"Choose a job you love
and you will never have to work a day in your life"
Chinese Proverb

Reflexology, Acupressure and Medical Qi Gong together form a complete medical system that is used to analyze, evaluate and treat disease, prevent illness and improve well-being in a safe and time tested manner. It is effective for physical, psychological and emotional problems. The roots originate in Egypt, China and Japan with a history of more than 3000 years. The systems have been so safe and effective that they have been embraced throughout the world.

This course integrates these systems in an innovative way that allows also for the beginner as well as the seasoned aficionado of bodywork to reach an advanced level of understanding and application not taught in Traditional Chinese Medicine Schools

Within the ear, hand and foot there exist rich nerve innervations and multiple connections with the central nervous system. Every tissue, organ and part of the body corresponds to an auricular point and acupressure point on the hands and feet. Furthermore, all the tissues, organs, glands and diverse body parts are interlinked by a web of energy pathways ( meridians, channels and zones) that reflect the health or disease state of each organ system and body as a whole. If the organ system or part of the body is diseased, the energy circulation along the meridians and in the zones are disrupted and the relevant acupressure points and zones become painful or very sensitive. Through a combination of acupressure point therapy and hand and foot reflexology, you can tap into a powerful healing system of energy pathways and zones bringing the body back into a state of homeostasis. Unlike conventional medicine which focuses mainly on the signs and symptoms of a diseased organ, you can treat the whole person in mind, body and spirit and therefore go to the cause of the disease. Chinese Healing Arts considers symptoms as an expression of the condition of the whole person. When you gently stimulate a system of corresponding acupressure points and zones you focus beyond pain and discomfort by responding to the overall effects of stresses and toxins, before a full-blown disease develops. Preventive health care and not just "quick-fix " solutions has been a key aspect of the attraction of Chinese Health Care.

Ear, Hand and foot Reflexology is also a great natural adjunctive therapy working in tandem with Massage Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy, Reiki, Physical Therapy, Nutritional and Herbal Therapy. When used prior to Massage therapy or any of the other modalities, the treatments become easier, deeper and longer lasting.

For the Massage Therapist, and Body worker it is also less demanding physically and is a natural progression to advanced Energy medicine.

Reflexology and Acupressure is also preferred by people who do not want the inconvenience of disrobing for a full body massage but simply want to enjoy the pleasure of the effects of reflexology and acupressure melting away the layers of daily stresses.

Introducing reflexology into your salon when you are involved in skin aesthetics enhances the beauty of your client because of the improved circulation to the largest organ of the body: the skin.

The Aim of the Course is to teach you:

The following is a sample of the conditions treated:

Allergies / Asthma Anxiety/Depression / Post-Partum Depression /Fatigue Arthritis / Joint Problems Back Pain Bladder/Kidney Problems Childhood Illnesses Constipation/Diarrhea Colds/Flu Cough/Bronchitis Dizziness Fatigue / Fibromyalgia / Chronic Fatigue Gynecological Disorders Headache/Migraine

Health Maintenance Heart Problems/Palpitations High Blood Pressure Immune System Deficiency Knee Pain Neck Pain/Stiffness Peripheral Neuropathies / Numbness Premenstrual Syndrome Sciatica Sexual Dysfunction Shoulder Pain Stress/Tension / Post Traumatic Stress Tendinitis

Structure of the course:

The course is divided into a theoretical home-study section dealing with the theory and history of Ear, Hand and Foot reflexology and Acupressure. There is also a Anatomy and Physiology Component. Total Hours: Approximately 100 study hours

Candidates are eligible for the American Reflexology Certification Board exam.

After completion of most of the theoretical component, a practical hands-on session demonstrating basic and advanced techniques under supervision will be held in a classroom setting. Total Hours: 25 Hours

Tuition cost: $500.00 for course - includes extensive manual / books: $45.00-60.00

ADMISSIONS / PAYMENT POLICY: Prospective students enrolling for the course must fill out the enclosed application and submit a deposit of $200.00 of which $50.00 is non-refundable. The balance of $300.00 can be paid once monthly in three equal payments. A discount of $50.00 applies if tuition fees are paid in full. All funds are payable to Wolfgang Luckmann

About your Instructor: Wolfgang Luckmann ( Acupuncture Physician, Licensed Massage Therapist, Herbalist and Homeopath) has over 20 years of teaching experience . He has taught many Western and Oriental Body modalities all over the Southern and Eastern United States to Massage therapists, nurses, physical therapists and lay people. He brings a rich and diverse experience based on his many years as an acupuncture physician, reflexologist, massage therapist and homeopath to the class room. The courses that he teaches : Shiatsu-Meridian Therapy, Chinese Ear, Hand and Foot Reflexology , Myofascial Release and Muscle Energy Techniques, Pediatric / Infant and ADHD/Hyperactivity Massage, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders are largely based on actual case studies and aimed at customizing the therapist's goals to the individual client's needs. Currently he has a private practice in Jacksonville, Florida where he uses his experience of holistic health to assist his clients in manifesting their good health.