This unique course aims to give massage therapists, bodyworkers and movement instructors the highest level of professional theoretical and practical mastery of musculo-skeletal anatomy.

Using a variety of learning methods including palpation, lecture, visual aids, art methods and small group work, we will cover in detail all the major bony and soft tissue structures of the body in a creative and innovative way. This will
include; bony landmarks, muscles, tendons, ligaments plus major associated structures including blood vessels, nerves and bursae.

We will look in detail at muscle movement and how it relates practically to the body. This course will take anatomy out of the textbooks and give you a living, breathing 3 dimensional understanding of this wonderful subject -not just in your head but in your hands and heart. It will also give you the tools to discuss anatomy with Osteopaths, Physiotherapists, GPs and other medical practitioners in a professional manner.

This course will elevate your confidence and understanding of all bodywork technique in addition to enhancing your palpation skills and confidence. You can take individual modules or follow the complete syllabus over 9 months to gain certification.

This course will be examined both theoretically and practically. Each month you will be tested on the previous month’s module; the course also includes a theoretical and practical midterm and final exam. Although taking the exams is not compulsory, it is highly recommended in order to cement your learning and receive a certified qualification. The learning environment promises to be non-threatening, co-operative, supportive, stimulating and above all, fun.

• Background Anatomy Information; Anatomy of Shoulder & Arm (3 days)
• Anatomy of Forearm and Hand (2 days)
• Anatomy of Spine and Thorax (3 days)
• Practical and theoretical review (2 days)
• Midterm exam; Head, Neck and Face (2 days)
• Pelvis and Thigh (3 days)
• Leg and Foot (2 days)
• Practical and theoretical review; putting it all together (2 days)
• Final practical and theory exam (2 days)

If you complete all 9 modules and pass both the theoretical and practical examinations, you will gain a qualification in Advanced Musculo-Skeletal Anatomy certified with the Jing Institute and the CThA (Complementary Therapists Association)

Applicants will be expected to have an existing qualification in anatomy related to a bodywork discipline (massage or other hands-on bodywork, yoga, pilates etc). Completion of the Jing Living Anatomy day and any advanced clinical massage modules is not compulsory but will be extremely helpful to your learning.

PRICE:£2750 inclusive of VAT
£350 deposit
£200 per month for 12 months