & Exercise plans Holistic mindset •Meditation, altering habitual thought patterns & behaviors •Finding Support	Acupressure for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Acupressure for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Prerequisite: None Text Required: None, but bring pen and paper! Techniques for preventing and relieving Carpal Tunnel. Learn exercises, acupoints and ergonomics that will assist you with the health of your hands.
Acupressure for Common Complaints Acupressure for Common Complaints Prerequisite: None Text Required: None x	Acupressure for Common Complaints Acupressure for Common Complaints Prerequisite: None Text Required: Recommended Text: Potent Points by Michael Gach Learn points for relieving headaches, backaches, insomnia, anxiety, difficulty breathing, stomachaches, carpal tunnel and more. Self-help routines will be taught for each of these common complaints.
Acupressure for Digestion Acupressure for Digestion Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Good Qi and Blood begin with good digestion. Learn simple, natural techniques to strengthen your digestion, ease discomfort and improve your overall health and energy. In this class you will learn Acu-Points and movements to ease discomfort from reflux, bloating, pain, sleepiness after eating, and to revitalize your life via a healthy digestive system.	Acupressure for HIV/AIDS Acupressure for HIV/AIDS Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn about the common conditions related to living with HIV/AIDS and Acupressure principles and techniques useful in balancing these conditions. Learn the 12 "Positive Points" that optimally address HIV conditions through hands on practice.
Acupressure for Insomnia Acupressure for Insomnia Prerequisite: None Text Required: None In this class we will learn how to differentiate between a variety of styles of insomnia, and how to approach sessions where the patient is presenting insomnia as a chief complaint. Our approach to our treatments will include diet, exercise, traditional chinese herbal remedies(and a couple not so Chinese herbal remedies), and especially Hands On Sessions. The main topic will be Insomina, but this topic will stretch out to cover much more material about our natural cycles of yin and yang. We will discuss the treatments commonly used in healthcare today and hopefully see how we can be effective in helping clients see through to the other side of their Insomnia.	Acupressure for Martial Artists Acupressure for Martial Artists Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Description In the Martial Arts strikes, blows and holds are intended to affect the Qi of an opponent's body/mind/spirit so as to defend oneself and defeat aggression. The strokes, points and flows of Acupressure are intended to affect the Qi of a client's body/mind/spirit for health and healing. These two intentions begin in opposition, and then as training deepens the powerful connection between the martial and medicinal uses of Qi comes forward. It has been said that the capacity to hit AND to heal is what distinguishes a good fighter from a true master. This class is designed to introduce Martial Artists to the healing power of Acupressure, and to encourage Acupressurists in their exploration of martial arts and in working with martial artists.
Acupressure for Menopause Acupressure for Menopause Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Appreciating menopause from both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western physiological approaches enables you to better support female friends, family and clients. Information and suggestions for making a smooth transition during menopause will be covered. Hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, osteoporosis, and alternatives to hormone replacement therapy will be discussed. Sensitize your ability to understand body imbalances, refine your TCM assessment skills, acupressure point applications and gain nutritional support.	Acupressure for Parents and Kids Acupressure for Parents and Kids Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Bring your child and discover ways to support their well being with acupressure. You'll learn acu-points for immunity, digestive health, restful sleep and overall strength. Parents get a chance to practice what they learn on their kids. Children ages 5 and up are welcome at no charge!
Acupressure for SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) Acupressure for SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) Prerequisite: None Text Required: None According to Western medicine Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs in relation to the seasons. The most common type of SAD is called winter-onset depression. SAD may be related to changes in the amount of daylight during different times of the year. In Western Medicine SAD is primarily treated with antidepressants, and sometimes with light therapy. Chinese Medicine has long noticed the effects that seasonal changes in the environment can have on Body, Mind & Spirit. Chinese medicine has long recommended Acu-Points, diet & herbs, and gentle exercise as safe, natural ways to protect health and encourage graceful adaptation to the changes of the seasons and the changes of life. In this class you will learn – 1. To recognize Seasonal Affective Disorder 2. The Chinese Organ imbalance patterns that often underlie SAD & Effective strategies to remedy these patterns and bring life back in balance To tend to the imbalances of SAD we will explore the use of - 1. Acu-Points 2. Food & herbal medicine 3. Natural light and gentle exercise	Acupressure for the Traveller Acupressure for the Traveller Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn to use the "Medicine Bag" of your hands to address common and not-so-common health challenges that can come with travelling. You will learn simple, effective Acu-Points to bring comfort and relief whenever and wherever you roam. Bring your questions about working with the situations you have encountered in your own travels, and we'll make the class an educational mini-vacation!
Acupressure for Women's Health Acupressure for Women's Health Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Deepen your understanding of a woman's cycles using Traditional Chinese Medicine. We will use active and subtle modalities to address the balance of the monthly cycle and the life-long arc of menses. Acu-points and techniques are included for harmonizing liver qi or blood stagnation, spleen qi vacuity, blood deficiency, and kidney yin or yang deficiency - helping us address symptoms such as PMS, cramps, fibroids, and menopausal challenges.	Acupressure Presentation Skills Acupressure Presentation Skills Prerequisite: None Text Required: None A Unique Opportunity to Learn Effective, Engaging Presentation Skills from a Master of the Craft Who should take this class? Advanced Students & AI Graduates looking to teach Acupressure and/or build their practice by sharing Acupressure with groups. Boost your confidence in presenting Acupressure. Learn to teach groups and the media about the benefits of Acupressure. Share your work and become recognized as knowledgeable, as an authority in the field. In this class you will - Develop a presentation outline, and learn ways to demonstrate how Acupressure works, including clear point locations and useful applications. Learn to guide a group in doing self-acupressure, including the timing of the presentation, how to field questions, and how to inspire a group and the individuals in a group. Obtain class sheets to use in your own presentations. Brainstorm ideas about where you can present Acupressure in your community.
Acupressure's Potent Points Acupressure's Potent Points Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn somatic self-care applications and the point location for relieving common ailments from A to Z. Discover Acu-Yoga, Chi Gong breathing exercises and how to relieve chronic shoulder tension, headaches, anxiety, insomnia, chronic fatigue, ankle sprains, carpal tunnel, wrist pain, toothache, backache, stiff neck, TMJ and more. Includes educational resources and career opportunities for going further in practicing acupressure and yoga.	Acupressure's Potent Points Acupressure's Potent Points Prerequisite: None Text Required: Acupressure's Potent Points by Michael Gach Learn somatic self-care applications and the point location for relieving common ailments from A to Z. Discover Acu-Yoga, Chi Gong breathing exercises and how to relieve chronic shoulder tension, headaches, anxiety, insomnia, chronic fatigue, ankle sprains, carpal tunnel, wrist pain, toothache, backache, stiff neck, TMJ and more. Includes educational resources and career opportunities for going further in practicing acupressure and yoga.
Acupressure-Oil Massage II Acupressure-Oil Massage II Prerequisite: Acupressure Oil Massage; Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Integrates Swedish and Esalen massage techniques with meridian and five element assessment skills. Learn how to assess your client through touch, physical body language clues and verbal communication along with intuition. Present and past injuries as well as emotional wounds are addressed. Good body mechanics are emphasized to increase practitioners' effectiveness and decrease fatigue.	Acupressure: Uplifting the Heart Acupressure: Uplifting the Heart Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Acupressure Text Required: None This class focuses on the Heart Meridian and its relationships with the other meridians that may be utilized to uplift the Heart and Spirit, as well as balance physical heart conditions. The class utilizes the story in the meanings of the names of points and their traditional uses, along with practical point combinations from Traditional Chinese Medicine. Session patterns and hands-on practice are included.
Advanced Acupressure Class Advanced Acupressure Class Prerequisite: Basic & Int Acupressure Text Required: Recommended: Traditional Acupuncture Bring booklets from Intermediate class. Advanced Acupressure brings you into the holistic and pervasive realms of the five elements of metal, water, wood, fire, and earth and how they relate to the energy flowing through the 12 organ meridians and to your body’s health, your personality, habits, and attitudes, and your relationships. Awareness of the five elements transforms how you view yourself, others, and the world around you. It also deepens your understanding of the 12 pulses, as you gain experience reading them. It enhances the information you receive as you touch the special assessment points, the alarm and yu acu-points. It permeates your understanding of your clients and of healing energy work. In this class you will learn: 1. The unique personalities of the five elements and their corresponding organ meridians, emotions, senses, seasons, sounds, colors, and other characteristics 2. The five elements' interrelationships in the cycles of creation (parent/child) and control (grandparent/grandchild) 2. How to use the five elements in assessment of self and clients for deeper understanding and effectiveness of healing work 3. Locations and uses of special assessment points, the alarm points for acute conditions and the yu points for chronic conditions.	Advanced Five Elements Advanced Five Elements Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Learn to use 30 command points, tonification, sedation, and ‘lo’ points with pulse reading. Examine the five elements with the control and breeding cycles.
