toronto, ON
Courses at the Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo 2006
The Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo is one of two facilities in North America offering Shiatsu Therapy Training using the methods of the founder of the discipline, Tokujiro Namikoshi. We offer a diploma to graduates of our professional Shiatsu Practitioner course. The curriculum includes: Shiatsu Theory; Shiatsu History; Shiatsu Technique; Shiatsu Philosophy; Anatomy: Physiology; Pathology; Code of Ethics; Eastern Medical Theory; and Nutrition. See the schedule below for upcoming semester dates.
Website: http://www.kensensaito.com
Contact: Kensen Saito
Tel: (416) 466-8780

ADDITIONAL INTRODUCTORY COURSE
12 hr introductory course in Shiatsu therapy Is offered by Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo

This course is for the general public and is a Professional Development and Skill Upgrading Program authorized for 6 continuing education units for RMT(s) by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.
This course is not offering vocational training in shiatsu therapy.

Option One - Sunday Classes                                Option Two - Evening Classes
Two Sunday Day Classes                                        Four Thursday Evening Classes
(Apr. 1 and Apr. 15, 29, May 13)                              (Mar. 29, Apr.5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17)
10AM – 5PM (one hour lunch break)                     6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Place: 320 Danforth Ave. Suite 206  (The Carrot Common  Mall – Danforth at Chester subway station)
Price:  $180.00 plus 6% GST = $190.80                   

This course will include a brief history of shiatsu, benefits, characteristics, principles and contraindications.  The emphasis, however, will be on hands-on practical techniques.

The Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo is registered as a Private Career College under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005.  This program does not require approval under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005.

Call Lynn at (416) 466-8780 for more information and to register, or mail your registration form to 320 Danforth Ave., Suite 206 Toronto, Ont.  M4K 1N8

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Registration Form
I request to be enrolled in the Introductory Course in Shiatsu Therapy.  Enclosed is my full payment. (Make cheques payable to The Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo)
Full Name ______________________  Street Address________________________
City ________________ Postal Code ___________  Telephone (Day)_______________
Email Address _____________________                                      (Evening)____________                          

Please register for the following Option. (Put check mark in either option 1 or 2):

Option One  (   )                                        Option Two  (   )
Sunday @Apr.1 and 15                            Thurs. Mar. 29 Apr. 5, 12, 19

Total Amount Enclosed (Prices including GST) ==  190.80      

Signature_________________________

calgarY, AB
Events
Future demonstrations and events will be announced as they arise.

NEWS
Grace Visconti will be producing a series of educational booklets in conjuction with sensei Kensen Saito on various conditions. Testimonials will also be featured of people with the particular condition discussed in the article who have benefitted from the treatments. Each article will be posted in the Application section of this website. An article on Relieving Stress with Shiatsu is now on this site in the Applications section. Click on the first circle. A PDF is made available for downloading in this section. The next article Shiatsu and High Blood Pressure is now available for download from the applications section.This booklet on high blood pressure will also be available in January as a printed booklet through these two locations: the Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo in Toronto (403) 466-8780; and Grace Visconti (Shiatsu Masters) at the Holy Cross site in Calgary (403) 246-0996.


vancouver, BC

DETAILED INFORMATION ON ALL COURSES
Register Now!
The Shiatsupractor® Diploma Program 2007 is starting from May 2007. We are accepting applicants for both the one to two year Full-time and the two to four Year Part-time programs. Particularly for International Students, please register as soon as possible.

Upcoming courses:
The Shiatsu Foundation Certificate Course and Chair-Shiatsu Certificate Course are starting from May 2007 on Tuesday & Wednesday evenings. You will be able to start your diploma program and/or Spa-Shiatsu Certificate at same time. Call for more information or to register.

Check out the website for more information at the Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy.  " Now" is a good time so think Shiatsu and become a Shiatsupractor®. We look forward seeing you at our college.If you have any questions, please contact Allan Plett, Program Coordinator or Yu Bigelow, College Administrator, at (604) 904-4187 or via http://www.oyayubi.com.


Courses at the Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy of Canada
Curriculum
Shiatsu Foundation
Basic Theory - Basic shiatsu concepts are studied including such subjects as Characteristics of Shiatsu, Shiatsu and Physiological Functions, Operations of the Hands and Fingers, Kinds of Pressure Application, and Contraindications to Shiatsu.
Self Shiatsu - Learning self-administered shiatsu teaches the student basic use of the hands, correct selection of pressure application methods and all the basic pressure points. Practicing self-shiatsu can be part of a preventative and health-conditioning program.
Chair Shiatsu - In this segment, the student learns and practices a 10-minute chair shiatsu treatment as well as a 20-minute chair shiatsu treatment. This is the first time students practice shiatsu on someone other than themselves.
Whole body Treatment - The basic full-body treatment, which takes 75 to 90 minutes to complete, and includes up to 660 points, is learned and practiced. The full-body treatment is taught in stages, gradually increasing the duration of time until the complete treatment is mastered.
Aromatherapy Theory (18 hours)
History of Aromatherapy, how Essential oils are produced, the properties, uses and contraindications of 20 essential oils, client assessment, blending and carrier oils and record keeping.
Massage (45 hours)
Basic Aromatherapy massage - full body treatment
Reflexology (45 hours)
Learn the basics of Reflexology, as taught by a Touchpoint Institute Reflexology Certified Instructor. You will learn all the foot reflexes for relaxation and to assist a person in regaining and maintaining health.
Jin-Shin Do / Acupressure (45 hours)
This course is the first basic level, introducing the world of the JinShinDo bodymind acupressure system. JinShinDo uses a traditional Japanese Finger pressure technique while holding 2 acupoints concurrently.
CPR & First Aid (9 hours)
The students learn and receive basic emergency first aid. The certificate will be issued from the Canadian Red cross.
School Clinic & Field work (385 hours)
Students work at the CCST and at public events treating patients under supervision. They develop skills in taking medical history, treatment planning and Shiatsu techniques. (Prerequisites: the completion of the Shiatsu Foundation course and passing grade in clinic entrance written examination and assessment of the full-body treatment).


Japan Shiatsu Clinic Information
Open Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00am-8:00pm
Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-7:00pm
Holiday: Closed
Professional Clinic: Half Session $ 40.00 inc. GST for 30 min.
Regular Session: $ 60.00 inc. GST for 50 min.
Full Session: $ 90.00 inc. GST for 80 min.
School Clinic: Whole-body Treatment $ 30.00 for 75-90 min.
For Appoint Calls: Vancouver Tel: 604 694-0095
Fax: 604 694-0095
North Vancouver Tel: 604 904-4187
Fax: 604 904-4183
E-Mail info@oyayubi.com

CLINIC LOCATIONS
North Vancouver Clinic
Our North Vancouver clinic is situated close to the Lonsdale Quay. It is accessible by car (about 5 minutes from the Lions gate or Second narrow bridges) or public transportation (2 blocks from the Seabus Terminal).
Tel: 604 904-4187

Vancouver / Downtown Clinic
Our Vancouver clinic is situated in Yaletown / Downtown Vancouver approximately 10 minutes' walk from the Stadium Skytrain Station, near the Cambie Bridge.
Tel: 604 694-0095

Lonsdale Quay Shiatsu Centre
This Shiatsu Centre is situated at the 1st Floor of Lonsdale Quay Market.
Tel: 604 904-4186

Lougheed Mall Shiatsu Centre
This Shiatsu Centre is situated at the 1st Floor of Lougheed Town Centre Mall.
Tel: 604 421-4183

Shiatsu Villa in Nanaimo
For more information, please call ;
Tel: 250 741-8685