Tui Na

Tui Na Workshop

Learn the Ancient Practice of Tui Na:
The parent of most Asian bodywork techniques, Tui Na has been traced back to 1700 B.C. Despite similarities to Western massage therapy, the intent of Tui Na is specifically therapeutic and works along the energy meridians of the body to release blocked qi (life force energy).
The words Tui Na translate into "push-grasp" or "poke-pinch" in Chinese. Similar to Shiatsu massage therapy, Tui Na uses rhythmic pressing, tapping and kneading movements with the palms, fingertips, and knuckles that help remove blockages along the meridians of the body and stimulate the flow of qi and blood to promote healing. Like acupressure, Tui Na directly affects the flow of qi by holding and pressing acupressure points of the body.
Tui Na for Health and Well Being
Tui Na's massage-like techniques range from light stroking to deep-tissue work that is necessary to release deep-seated or chronic conditions. One of Tui Na's advantages over simple massage is its ability to focus on specific problems, especially chronic pain associated with the muscles, joints, and the skeletal system. It's especially effective for joint pain (such as arthritis), sciatica, muscle spasms, and pain in the back, neck, and shoulders. It also helps chronic conditions such as insomnia, constipation, headaches (including migraines), and the tension associated with stress.
As with other styles of Asian bodywork, Tui Na is designed to prevent problems, not just correct them. By keeping the body's energy in balance, health is maintained. This is true not just for physical health, but for mental and emotional well-being as well.
What You Will Learn
This intensive 2-day workshop will cover the basics of Tui Na as well as give students plenty of practice time. By the end of the weekend, you will know:
• Hand techniques and when to use them
• Acupressure points for specific conditions
• Basic energy meridian locations
• How to sustain your energy through Qi Gong and meditation practice
• How to give a complete treatment
• Basic Cupping techniques

Students will give and receive Tui Na treatments throughout the weekend. Not only will you learn a valuable healing technique to use with your family and friends, but you will experience the benefits of Tui Na first hand.