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Discover the Art of Shiatsu & Ashiatsu Massage (2 level) with Le Spa Massage Academy
At Le Spa Massage Academy, we are committed to providing high-quality, hands-on training in specialised massage techniques. Our Shiatsu & Ashiatsu Massage Course is designed for students and professionals looking to expand their expertise in traditional Japanese healing arts. This comprehensive course blends Shiatsu’s precise finger and palm pressure techniques along meridians with Ashiatsu’s deep, therapeutic barefoot massage to deliver a holistic and deeply effective treatment experience.
Why Choose This Course?
Our course offers a structured and immersive learning experience, combining theory with practical applications to ensure students gain the confidence and skills needed for professional practice. With a total of 200 hours of in-depth training, including supervised hands-on practice, students will develop a strong foundation in Shiatsu & Ashiatsu techniques.
Course Details
- Duration: 200 hours total
- Theory: 5 days (40 hours) of in-class learning, questionnaires, and assessments
- Practical Training: 12 days (96 hours) of face-to-face training with case study applications
- Clinic Placement: 8 days (64 hours) of supervised real-client treatments
- Location: Le Spa Massage Academy, Brisbane
- Mode of Delivery: Fully in-person, with practical training, structured self-study assignments, and supervised application
- Certification: Certification of Completion awarded upon fulfilling all course requirements
What You Will Learn
This course covers all essential aspects of Shiatsu & Ashiatsu massage, ensuring students receive a well-rounded education in both techniques.
- Shiatsu Massage
- Understanding meridian therapy, Ki (energy flow), and channel theory
- Finger and palm pressure applications for full-body treatment
- Identifying and working with key meridian points
- Contraindications, endangerment sites, and safe practice guidelines
- Consultation, assessment, and aftercare techniques
- Ashiatsu Massage
- Techniques for using feet to apply firmer pressure on major muscle groups
- Understanding the benefits of Ashiatsu for deep tissue release
- History and evolution of Ashiatsu massage
- Benefits of using oil in Ashiatsu for enhanced therapeutic effects
- Professional Skills
- Correct posture and body mechanics to minimise practitioner fatigue
- Room setup, draping, and treatment planning
- Step-by-step sequence for delivering Le Spa Academy’s signature ‘A’ Shiatsu massage
Who Should Enrol?
This course is ideal for massage therapists, bodyworkers, and wellness professionals who wish to expand their skillset with Japanese therapeutic massage techniques.
Prerequisites:
- Basic knowledge of massage therapy or bodywork is recommended
- Familiarity with anatomy is beneficial but not essential
Assessment & Certification
To ensure students meet professional standards, assessment includes:
- Practical Demonstration: Performing a full-body Shiatsu & Ashiatsu massage
- Verbal Questionnaire & Interaction: Engaging with Kim in a Q&A format during practice sessions
- Self-Study Completion: Submitting recorded practice sessions for review
Upon successful completion, students will receive a Certification of Completion, recognising their expertise in Shiatsu & Ashiatsu massage.
Join Us & Elevate Your Skills
Whether you’re looking to enhance your existing practice or start a new journey in bodywork, our Shiatsu & Ashiatsu Massage Course offers an in-depth, hands-on approach to mastering these traditional healing techniques.
Enrol today and take the next step in your professional massage career!
For more details or to register, contact us at Le Spa Massage Academy, Brisbane.