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Asian Body Work Secrets

Acupressure Basic

Acupressure Self

Chair Shiatsu

Meridian Exercises

 

Asian Bodywork

Healing  Arts  Connection, LLC  provides effective and innovative mind-body-spirit continuing education to bodyworkers, massage therapists, nurses and other healthcare professionals as well to those interested in expanding  their opportunities for  healing, peace, fulfillment, satisfaction and connection.

NEWAsian Self Care Exercises
   ($80 Admit Two or $50 Admit One) ~ 4 CE Hrs
                                                                         Sunday, Feb 21, 2010 ~ 2-6pm or

                                                                         Friday, May 14, 2010 ~ 10am-2pm

                                                                        

Acupressure Basic
   
                                                                            Sat-Sun, Feb 27-28, 2010 (10am-6pm) or
                                                                            Sat-Sun, May 15-16, 2010 (10am-6pm)

Chair Shiatsu I  Special: $100 if paid by Feb 12, 2010 for class on Thursday, Feb 25, 2010

Asian Bodywork Package: "26 CE Hours for $370" includes:

    *
  Chair Shiatsu I - Thursday, Feb 25, 2010 (9am-6pm) or
                                                                  Sunday, June 6, 2020 (9am-6pm) 

  * Asian Self Care Exercises - Sunday, Feb 21, 2010 (2-6pm) or
                                                                                                   Friday, May 14, 2010 (10am-2pm)

  * Acupressure Basic -   Sat-Sun, Feb 27-28, 2010 (10am-6pm) or
                                                                            Sat-Sun, May 15-16, 2010 (10am-6pm)

$370 - Asian Bodywork Package ~ 26 CE Hours.  Put date choice in message or send email with choice of dates to info@How2Heal.com

 

Asian Bodywork Instructor - Brian Skow, M.S., LMT, Dipl. ABT, NCCAOM; Certified Practitioner, AOBTA
 


 
 

Asian Self Care Exercises

Movement is essential to health. Regular exercise of the Western-type is good for the body, while that of the Asian-type is focused on Vital Energy (“Ki” in Japanese and “Qi” in Chinese). Through Asian exercises such as Qigong, the Makko Ho (also known as Meridian Exercises or Zen Imagery Exercises) and Yoga, Ki is developed and the flow of Ki throughout the body is encouraged. At the same time, the physical structure is stretched and strengthened. Finally, some Asian exercises elevate the heart rate, with aerobic and anaerobic training effects.

 In this Asian Self Care Exercises course, the participant will practice: 

•           The “Lifting the Sky” and “Carrying the Moon” Qigong exercises.

•           The six Basic Makko Ho, plus those for the Conception and Governing Vessels.

•           The Five Tibetans, a set of five, active yoga exercises.

At the end of the course the participant will be able to perform each of the above exercises, explain the main principles of the exercises, and recount the basic history behind the exercises. The course is intended for participant self-care. It is not intended to teach therapists to teach their clients.   If they desire, they should bring a Yoga mat

Prerequisite: None... Participants should preferably have some experience with exercise, particularly Qigong, stretching, calisthenics and/or Yoga. Participants should be prepared for a fairly "physical" four hours.

What to B
ring: Water bottle & yoga mat or large towel
Instructor: Brian Skow, M.S., LMT, Dipl. ABT, NCCAOM; Certified Practitioner, AOBTA
Dates:              
Sunday, Feb 21, 2010 (2-6pm) or
Friday, May 14, 2010 (10am-2pm)


(email: info@How2Heal.com for more dates)

Location:  1715 W Northern Avenue, Ste. 116, Phoenix, AZ 85021
Investment:
$80 ~ Admit Two- Both will receive a certificate upon completion of the course or $50 Admit One
Continuing  Education: 4 NCBTMB continuing education hours for massage therapists

 Register Now

Asian Self Care Exercises

Sunday, Feb 21, 2010 ~ 2-6pm $80 (Admit Two)
Sunday, Feb 21, 2010 ~ 2-6pm $50 (Admit One)

   
Friday, May 14, 2010 ~ 10am-2pm $80 (Admit Two)
Friday, May 14, 2010 ~ 10am-2pm $50 (Admit One)

   


 

 

Acupressure

    Acupressure is a healing art based on traditional  Chinese, Japanese and Indian medicine.  Acupressure is similar to the better known acupuncture in that it treats blockages of energy at specific points along fourteen meridians, or channels, along the body, that wind through the body and major organs, terminating either on the feet or hands. However, the acupressure practitioner uses gentle, firm pressure from the fingers, hands and sometimes elbows, instead of needles, making it much less painful and anxiety-causing for the recipient.  

    The practitioner applies this gentle pressure on specific points in order to relieve pain and discomfort, prevent tension-related ailments, and promote good health. The purpose of acupressure is to promote the body’s own healing power and restore balance.

   Acupressure can be used to support a persons healing when experiencing any number of conditions such as stress headaches, neck and shoulder pain, allergies, menstrual difficulties, insomnia, digestive problems, nausea and back pain.   It is also being touted as a "non-invasive" facial rejuvenation technique.  Acupressure is a healing art that anyone can learn to use with themselves and several of the techniques can be applied in a short amount of time and without recognition by an untrained observer.  Others prefer to visit an acupressure practitioner and many use both methods at various times.  Acupressure lends itself to incorporation into various modalities and significant benefit for the recipient can be gained in a few seconds or minutes.

