Daoyin Tao (Pronounced Dow Yin Tow) is a unique blend of Chinese acupressure and western massage techniques. It is an advanced energy massage of the shoulders, neck, ears, face, scalp and face. It is one of the therapies offered on our cancer unit, it works predominately to release stress and tension in these areas, it is helpful in relieving neck and shoulder pain, inducing deep relaxation and relieving problems such as headaches, sinus problems, poor sleep. The course is open to practitioners who are qualified in anatomy and pathology and a body therapy, this includes those whose only therapy is reflexology. It is an FHT accredited short course. Course programme The course is a combination of theory and practical. No special equipment is required. Substantial hand outs and work book will be provided. Case histories need to be submitted on completion of the course before certificates can be awarded. History of Daoyin Tao Uses and benefits Safety, precautions and contraindications Theory of yin and yang Chinese face reading in health terms Learning acupoints in the contact area and their uses How five elements may support treatment planning Practical work Course dates: Saturday June 25th 2022 09.30am to 05.00pm Sunday June 26th 2022 09.30am to 05.00pm Saturday July 9th 2022 09.30am to 05.00pm Sunday July 10th 2022 09.30am to 05.00pm Saturday July 16th 2022 09.30am to 05.00pm Course Fee: £490 Course venue: Sir Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre, Harrogate, HG2 7SX Further information and booking: hif.natural.healthschool@nhs.net or 01423 557963
Gwyn Featonby
BSc (Hons), LicAc, Dip Reflexology, Dip MDHyp, Full Practitioner EMMETT
Gwyn is a qualified adult and children’s nurse with a first class degree in complementary therapies. She holds qualifications in Clinical Aromatherapy, Clinical Reflexology, Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy, Acupuncture and EMMETT technique., Gwyn has been practising complementary therapies for over 30 years and has extensive teaching experience which includes developing training programmes for universities.