• Main topics covered in this module:

  • Understanding and working with the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system.
  • Changing paradigm: from a mechanical approach to a system repatterning.
  • Working by objectives: definition of objectives and achievement of results.
  • Interact with the fascia.
  • PNF.
  • The complete set of tools for an improved spinal mobility.
  • Main tools for better shoulder mobility.
  • Main tools for better hip mobility.
  • The last 3 principles of MKS watsu:
    • Be invisible / unintrusive
    • As a therapist I can only offer what I have
    • Intention.
  • The warrior stance: understanding and proper use.
  • Undulations, bringing the body into resonance.
    
    By the end of this module you will be able to deliver a comprehensive Aquasoma^® session focused on the mental and physical well-being of your recipient, with a specific focus on techniques that facilitate the self-regulation of the central nervous system to calm excessive mental activity.

   

Blended learning combining face-to-face sessions and online self-directed activities

• In-person training: 36 hours
• Online training and self-directed activities: 16 hours
• Number of credits: 2.6 AECS

– Aquasoma® Intro in hybrid or Premium online mode (with personalized guidance with Instructor and positive final evaluation)

OR, alternatively one of the following courses:

– Jahara® Foundation
– Watsu 1
– Janzu® Basic 10 days course
– Aguahara 1

Plus 1 private class with the Aquasoma® Instructor

Note on arrival and departure:

We recommend that you arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the course to finalise your registration and to familiarise yourself with the premises. The daily course schedule will be communicated to registered students.
We need all the hours, so please do your best to arrive on time and plan your return so you don't have to leave before the end of the course.

What to bring:

– Recommended clothing: comfortable clothes for land classes.
– 2 swimsuits, lycra cap, pool slippers, towel/bathrobe, as well as products for the shower and skin care.
– One -one and a half liter plastic or metal bottle of water.
– Mineral salts to help rehydration.
– Notepads and pen.

a) Cancellation can only be accepted upon written request via email to info@iswatsu.com at least 6 full weeks before the start of the course.

b ) Cancellation requested via email 6 or more full weeks before the start of the course: the deposit is returned less an administrative fee of €50.

c ) Cancellation requested between 6 and 4 full weeks before the start of the course: the deposit is returned minus €100 as management fee and penalty for late cancellation.

d) Cancellations given less than 4 full weeks before the start of the course do not give the right to any refund of the deposit.

In the event of cancellation by us (for example if the minimum number of students is not reached), the entire deposit will be returned without further compensation. In case of postponement of the course, the deposit will be returned to the students who request it.

Students repeating the class will take advantage of a 40% reduction on the tuition fee, either the full tuition or the early bird tuition as appropriate.

The places available are limited to guarantee all participants the best personalized attention from the instructor.

Registrations are accepted in order of arrival. Registration is valid only upon receipt of the deposit (or the full participation fee) and the registration form duly completed with all the personal data requested. 

We offer flexible payment options for all our courses:

• Pay the full tuition at booking
  You can pay the entire course fee at checkout using a wide range of methods: credit/debit card, bank transfer, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more.
• Instalment payment
  To split your payment into monthly instalments, simply tick the checkbox “Payment in Instalments” in the cart, just above the “Cart totals”.
• Pay only 30% at booking
  If you prefer to pay just 30% of the course tuition when booking and the remaining 70% on the first day of the course, use the coupon code BOOK30 in your cart.
  ⚠️ Important: The remaining balance must be paid in cash only, directly to the instructor on the first day. Please bring theexact amount, as we cannot provide change..

• Professional, highly effective -yet fun- instructors' teaching during course hours.
• Educational material (course manual and video).
• Fee to use of all class related facilities.
• Certificate of participation issued by the International School of Watsu.

• Travel expenses, food and accommodation (see 'ACCOMMODATION' section for details).