Shiatsu Academy Costa Rica
Learn to heal with your hands through the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
¿WHAT IS SHIATSU?
Shiatsu is a Japanese therapeutic art based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. Through pressure applied with the hands and body, it helps to unblock vital energy (Qi), promoting physical, emotional, and spiritual balance.
What will you gain from this course?
Professional technique based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Holistic healing (body and mind).
Become a certified therapist.
Complete training in just one year.
Ongoing practice within a supportive community.
Open to everyone, no prior experience required.
This course is for you if you want to become a therapist, improve your quality of life, or simply discover the art of healing with your hands.
What you will learn in this course
This intensive one-year course is designed to guide you step by step in the art of Shiatsu, combining theory, hands-on practice, and the core principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
| Course Area | What You Will Learn |
|---|---|
| Shiatsu Techniques | Perpendicular pressure, stretching, rotations, and sequences in supine, prone, lateral, and standing positions. |
| Traditional Chinese Medicine | Yin-Yang theory, the 5 Elements, Zang-Fu organs, 12 classical meridians, and fundamental diagnostic principles. |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Applied study of the human body: muscles, joints, organs, and body systems from a therapeutic perspective. |
| Body Diagnosis | Observation of the Hara (abdomen), back, face, tongue, pulse, and emotional states for personalized treatment. |
| Constant Practice | Over 200 hours of hands-on practice with classmates and real clients, under supervision and with constant feedback. |
| Professional Integration | How to welcome and treat real clients, case follow-up, therapist ethics, and a final supervised treatment ceremony. |
detailed course information
Course Details
Duration
Total length: 216 class hours over 54 weeks.
- Level 1: Sep 7, 2025 – Jan 25, 2026 (18 lessons, 72 h)
- Level 2: Feb 1 – Oct 4, 2026 (36 lessons, 144 h)
Start Date
Level 1: Sunday, Sep 7, 2025
Level 2: Saturday, Feb 1, 2026
Level 2: Saturday, Feb 1, 2026
Schedule
Sundays, 4 hours per session
54 weeks total (Level 1 + Level 2)
54 weeks total (Level 1 + Level 2)
Location
Costa Rica Shiatsu Massage Academy
San José, in a futon-based studio fully equipped for practice.
San José, in a futon-based studio fully equipped for practice.
What’s Included
- PDF manuals & printed study texts
- Hands-on supervised sessions
- Group practice & instructor guidance
- Final certificate ceremony
Who Can Join?
- Beginners (no prior experience required)
- Massage therapists seeking certification
- Healing & holistic wellness enthusiasts
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the course?
The course lasts one year, with regular classes that include theory, practice, and supervised clinical work.
What does the course content include?
It includes Shiatsu theory, Traditional Chinese Medicine, anatomy, physiology, practice on futon and table, professional ethics, and supervised clinical sessions.
What are the admission requirements?
No prior knowledge is required, but a strong commitment to attendance and active participation throughout the year is essential.
Does the course provide certification?
Yes. Upon completion of the training year and practical work, you will receive a Shiatsu certificate endorsed by Shiatsu Massage Academy CR.
How many practice hours are included?
The course includes over 100 hours of practice, both in simulation and supervised clinic work.
do you have questions or want to register
contact us for more information about the course, start dates, requirements, or registration, we´d be happy ho help you begin your shiatsu journey
- +506 6415 2067
- info.shiatsu.academy.crgmail.com
- Uvita, Puntarenas, Costa Rica