Advanced Meridians-H SI B K Advanced Meridians-H SI B K Prerequisite: Intermediate Acupressure Text Required: None This Acupressure class starts where Intermediate Acupressure ends. In these classes, in-depth information is provided on each meridian, including its uses, traditional associations, and spirit. For each point, the anatomical location, the uses, and the spiritual meanings of the name of the point are presented. An Acupressure session pattern is provided for each meridian, making it easier to implement in the sessions you give. The anatomical location of each point is practiced on another student, under supervision of the instructor to ensure accuracy. This is followed by hands-on practice, using the meridian in a session.	Advanced Meridians-Lu LI St Sp Advanced Meridians-Lu LI St Sp Prerequisite: Intermediate Acupressure Text Required: None This Acupressure class starts where Intermediate Acupressure ends. In these classes, in-depth information is provided on each meridian, including its uses, traditional associations, and spirit. For each point, the anatomical location, the uses, and the spiritual meanings of the name of the point are presented. An Acupressure session pattern is provided for each meridian, making it easier to implement in the sessions you give. The anatomical location of each point is practiced on another student, under supervision of the instructor to ensure accuracy. This is followed by hands-on practice, using the meridian in a session.
Advanced Meridians-P TW GB Liv Advanced Meridians-P TW GB Liv Prerequisite: Intermediate Acupressure Text Required: None This Acupressure class starts where Intermediate Acupressure ends. In these classes, in-depth information is provided on each meridian, including its uses, traditional associations, and spirit. For each point, the anatomical location, the uses, and the spiritual meanings of the name of the point are presented. An Acupressure session pattern is provided for each meridian, making it easier to implement in the sessions you give. The anatomical location of each point is practiced on another student, under supervision of the instructor to ensure accuracy. This is followed by hands-on practice, using the meridian in a session.	Advanced Practice Session Advanced Practice Session Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Acupressure. Text Required: None The advanced session offers a clinical practice space for students and graduates. In addition, a group interaction forum is provided for students and graduates to ask questions, seek consultation and integrate skills learned in one's previous studies.
Afternoon Acu-Yoga Afternoon Acu-Yoga Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Acu-Yoga is a system of exercises that integrates two ancient methods of healing, Acupressure and Yoga. Ananda offers yoga poses based on student ability for all meridians (energy lines) to balance and regulate the whole being. The practice promotes self-awareness and increases health and vitality.	Afternoon Acu-Yoga Afternoon Acu-Yoga Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Acu-Yoga is a system of exercises that integrates two ancient methods of healing, Acupressure and Yoga. Ananda offers yoga poses based on student ability for all meridians (energy lines) to balance and regulate the whole being. The practice promotes self-awareness and increases health and vitality.
AI Anatomy Movie Night AI Anatomy Movie Night Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Jim Donak, AI's Practical Anatomy teacher, is gearing back into teaching post-shoulder surgery recovery. To celebrate and encourage Jim and his healing process we have a Gift for all of You. This coming SATURDAY SEPT 24TH will be ANATOMY MOVIE NIGHT @ AI! Movie Night is free to all, and if you are in an AI Program you can get 3 hours of Anatomy credit for FREE (you must sign in, stay for the movie and Anatomy discussion, and then sign out at the end of the evening). The certificate of attendance will be emailed to you by AI.	Alice's Project Workshop Alice's Project Workshop Prerequisite: The need to finish 150-hour program Text Required: None, but bring pen and paper! This workshop will allow you to finish your projects, write-ups and essays. Come for an hour or stay the whole day. This is YOUR chance to finally complete what you started.
Anatomy & Physiology Anatomy & Physiology Prerequisite: None Text Required: Recommeded: Anatomy Coloring Book Anatomy and Physiology is the perfect introduction to the intricate but fascinating language of the body. This. class is not only the study of the body's structure and function, but a dynamic, hands-on experience of muscles and bones, joints and connective tissues, organs and the body's network of systems. You explore and musculo-skeletal, nervous, cardiovascular, integumentary, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive systems not only as scientific realities but as energetic spheres communicating with each other through the meridian flows of Qi. As you bring your awareness of anatomy and physiology to interface with your understanding of acupressure, your healing sessions gain power, focus, and effectiveness. In this class you will learn: 1. Major organs, systems, muscles, and bones of the body 2. Anatomical landmarks and their relationship to acu-points 3. Physiology of the body's systems and how it relates to client assessment	Anatomy for Specific Conditions: Upper & Lower Back Pains Anatomy for Specific Conditions: Upper & Lower Back Pains Prerequisite: None Text Required: None In this class you will learn and work with the specific anatomy related to hyperkyposis ("hunched back") and hyperkydosis ("sway back"). These two specific conditions provide great insight into many, many back pain issues. We will also look at simple yoga based stretches and exercises designed to help relieve the discomfort and pain many of our clients are dealing with.
Animal Communication Animal Communication Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Animals communicate in much the same way we do, and by understanding how our animal friends communicate, we can help them to lead healthier lives. Speaking with animals is an essential skill in order to help animals adjust to their domesticated world. We ask so much of them and the least we can do is to better understand them through communication. The focus of this class will be to learn how to send and receive messages with animals. You will learn how to prepare an animal for a trip to the Veterinarian, or to cope with your upcoming vacation away from them. Lasting behavior modification happens when you are able to understand why your animal is behaving the way that they do. Many times animals will change because of their love for their guardian, but not without being heard first. Fights between animals that live in the same household can be resolved by patiently communicating with them. Another part of class will focus on how to perform a remote healing session with an animal at a distance, and how to support an animal and their guardian during end-of-life times. The second and third day of class will be hands on with animals, and although you don’t need to bring an animal to participate, they are welcome.	Anma: Traditional Japanese Massage 1 Anma: Traditional Japanese Massage 1 Prerequisite: None Text Required: None
Apprenticeship Training Apprenticeship Training Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None This workshop applies the material learned in the Basic and Advanced Training programs. Through small-group interaction, students expand their assessment and clinical experience; develop point patterns and session plans.	Aromatherapy & Acupressure Aromatherapy & Acupressure Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn how to integrate aromatherapy with acupressure points for relaxation, common ailments, and emotional balancing. You will learn the uses and contra indications working with and blending essential oils. We will discuss and practice balancing points, source points, yu points, yin/yang, and the 5 elements with the ancient and therapeutic properties of essential oils. Experience having fun while making and using compresses, massage creams/lotions, spritzers, and roll-on oils for the points and meridians.
Aromatherapy Acupressure 2 Aromatherapy Acupressure 2 Prerequisite: Aromatherapy 2 Text Required: None d contraindications when working with essential oils. We will discuss and practice balancing potent points, source points, yu points, yin/yang, and the 5 elements with the ancient and therapeutic properties of essential oils. Experience having fun while making and using compresses, massage creams/lotions, spritzers, roll-on oils for points and more. You will have extra products to take home with you!"	Arthritis Relief Arthritis Relief Prerequisite: None Text Required: Arthritis Relief at your Fingertips by Michael Gach Learn how to locate and stimulate 12 anti-inflammatory points. Practice easy Arthritis Relief stretch routines for the morning and evening will be covered. Participants will understand the principles for using Acupressure for relieving Arthritis and learn how to lead arthritis relief self-help groups.
Ashiatsu 2 Ashiatsu 2 Prerequisite: Ashiatsu 1 Text Required: None Expand the methods learned in the basic Ashiatsu class by adding seated position techniques, alternative lifts, and Ashiatsu that promotes even deeper balance. Gain a broader understanding of Ashiatsu theory, practice and anatomical landmarks.	Ashiatsu 3 Ashiatsu 3 Prerequisite: Ashiatsu 1 & 2 Text Required: None Expand the methods learned in the basic Ashiatsu class by adding seated position techniques, alternative lifts, and Ashiatsu that promotes even deeper balance. Gain a broader understanding of Ashiatsu theory, practice and anatomical landmarks.
Ashiatsu Foundations (Barefoot Shiatsu) Ashiatsu Foundations (Barefoot Shiatsu) Prerequisite: Zen Shiatsu or Fundamentals Text Required: None Take off your shoes and discover the healing power and sensitivity in your feet. This class combines shiatsu work and acu-point and meridian awareness with strategic use of rocking, sliding, and deep pressure foot techniques in a dance of healing. Ashiatsu is a perfect system to achieve deep pressure on clients while protecting your body and avoiding strain on your arms or back. Taught on floor mats. Required for Shiatsu Program. In this class you will learn: 1. A full body routine in both prone and supine positions using both feet and hands 2. How to use breath and good body mechanics 3. How to apply the assessment process to Ashiatsu	Ashiatsu Skills Clinic Ashiatsu Skills Clinic Prerequisite: Ashiatsu 1 Text Required: None Technique, theory, rational observation and intuition are combined to produce a powerful strategy for healing. Specific attention is given to abdominal palpitation, pulse and face reading and special Ashiatsu patterns for common problems.
