HeartMind Bodywork

Congrats to September 101 Graduates!

beckywhitmer — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 16:03:55 +0000

Our 2012 Basic Training started this September, and Sunday, 9/9, was graduation day for the first module. After 4 days of deep immersion in “Meridian Magic” our student clinic was a smashing success. Students walked away with not only their certificates but also a deep appreciation of what they learned in just 4 days.

102 in October will take us on a deep dive into “Five Element Flow” – a study of each of the 5 elements recognized in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): Fire, Earth, Metal, Water and Wood. Students will also build on the foundational technique sequence learned in 101 with techniques for approaching every meridian channel from every position (prone, side and supine).

Graduates of 101 (or equivalent) are invited to enroll. The dates for the October training are Thursday – Sunday, 10/4 – 10/7, 9am – 6pm.

HeartMind Bodywork – OPEN HOUSE – Aug 22

beckywhitmer — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 21:53:01 +0000

Join us for a lively and inspiring evening of discovery. We will present an overview of the HeartMind Shiatsu curriculum, experience a sampling of the modality through hands-on group practice, and finish our gathering with some delicious refreshments. We’re sure you will enjoy the views from the Bodywork Bistro Living Arts Center, home to our school.

HeartMind Bodywork – OPEN HOUSE – July 25

beckywhitmer — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 18:50:28 +0000

Join us for a lively and inspiring evening of discovery. We will present an overview of the HeartMind Shiatsu curriculum, experience a sampling of the modality through hands-on group practice, and finish the evening with some delicious refreshments. We’re sure you will enjoy the views from the Bodywork Bistro Living Arts Center, home to our school.

Join us at Yoga Rocks the Park in June!

beckywhitmer — Wed, 30 May 2012 04:30:02 +0000

HeartMind Bodywork is pleased to be participating in Yoga Rocks the Park each Saturday on the Boulder Library lawn during the month of June. Stop by between 9am and noon to learn more about our programs and to experience HeartMind Shiatsu free of charge.

The specific dates are: June 9, 16, 23 and 30. Join us for a fun morning of yoga, music, and bodywork!

Namaste….

203: Five Elements, Organ Networks, Yin Yang, Deficiency Excess

beckywhitmer — Wed, 30 May 2012 02:16:16 +0000

In Five Elements, Organ Networks students deepen their understanding of Organ Network energies, particularly focusing on the nature of yin and yang and excess and deficient patterns in great detail the psycho-physical realm. Leon Hammer’s seminal work, Dragon Rises, Redbird Flies, provides the springboard for the study and treatment of the signs and symptoms of life energy patterns in body, mind and spirit. Students learn to discern between Yin Deficiency and Yang Excess, Yang Deficiency and Yin Excess and how these patterns of disharmony manifest and how they might best be treated to restore balance and harmony to the entire system. Of particular interest is the process of development and maturation over time, the recognition of enduring patterns, and the choices we have to shift to new and more powerful ways of being in the world. Students apply these principles to their own life, and by extension discover how they can use these powerful insights to assist clients in the treatment room.

202: Classical Chinese Medicine Patterns and Syndromes

beckywhitmer — Wed, 30 May 2012 02:14:25 +0000

In this level, students learn the rich and detailed tapestry of human wellness through an in-depth study of Etiology, the discernment of External Pernicious Influences, the Internal Endogenous Causes of Dis-ease, and the Five Fundamental Substances and Spiritual Essensces. These topics are covered through a lively combination of guided meditation, selected readings, lecture and discussion. In addition, tongue and pulse Assessment are introduced as tools for discernment of signs and symptoms. Practical discovery of the various patterns and etiologies as well as effective clinical strategies for treatment are explored. Much time is given to Supervised Clinical Practice throughout this level leading to a refinement of skill and increasing treatment room confidence.

201: Meridian Extensions, Six Divisions, Eight Temperaments

beckywhitmer — Wed, 30 May 2012 02:12:32 +0000

Students deepen their work with the Masunaga Zen Shiatsu method through study of the Meridian Extensions and Six Divisions of Yin and Yang in body, mind and spirit. We explore the various manifestations of yin and yang, especially as expressed through Temperament and Personality. Yin Yang theory is creatively descibes the changes and transformations that occur in any natural system throughout time and space The recognition of the stages of transformation in any living system leads to deep and powerful insights into health and balance. By understanding the interactive dynamics of Yin Yang and the Five Elements, students learn to treat deficiencies or excesses in any element through any other element as a function of Creation and Control Cycle dynamics. In this class, we explore the application of this transformational theory to both the physical and psycho-spiritual body. Masunaga Meridian Extensions, Eight Temperaments theory of Yves Requena and Five Element Creation and Control Cycle theories inspire and inform our study and practice.

104: Clinical Application

beckywhitmer — Wed, 30 May 2012 02:08:33 +0000

Incorporating the content of the previous three levels, students embrace a total overview of the body/mind/spirit energy to effectively meet clinical challenges that may arise in their practice. Additional tools of Extraordinary Vessel Theory along with extensive Clinical Supervision and Discussion bring students to the place where they can confidently integrate HeartMind Shiatsu services in a professional clinical setting. With successful completion of this level students earn a certificate of satisfactory completion of the HeartMind Shiatsu Basic Training.

103: Pattern Recognition

beckywhitmer — Wed, 30 May 2012 02:06:49 +0000

In this level students learn the art of pattern recognition through a study of kyo/jitsu deficiency excess model of Master Masuanga’s Zen Shiatsu system and the use of the Four tools of Assessment: Looking, Asking, Listening/Smelling and Touching. All previously learned material is integrated into flowing sessions led by movement, awareness and pattern recognition with multiple points of contact using thumbs, palms, forearms, elbows and knees. Additional elegant positions and movement combinations are introduced. Much like vinyasa flows in yoga, various sequences of movement and acu-point stimulation are practiced to give students a full range of technical approaches for clinical application. Masunaga’s Front and Back Assessment Areas are studied, and effective assessment palpation practiced. A semi-private tutorial with the Instructor is required between 103 and 104.

102: Five Element Flow

beckywhitmer — Wed, 30 May 2012 02:04:05 +0000

Building upon the content of 101 students now learn the Theory of the Five Elements and how they manifest through the organ networks to enliven body/mind/spirit. The traditional correspondences of the Elements are the cornerstone of the course, grounding students in the basic attributes of each of the Five Elements and how they express themselves in Nature and in Humanity. Students begin to discern the signs and symptoms of each of the Elements, and in this way, begin to practice the art of creating treatment plans tailor made to the specific needs of each client. Yoga-inspired Meridian Stretch Exercises are practiced as both a tool of treatment and assessment, and traditional shu point assessment methods will be introduced.