Cardiff School Of Shiatsu

Louise

“Sarah’s intro to Shiatsu course has been such an incredible blend of learning new skills and nurturing my own self development. Sarah creates such a welcoming, calm, caring (and fun!) environment from which to learn and grow, I honestly felt like I’d had 10 counselling sessions after 1 of the weekends! I felt full of joy, a much deeper sense of self and focus and I wholeheartedly recommend this course to anyone looking to learn new skills or a greater awareness of themselves. Thank you again for your knowledge, kindness and compassion.”

Sally

“I am staggered by the little but immense learning that was introduced over 3 weekends. ‘Little’ in the sense of everything that you offered comes from so much more – and your understanding, experience and knowledge is so very clear to see…Your approach is wonderful – you have the ability to invite, offer, demonstrate, guide, listen and support; and hold the space. I admire and respect your ability to listen and make sense (of what is said) by placing it where it can just be. As I write I think that is about accepting (in a non-judgemental way); it is more than that – you also see what it is that needs seeing. I also love that you are so open in giving, sharing, and in so doing, settling everyone in the space – to feel safe in what they offer/contribute. The ethos (or my understanding so far) of Shiatsu oozes out of you.”

Elle Kate

“Fantastic!  The course offered a brilliant insight into the world of Shiatsu leaving me feeling very hungry to find out more! Sarah crated a very safe and nurturing environment to learn in deepening a curiosity for shiatsu.”

Tanith

“I found the course to be really well paced for my learning style and weekends were staggered well for assimilation of learning. Group numbers were small keeping the energy intimate and separate at once which was good. Teaching- I found Sarah to be very approachable, friendly and supportive. I felt there was always an accepting environment no matter what. Content of course was covered well, Sarah was very informative and confident in her knowledge which inspired confidence in me as a learner. She was very open to questions and queries, always delivering in a compassionate manner. Handouts and notes were clear and she gave references to outside material so we could continue our own journey.”

Louise

“I thoroughly enjoyed the course, I felt I learnt so much and the pace was perfect. It felt like we got so much in but without feeling rushed and it’s really affirmed to me that I want to take my learning in shiatsu on to the next stage (when I can fit this in!)

You were calm, thoughtful, fun and knowledgeable and were a fantastic teacher and the whole group felt so lovely to be a part of and learn together.”

Deidre

“I loved every minute of this short course  Sarah is fun and super-knowledgeable, and she made learning easy and accessible to all. Shiatsu brings a deep sense of peace to both the receiver and the giver and I couldn’t recommend it highly enough.
I can’t wait for the year 1 course!

Sasha

I got so much out of the shiatsu course, firstly it took me right out of my comfort but I went onto loving it and the company I was in, I felt safe. I feel a lot calmer I tuned into my own body and the other girls on course which I never thought was possible being an agitated person, I was able to totally let go of my feelings emotions body etc.i would like to add people who know me well noticed a big change in me it was a mind blowing experience I have never felt so calm relaxed and full of hope I would recommend to anyone from all walks of life its an experience you will never forget and the pleasure of being free of everything you maybe consumed with just eliminates in the most natural way possible please give it a try it will I guarantee you it will transform your life because it’s still making an impact on me months since I did the course. I highly recommend and Sarah is just the loveliest warmest patient understanding spiritual lady perfect for this out standing experience you will get.”

Sally Chandni

“I attended 3 full weekends of the Introduction to Foundation level1 Shiatsu course in Cardiff from October-November 2023. I found the course so interesting. Sarah is a fantastic teacher. She led the group at a lovely pace in teaching techniques and touching on the deeper aspects of 5 elements and the Meridians of the body. The technical side of the course was thoroughly enjoyable. It was great to connect with others and practice the techniques on them and equally enjoyable receiving treatment. I found the course very well paced, relaxed and extremely interesting. It was so interesting that I really want to sign up to the Years Foundation course and possibly go on to attend the 3 year course and become a fully fledged Shiatsu Practitioner. I would definitely recommend the Introduction to Shiatsu course as a taster for those interested in Japanese and Chinese medicine and body work.”

Mandy

“I absolutely loved the Foundation Course!!

Receiving Shiatsu treatments had made me so very curious to learn more about this seemingly magical practice, and the course definitely delivered that. We learned so much in the space of 3 weekends without it feeling overwhelming. The group was small and there was so much support from Sarah and her assistants. Sarah is a master in creating a space that feels safe, supportive and completely accepting and she also brings a good amount of fun to the learning. I truly loved every minute of it. I feel like I learned so much, it’s hard to put into words. I have shared what I learned with others, by practicing the routine I learned on them and it has definitely been appreciated. But I feel like I learned a lot more than a technique. I feel like I learned so much about human connection, the differences in giving and receiving, the joy and need for touch, about communication and mostly I learned a lot about myself! 

I feel immense gratitude for the gift this course is and brings. “

Nicola

“I started the course wanting to find out more about the connection between body and mind. I found the course challenging and a rewarding learning experience. At the beginning I felt quite unaware of my body and by the end I realised how much I needed to look after myself more, and really felt the benefits of shiatsu massage, receiving and giving. It is a great starting point to learn shiatsu and I was surprised by the end how much we had all learned and how it all came together. Sarah and her assistant provided a great safe space, and we were lucky to be able to learn in a small supportive group.”