finding a quality shiatsu massage

[x.ILoveLeeS.x]

i want to try one and i'm not really educated in the credentials or training in this modality. i'd like to try a hands shiatsu technique, rather than footwork for a first time.

point me in the right direction... t100

 

[Danielle P]

I would ask anyone local who advertises they do Shiatsu:

1. Where did they get their training?
2. How many hours do they have?
3. Is it floor or table work?
4. Can they describe their technique?

Look for someone who has plenty of training. They should know their meridians & eastern techniques as well as you know your muscles & western techniques. Look for someone who does floor work & incorporates meridian reading, acupressure & stretching in combination. If you can get a referral from someone who recommends them - even better. You'll want to wear loose-fitting clothing & don't eat a lot before your appointment. Drink lots of water after! (Like regular massage).

I love the Ohashi style of Shiatsu. Don't know where in Florida you're located, but here's someone in Boynton Beach:
http://www.wilburmay.com/ohashi.htm
He teaches, which means his skill level is high, but I notice he's also available for individual sessions.

Here's someone in Ft. Lauderdale:
http://www.ohashiatsu.org/Bios/US/GwynethCatlin.html

I love shiatsu. If you follow through on an appointment, let us know how it goes!

 

[stacy]

I agree with the questions Bliss posted, also asking if they are proficient at using Shiatsu alone or if they are only blending it into a mostly western style session.

The form I practice is a Yang-style Kata shiatsu, which means it incorporates motion, uses long sweeping passes of presses and compressions, and "kata" because it is a pre-determined sequence that is designed to promote deep relaxation and tonify or sedate all the channel systems by the end of the routine.

 

[Pompal 09.]

Hey Mush,

Did you ever get to try a Shiatsu appointment?

 

[Mon]

In different areas of Southern California Shiatsu cannot be done on the floor as they don't allow massage to be done on the floor. I tried to tell the city I owned my old business in that Reiki is NOT massage and Shiatsu is done ON the FLOOR.

To no avail...

 

[Fairytale]

mush: You can find professional shiatsu therapists online here:

http://aobta.org/

The AOBTA is a professional organization (think ABMP/AMTA) for bodyworkers of Asian modalities. Members have to submit proof of their training and must meet certain educational requirements.

There is a search feature on the site that allows you to search for a therpist in your area.

 

[P3RF3CTLY FLAW3D]

In different areas of Southern California Shiatsu cannot be done on the floor as they don't allow massage to be done on the floor. I tried to tell the city I owned my old business in that Reiki is NOT massage and Shiatsu is done ON the FLOOR.
To no avail...

Find a "large" table then ..?

Then it's not "done on the floor" but on a "bench". And the law will fall flat?

Is there an scare of touch in USA?