A Nurturing Touch: Tui Na Day

Service Description

A Nurturing Touch Saturday 27th September, 10am - 5pm Generally speaking it is true to say people love receiving hands-on work. This is a day for acupuncturists to come together and learn or refresh simple tui na techniques which can be combined with needling or as a stand-alone treatment in their own right. There will be a focus on how to include tui na into clinical practice when needling options are restricted or prohibitive e.g. during/post cancer treatment, treating anxiety and those who are fearful of needles. No experience of massage or hands-on work necessary. The day will include: • A qi gong session for our own self-care and/or for recommendations for our clients • Demonstration and practice of simple tui na techniques • Being guided while giving a one-hour simple tui na treatment • Receiving a one-hour tui na treatment from a partner • Sharing our experience of giving and receiving tui na • Notes will be provided Sally Lancaster started practising shiatsu in the late 1990s and went to on practice acupuncture after qualifying at Westminster University in 2012. In 2020 she started working with Sarah Prichard, attaining a tui na diploma in 2023. Sally continues to study and receive regular mentoring from Sarah. Friend and former supervisor of Sally, Maggie Bavington will be supporting throughout the day. Maggie practised shiatsu, acupuncture and Chinese herbs in East London for over twenty-five years. She is recently retired and now enjoys spending time on her art work. Location: Nine Springs Natural Health Centre, 70 Hendford, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1UR (in-person only, not online) Fee: £50. Spaces are limited so please reserve your place on this course by clicking on the 'Book Now' button above.