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Learning Reflexology

One of the attractive features of reflexology is how simple it is and how easy it is to learn. Most people find the techniques quite easy to perform. Those people who do have difficulty getting their hands to perform the techniques will usually find that with practice they are able to develop their ability to perform the techniques quite quickly. Once a person has learned the techniques and how to apply them, they are able to perform reflexology competently, and, can anticipate that the people that they work on will be delighted with the results.

However, it is my belief that reflexology is essentially an intuitive healing art. Consequently, at this point the learning has only just begun. Developing one's intuitive sense of performing reflexology is a lifetime long process.

Similarly, there are a lot of people practicing reflexology, all of whom have developed their own knowledge of  reflexology. These reflexologists can also be a rich source of new knowledge for students.

At the same time, there are a lot of areas of expertise outside of the actual application of the techniques that will enhance a reflexologists performance. For example, listening and communication skills, or, "people skills", and, knowledge of other healing modalities.

If you are practicing in a "professional" capacity, then bookkeeping, record keeping, marketing, networking, public speaking, article writing and computer skills can all be of valuable service.

We offer an instructional video and training courses to assist you to learn reflexology:

"FOOT REFLEXOLOGY - A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE." Instructional Video or DVD  $22.95

This professionally produced video/DVD guides you step-by-step through giving a complete foot reflexology session. The combined visual demonstrations and verbal instructions make it very easy to follow. An independent reviewer for Common Ground Magazine remarked that even her four-year-old child could follow it and is effective.

"Foot Reflexology: A Step-by-Step Guide" puts reflexology techniques right at your fingertips - even if you have never heard of reflexology before. It provides an excellent way for you to spend quality-nourishing time with family members and friends, and - being so easy to follow - anyone may participate. If you already know how to practice reflexology, it will make it possible for you to receive all the pleasures and benefits of a reflexology session from anyone!

After following "Foot Reflexology: A Step-by-Step Guide"" a number of times, you will discover it is no longer necessary for you to listen to the instruction. You can turn the sound off, and, the visual images will be sufficient to guide you. Eventually, it is possible that you will no longer need the video at all. The ability to give foot reflexology sessions will be at your finger tips anytime, any place that you want it!

"Foot Reflexology: A Step-by-Step Guide" is a wonderful gift. It provides opportunity for many hours of pleasure, the ability to relieve stress, tension, and many aches and pains - including many of the symptoms of disease.

"Foot Reflexology: A Step-by-Step Guide" can open up whole new areas in a person's relationships and be very empowering for them, especially when reports of their new-found skill - reflexology - begin to circulate.

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Basic Holistic Foot Reflexology Course  $325.00 + GST

This intensive seventy hour course is offered in both weekend and evening course formats, and consists of twenty hours of group instruction, ten hours home study and forty hours of practicum. Enrolment is limited to fourteen participants ensuring plenty of personal supervision during the learning process. A complete set of course notes plus an audio tape that guides the listener through a complete foot reflexology session are provided to participants to support them in their learning.

The first evening of the course commences with an introduction to the historical and theoretical context of reflexology. The evening is completed with a “hands-on” introduction to the techniques used to loosen up and relax the feet and the basic techniques used to stimulate reflexes.

Saturday, instruction covers preparation for a session and learning the techniques used to stimulate the different reflexes of the feet.

Sunday, these techniques are repeatedly reviewed by participants to develop confidence.

At the conclusion of the course instruction the requirements of the home study and practicum are reviewed before participants set out to practice on their friends.

Participants submit documentation of their practice and home study for review and coaching upon completion of their practicum. Participants who are not able to submit their documentation in person submit it by mail.

The promise of the course is that participants who complete the requirements will be able to practice foot reflexology competently.

 A certificate is awarded for successful completion of the course.

This course, combined with the Advanced Reflexology Professional Skills Certificate Course prepares you to write the Reflexology Association of British Columbia professional standard exam.

This course has also been accredited by the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia for their Continuing Education and Professional Development program.