Asian Bodywork Therapy (ABT) Examination Preparation Asian Bodywork Therapy (ABT) Examination Preparation Prerequisite: None Text Required: None In this class you will receive training and coaching to help you prepare to pass the National Certification Exam. Using practice tests and role-playing, we will help you gain confidence with both the content and format of the test.	Assessing the Five Elements Assessing the Five Elements Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Assessing the Five Elements encourages a deep exploration of the various facets of the elements, understanding the presence of the elemental dance in our own individual lives and learning to recognize the underlining virtues and imbalances within the Five Element paradigm. Through creative expression, meditation, group discussion and working with each other, we will learn to place ourselves in the elements in a balanced way to benefit the acupressure client and learn a focused system for assessment and treatment.
Assessment & Applications 1 Assessment & Applications 1 Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Learn the four methods of Seeing, Hearing/ Listening, Smelling, and Touching. Learn to incorporate this information in assessing clients through the 8 Principals and 5 Elements.	Assessment & Applications 2 Assessment & Applications 2 Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure; Assessment & Applications I Text Required: None Deeper study of the comparisons and contrasts of 8 Principles, 5 Elements Assessments, and their Clinical Applications. A major focus in this course is on 24 Zang Fu (Organ) patterns of disharmony that provide a key understanding TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) assessment and practice. Numerous significant systems of Acu-Points (Yuan-Source, Mu-Alarm, Luo-Connecting, etc.) are examined and their common usages explained.
Balancing the Emotions Using the Meridians Balancing the Emotions Using the Meridians Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate Acupressure required; basic Tui Na helpful but not required Text Required: None This acupressure course includes detailed information on the attitudes and emotions held within each of the 12 meridians, as well as describing what people say and do when a particular meridian is out of balance. The internal routes of the meridians are presented, along with how these internal routes explain our attitudes and feelings. The class includes Acupressure session patterns and hands-on practice that utilize a variety of meridians and points for emotional balance.	Balancing the Extraordinary Meridians Balancing the Extraordinary Meridians Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Acupressure Text Required: None The Extraordinary Vessels provide the most powerful way to replenish our deep, formative energies. The Extraordinary Vessels emanate from the d'an tien, our energy center, and imbalances of this energy center are root imbalances. Balancing the Extraordinary Vessels creates harmony at the root level, correcting structural problems, while enhancing health and well-being within the body, mind, and spirit. This class includes in-depth information on assessment and uses of each of the eight Extraordinary Vessels. New acupressure session patterns and hands-on practice are included.
Balancing the Extraordinary Vessels Balancing the Extraordinary Vessels Prerequisite: None Text Required: None This class starts where the Basic Acupressure Class leaves off, with respect to the Extraordinary Vessels. Students learn to harmonize deep, root imbalances through the use of these flows, thereby promoting structural integrity, creating yin/yang balance in many ways, enhancing physical well-being, and harmonizing the mind and Spirit. There is emphasis on emotional balancing using these flows. This class includes in-depth information on assessment and uses of each of the eight Extraordinary Vessels, as well as new acupressure session patterns and hands-on practice.	Basic Acupressure: Extraordinary Channels and Points Basic Acupressure: Extraordinary Channels and Points Prerequisite: None Text Required: Included (Basic booklet) Basic acupressure gives you a strong foundation in Jin Shin style acupressure and an introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine organ meridian theory. It also invites you into the mysterious, powerful realms of the "Strange Flows" or "Extraordinary Channels." These primordial reservoirs of Qi help support the work of the organ-meridian flows in the body and act as Qi boosters. Through becoming familiar with specific acu-point combinations, you can stimulate these special channels of Qi. In this class you will learn: 1. Location, benefits, and combinations of 40 main acupressure points 2. The personalities and functions of the eight extraordinary channels 3. How to match symptoms with acu-point and channel patterns 4. Acu-point interrelationships, combinations, and formulas 5. Flow patterns for stress reduction, immunity boosting, and hormonal balancing.
Basic Lomi Lomi Basic Lomi Lomi Prerequisite: None Text Required: Recommended Text: Chi and Creativity by Kaleo Ching Hawaiian Lomilomi massage is a traditional healing practice that affects cardiovascular, lymphatic, endocrine, digestive, nervous, and musculoskeletal systemsof the body in a soothing and dynamic way. Learn a basic Hawaiian Lomilomi full body (prone and supine) oil massage sequence. Learn a Hawaiian pule (prayer) for healing and Tiger's Breath Chi Kung sequence to make your body a vessel that is grounded, protected and vibrant with universal Chi. YouTube video showing Lomi Lomi with Kaleo Ching.	Body Psychology Body Psychology Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate Acupressure required; basic Tui Na helpful but not required Text Required: None Body Psychology explains the underlying emotions that create tension in the body, area by area. This class explores each body area (eyes, jaw, neck, shoulders, chest, abdomen, back, pelvis, arms, legs, hands, and feet) and associated emotional tension patterns. Acupressure session patterns are provided and practiced for alleviating tension in each area of the body. The Acupressure Body Psychology approach of this class is a heart-oriented system, as explained in the extended description.
Body Reading Body Reading Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Acupressure Text Required: None This Acupressure class will explore the various areas of the body (the way the head lies, facial features, shoulders, arms, hands, chest, waist, hips, back, legs, the way the feet point, etc.) to assess which meridians and extraordinary vessels are in need of harmonizing. The class will include hands-on practice, as well as integration of the body reading with pulse listening and hands-on palpation.	Boost Your Immunity Boost Your Immunity Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn to ward off colds and flu using Chinese Medicine and Acupressure
Breathe Easy Breathe Easy Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Short of Breath, dealing with allergies or asthma? The healing energy of your own hands can bring relief and help you breathe easy. Come learn to unlock your breath, open your chest and lift your spirits with safe, gentle, and effective acupressure.	Buddha Palm Buddha Palm Prerequisite: None Text Required: None x
Buddha Palms Chi Kung Buddha Palms Chi Kung Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Buddha Palms is a gentle but powerful Chi Kung form for harvesting cosmic Chi and channeling it when practicing healing energy work. It activates the twelve organ meridians and the eight extraordinary vessels, unblocking and strengthening the practitioner's own Chi and at the same time accessing universal Chi. The hand postures are both meditative and energizing and can be done daily for a deepening awareness of how to access universal energy resources and care for personal energy reserves.	Business Development Business Development Prerequisite: Basic, Int, Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Developing a thriving business requires both an inner sense of being a successful person and taking actions that create success. This class will help you create clear intentions and boundaries, gain self confidence, identify and change limiting beliefs, communicate clearly and effectively, and create rapport and trust with clients. In addition class will explore ways to get started, putting yourself out there, how to give presentations and mini classes, defining your target audience, charging for your services, and presenting yourself professionally. This is an interactive class with opportunities to explore your questions and help you transition from being a student to being a successful practitioner.
Business Practice and Ethics Business Practice and Ethics Prerequisite: None Text Required: None This class bridges the healing art of acupressure and the practical craft of work in the world.. It covers the basics of running your own practice--building a client base, negotiating legal and business requirements, and working in a safe and ethical manner. It helps you cultivate a healthy relationship to the how's and why's of conducting a business. In this class you will learn: 1. Ethical issues of the practitioner/client relationship 2. Important aspects of starting and conducting a business: advertising, taxes, certification and business license requirements, fees to charge, professional associations, and insurance	Cancer and the Emotions Cancer and the Emotions Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Receiving a cancer diagnosis can throw a person on to an emotional roller coaster. Critical decisions with long reaching consequences must be made at a time when the person is overwhelmed with shock, fear and/or anger. In addition, western cancer treatments have harsh side effects and a person’s powerful negative emotions can compromise their immune system. In this class we will learn and apply acupressure point patterns designed to support the immune system and to address issues such as shock, anxiety, self-image and memory loss. Most importantly we will focus on strengthening the "Shen", ("Mind/Spirit"), in order to help our cancer clients ride the roller coaster with courage and grace. Class time includes gentle Qigong and visualization.
Cancer Treatment Support Cancer Treatment Support Prerequisite: None Text Required: None x	Chair Shiatsu Chair Shiatsu Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn Shiatsu techniques to use on clients in a regular chair and a massage chair. Covers two chair Shiatsu routines: a short 10-minute and complete 30-minute session. Includes marketing and business ideas for on-site work.
Chair Tui Na Chair Tui Na Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Chair massage can be dynamic and is fun to offer in a variety of settings. Learn ways to adapt the ease and movement of tui na, traditional chinese meridian massage, to both a standard chair and a massage chair. Learn to keep yourself flowing through tai chi stances as you work.	Chakra Applications Chakra Applications Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Explore the basis of the Chakras while learning methods to assess them, and identify energy blockages via verbal/visual intake, pendulum assessment, and hand scan. Practice Acu-Yoga exercises related to each Chakra. Learn the Power Point Balance sequence for Self-Care and as a tool to offer others. Chakra Connection, a full body energy balancing process will be demonstrated and practiced in class.
