Zen Shiatsu - “The Practical Course“

Next Course Intake: May 2026

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Touch is the most instinctive form of healing.

Shiatsu is a dynamic body therapy in which the therapist interacts with the receiver to restore balance in the energy system. It is founded on the Traditional Chinese Medicine theory that energy moves through channels within the body, known as meridians. Shiatsu practitioners aim to restore balance through the meridians to promote health and strengthen the body’s healing abilities.

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A person is performing a medical or therapeutic procedure on another person's leg, using a large marker to circle or mark a spot on the leg. The person is wearing a black shirt and beaded bracelets, and the person receiving the treatment is lying on a bed or table with their ankle and foot visible, wearing patterned socks.
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Why study Shiatsu?

Imbalances in the body, that is, too little or too much qi, can manifest in various ailments depending on which meridians are affected. Zen Shiatsu provides healing in a gentle non-invasive way with the use of various body parts, to move and balance qi.

Practitioners use their fingers, thumbs, elbows, knuckles, feet, and palms, to assist in the manipulation and mobilisation of joints, gentle stretching, and acupressure.

This Japanese form of dry massage is completed on the floor where the client wears comfortable clothing, and is suitable for all ages and health conditions.

Performing a Shiatsu routine is therapeutic for the practitioner as well, as it requires flexibility, mobility and strength.

After this course, students will have hands-on experience and competency in:

  1. Understanding the Fundamentals of Zen Shiatsu

  2. Mastering Zen Shiatsu Manual Techniques

  3. Performing 5 Complete Zen Shiatsu Routines

  4. Practitioner Self-Care, including Do-In

  5. Insight into our bodies 14 Meridians, including their major treatment points

Key Course Information

Study Mode

Monthly face-to-face workshops in Sydney (8 in total) with a small online theory component.

Intimate Classes

Each course intake has a student cap of 12 people (6 pairs) for specialised individual tuition.

Hands-On Course

This is a practical course, which will focus on patient engagement from the first lesson.

Course Price

The cost of this course is $3,500 including GST). Payment plan applications are available upon approval.

Course Structure

The course will commence in May 2026 and will run for 8 months

Study Commitment

Practice, Practice, Practice. The more you do, the better you get.

Course Fees 2026

OPTION 1

Course Only

Pay in full by 8th May 2026, includes:

Zen Shiatsu - “The Practical Course”

Pay by EFT $3,500 incl. GST

OPTION 2

Course + Unlimited Yoga

Pay in full by 8th May 2026. includes:

Foundations of Zen Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies Course

PLUS - month unlimited yoga pass (valued at $1,500)

Pay by EFT $4,500 incl. GST

Secure your spot and enrol now:

OPTION 1
OPTION 2

Bank Account Details for EFT

*Payment plan applications are available upon approval

Terms & Conditions

All payments are in $AUD; All payments are inclusive of GST; No additional service fees are applicable; Additional charges may apply to overseas transaction and foreign currency conversions; Full course fees are 100% refundable if the course is cancelled by Masters Meridian Yoga; Fees are refundable in full (minus an administration fee of $200-) if you cancel on or before 30 days prior to course commencement; Course bookings are fully transferrable providing the transferee meets the application requirements;  In the event that you are unable to complete the course due to serious illness or accident all reasonable measures will be taken to provide a pro-rata refund amount and/or the ability for the student to complete the course at a later date as agreed by the parties; All learning resources are provided online to complete the course, please note that we do not print learning resources as we care for the environment. You will be required to provide your own computer and internet connection.
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Meet Lisa Masters

The founder of Masters Meridian Yoga and the creator and principal teacher of this course. Lisa began her training in 1988 with Andrzej Gospodarczyk and holds a graduate diploma in Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies (HLT52215). She has been teaching Shiatsu since 1996. In 1998, Lisa opened her first yoga studio, the College of Therapy Yoga and Zen Shiatsu, in Gladesville, where she witnessed firsthand the transformative benefits of both yoga and Shiatsu for her clients. With over 40 years of experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lisa continues to support clients through her clinic practice. She is also a registered member of the Shiatsu Therapy Association of Australia (STAA).

Frequently Asked Questions

  • This course has been designed to get your hands, on clients, from the first session. You will learn via doing in face to face workshops!!!

    Our focus is on teaching you, the student, the techniques and routines first, while the underlying theory and principles will be introduced as we progress.

  • Our workshops will be held in-person monthly in Gladesville, Sydney.

    There will be 8 full day practical workshops and an online theory component.

  • This is an entry-level course, with no prior knowledge needed.

    Anyone wishing to start or improve their knowledge of meridians and Shiatsu to achieve positive health outcomes for family and friends.

  • No, This course is designed primarily for those wishing to be able to confidently provide Zen Shiatsu at an entry level.

    The credit will be your enhanced knowledge of meridans.

  • Yes. The ability to have hands-on skills will benefit you as a teacher by allowing you the option to further improve your clients health outcomes.