Holistic Reflexology

Reflexology is the study of reflex points on the feet which correspond to each organ and system in the body. One of the theories of reflexology suggests that energy flows from vital organs and systems through channels in the body and terminate to form the reflex points of the feet. When this energy flow is blocked by stress, tension or congestion, disease occurs. By massaging these reflex points, the person is relaxed, the circulation improves and the blockages are broken down, harmony and energy balance within the body are restored.

In this course we will discuss the theories, practical skills, psychological and physical health benefits of this ancient art of natural healing which has been accepted by the public worldwide and holistic care professionals and individual medical doctors.

We also include in this course how to incorporate reflexology with other related subjects such as shiatsu and acupressure, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, indications and contraindications.

A case of Irritable Bowel syndrome

"Dr. Hoffman was treating a 40-year-old, professional man, “very skeptical and rational”, for irritable bowel syndrome. “It’s a non-specific intestinal problem that can be really debilitating”, he says. “The man felt completely out of control and powerless in dealing with it.” He’s already seen a gastroenterologist for tests. We assessed his digestion, tried digestive aids, even manipulated his diet and found he wasn’t allergic to anything. We treated him for Candida, which often causes bloating, and gas, and that didn’t work. We worked on his style of eating. We tried stress reduction and relaxation, and that didn’t take. “Almost in desperation I said, “Go to a reflexologist, and who knows? Maybe that’ll will work”, And somehow it did!"

Dr. Ronald Hoffman, MD
>From the book Hands-On Healing

You will be introduced to a variety of different methods, allowing you to compare the advantages and disadvantages of different techniques (most schools in Canada, US, Europe teach only one technique). This will allow you to choose which techniques you like the best. Some of these techniques are:

1. Canadian and American procedures and techniques
2. German procedures and techniques
3. British procedures and techniques
4. French procedures and techniques
5. Japanese (Shiatsu) procedures and techniques
6. Chinese (Acupressure) procedures and techniques
7. Combinations of the best of these methods, plus your instructors' own perfected procedure and techniques
8. Applied techniques of excellence: combinations of best methods plus Kneipp system of Hydrotherapy, introduction to Aromatherapy, Stress Management, and Headache Relief.

Dates

1. Fall Semester 2009
   10 Friday Evenings
   6:00pm - 9:30pm
   Starting Date: Friday September 18, 2009
   Ending Date: Friday November 20, 2009
   Course Status: Now Accepting Applications.
   
   
2. Spring Semester 2010
   5 Saturdays
   10:00am - 5:30pm
   Starting Date: Saturday May 22, 2010
   Ending Date: Saturday June 19, 2010
   Course Status: Now Accepting Applications.
   
   
3. Fall Semester 2010
   10 Friday Evenings
   6:00pm - 9:30pm
   Starting Date: Friday September 17, 2010
   Ending Date: Friday November 19, 2010
   Course Status: Now Accepting Applications.

Fees (Fees are approved by Revenue Canada for Tax Deduction)

$875 Regular Fee. $750 Early Registration Fee. Savings of $125!! (Fees are non-refundable - subject to change without notice). Full payment must be paid by cash, money order, certified cheque Visa or MasterCard before classes start. (Sorry no personal cheques will be accepted)

Application Form

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For registration and information please call John Neumann at (403) 288-4511.

Note: Advanced Massage Techniques and Reflexology are available through the Calgary College of Health and Clinics Inc., for continuing education as a result of public demand. They are NOT part of the courses licensed under the Private Vocational Schools Act, nor are they offered as a part of the University of Calgary curriculum.