Chakras Chakras Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn how to balance the psyche through the Chakras. The emotional and mental states of each Chakra will be discussed, as well as the related organs and glands. Also learn the points and emotional correspondences for each Chakra.	Chi Gung Chi Gung Prerequisite: None Text Required: None
Chi Gung for Bodyworkers Chi Gung for Bodyworkers Prerequisite: Recommended: Basic Acupressure Text Required: Chi and Creativity by Kaleo Ching Learn Chi Kung physical postures and movement to maximize and deepen your healing practice, use your body and energy efficiently, and help prevent injury. Learn Chi Kung techniques to harvest cosmic energy, build your personal energy, promote cleansing and protection, and prevent burnout. Learn to apply Chi Kung energy techniques for transmitting energy in healing and bodywork. (This experiential class entails lots of learning Chi Kung techniques and applying them on the table.	Chi Gung Introduction Chi Gung Introduction Prerequisite: None Text Required: Chi and Creativity by Kaleo Ching Learn Chi Kung exercises for flexibility and joint mobility, to protect against arthritis and repetitive stress syndrome. This Chi Kung form will also increase your energy and its flow, improve functioning of your internal organs, and enhance your immune system. Learn to ground, connect, expand, harvest and distribute Chi. This class is excellent for bodyworkers, office workers, musicians, or anyone who does lots of repetitive movement.
Chi Kung Chi Kung Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Nurture your Chi, your life force, and draw on Cosmic Chi and the deep wisdom of your own Inner being. Cultivate harmony on the physical, energetic, psychological, and spiritual levels.	Chi Kung PM Chi Kung PM Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Nurture your Chi, your life force, and draw on Cosmic Chi and the deep wisdom of your own Inner being. Cultivate harmony on the physical, energetic, psychological, and spiritual levels.
Chinese Abdominal Massage Chinese Abdominal Massage Prerequisite: Tui-Na Foundations Text Required: None This class will give students an in-depth approach to abdominal massage from the viewpoint of Traditional Chinese Medicine. We will learn hands-on skills to work with the belly using techniques and assessment primarily rooted in Tui-Na and Chi Nei Tsang traditions. Attention will be given to harmonizing the Five Elements, while also focusing on specific meridian pathways, acupressure points, and organ palpation.	Chinese Abdominal Massage Chinese Abdominal Massage Prerequisite: None Text Required: None This class will give students an introduction to focused abdominal massage work, which can be incorporated into an Acupressure session. We will approach the belly using techniques and assessment primarily rooted in the tui-na tradition as taught at the AI. Attention will be given to working with the abdomen as a means of harmonizing the Five Elements, but we will also focus on specific meridian pathways and acupressure points.
Chinese Herbs for Women Chinese Herbs for Women Prerequisite: None - Recommended classes: Traditional Asian Theory; Tongue & Pulse Assessment Text Required: None Learn the use of Chinese herbs for a variety of issues including PMS, menopause, "pregnancy bladder", and yeast infections. Learn traditional formulas, over-the counter products and Chinese Patent Formulas commonly used to address women's problems. Focus on practical Traditional Chinese Medicine assessment for the safe and effective use of herbs for Women's Health.	Chinese Patent Herbs Chinese Patent Herbs Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn how to use 30 patent formulas. Based on the 5 elements and yin yang balancing theories, these prepackaged popular herbal pills and ointments compliment acupressure meridian work. Learn how to choose appropriate formulas for basic conditions.
Chinese Physiology Chinese Physiology Prerequisite: None Text Required: None The Chinese view of physiology is rooted in the experience of Qi as the basis of existence. This view understands physiology as a process of Qi and blood (xue); the organs are viewed primarily at the energetic and alchemical levels and secondarily in terms of their anatomical and chemical elements. This class will explore the Chinese view and we will discuss how physiology both shapes our appetite and determines how we digest our experience of the world.	Closing Circle for Foundation Program Closing Circle for Foundation Program Prerequisite: None Text Required: None
Comprehending Cancer Comprehending Cancer Prerequisite: None Text Required: None	Counseling Skills Counseling Skills Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn how to combine verbal techniques with bodywork to cultivate emotional healing. Work on your own attitudes that get in the way of being an effective counselor. Students also role play difficult situations for gaining new perspectives and awareness to work with clients toward resolution.
Craniosacral Therapy Craniosacral Therapy Prerequisite: None Text Required: Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H. Netter Introduces and explains the Craniosacral system. Learn techniques for harmonizing specific cranial bones and the sacrum. Develop palpation skills to balance the cranial rhythm while using key acupressure points. Supervised practice of fundamental Cranial Sacral Therapy Skills included.	Create a Successful Practice Create a Successful Practice Prerequisite: None Text Required: None New class. Description coming soon.
Elder Care Elder Care Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Learn about life as one lives longer and longer. Explore the concerns of aging; bodily changes, emotional feelings of loss, loneliness and death. In the classroom we will role-play different scenarios when compassionately working with the elderly. The class visits an elder care facility where students work on the residents. This experience will heighten your awareness and change the way you relate to the wise elders in your life.	Emotional Balancing Emotional Balancing Prerequisite: None Text Required: None x
Emotional Healing Emotional Healing Prerequisite: None Text Required: Recommended text: Acupressure for Emotional Healing Learn how acupressure can facilitate emotional healing for both self-treatment and for the treatment of others. Discover specific acupressure points for balancing your emotions such as anger, frustration, worry, depression, grief, fear, anxiety, and Post Traumic Stress Disorder. Learn how acupressure for emotional healing uses points, breathing and somatic skills to focus deep within the body, allowing what is blocked to surface, be expressed and released. As acupressure points open, healing energy increases awareness, awakens the roots of emotional problems, and facilitates long lasting healing.	Emotional Release Emotional Release Prerequisite: Basic & Int Acupressure Text Required: None Emotions are a part of life for both the practitioner and client. Explore the dynamic and ways to deal with what you find. Learn to use communication and counseling skills. Discover how to guide and focus awareness to cultivate and facilitate an emotional release. Learn how to calm a client having an emotional release and bring clarity and calmness. Learn points and emotional correspondences for each Chakra.
Energy Field Massage Energy Field Massage Prerequisite: None Text Required: None The electromagnetic field surrounding the body - often called the aura - is a well documented phenomenon. In this class we explore ways to assess the body's energy field (size, shape, texture, temperature, and more) and to positively work with the field, that is "to massage" the field. We will use a style that will feel familiar to students and practitioners of Tui Na, many of the strokes are adapted from Tui Na, and Energy Field Massage (EFM) has a similar rhythm. As the Chakras are part of the electromagnetic field, they are also assessed and worked with in this class. The EFM approach has numerous therapeutic applications, such as pre and post-surgical support without direct bodily contact, working on sensitive areas and working with sensitive clients. We will discuss these applications along with selected case studies. Students will be empowered to incorporate off-the-body treatment into their current bodywork styles and to intervene with solely auric massage when appropriate. Much of the class is practical "hands-on" (without always being hands-on!), and students will get and receive sessions along with detailed supportive feedback. Day 1 of the class focuses on assessment, and Day 2 on treatment.	Essential Oils & Hot Stone Massage Clinic Essential Oils & Hot Stone Massage Clinic Prerequisite: None Text Required: None In our clinic day we will combine all three. Get & give a session (under expert supervision).
Essential Oils for Health & Healing Essential Oils for Health & Healing Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn to use essential oils to relax, invigorate, calm or excite in your healing work	Ethics & Energetics Ethics & Energetics Prerequisite: None Text Required: None In this class we engage in a lively conversation about the ethical issues that arise in Bodywork and Energywork. Plainly stated, Ethics deals with what is the right or good thing to do in the various roles and situations we find ourselves in. Beginning with definitions of ethics provided by Chinese culture and medicine, we move into codes of ethics used in the modern practice of Asian Bodywork Therapy. Special attention is given to the energetic understanding of human interactions provided by Traditional Chinese Medicine. Our guiding principle "Treat Yourself & Your Client with Kindness & Respect" serves to keep the conversation practical, and open to exploring the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual issues Bodywork and Energywork bring up, and can help us grow through.
Evaluation Preparation Evaluation Preparation Prerequisite: None Text Required: None x	Facial Acupressure Facial Acupressure Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn points that would benefit the condition and luster of the skin, relieve acne, sinus problems, jaw tension and headaches. Self-help techniques and exercises designed to relieve the tension and enhance the beauty of your face will be described and practiced.
Facial Acupressure Facial Acupressure Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn points that would benefit the condition and luster of the skin, relieve acne, sinus problems, jaw tension and headaches. Self-help techniques and exercises designed to relieve the tension and enhance the beauty of your face will be described and practiced.	Five Element Chi Gung Five Element Chi Gung Prerequisite: Recommended: Advanced Acupressure Class Text Required: Chi and Creativity by Kaleo Ching Deepen your awareness of the Five Elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine in relationship to your organs, meridians, emotions, and life process. Learn meridian body clock massage and a Five Element Chi Kung movement form for health, harmony, and alchemical embodiment. Learn Five Element sounds for emotional cleansing, harmony and renewal of the internal organs. Experience guided imagery relative to the inner alchemy of the Five Elements and create your personal collage of your Five Element Medicine Wheel for deeper self understanding.
