Each weekend will include review of the Five Element theory in relation to the elements. There will also be time for practice treatments on each other. A range of self development exercises will be covered each weekend. These will include Makko-ho stretches, Do-In exercises, breathing and meditation exercises plus any exercises individual teachers may include. Course Curriculum
Duration: The Year Two Certificate comprises 22 days over eleven weekends (one weekend per month) Please note that you will need to complete the One Year certificate first Fee: £1000
The course will run subject to numbers. Refreshments are provided during the day but please make your own arrangements for lunch.
WEEKEND 1 Practical Skills: Hara diagnosis • Location of Bo and Yu points • Developing practice techniques • Working with the breath Theory: Kyo-jitsu theory • Discussion of assignment requirements
WEEKEND 2 Practical Skills: Introduction to Kyo-jitsu reaction • Developing treatment practice• Introduction to case study • Techniques for tonifying and dispersing Theory: Kyo-jitsu theory • Physiology of the lymphatic system, anatomy of the eye and ear
WEEKEND 3 – METAL Practical Skills: Review classical LU\LI meridians and points • Treatment of the extended LU\LI meridians • Develop treatment techniques • Application of Kyo\jitsu in treatments Theory: Masanaga’s theory of LU\LI • Physiology of the respiratory system • Anatomy of the skin
WEEKEND 4 – EARTH Practical Skills: Review classical ST\SP meridians and points• Treatment of the extended ST\SP meridians • Develop treatment techniques • Application of Kyo\jitsu in treatments • Grounding exercises Theory: Masanaga’s theory of ST\SP • Physiology of the digestive system
WEEKEND 5 – FIRE- 1 Practical Skills: Review of classical HT\SI meridians and points •Treatment of the extended HT\SI meridians • Develop treatment techniques • Application of Kyo\jitsu in treatments • Meditation exercises Theory: Masanaga’s theory of HT\SI • Physiology of the cardiovascular system
WEEKEND 6 – WATER Practical Skills: Review of classical BL\KD meridians and points • Treatment of the extended BL\KD meridians • Develop treatment techniques • Application of Kyo\jitsu in treatments • Exercises for the spine Theory: Masanaga’s theory of BL\KD • Physiology of the urinary system
WEEKEND 7 – REFLECTION AND REVIEW Practical Skills: Back diagnosis • Review and recap of extended meridians • Develop treatment techniques • Application of Kyo\jitsu in treatments • Training clinic Theory: Review of Kyo-jitsu theory • Self care and recommendations for clients
WEEKEND 8 – FIRE 2 Practical Skills: Review of classical TH\HP meridians and relevant points Treatment of the extended TH\HP meridians • Develop treatment techniques • Application of Kyo\jitsu in treatments Theory: • Masanaga’s theory of TH\HP • Physiology of the nervous system
WEEKEND 9 – WOOD Practical Skills: Review of classical GB\LV meridians and relevant points • Treatment of the extended GB\LV meridians • Develop treatment techniques • Application of Kyo\jitsu in treatments Theory: Masanaga’s theory of GB\LV• Physiology of the endocrine system
WEEKEND 10 – OVERVIEW Practical Skills: Recap all meridians and practice treatments in different positions • Training clinic Theory: Project presentations• Physiology of the reproductive system • Recap on theory.
WEEKEND 11 – ASSESSMENT AND LOOK FORWARD Practical Skills: • Practical assessments • Exchange treatments Theory: Project presentations, submission of assignments • Introduction to Year 3