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Advanced Reflexology Professional Skills Course          $325.00 + GST

This sixty hour course is offered in a weekend format only, and, consists of twenty hours of instruction, followed by twenty hours of practicum and twenty hours of assignments. Enrolment is limited to fourteen participants to ensure plenty of personal supervision during the learning process. Participants are provided with a complete set of course notes to support them in their learning.

The prerequisite for this course is completion of a basic course in foot, hand or ear reflexology and a basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

The intent of the course is to empower you in the development of your knowledge and skill in your professional practice of reflexology.

The curriculum includes (and is not limited to) the topics: the nature of stress, medical terminology, hygiene, keeping client records, reflexology basic principles,  first aid, meanings of sensitivity, use of pressure, dynamics of relating to recipients, frequency of sessions, contraindications, code of ethics and conduct, basic business skills, and, understanding health conditions. 

At the conclusion of instruction the requirements of the practicum and assignments are reviewed.

Participants are required to submit documentation of their practice and assignments for review and coaching upon completion of this course.

Participants can expect to deepen their understanding and broaden their knowledge of reflexology and related topics. A certificate is awarded for successful completion of this course.

 This course, combined with the Basic Holistic Foot Reflexology Certificate Course prepares you to write the Reflexology Association of British Columbia professional standard exam.

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Basic Holistic Hand Reflexology Course  $325.00 + GST

This intensive seventy-hour course is offered as a weekend course and consists of twenty hours of group instruction followed by forty hours of practicum and ten hours of home assignment. Enrolment is limited to fourteen participants ensuring plenty of personal supervision during the learning process. A complete set of course notes are provided to each participant to support them in their learning process.

The first evening of the course commences with an introduction to the historical and theoretical context of reflexology - with an emphasis on hand reflexology. The evening is completed with a "hands -on" introduction to techniques used to loosen up and relax the hands and the basic techniques used to stimulate reflexes.

On Saturday morning, a succinct presentation of the functioning of each part of the body is interwoven with instruction in the techniques used to stimulate the reflex areas of your own hands. This is followed in the afternoon by practising these newly learned techniques. To complete the day, techniques are used to loosen up and relax another person's hands are taught and practised.

Sunday, the hand loosening and relaxing techniques are reviewed before learning how to apply reflexology to another person's hands. Most of the day is spent learning and practising these techniques.

At the conclusion of the course instruction the requirements of the practicum are reviewed before participants set out to practice on their friends.

Participants submit documentation of their practice for review and coaching upon completion of their practicum. Participants who are not able to submit their documentation in person submit it by mail.

A certificate is awarded for successful completion of the course. The promise of the course is that participants who complete the requirements will be able to practice hand reflexology competently on themselves and other persons. A certificate is awarded for successful completion of the course.

This course has been accredited by the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia for their Continuing Education and Professional Development program.

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Basic Holistic Ear Reflexology Course  $325.00 + GST

This intensive seventy-hour course is offered as a weekend course and consists of twenty hours of group instruction followed by forty hours of practicum and ten hours of home study. Enrolment is limited to fourteen participants ensuring plenty of personal supervision during the learning process. A complete set of course notes are provided to each participant to support them in their learning process.

The first evening of the course commences with an introduction to the holistic, historical and theoretical context of ear reflexology - with an introduction to the ear reflexology chart. The evening is completed with a "hands -on" introduction to techniques used to stimulate reflexes of the ears. Short nails on the thumb and index finger are required for effectiveness.

On Saturday morning, each segment of the ear is introduced with a presentation of the value of stimulating the reflex areas contained within each segment. This is interwoven with instruction in the techniques used to stimulate the reflex areas of each segment of the ears. 

Sunday is a day of review and practicing the techniques to develop confidence.

At the conclusion of the course instruction the requirements of the practicum are reviewed before participants set out to practice on their friends.

Participants submit documentation of their practice for review and coaching upon completion of their practicum. Participants who are not able to submit their documentation in person submit it by mail.

A certificate is awarded for successful completion of the course. The promise of the course is that participants who complete the requirements will be able to practice ear reflexology competently. A certificate is awarded for successful completion of the course.

This course has been accredited by the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia for their Continuing Education and Professional Development program.

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