Foot Work Foot Work Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Most everyone loves a good foot rub, it can be a delicious way to help your whole body feel rejuvenated. Come enjoy an introduction to the Acu-Points of your feet and learn some easy, natural ways to release your stress.	Fundamentals of Acupressure Fundamentals of Acupressure Prerequisite: None Text Required: Included (Introduction to Acupressure booklet) Welcome to acupressure! A great starting place for anyone interested in acupressure and Asian bodywork and a fun class to "try a little of everything." It covers a variety of hands-on techniques combining the nurturing effects of focused touch with the thousands of years old healing wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Acupressure leads you in a deep understanding of the meridian pathways of energy in the body for maximum balance and integration of mind, body, and spirit. Whether you are a massage therapist wishing to deepen your healing work, a caring friend wanting to help others in your family and community, or a seeker desiring to learn self-care, acupressure is a powerful healing modality and life-enriching tool. In this class you will learn: 1. A hands-on introduction to four main forms of acupressure: Jin Shin (mindful, gently focused touch of acu-points in purposeful patterns); Shiatsu (rhythmic massage with acu-point awareness); Reflexology (foot massage to benefit the entire body); and Do-In self-massage 2. Specific locations of select potent acu-points 3. Asian breathing and standing exercises for use with self and clients for stretching, centering, rejuvenation, stress relief, and hormonal balancing.
Gentle Yoga Gentle Yoga Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Through focused breathing and flowing movements, we allow the body to discover and relax into correct form and alignment. Combining movement with pressure points we activate and balance energy centers and pathways allowing our body's healing energy to circulate for increased vitality and rejuvenation.	Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn the basics of an ancient healing oil massage. A series of techniques and strokes for general balancing and relaxation will be taught, demonstrated and practiced. Written material included.
Healing Imagery 1 Healing Imagery 1 Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Learn the four foundational skills of imagery. Practice these skills and receive feedback. Discuss practical ways of integrating Guided Imagery into your practice. Focus on special needs and advantages of combining bodywork, relaxation, and dialogue with Guided Imagery.	Healing Imagery 2 Healing Imagery 2 Prerequisite: Healing Imagery 1 Text Required: None Develop and refine skills introduced in Healing Imagery 1. Learn advanced Imagery skills such as Grounding, Evocative Imagery, Parts Work, Inner Conflict Resolution, and Inner Child Work. Focus on discussing selected case studies from students' own practices.
Health, Hygiene & Contraindications Health, Hygiene & Contraindications Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn the best health practices for different illnesses. This class will teach hygiene for dealing with bodily fluids, rashes, respiratory expectorants, and blood. We will also cover the do's and don'ts when encountering heart diseases, respiratory illness, diabetes and many more.	Histology Tissue Matters Histology Tissue Matters Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology or equivalent Text Required: None This class teaches the basic characteristics of the body's tissues; how they develop, behave, and heal. The 4 types of tissue or explored an anatomical/physiological level and clinical applications are put into context.
Hot Stone Massage for the Meridians Hot Stone Massage for the Meridians Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Hot Stone Massage for the Meridians	Hot Stone Massage for the Meridians Hot Stone Massage for the Meridians Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Feel the earth's stone touch your skin, feel the energy of the power of the essence of the earth's core as you touch the acupressure points on yourself and other. Use the stones to bring balance, increase energy, stimulate, relax and rejuvenate the body's energy. Play and heal with the hot stones (with/without oil) on the basic acupressure points, chakras, yu points, and alarm points. Massage those aching muscles, those cold feet and work with the rhythm of the heart. An excellent class for Acupressurists seeking to add Hot Stones to their repetoire, and for Hot Stone practitioners seeking to add Acupressure energetics to their work.
Integrated Nutrition: East meets West Integrated Nutrition: East meets West Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn what foods support our emotional balance and contribute to depression, anxiety and chronic muscular pain. Key supplementation for balancing brain chemistry, nourishing nerves and building healthy joints and muscles will be discussed. Learn strategies for changing common destructive dietary habits, the physiology involved in a holistic nutritional approach and Chinese dietetics.	Intensive Orientation Intensive Orientation Prerequisite: None Text Required: None
Intermediate Acupressure: 12 Organ Meridians Intermediate Acupressure: 12 Organ Meridians Prerequisite: Basic Acupressure Text Required: Included (Int/Adv & Meridians 5 Elements booklets) Intermediate Acupressure ties together all the points you learned in Basic Acupressure with the 12 organ meridians of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It brings you into intimate relationship with the meridians as you trace their pathways and locate their most crucial acu-points near the surface of the body. You will discover the special functions and interactions of the organ meridians and how to use them to resolve imbalances and address systemic issues. You will experience how to hold acu-points with ever deepening sensitivity and awareness. In this class you will learn: 1. Important acu-points and the direction of flow of each organ meridian 2. Body/mind/spirit imbalances according to Traditional Chinese and their organ meridian associations 3. How to read the 12 organ meridian pulses 4. Body Clock awareness of diurnal Qi patterns 5. Use and location of each meridian’s source, entry, exit, and lo points 6. How energy enters and exits, transforms and moves throughout the body	Intro to Practical Anatomy (PA) Intro to Practical Anatomy (PA) Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology or equivalent Text Required: None This class prepares students for the practical anatomy series of classes. A series a classes that studies the different types of tissues and structures which make up the human body, and explores these though palpation and visualization.
Intro to Teaching Acupressure Intro to Teaching Acupressure Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn how to teach acupressure from the founder of the Acupressure Institute.	Introduction to Acupressure Introduction to Acupressure Prerequisite: None Text Required: None This class will be a playful short version of AI's Fundamentals of Acupressure class. Designed to get your friends and family into Acupressure.
Introduction to Acupressure Introduction to Acupressure Prerequisite: None Text Required: None New class. description coming soon.	Intuitive Acupressure Intuitive Acupressure Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Develop intuitive skills to enhance your acupressure practice for trusting your inner guidance. Learn to sense, feel and see energy, connect with healing guides, create boundaries, and cultivate your awareness.
Looking Within: Five Windows of Spirit Looking Within: Five Windows of Spirit Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Experience the inner vital Gifts that each of the Five Windows of Spirit (Fire, Earth, Metal, Water, Wood) offer. Using dynamic visual slideshows interlaced with compassionate inquiry, see and hear how these energetics appear in nature, your self & others. Explore which gifts are yours or your clients most common points of view and expression. Develop your practitioner skills through simple & enjoyable practices that deepen your artful questioning, and connection with your clients. Use points to support and open the windows of spirit that are showing up in your client's life for their healing.	Major Medical Disorders Major Medical Disorders Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: Tsubo by Katsusuke Serizawa Study the mechanisms involved in major medical disorders to provide a more accurate assessment of clients. Learn about your own level of skill and knowledge so you know when and how to refer clients to appropriate specialists. Explore the changes, loss and emotional aspects involved in major medical illnesses.
Medical Qi Gong II, Wind & Water Style Medical Qi Gong II, Wind & Water Style Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Acupressure, Medical Qi Gong I Text Required: None This class continues and deepens the practice of cultivation begun in Medical Qi Gong I at an intermediate level. Includes Tai Chi/Qi Gong exercises, theory, applications, and practice.	Medical Qi Gong III, Wind & Water Style Medical Qi Gong III, Wind & Water Style Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Acupressure, Medical Qi Gong 1, , Medical Qi Gong 2 Text Required: None This class further deepens the students cultivated practice of Medical Qi Gong, at more advanced level. Includes Tai Chi/Qi Gong exercises, theory, applications, and practice.
Medical Qi Gong, Wind & Water Style Medical Qi Gong, Wind & Water Style Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Acupressure Text Required: None Wind & Water Medical Qi Gong has been developed by Brian O'Dea, L. Ac. Medical Qi Gong has existed for thousands of years, and is an ancient branch of Asian Bodywork Therapy. Medical Qigong refers to a range of therapeutic methods, including applied Tai Chi/Qi Gong philosophy, movement and methods of moving energy. Grounded in ancient Chinese philosophy combined with meridian and point theory, this form balances energy (qi), blood, and body fluid flow from the inside. The goal is to balance and enhance, to cultivate, a practitioners energy and to then use that enhanced energy to facilitate the creation of greater health and balance in their clients. Practitioners cultivated intention and particular body movements are used to guide the qi in healthy directions. Tai Chi/Qi Gong exercises, theory, applications, and practice are all included. The term "Medical" is not meant to connote that this work is a form of medicine. The term is used in China to denote this kind of Asian Bodywork Therapy, to differentiate it from Qi Gong movement exercises for personal use. Both the AOBTA and NCCAOM recognize "Medical Qi Gong" as a form of Asian bodywork.	Meditative Movement Meditative Movement Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Integrate Body, Mind, and Spirit via an invigorating blend of Movement & Meditation. In this class we use Qi exercises & dancing, along with relaxing meditation techniques to release physical & emotional tensions, cultivate inner resources, and live with greater vitality and tranquility.
