2026 enrolments now open for Diploma of Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies, Zen Shiatsu and Oriental Medicine Frameworks Short Courses

Unlock Your Elemental Potential: A Two-Day Workshop Exploring the Five Element Approach to practice

Venue: The Living Centre
Upcoming Dates:

Course duration: 2 days

Cost: $595

Step into a realm of self-awareness and healing, as we unravel the mysteries of the Constitutional Five Element approach—an innovative take on the time-tested wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

In this weekend retreat, embark on an enlightening adventure, delving into the primal energies that form the foundation of the cosmos, human existence, and your innate being. Experience the transformative power of the Five Element diagnostic model that transcends conventional TCM, shedding light on the synergy between Color, Odor, Sound, and Emotion in shaping our elemental blueprint.

Under the expert tutelage of Angela Lane, unfold the captivating interplay among Mother Nature, your emotions, and your authentic core. Engage in stimulating conversations and experiential learning to uncover the elemental traits that forge your distinctive identity and untapped resources.

Key Takeaways from Our Workshop:

  • Immerse yourself in the spirit of the Five Elements and appreciate their influence on both the universe and your personal journey.
  • Attune your senses to the dynamic vibrations of Color, Odor, Sound, and Emotion.
  • Participate in enriching activities that unveil your unique elemental expressions.
  • Examine how harmonizing with one’s Constitutional Element fosters rapport and more effective treatment strategies.

This workshop is tailor-made for bodywork therapists, such as Shiatsu practitioners and acupuncturists, looking to enhance their understanding and therapeutic tools for their clientele. We recommend a prior grasp of East Asian Medicine to maximize your learning experience.

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the “Unlock Your Elemental Potential” workshop, where well-being, equilibrium, and revitalized energy await you. Book your seat now and step into a world of endless possibilities.

About the facilitator

Angela Lane

Angela is a clinician, teacher, avid walker and gardener.  She has run a multimodality practice, treating a wide range of health conditions for 40 years. Angela has post-graduate qualifications in Health Sciences and Philosophy and brings together a broad range of knowledge. She is a senior supervising Acupuncturist in the Southern School of Natural Therapies Clinic and teaches Philosophy and Ethics at the Australian Shiatsu College.

Classes

All day workshop on Saturday 17th – Sunday 18th October

Location: The Living Centre

Course fees

Earlybird price
(payment in full by September 4th, 2026)
Price
Practitioner540595
Student495540

Deposit

A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place.

Refund policy

The deposit of $100 is non-refundable.

Balance refundable if cancellation is given 14 days before workshop commencement.

Pre-requisite

Bodywork therapists with a background in East Asian Medicine (eg Shiatsu practitioners, acupuncturists, kinesiologists etc.)

CPD&E points

12

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