SHIATSU WORKSHOP (MAR 14-15 2026)

FOUNDATIONAL WORKSHOP

Basic Course & Certification

WHEN:
March 14–15, 2026

Schedule
Saturday: 12:00–5:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00–3:30 PM

Who Can Attend

Open to all KoKoDo Members, Academy members, and Academy friends & family, yogis, body mind wellness practitioners

✔️ Required certification for KoKoDo JuJutsu practitioners before testing for Shodan
✔️ A powerful addition for practitioners of other holistic or movement-based modalities

About the Course

This immersive two-day, hands-on workshop introduces the core principles and techniques of KoKoDo Keiraku Shiatsu—a time-tested healing art rooted in Japanese bodywork traditions.

Participants who successfully complete the full weekend will receive Basic KoKoDo Shiatsu Certification.

KoKoDo Introduction Manual included

What to Expect

• Hands-on practice & guided partner work

• Book study and theory breakdown

• Live Q&A

• Introduction to Moxa and K-Tape applications for athletes and Jujutsu practitioners

Curriculum Overview

Days 1 – Foundations

• History of Shiatsu

• The Concept of Ki

• Yin & Yang Theory

• Five Element Theory

• Kyo / Jitsu Theory

• Yu Ketsu & Bo Ketsu

• Secret Hirata Zones

• Basic Kata for all 12 regular meridians

• Hara (no) Shiatsu

• Hand, Foot, and Facial Acupressure

Day 2 – Review and Intro into Advanced Concepts & Applications

• Distal Tsubo Points

• Tsubo Formulations

• Advanced Hirata Zonation for Treatment

• “Miracle” Pain Points

• Lymphatic Treatment Methods

• Acupressure Taping

• Moxa Techniques

• Advanced Treatment Applications

Advanced Certification Credits

✔️ Days 1–2 count as 4 Advanced Credits toward Advanced KoKoDo Shiatsu Certification
✔️ For already-certified practitioners, please register for the Review & Advanced Package

Important Notes

Some students that have the experience in KOKODO Shiatsu may be eligible for Advanced certification