Meridian Lomi Lomi Meridian Lomi Lomi Prerequisite: Recommended: Intermediate Acupressure Class Text Required: Recommended Text: Chi and Creativity by Kaleo Ching Hawaiian Lomilomi massage is a traditional healing practice, using hands and forearms in kneading, gliding strokes and joint mobilization techniques. It affects the organ meridian, cardiovascular, lymphatic, endocrine, digestive, nervous, and musculoskeletal systemsof the body in a soothing and dynamic way. It is the rhythm of the ocean -- deep and penetrating, gentle and swaying. It reaches into the physical, energetic, emotional, and spiritual levels of the body.	Meridian Qi Gong Meridian Qi Gong Prerequisite: None Text Required: None
Messages from Color for the New Year Messages from Color for the New Year Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn to recognize & work with color to influence well-being and promote the flow of Qi through the Meridians and the Five Elements. In this class you will be introduced to over one hundred beautiful dual colored AURA-SOMA® Bottles, and then choose four from the set for your own journey of self-discovery.	Mid-Term Consultation Mid-Term Consultation Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Mid-term Consultation for Foundation Program
Mid-Term Consultation Mid-Term Consultation Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Midterm Consultation fpr 150 hour program.	Moxa, Cupping & Magnets Moxa, Cupping & Magnets Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Through lecture, group discussion and applications students learn to use materials that influence the meridians and overall harmony. Learn how moxa heats areas and systems, cupping dredges and drains, relieving blocks, and magnets direct flow to harmonize functions and systems. This class will help you to understand these effective healing methods and tools using hands-on experience.
Muscle Anatomy & Energetics Muscle Anatomy & Energetics Prerequisite: None Text Required: None In this class you will learn to use Western Anatomy information (muscle origin, insertion, action, etc.) together with Chinese Medicine's ideas of meridian and organ health to bring "balance" to muscles, reduce pain and promote healing. Focus will be on practical applications to strengthen weak or "deficient" muscles, and to relax tight or "excessive" muscles.	Nei Gung: Pulsing the Energy Gates of your Body Nei Gung: Pulsing the Energy Gates of your Body Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Practitioners of both Western and Eastern traditions agree that the spine, joints, organs, blood and indeed all the internal systems of the body pulsate or open and close in a natural rhythm. When the body is healthy this pulsing is even and strong. When the body becomes ill pulsing deteriorates and our bodies and well-being are compromised. In this three hour class you will learn the procedures for opening and closing the joints (pulsing) without using muscular tension. Pulsing is good for your health and relaxation. It enables you to: Increase chi circulation; Improve the circulation of fluids in your joints; Smooth and release physical, mental and emotional blockages; Deeply relax and reduce the effects of stress and tension inside your body; and develop energetic awareness.
Nei Gung: Pulsing the Energy Gates of your Body Nei Gung: Pulsing the Energy Gates of your Body Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Practitioners of both Western and Eastern traditions agree that the spine, joints, organs, blood and indeed all the internal systems of the body pulsate or open and close in a natural rhythm. When the body is healthy this pulsing is even and strong. When the body becomes ill pulsing deteriorates and our bodies and well-being are compromised. In this three hour class you will learn the procedures for opening and closing the joints (pulsing) without using muscular tension. Pulsing is good for your health and relaxation. It enables you to: Increase chi circulation; Improve the circulation of fluids in your joints; Smooth and release physical, mental and emotional blockages; Deeply relax and reduce the effects of stress and tension inside your body; and develop energetic awareness.	Neuromuscular Techniques for Stretching and Strengthening: Foundations Neuromuscular Techniques for Stretching and Strengthening: Foundations Prerequisite: Histology Text Required: Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais-Germain This class prepares students for the Stretching & NMT regional application classes. A series that studies and explores (through application) the different types of techniques which affect one's ROM, muscle tone, coordination, and posture. This series is designed for anyone who wishes to develop versatility and precision with the use of stretching and neuromuscular techniques to optimize the balance of these qualities.
Neuromuscular Techniques for Stretching and Strengthening: Lower Body Neuromuscular Techniques for Stretching and Strengthening: Lower Body Prerequisite: Histology and NMT- Foundations Text Required: Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais-Germain This class is one of a series that studies and explores (through application) the different types of techniques which affect one's ROM, muscle tone, coordination, and posture. This series is designed for anyone who wishes to develop versatility and precision with the use of stretching and neuromuscular techniques to optimize the balance of these qualities.	Neuromuscular Techniques for Stretching and Strengthening: Upper Body Neuromuscular Techniques for Stretching and Strengthening: Upper Body Prerequisite: Histology and NMT- Foundations Text Required: Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais-Germain This class is one of a series that studies and explores (through application) the different types of techniques which affect one's ROM, muscle tone, coordination, and posture. This series is designed for anyone who wishes to develop versatility and precision with the use of stretching and neuromuscular techniques to optimize the balance of these qualities.
Open House Open House Prerequisite: None Text Required: None At Our Open House You Can See & Participate in Demonstrations of this Ancient Bodywork, Ask Questions About the Work, & get a "Hands-On" Feel for the Space you will Study in. Our Gifted Instructors and Our Wonderful Counselors are here to Assist You on Your Healing Path All Attendees at Our Open House Receive a Free Energy Development Class* Ticket! If You Enroll in one of Our Outstanding Acupressure Training Programs while at the Open House, You will Receive 3 Energy Development Class* Tickets	Physiology Physiology Prerequisite: Basic Anatomy and Physiology Class Text Required: None Explore the basic functions of the body's organ systems with a fresh Western perspective and practical applications. Learn about the physiology of touch, pressure and pain, blood and immune function, blood sugar regulation, the digestivejourney and respiratory roles in maintaining homeostatic balance. Come excited and leave amazed at how incredible the human body is.
Points for Parents Points for Parents Prerequisite: None Text Required: None	Practical Anatomy: Forearm and Hand Practical Anatomy: Forearm and Hand Prerequisite: Practical Anatomy- Introduction Text Required: Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel This class is one of a series that studies and explores the different types of tissues and structures that make up the human body. Class content very closely follows the format presented in Andrew Biel's Trail Guide to the Body.
Practical Anatomy: Head & Neck Practical Anatomy: Head & Neck Prerequisite: Practical Anatomy- Introduction Text Required: Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel This class is one of a series that studies and explores the different types of tissues and structures that make up the human body. Class content very closely follows the format presented in Andrew Biel's Trail Guide to the Body.	Practical Anatomy: Leg and Foot Practical Anatomy: Leg and Foot Prerequisite: Practical Anatomy- Introduction Text Required: Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel This class is one of a series that studies and explores the different types of tissues and structures that make up the human body. Class content very closely follows the format presented in Andrew Biel's Trail Guide to the Body.
Practical Anatomy: Shoulder and Arm Practical Anatomy: Shoulder and Arm Prerequisite: Prerequisites: Practical Anatomy- Introduction Text Required: Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel This class is one of a series that studies and explores the different types of tissues and structures that make up the human body. Class content very closely follows the format presented in Andrew Biel's Trail Guide to the Body.	Practical Anatomy: Torso, Spine & Thorax Practical Anatomy: Torso, Spine & Thorax Prerequisite: Practical Anatomy- Introduction Text Required: Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel This class is one of a series that studies and explores the different types of tissues and structures that make up the human body. Class content very closely follows the format presented in Andrew Biel's Trail Guide to the Body.
Practical Anatomy: Introduction Practical Anatomy: Introduction Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology or equivalent Text Required: Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel This class prepares students for the practical anatomy series of classes. A series a classes that studies the different types of tissues and structures which make up the human body, and explores these though palpation and visualization.	Practical Anatomy: Pelvis and Thigh Practical Anatomy: Pelvis and Thigh Prerequisite: Practical Anatomy- Introduction Text Required: Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel This class is one of a series that studies and explores the different types of tissues and structures that make up the human body. Class content very closely follows the format presented in Andrew Biel's Trail Guide to the Body.
Practical Anatomy: Viscera Practical Anatomy: Viscera Prerequisite: Practical Anatomy- Introduction Text Required: Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel This class is one of a series that studies and explores the different types of tissues and structures that make up the human body. Class content very closely follows the format presented in Andrew Biel's Trail Guide to the Body.	Practical Treatment Points Practical Treatment Points Prerequisite: Basic & Int Acupressure Text Required: None Learn hands-on techniques for locating points. This class will cover how to relieve many common ailments such as nausea, indigestion, colds, and bronchitis. Explore clinical applications of various health conditions.
