"Take a look at those two open hands of yours. They are tools with which to serve, make friends, and reach out for the best in life. Open hands open the way to achievement. Put them to work today." Wilifred Peterson
Stone Therapy Introductory Level Course is created to fulfill the needs and interests of busy professionals who are keen on getting a core insight into the protocols and applications of heated therapeutic stones, particularly those who are interested in combining hydrotherapy protocols with the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It represents an unique fusion of Eastern and Western bodywork that is simple, interesting and fun to learn.
The Introductory Course is also designed for massage therapists have a previous experience in hot stone therapy but want to increase awareness in regards to Traditional Chinese Medicine, especially understanding of heat/ Yang deficiencies and excess.
The Introductory Level Course at a Glance
Curriculum topics covered include, among others:
Elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Shiatsu) in conjunction with Swedish (massage) protocols: elements, Meridians, movement of Qi, Yin/Yang and heat therapies, Hara diagnosis
Electromagnetic and mineral properties of basalt stones (magnetic therapy)
Hot stone therapy essentials (heating procedures, cleaning procedures, equipment, setting up the therapy room, oils and lotions, types of heaters, suppliers etc.)
Outline of the generic hot stone therapy treatment (a full body, prone, supine and side positions thoroughly explained based on two hours treatment length)
Indications and contraindications for the hot stone therapy
How to sell and set yourself apart
Supervised clinical work: receiving and giving one two-hours hot stone therapy treatment
Massage therapists will be also provided with the Course Manual (app. 85 pages), and awarded with a Certificate of Attendance upon completion and submission of practical part of the training (see bellow).
The (Hot) Stone Therapy Introductory Course Break- Down
One-day intensive hands-on part that includes presentation, demonstration and additional supervision in respect to clinical part of this work, 9hrs or 4.5 CEUs
Open book written exam based on the 65 page Introductory Manual, approximately 3hrs or 1.5 CEUs
Five 100 minute treatments documented and submitted (within nine months from the day of the training) prior to issuing the Certificate of Attendance, 8 hours or 4.CEUs
TOTAL CERTIFIED UNITS: 10
Time: 10 am - 7 pm
2006 Toronto Dates: December 17th (please see the Calendar Page). Usually the third or fourth Sunday in month.
2007 Toronto Dates: January 28, February 25, March 11, April 22, May 27, June 24, July 29, August 26, September 23rd, October 28, November 25, December 16
Other Locations: If you would like to organize the Course in your city or province please e- mail or call 416-878-5392. The minimum commitment is 10-12 participants.
Hot Stone Therapy - Introductory Level Course (only)
$249.00 (+ GST, $263.94)
This one-day intensive (as described above) is created to fulfill needs and interests of busy professionals who are keen on getting a core insight into protocols and applications of heated therapeutic stones.
Hot Stone Therapy - Introductory Level Course with a Professional Set of Stones
$408.00 (+ GST & GST/PST on stones, $$445.20)
One -day Introductory Level that also includes $10.00 off your first set of stones .For stone sets description please look bellow. For home study optionsclick here.
Professional Set of Basalt Stones,
20-22 lbs., or 46-48 basalt lava stones from Peru, is regularly priced at $169.00 (+ GST/PST).Our Professional Set contains:
8 cozy toe stones
7 small working stones
11 medium working stones
13 large palmar stones
3 X large palmar stones
2 XX large (Sacrum) stones
2 deep tissues stones
2 medium pillow stones
When you purchase this set in combination with some of Stone Therapy Courses you will receive a $10-25% discount off the regular price. For more information about our sets please visit our Retail Store section.
HEATERS: We do not sell them now, and we probably will not sell them in the future either. To find out why please click here.
Pay-Pal secure log in through our web-site. There is no need to open the account and you will receive the invoice instantaneously.We have been using Pay Pal for four years now, and it proved to be reliable and safe way for our on-line transactions.
Call in our office with your credit card number (VISA/Master Card) Tuesday to Thursday 10-2pm @ 416-878-8392
Debit payments-please follow the Interac/Debit Link that works with any major Canadian bank.
Cash payments: please call for the appointment before you come-we sometimes have classes and field trips in the middle of the week and are not on premises 24/7.
Certified check or money order
All payments should be completed and cleared before your begin your class.
Please note that all payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. Stone Waters Continuing Education will refund fees if the workshop is cancelled but is not liable for any expenses incurred by the participant due to withdrawal from the workshop. Stone Waters Continuing Education reserves the right to cancel or change course dates.
Also, please download, print and fill out our Registration Form. To download Acrobat Reader, click here. All prices shown in brackets include all applicable taxes.
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