Certificates on Zen Shiatsu Massage

• Instructor: Kim Le Robertson
• Duration: 1 day

Master the Art of Zen Shiatsu Massage at Le Spa Massage Academy

Zen Shiatsu Massage is a deeply therapeutic and holistic approach to bodywork, blending traditional Japanese healing techniques with modern therapeutic applications. At Le Spa Massage Academy, our Zen Shiatsu Massage Course provides students with the knowledge, techniques, and hands-on experience needed to deliver effective and balanced treatments that promote overall well-being.

What is Zen Shiatsu Massage?

Zen Shiatsu is a Japanese bodywork practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, focusing on the flow of Ki (energy) through meridians in the body. By applying rhythmic finger and palm pressure to these pathways, practitioners help restore balance, reduce tension, and improve overall health.

Shiatsu is a traditional healing art from Japan, Its name Shiatsu is most commonly translated as “finger pressure”. Moreover, the practitioners also use their thumbs, palms, elbows, knees and feet, pressing on meridian points to deliver the treatment.

Shiatsu is quite different from other massage therapy forms such as Swedish Massage or Aromatherapy. It is both a form of physical therapy and a means to greater integration of body, mind and spirit.

Benefits of Zen Shiatsu Massage

• Relieves muscle stiffness and tension
• Enhances circulation and energy flow
• Promotes deep relaxation and stress relief
• Supports emotional and mental well-being
• Helps balance the body’s natural healing mechanisms

Why Take This Course?

This course is ideal for massage therapists, wellness practitioners, and bodyworkers looking to expand their skills with a specialised, holistic approach. Our comprehensive training ensures that students gain both the theoretical knowledge and practical expertise to confidently integrate Zen Shiatsu techniques into their professional practice.

Prerequisites:

• Basic knowledge of massage therapy or bodywork is recommended.
• Familiarity with anatomy is beneficial but not essential.

Course Deliverables

By enrolling in this course, students will receive:

• Course Manual with in-depth theoretical knowledge.
• Hands-on Training in Shiatsu techniques, posture alignment, and client assessment.
• Supervised Practical Sessions working with real clients.
• Certification of Completion upon successfully fulfilling all course requirements.

Practical Sessions: What You Will Learn

This in-person, hands-on course covers essential aspects of Zen Shiatsu, including:

• Shiatsu Massage Techniques – Master precise finger and palm pressure applications.
• History of Shiatsu – Understand its origins and evolution.
• Meridian & Ki Theory – Learn the energetic pathways and principles.
• Channel Theory & Point Physiology – Explore key meridian locations and their physiological effects.
• Contraindications & Endangerment Sites – Ensure safe and effective treatments.
• Client Consultation & Assessment – Develop personalised treatment plans.
• Risk Management Procedures – Maintain professional and ethical practice.
• Posture & Body Mechanics – Learn correct techniques to minimise practitioner fatigue.
• Room Setup & Draping – Create a professional and comfortable environment.
• Step-by-Step Sequence for Le Signature ‘A’ Shiatsu Massage – Deliver full-body treatments with confidence.

Assessment & Certification

To ensure competency and professionalism, students will be assessed through:

• Practical Demonstration – Perform a full-body Zen Shiatsu massage.
• Verbal Interaction & Q&A – Engage in discussions with Kim to deepen understanding.
• Self-Study & Submission – Provide recorded or written documentation of practice sessions.

Upon successful completion, students will receive a Certification of Completion, recognising their expertise in Zen Shiatsu Massage.

COURSE RECOGNITION

The Zen Shiatsu Massage Course is designed to equip you with both theoretical and practical skills enabling you to work as a professional therapist in Zen Shiatsu Massage. The course is approved by Massage Association of Australia (MAA) and recognised by the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT), of which Le Spa Massage Academy is a Platinum Training Provider. Once you have graduated with your Professional Certificate in Cupping Therapy, you are eligible to join IICT and gain professional membership which offers members with various advantages.

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