Practice Session Practice Session Prerequisite: None Text Required: None SUPERVISED CLINICAL PRACTICE SESSION A minimum of 4 sessions are required for our Basic Training Program. Each Wednesday from 5 to 7 pm we offer students of all levels an opportunity to practice with other students and ask questions of the faculty supervisor, at no additional cost. Current students and graduates are welcome to attend!	Pregnancy & Birthing Pregnancy & Birthing Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Explore the changes, risks and concerns of pregnancy. Learn about the birth process and how to support a birthing woman. Locate points to relieve pregnancy discomforts, facilitate birth, and progress labor. Learn about the forbidden points during pregnancy. Learn what points to use when the birth is overdue and for postpartum.
Pregnancy & Birthing 1 Pregnancy & Birthing 1 Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Students will learn acupressure, bodywork techniques, aromatherapy, holistic remedies, and self-help prenatal yoga for all trimesters in pregnancy. We will cover common discomforts and complications associated with pregnancy, as well as contraindications. Approaches of western medicine vs. ancient wisdom will be discussed for a balanced knowledge of how to help the pregnant woman make educated choices for a healthy pregnancy.	Pregnancy & Birthing 2 Pregnancy & Birthing 2 Prerequisite: Pregnancy 1 Text Required: None Pregnancy & Birthing II; Labor, Postpartum Recovery, & Newborn Care Students will learn acupressure, bodywork techniques, aromatherapy, holistic remedies, and self-help yoga for labor, postpartum recovery, and newborn care. We will cover topics including labor induction, pain relief, complications, and postpartum challenges. Students will also learn how to help parents learn acupressure for newborns who are experiencing birth trauma, colic, stress, and more. Approaches of western medicine vs. ancient wisdom will be discussed for a balanced knowledge of how to help the woman make educated decisions on how she gives birth and beyond.
Pulse & Tongue Assessment Pulse & Tongue Assessment Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: The Web That Has No Weaver by Ted J. Kaptchuk Utilize both theory and assessment techniques based on face and tongue observation and pulse reading. Apply the 8 parameters and 5 elements to pulse and tongue reading in selecting acupressure point formulas.	Putting It Into Practice Putting It Into Practice Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Integrates the material covered in the basic training classes and applies the points, meridians and flow patterns along with the techniques learned in elective classes into an hour professional session. Learn to apply simple assessment skills based on Extraordinary Channel applications, meridian and organ indications. Explore how to apply the specific flow patterns covered in the Basic Acupressure booklet, how to open a meridian, use master and source points, and the points selected in Acupressure's Potent Points.
Reflexology 2 Reflexology 2 Prerequisite: None Text Required: None ACU-REFEXOLOGY Level 2 invites you to expand your sense of touch and appreciation for natural self-healing. Many civilizations have practiced Acupressure and Reflexology for well-being. In this 2-day class you learn Reflexology nerve ending points for the digestive, lymphatic and skeletal system and study the landscape of the sole's. Your feet are a 'map of consciousness'. Your newfound language connects you then to Acupressure points and meridian pathways. Acu-Reflexology is designed to assess your clients overall intervals of harmony. The Acu-Reflexology 2 offers active session plans to natural well-being and happy feet.	Reiki Reiki Prerequisite: Basic & Int Acupressure Text Required: None Reiki, a gentle hands-on healing technique, stimulates the body's own wisdom to get to the cause of the problem. Learn how to use your hands to channel universal healing energy.
Reiki and the Meridians Reiki and the Meridians Prerequisite: Reiki Level I & II and Intermediate Acupressure Text Required: None Learn to use Reiki techniques and symbols with meridian treatment patterns. Explore energy clearing, deep breathing, and spiritual themes to use with the meridians. Connect more deeply with the spiritual aspects of Meridian flows. Tap into your intuition for guidance while using Reiki to balance the meridians. Develop skills in channeling Reiki through Acupressure points using Reiki symbols. Learn how to attune Reiki energy, broaden your knowledge of Reiki techniques, learn to transmit Reiki with the breath, Biosyen Scanning, a method for healing the aura using Reiki, and how to send Reiki as a laser beam through the points.	Reiki for Animals Reiki for Animals Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Reiki means "universal life-force energy." It has proven to be very powerful and effective in working with animals. During a Reiki session, the practitioner places his or her hands in a number of positions on the animal's body, and the healing universal life energy is transmitted to wherever it needs to go in the body. The practitioner acts as an energy channel. Reiki works at the deep levels the "body-mind," facilitating healing energy to flow freely and stimulating the body's natural ability to heal itself on a physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual level. The Class is held at the East Bay Center for the Blind, Inc. Map to this location is here.
Releasing Back Tension & Pain Releasing Back Tension & Pain Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn how to relieve chronic and acute back pain and tension for yourself and others. A series of self-help exercises and acupressure back care techniques will be described, demonstrated and practiced.	Releasing Shoulder & Neck Releasing Shoulder & Neck Prerequisite: None Text Required: None This class presents an acupressure point formula for relieving shoulder and neck tension. Key acupressure points and effective techniques for relieving tension on yourself and others will be demonstrated and practiced.
Relief from Chronic Pain: It's in Your Hands Relief from Chronic Pain: It's in Your Hands Prerequisite: None Text Required: None A focused class on simple, effective techniques for relieving Chronic Pain. Specifically designed for those living with chronic pain and their caregivers. Learn an array of points and techniques for relieving pain. Customized point protocols will be developed for each attendee.	Skin Brushing Skin Brushing Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn about the functions of the skin, benefits of skin brushing, and guidelines / precautions for implementing the Vital-Chi Skin Brushing self-care protocol developed by Dr. Bruce Berkowsky. Purpose: To provide an opportunity for learning about skin brushing and a protocol, based on the lymphatic system, to initiate a self care skin brushing regime. Material Fee $15 (2 brushes & 72 pg booklet). Wear clothes with easy access to skin (e.g. swim gear).
Spirit of the Points Spirit of the Points Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Explore the hidden meanings of points through significant associations, images and metaphors within the Chinese medicine tradition. Learn key spirit functions of a point within the context of the five elements. What makes a point resonate with the spirit of one person and not another? How does a point unlock stagnation that is impeding our vibrant health and well-being? Learn how to cultivate your own understanding of points. Learn five easy acupressure flows that can be used on their own, or combined with any style of Asian bodywork.	Table Shiatsu Table Shiatsu Prerequisite: Basic & Int Acupressure; Zen Shiatsu Text Required: None Can't work on the floor? Want to integrate shiatsu and other modalities? Work on a table. Learn how to utilize Shiatsu techniques on a massage table. Use proper body mechanics to ensure a longer bodywork life. Learn the breath - finger pressure dance for the best energy balancing results. Explore ways to increase energy flow with the client.
Table Thai Massage Table Thai Massage Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Thai massage is like an assisted yoga massage. It is profoundly effective in helping clients to stretch neglected muscles and increase range of motion and flexibility. This class covers core techniques from Northern Thai massage, including a full body routine, front and back, and adapts several floor techniques for use on the table. In this class you will learn how to use yoga-like stretches and traditional Thai massage methods for the table	Table Thai Massage Table Thai Massage Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Thai massage is like an assisted yoga massage. It is profoundly effective in helping clients to stretch neglected muscles and increase range of motion and flexibility. This class covers core techniques from Northern Thai massage, including a full body routine, front and back, and adapts several floor techniques for use on the table. In this class you will learn how to use yoga-like stretches and traditional Thai massage methods for the table
Table Thai Massage Table Thai Massage Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn how to use powerful Yoga-like stretches along with Shiatsu and other bodywork skills to perform a full-body Thai massage routine for the table.	Table Thai Massage Extended Table Thai Massage Extended Prerequisite: None Text Required: None In this class you will learn how to give a traditional Thai Massage using your hands, knees, elbows and feet to apply a powerful series of yoga-like stretches, muscle compressions and joint mobilization techniques. Theses are taught on a massage table emphasizing good body mechanics.
Tai Chi Tai Chi Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Build your personal energy through gentle Tai Chi and Chi Gung exercises.	Tai Qi Tai Qi Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Build your personal energy through gentle Tai Chi and Chi Gung exercises.
Teishin Therapy and the Eight Extraordinary Vessels Teishin Therapy and the Eight Extraordinary Vessels Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Teishin Therapy is useful for patients who are averse to needles. It also makes an outstanding adjunctive therapy for body-workers and energy-workers since it is based on Chinese Medical theory and there is no puncturing of the skin. The two-day intensive course is a series of workshops appropriate for persons practicing all manner of medical and healing arts.	Thai Belly Thai Belly Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn abdominal assessment and palpation. Special attention will be given to opening the breath and traditional Thai massage methods for approaching this vulnerable and powerful healing area of the body.
Thai Massage 1 Thai Massage 1 Prerequisite: None Text Required: None x	Thai Massage 2 Thai Massage 2 Prerequisite: None Text Required: None x
Thai Massage: Front & Back Thai Massage: Front & Back Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn how to use powerful Yoga-like stretches along with Shiatsu and other bodywork skills. Perform a full-body routine covering the front, back, and legs in prone and supine positions.	Thai Massage: Sides & Seated Thai Massage: Sides & Seated Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn a full body Thai massage using side position stretches. Discover arm stretches and techniques for releasing shoulder and neck tension in a seated position.
