Theories and techniques necessary for effective practice of JSD Acupressure, beginning with 45 main JSD points, progressing to over 200
important points, and correlating point location with anatomy. Exact angle of point stimulation is emphasized. Students begin to practice by
following release examples and later learn to improvise based on tension patterns devoted to demonstration and practice. Required for
practitioner registration. Classes may be taken individually for self-help.(150 Hours)
Taught by Authorized JSD teachers.
General Notes:
Basic
Basic principles, techniques and theories of Acupressure. Location of 55 acupoints, with anatomical detail and individual attention. Beginning with
1) Simple color-coded release method and basic neck release and
2) Segmental Release Method for bodymind armoring. Local and distal point theory. "Pal Dan Gum" movements. Segmental exploration including
Bodymind associations of each segment. Body Focusing and breathing techniques to facilitate tension release. The 8 Strange Flows, or
Extraordinary Meridians; assessment and Strange Flow release patterns for general bodymind relaxation. (40 Hours)
May 19-20, 26-27, June 3
Philadelphia (Mt. Airy), PA
email smmarkman@earthlink.net or call 215.247.1228
Stephen Markman, teacher
May 31, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20
Philadelphia (Pine St.) PA
call (610) 255-3785 or email nldjsd@yahoo.com
Nancy Dennis, teacher
Intermediate
Prerequisite: Basic JSD with Authorized Teacher.
Meridian theory. The Six Divisions. Basic peer counseling skills for processing feelings. Location and psycho-physical associations of the 12
meridians. Location of 60 additional points in relation to surrounding anatomy. Defense mechanisms and defensive attitudes related to yang
meridians; emotional spectra related to yin meridians. Transformation of Qi. Zang/Fu theory. Meridian release patterns. Specific point
combinations for energic problems. Legal-ethical issues. Building trust. Assessment of tense segments. Basic pulse reading. Use of local-distal
point combinations of appropriate meridians. (55 hours)
Call Nancy Dennis, Stephen Markman
Advanced
Prerequisite: Intermediate JSD with Authorized Teacher.
Introduction to "Five Elements" theory of energic inter-relationships and bodymind application to energic and muscular imbalance. The "Emotional
Kaleidoscope." Mu, Shu, 5 Element, "Windows of the Sky", Source and Luo points. Application of 5 Elements theory to energic and muscular
hypoactivity or hyperactivity. Pulse reading. Point palpation to assess energic imbalance (Yu, Mu and Windows of the Sky). Planning
interventions to restore bodymind energy balance. (30 hours)
April 14, May 12, June 2, June 30
Langhorne, PA
Call 610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
June 21-24, 2012
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
August 15-18, 2013
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
Body Mind Awareness
Prerequisite: None
The purpose of this class is to increase comfort with feelings and images which may arise during sessions. Empathy. Active Listening.
Communication skills. The power of words; conscious and unconscious levels of communication. Using the suggestive form. Accepting,
encouraging and following the process. Understanding the therapeutic relationship: transference and counter-transference. Ethics. Confidentiality.
Implications of touch and questions of intimacy. (25 hours)
May be taught by an authorized JSD teacher, if qualified, or a psychotherapist.
April 27-29, 2012
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
February 16-18, 2013
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
Prerequisite: Advanced JSD with authorized teacher.
This class provides an opportunity to review point locations and angles, and to integrate the material of Module I, plus an in-depth study of Strange
Flows, Organ Meridians, Zang/Fu, Segments and Five Phases, along with additional theories and special point groups. The bodymind focus of this
class varies from teacher to teacher. Parts may be taken in any order. (100 hours)
Taught by Authorized JSD teachers.
NOTE: For Acupressurist Registration, students are required to complete Module II, Parts 1 and 2, before applying. Part 3 may be completed after
registration, if necessary. Students applying to the Intensive Teacher Training Program will be required to complete Module II, Part 2 with Iona
Teeguarden, even if they have previously completed a Module II approved by the Jin Shin Do¨ Foundation. They will also be required to complete a
Bodymind Awareness Trancework Class (25 hours) and Bodymind Trancework and Trauma (25 hours) with Iona.
Part 1: Integration of Key Theories (30 Hours)
A) In-depth study of Strange Flows, emphasizing their function and including over 150 Strange Flows points, most of which were introduced in
Module I. Practice: new SF release patterns. (21 hours)
B) Integration of Strange Flow, Meridian and Segmental theories in assessment and point combinations. Special powerful point groups:
Entry/exit points: general and group lo points; the 8 meeting points, associated points, combining points; etc. (14 hours)
September 8, October 13, October 27, November 10, 2012
Langhorne, PA
Call 610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
September 13-16, 2012
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
Part 2: Master Class (35 Hours)
A) Review of all Basic and Intermediate points for accuracy of location and precision of angle. (14 hours)
B) Demonstration of assessment skills: point palpation, pulse reading, questioning, listening, looking.
