Introduction to the Kiiko Matsumoto Style

of JAPANESE ACUPUNCTURE

                           50 hours of Theory
                          50 hours of Clinic

Wonder what makes our Japanese Acupuncture course so unique?

In addition to offering 50 hours of theory in Japanese Acupuncture, students will also receive 50 hours of hands on clinical training treating patients independently, coming up with their own diagnosis and doing all their own needling. This experience and opportunity is vital in truly understand the intricacy of the art of Japanese Acupuncture.

About Japanese Acupuncture:

Japanese acupuncture refers to several acupuncture styles which have been developed or cultivated in Japan. Kiiko Style Acupuncture is one of these styles.  It is based on the work of many Japanese masters including Master Kiyoshi Nagano.                         

The goal of each treatment is to achieve the best results with the fewest needles. The result is a virtually painless treatment and the highest level of comfort – even for patients who are afraid of needles. A complete treatment that addresses both the “root” and “branch”. This means that we treat both the symptoms a patient describes and the cause of those symptoms.

Treatment tools:

In a Japanese acupuncture treatment, very thin needles and Moxa are used to stimulate points.

About the Instructors:                                                         

 Tak Tsurusaki GP-R.Ac.

Tak Tsurusaki, has been working along side Master Kiiko Matsumoto for over 20 years and has been instructing new Japanese acupuncturists for over 15 years at The Shiatsu School of Canada.

Through his apprenticeship and long term work with Kiiko Matsumoto, Tak Tsurusaki  has become recognized as a leader in the field of ‘Nagano style’ Japanese acupuncture.

  

Pavel Rankin, Hon. B.A.

After graduating from U of T (with majors in History and Linguistics), Pavel travelled to Japan where he lived and worked for two years.  He graduated with a diploma of Acupuncture (2400 hours) at the Institute of Traditional Medicine.  He has also been apprenticing with Takamasa Tsurusaki, a master of Japanese style Acupuncture, since 2011.

 Pavel specialises in Kiiko Style Acupuncture (one of several Japanese styles), noted for its gentle, palpation-based approach and the use of moxa.  His solid grasp of Japanese language has enabled him to translate medical documents as well as attend and assist at Acupuncture seminars in Japan, including ones with Kiiko Matsumoto and Tsuyoshi Shimamura.

 A practitioner of martial arts since childhood (including Aikido, Iaido, Karate and Western Boxing), Pavel has been an instructor of Kenjutsu (traditional Japanese swordsmanship) since 2010. 

Course Description:
This introductory course covers a broad range of treatment techniques from Japan, including abdominal (hara) palpation and diagnosis, subtle needling techniques and moxibustion and paste techniques.

Theory will be taught by Pavel Rankin and the clinic portion will be taught and supervised by Tak Tsurusaki.

For Non SSC Acupuncture Institute Graduates:
Students who wish to register for this post graduate course can do so by submitting a complete application form along with transcripts detailing their level of completing acupuncture training. All students must be registered with the CTCMPAO.

Each applicant will be screened for suitability. Please call (416) 323-1818 ex.22 for further information.

Course Details:

Dates:
September 21 – December 14, 2015 (Theory)
January 4 – April 4, 2016 (Clinic)
Mondays from 6:00pm-10:00pm

 Tuition:
$1000
(monthly: $125/month from August 15 – March 15, 2016)

Registration: Please call the Admissions Department at 416-323-1818 ex. 22 or toll free at 1-800-263-1703 ex. 22 for further information, to register for this course or wish to discuss various payment plans options. Minimum enrollment is required to run this course
(Applications are currently being accepted, apply early to guarantee your seat in this class.)
                              
Spaces are limited, sign up now by calling  (416) 323-1818 X 22

    
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