Tools for Holiday Stress Relief Tools for Holiday Stress Relief Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn to work with holiday emotional distresses. Move beyond coping, towards healing.	Touch for Health Touch for Health Prerequisite: suggested class Intermediate Acupressure Text Required: Touch for Health Learn to use muscle testing and points to derive information about structural, emotional, and nutritional imbalances.
Touch for Health Touch for Health Prerequisite: None Text Required: Touch for Health by John F. Thie (2005 Edition) Learn to use muscle testing and points to derive information about structural, emotional, and nutritional imbalances.	Touching Emotion Touching Emotion Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Encounter and explore the Emotions from the point of view of Traditional Chinese Medicine. By interpreting the Chinese characters for the Seven Emotions (and related concepts) we find specific Acupressure points we can use to influence emotional balance and emotional healing. Students will learn new points and flow patterns, along with deeper uses of points and flow patterns they may already know. The traditional concept of the "Art of the Heart" is shared as a way to relate powerfully and positively to the profound energies of human emotional life.
Touching Spirit Touching Spirit Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Explore the traditional Chinese ideas relating to the unity of Mind, Body, and Spirit. Study the Chinese characters for the Five Aspects of Shen/Spirit andthe acupressure points that allow us to literally "touch spirit." Learn how to incorporate these "spirit points" into your assessments and sessions.	Touching Spirit Too! Touching Spirit Too! Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Exploration of the traditional Chinese characters and concepts central to the practice of Acupressure. In this class we will focus on the Three Treasures (Jing/Essence, Qi/Energy & Shen/Spirit), the concepts of Prenatal & Postnatal Qi, the Dan Tian, along with acupressure points and flows that allow us to Cultivate our energies in ways that support our healing and evolution as "Spirits in the Material World". Learn how to incorporate these "spirit points" into your assessments and sessions.
Touching the Source Touching the Source Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Exploration of the traditional Chinese characters and concepts central to the practice of Acupressure. In this class we will focus on the Three Treasures (Jing/Essence, Qi/Energy & Shen/Spirit), the concepts of Prenatal & Postnatal Qi, the Dan Tian, along with acupressure points and flows that allow us to Cultivate our energies in ways that support our healing and evolution as "Spirits in the Material World". Learn how to incorporate these "spirit points" into your assessments and sessions.	Traditional Asian Theory 1 Traditional Asian Theory 1 Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn to assess a person's condition using the eight principles, common organ theory of Zang Fu, the six pathogenic factors as well as the theory of Qi, blood, Jing Qi, and Shen.
Traditional Asian Theory 2 Traditional Asian Theory 2 Prerequisite: Traditional Asian Theory 1 Text Required: None Continue with theories of Asian therapy presented in Traditional Asian Theory I. Learn to assess a persons condition efficiently and accurately, integrating information on the tongue, pulse, face, and symptoms. Sessions plans are supplied for each syndrome.	Tui Na 2 Tui Na 2 Prerequisite: Tui Na 1 Text Required: None The advanced Tui Na classes apply Traditional Asian Theories and present new hand techniques and range of motion. Tui Na II emphasizes large range of motion techniques for moving the Blood strongly. Learn Tai Chi animal movements, Pa Kua (the 8 Gates) and the Wu Xing (five phases).
Tui Na 3 Tui Na 3 Prerequisite: Tui Na 1 Text Required: None The advanced Tui Na classes apply Traditional Asian Theories and present new hand techniques and range of motion. Tui Na 3 emphasizes diagonal range of motion and how to address points with the 5 element hand. Learn Tai Chi animal movements, Pa Kua (the 8 Gates) and the Wu Xing (five phases).	Tui Na Applications Yang Tui Na Applications Yang Prerequisite: Tui Na Foundation Text Required: None In this class we will combine the framework of Five Element assessment with Tui Na range of motion techniques in order to address a variety of common complaints - special focus on pain relief.
Tui Na Applications Yin Tui Na Applications Yin Prerequisite: Tui Na Foundation Text Required: None This class focuses on the energetic movement in points and flows, bringing the subtle aspects of Tui Na into play to facilitate the balance of the Five Elements - special focus on emotional balance.	Tui Na Foundations: (Chinese Massage) Tui Na Foundations: (Chinese Massage) Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn the traditional active style for moving qi in the body. 12 primary hand techniques and their variations along with range of motion techniques are incorporated into a full-body pattern for prone and supine work. Emphasis is given to maintaining tai chi stances while working for the benefit of both practitioner and client. Class includes self-massage, T’ai Chi and Qi Gong exercises. Primarily table work, there is also an introduction to barefoot tui na.
Tui Na: Sports Applications Tui Na: Sports Applications Prerequisite: Tui Na I Text Required: None Apply Tui Na techniques to sports related needs such as injury prevention, performance enhancement and recovery. This hands-on class will present an overview of the needs of an athlete. Learn pre-event massage, post-event massage, and how to tailor Tui Na sessions to the needs of specific sports. Injury management techniques as well as proper methods to warm-up and cool-down during a workout session will also be covered.	Uplifting the Heart Uplifting the Heart Prerequisite: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Acupressure Text Required: None This class focuses on the Heart Meridian and its relationships with the other meridians that may be utilized to uplift the Heart and Spirit, as well as balance physical heart conditions. The class utilizes the story in the meanings of the names of points and their traditional uses, along with practical point combinations from Traditional Chinese Medicine. Acupressure session patterns and hands-on practice are included.
Wellness Forum Series Wellness Forum Series Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Every month is a different topic, a different speaker, a different experience.	Winter Solstice Winter Solstice Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Come enjoy our annual Winter Solstice Gathering/Potluck! Share food, music and great company! This year we have invited acclaimed Harpist & Acupressurist Anne Roos to provide some musical accompaniment to the evening. Anne brings heart, soul and yes, even jazz to her playing. You bring a favorite dish to share, your good company, your healing hands, your dancing feet, and we all have a good time asking the Sun to return for another year, along with sharing Our wishes and affirmations for a Healthy, Happy and Prosperous 2012!
Women's Health Issues Women's Health Issues Prerequisite: Basic, Int, & Adv Acupressure Text Required: None Deepen your understanding of a woman's cycles using Traditional Chinese Medicine. We will use active and subtle modalities to address the balance of the monthly cycle and the life-long arc of menses. Acu-points and techniques are included for harmonizing liver qi or blood stagnation, spleen qi vacuity, blood deficiency, and kidney yin or yang deficiency - helping us address symptoms such as PMS, cramps, fibroids, and menopausal challenges.	World Record Acupressure Class World Record Acupressure Class Prerequisite: None Text Required: None View and participate in demonstrations of hands on healing work.
Yi Yong Qi Gong Yi Yong Qi Gong Prerequisite: None Text Required: None We focus on the awareness and development of Qi for self-healing and to share with others so as to assist in their healing process. Each class also covers one or more Chinese characters related to healing and energetic awareness to help deepen our understanding of the eastern philosophies and practices of health and healing.	Yoga in the Morning Yoga in the Morning Prerequisite: None Text Required: None Learn how to combine acupressure points with yoga postures for self-treatment to relieve stress and tension. Class focuses on stretching and breath work to release pain and stiffness and to awaken the body's circulation and energy. Each week features poses which work with specific Meridians to bring about harmony and a greater sense of well being. Perfect for beginners and those wishing to include a gentle and invigorating practice as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Zen Shiatsu for Common Complaints Zen Shiatsu for Common Complaints Prerequisite: Zen Shiatsu Text Required: Zen Shiatsu by Shizuto Masunaga Learn advanced Zen Shiatsu techniques along with potent points and meridian do’s and don'ts. Home therapy and exercises will be taught to address common complaints and promote healing. Refinement of the Zen Shiatsu form and body mechanics will be demonstrated and practiced in class.	Zen Shiatsu Foundations Zen Shiatsu Foundations Prerequisite: None Text Required: Included (Shiatsu booklet) Zen Shiatsu. engages gentle rhythmic compression with acu-point and meridian focus in coordination with the breath of both practitioner and client for powerful relaxation and release. It employs the basic techniques of Masanaga style shiatsu and is traditionally worked on the floor, where you engage your body in alignment with gravity for deep effect. Taught on floor mats. Required for Shiatsu Program. In this class you will learn 1. An integrated style of Shiatsu that stimulates acu-points and meridians and releases tension in the neck, shoulders, back, legs, and face 2. How to give a full body session that incorporates range of motion and stretching 3. How to move rhythmically, purposefully, gracefully 4. How to use your hands, arms, and entire body effectively and without strain 5. How to incorporate breath awareness of self and client into the massage rhythm
Zodiac and the Four Pillars Zodiac and the Four Pillars Prerequisite: None Text Required: None In exploring an understanding of ourselves and our Five Elements, Natal Astrology offers us a significant body of information. in these few hours, we will find the 4 Pillar Zodiac Animal signs of our year, month, day, and hour, and then use this information to find the 5 element configuration we were born with.

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