Specific applications of Segmental, Strange Flow, Meridian, and Five Phases theories to common problems such as neck, shoulder, and back
tension/pain, headache, chest/respiratory problems, menstrual difficulties, pelvic tension, digestive stress, insomnia, joint problems. Includes focus
on bodymind process skills. (16 hours)
Those who have already taken this class may take it as a review for $50 a day.
August 9-12, 2012
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
December 8, 2012, January 12, February 9 and 23, 2013
Langhorne, PA
Call 610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
September 12-15, 2013
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
Part 3: Expanding Theoretical Horizons (35 Hours)
A) Causes of imbalance: Exogenous and endogenous causes of dis-ease, including the 6 External Pathogens and the 7 Evil Emotions
(reviewed); the 4 Levels (Protection, Qi, Nutrition, Blood). Review of 6 Divisions; Zang/Fu theory; Curious Organs. Fundamental
substances. Introduction to the 8 Principles. (21 hours)
B) Tendino-Muscular meridians and their relevance to JSD Acupressure, accumulation points. (14 hours)
February 24, March 19, March 30-31, 2013
Langhorne, PA
Call 610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
November 7-10, 2013
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
For AOBTA. 70 Hours of Clinical Experience.
May be obtained as an internship ("in house" at a bodywork school), or as an "externship" (in a supportive professional setting , with supervision
from an authorized JSD teacher, acupuncturist, psychotherapist, chiropractor, physical therapist, doctor or other health professional). In either
case, the entire process of the 70 hours of clinical experience must be supervised by an authorized JSD teacher.
Unit 1. Clinical experience using Jin Shin Do¨ Bodymind Acupressure
(50 hours)
Teleconference Supervision: Group or Individual by appointment
Call 1.610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, Teacher
Unit 2. Direct supervision. To include: greeting and interacting with clients; being respectful of the client's process; emphasizing the
positive and ending sessions on a positive note; note-taking and writing case studies; sound business practices; counter-indications;
legal-ethical considerations. (20 hours)
Group or Individual on-site supervision, by appointment
Call 1.610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, Teacherh
important points, and correlating point location with anatomy. Exact angle of point stimulation is emphasized. Students begin to practice by
following release examples and later learn to improvise based on tension patterns devoted to demonstration and practice. Required for
practitioner registration. Classes may be taken individually for self-help.(150 Hours)
Taught by Authorized JSD teachers.
General Notes:
- Please contact the instructor or institution directly about registration, policies and procedures for individual classes. Class
dates and locations may change without notice. - Jin Shin Do classes are avocational and adjunctive training, offered for both personal growth and professional application.
Basic
Basic principles, techniques and theories of Acupressure. Location of 55 acupoints, with anatomical detail and individual attention. Beginning with
1) Simple color-coded release method and basic neck release and
2) Segmental Release Method for bodymind armoring. Local and distal point theory. "Pal Dan Gum" movements. Segmental exploration including
Bodymind associations of each segment. Body Focusing and breathing techniques to facilitate tension release. The 8 Strange Flows, or
Extraordinary Meridians; assessment and Strange Flow release patterns for general bodymind relaxation. (40 Hours)
May 19-20, 26-27, June 3
Philadelphia (Mt. Airy), PA
email smmarkman@earthlink.net or call 215.247.1228
Stephen Markman, teacher
May 31, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20
Philadelphia (Pine St.) PA
call (610) 255-3785 or email nldjsd@yahoo.com
Nancy Dennis, teacher
Intermediate
Prerequisite: Basic JSD with Authorized Teacher.
Meridian theory. The Six Divisions. Basic peer counseling skills for processing feelings. Location and psycho-physical associations of the 12
meridians. Location of 60 additional points in relation to surrounding anatomy. Defense mechanisms and defensive attitudes related to yang
meridians; emotional spectra related to yin meridians. Transformation of Qi. Zang/Fu theory. Meridian release patterns. Specific point
combinations for energic problems. Legal-ethical issues. Building trust. Assessment of tense segments. Basic pulse reading. Use of local-distal
point combinations of appropriate meridians. (55 hours)
Call Nancy Dennis, Stephen Markman
Advanced
Prerequisite: Intermediate JSD with Authorized Teacher.
Introduction to "Five Elements" theory of energic inter-relationships and bodymind application to energic and muscular imbalance. The "Emotional
Kaleidoscope." Mu, Shu, 5 Element, "Windows of the Sky", Source and Luo points. Application of 5 Elements theory to energic and muscular
hypoactivity or hyperactivity. Pulse reading. Point palpation to assess energic imbalance (Yu, Mu and Windows of the Sky). Planning
interventions to restore bodymind energy balance. (30 hours)
April 14, May 12, June 2, June 30
Langhorne, PA
Call 610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
June 21-24, 2012
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
August 15-18, 2013
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
Body Mind Awareness
Prerequisite: None
The purpose of this class is to increase comfort with feelings and images which may arise during sessions. Empathy. Active Listening.
Communication skills. The power of words; conscious and unconscious levels of communication. Using the suggestive form. Accepting,
encouraging and following the process. Understanding the therapeutic relationship: transference and counter-transference. Ethics. Confidentiality.