Acupressure Basic ~ By gently stimulating particular points on the body, muscular tension can be relieved and endorphins, which help in alleviating pain, are stimulated. By using the fingertips, thumbs and hands on these key points, circulation can improve and the body’s immune system is stimulated. Acupressure, when practiced on a regular basis, stimulates self-healing and can be a very effective injury prevention and health enhancing practice.  Participants learn to use acupressure to support  their own or another persons healing when experiencing conditions such as stress, headaches, neck and shoulder pain, allergies, menstrual difficulties, insomnia, digestive problems, nausea and back pain.      

Comments from participants: "Excellent.  One of the best & understangable basic Oriental Medicine class ever attended.  I would like to take more classes here." AJH, LMT 12.17.09

Prerequisite: None   
Instructor: Brian Skow, M.S., LMT, Dipl. ABT, NCCAOM; Certified Practitioner, AOBTA
Dates:         
Saturday-Sunday, February 27-28, 2010  ~ 10am-6pm ~ Special: $200 if paid by  Feb 12, 2010
Saturday-Sunday, May 15-16,
2010 ~ 10am-6pm ~ Special: $200 if paid by  May 1, 2010

Location:  1715 W Northern Avenue, Ste. 116, Phoenix, AZ 85021
 
Investment: $240 Special: $200 if paid by (see above dates)
Continuing  Education: 14 NCBTMB CE hours for massage therapists       
                                                    

Register Now   Acupressure Basic

Saturday-Sunday, February 27-28, 2010  ~ 10am-6pm Early Bird $200 if paid by Feb 12

Saturday-Sunday, February 27-28, 2010  ~ 10am-6pm $240
   
Saturday-Sunday, May 15-16, 2010  ~ 10am-6pm Early Bird $200 if paid by May 1
Saturday-Sunday, May 15-16, 2010  ~ 10am-6pm $240
   

 


Chair Shiatsu I

Chair Shiatsu I
Shiatsu
is Japanese bodywork. The primary technique of Shiatsu is gentle, deep pressure, using fingers (shi means finger and atsu means pressure in Japanese). This pressure is given without oil, on a clothed client. The combination of very relaxing pressure and a clothed client makes Shiatsu an ideal application for a chair therapy. In this Chair Shiatsu I course, the participant will be able to demonstrate a protocol and variety of techniques for a twenty minute Chair Shiatsu therapy. Included topics:

 ·        An overview of Asian medicine, including the branches and medical theories.

·        An overview of Zen Shiatsu, including main principles.

·        Palm pressing the spine.

·        Thumb pressing along the spine.

·        Thumb pressing the neck and shoulders.

·        Anma percussion techniques to disperse tightness in large areas.

·        Anma rotation techniques to disperse tightness in small areas.

·        Shoulder rotation techniques.

·        Arm grasping technique

·        Stretches for the back, arms, neck and shoulders, and chest.

Prerequisite: None   
Instructor: Brian Skow, M.S., LMT, Dipl. ABT, NCCAOM; Certified Practitioner, AOBTA
Dates:              
Thursday, February 25, 2010 (9am-6pm) Special: $100 if paid by Feb 12
Sunday, June 6,
2010 (9am-6pm)
Special: $100 if paid by May 24

Location:  1715 W Northern Avenue, Ste. 116, Phoenix, AZ 85021
Investment: $130  
Special: $100 if paid by  Early Bird Date listed
Continuing  Education: 8 NCBTMB continuing education hours for massage therapists

Register Now Chair Shiatsu
 

Chair Shiatsu I

Thursday, February 25, 2010  ~ 9am-6pm Early Bird $100 if paid by Feb 12
Thursday, February 25, 2010  ~ 9am-6pm $130
   
Sunday, June 6, 2010  ~ 9am-6pm Early Bird $100 if paid by May 24
Sunday, June 6, 2010  ~ 9am-6pm $130
   



Notes:

Nutrition and Lifestyle News: Acupuncture for Labor Pain and Acupressure for Menstrual Pain.
Two new studies suggest that acupuncture and acupressure may ease labor pains and menstrual discomfort, respectively. A British review of three studies of acupuncture showed that women receiving acupuncture during labor requested less pain medication than those who got conventional care, were satisfied with treatment and, in one study, were more relaxed in the birthing process than women in a comparison group. However, the reviewers concluded that additional studies are needed to confirm that acupuncture can reliably control labor pains. Results were published in the November 2004 issue of the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Another study, from Taiwan, published in the November 2004 issue of the Journal of Advanced Nursing, found that 20 minutes of acupressure eased acute menstrual pain better than 20 minutes of bed rest. The acupressure was applied with the thumb at a point the width of three fingers above the bone on the inside of the ankle. Pressure was applied for six seconds and released for two seconds repeatedly during two five-minute cycles on each leg.

Sources: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, November 2004

Journal of Advanced Nursing, November 2004


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