Implications of touch and questions of intimacy. (25 hours)
May be taught by an authorized JSD teacher, if qualified, or a psychotherapist.
April 27-29, 2012
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
February 16-18, 2013
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
Prerequisite: Advanced JSD with authorized teacher.
This class provides an opportunity to review point locations and angles, and to integrate the material of Module I, plus an in-depth study of Strange
Flows, Organ Meridians, Zang/Fu, Segments and Five Phases, along with additional theories and special point groups. The bodymind focus of this
class varies from teacher to teacher. Parts may be taken in any order. (100 hours)
Taught by Authorized JSD teachers.
NOTE: For Acupressurist Registration, students are required to complete Module II, Parts 1 and 2, before applying. Part 3 may be completed after
registration, if necessary. Students applying to the Intensive Teacher Training Program will be required to complete Module II, Part 2 with Iona
Teeguarden, even if they have previously completed a Module II approved by the Jin Shin Do¨ Foundation. They will also be required to complete a
Bodymind Awareness Trancework Class (25 hours) and Bodymind Trancework and Trauma (25 hours) with Iona.
Part 1: Integration of Key Theories (30 Hours)
A) In-depth study of Strange Flows, emphasizing their function and including over 150 Strange Flows points, most of which were introduced in
Module I. Practice: new SF release patterns. (21 hours)
B) Integration of Strange Flow, Meridian and Segmental theories in assessment and point combinations. Special powerful point groups:
Entry/exit points: general and group lo points; the 8 meeting points, associated points, combining points; etc. (14 hours)
September 8, October 13, October 27, November 10, 2012
Langhorne, PA
Call 610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
September 13-16, 2012
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
Part 2: Master Class (35 Hours)
A) Review of all Basic and Intermediate points for accuracy of location and precision of angle. (14 hours)
B) Demonstration of assessment skills: point palpation, pulse reading, questioning, listening, looking.
Specific applications of Segmental, Strange Flow, Meridian, and Five Phases theories to common problems such as neck, shoulder, and back
tension/pain, headache, chest/respiratory problems, menstrual difficulties, pelvic tension, digestive stress, insomnia, joint problems. Includes focus
on bodymind process skills. (16 hours)
Those who have already taken this class may take it as a review for $50 a day.
August 9-12, 2012
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
December 8, 2012, January 12, February 9 and 23, 2013
Langhorne, PA
Call 610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
September 12-15, 2013
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher
Part 3: Expanding Theoretical Horizons (35 Hours)
A) Causes of imbalance: Exogenous and endogenous causes of dis-ease, including the 6 External Pathogens and the 7 Evil Emotions
(reviewed); the 4 Levels (Protection, Qi, Nutrition, Blood). Review of 6 Divisions; Zang/Fu theory; Curious Organs. Fundamental
substances. Introduction to the 8 Principles. (21 hours)
B) Tendino-Muscular meridians and their relevance to JSD Acupressure, accumulation points. (14 hours)
February 24, March 19, March 30-31, 2013
Langhorne, PA
Call 610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
November 7-10, 2013
Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Call 757.428.3588, ext. 7285 or register at http://www.edgarcayce.org under "Massage School"
Deborah Valentine Smith, teacher.
For AOBTA. 70 Hours of Clinical Experience.
May be obtained as an internship ("in house" at a bodywork school), or as an "externship" (in a supportive professional setting , with supervision
from an authorized JSD teacher, acupuncturist, psychotherapist, chiropractor, physical therapist, doctor or other health professional). In either
case, the entire process of the 70 hours of clinical experience must be supervised by an authorized JSD teacher.
Unit 1. Clinical experience using Jin Shin Do¨ Bodymind Acupressure
(50 hours)
Teleconference Supervision: Group or Individual by appointment
Call 1.610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, Teacher
Unit 2. Direct supervision. To include: greeting and interacting with clients; being respectful of the client's process; emphasizing the
positive and ending sessions on a positive note; note-taking and writing case studies; sound business practices; counter-indications;
legal-ethical considerations. (20 hours)
Group or Individual on-site supervision, by appointment
Call 1.610.917.8265 or email jsdeast@verizon.net
Deborah Valentine Smith, Teacherh
| Jin Shin Do® Classes Descriptions and Schedules |
| Jin Shin Do® Module I Includes Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, and Bodymind Awareness |
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| Jin Shin Do® Module II Includes Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 |
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| Intensive Jin Shin Do® Teacher Training Program (80 hours.) Contact the Jin Shin Do® Foundation for Bodymind Acupressure® at www.jinshindo.org |
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| Jin Shin Do® Module IV with Iona Marsaa Teeguarden |
| Opportunity to study with Iona on the east coast! June 5 – 14, 2012 Part 1: Bodymind Trancework, Prerequisite: Basic JSD (Module 1, part 1 Part 2: Bodymind Trancework & Trauma, Prerequisite: Module IV, part 1 Part 3: The “Emotional Kaleidoscope” & Abuse Issues, Prerequisite Module IV, part 2 (For more information, see www.jinshindo.org ) |
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