https://www.instituteofamatsu.ie/home daily 1.0 2023-05-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/cf2d9895-bbfd-48b7-b8e4-97d373be6045/2.png Home - What is Amatsu Therapy Amatsu Therapy is a non-invasive whole body therapy with its roots in the teachings of Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi in the Hichi Buku Goshin-Jutsu Ryu (school of traditional Japanese medicine). Our Amatsu Practitioners are trained to evaluate, assess and treat the whole body incorporating all of the symptoms of illness or injury. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/15f5b863-53f3-4cd2-a024-f0185978524c/1.png Home - Why become an IOA Therapist IOA Therapists use specific anatomical knowledge, palpating, orthopaedic and kinaesthetic progressive muscle testing to identify the most effective route to treatment. Therapists prioritise and engage the body's structures in such a fashion as to elicit a gentle, yet dynamic response. The goal is to promote the self-regulatory migration toward or to a complete return to homeostasis, neutral posture, recovery and wellbeing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/75341d7b-ed6f-4fa5-8e3e-c9ad95701453/3.png Home - Train as an Amatsu Therapist with IOA At IOA we offer the highest standards of teaching and have developed revolutionary teaching materials, developing both digital/online and in-person training to give the best learning experience. We are also consistently improving our assessment criteria and examination protocols. We place an emphasis on post-qualification training options and CPD for existing Amatsu Therapists. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/feb2835b-f40a-4455-af75-160824ae345a/ATI+logo+transp.png Home - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.instituteofamatsu.ie/therapists daily 0.75 2023-05-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/5238d9d8-24af-41fd-844f-a10def5aa03f/IOA+Therapist.jpg IOA Therapists - The work of an IOA Therapist The IOA Therapist will create a state in the body where the bones, joints, nerves, soft tissues and viscera are free to move and function in an un-inhibited manner comparative to their potential. This relieves the excessive stress on the nervous system, reducing the neural confusion that will maintain a pathology, condition, ailment, disease or injury. By removing or reducing these factors the Amatsu Therapist promotes the aforementioned self-regulatory mechanisms of the body to engage. At the core of the IOA Therapy there exists an underpinning ethos pertaining to the application of the therapy. Which emphasizes a protocol where a minimal amount of techniques are performed gently, yet exceptionally skilfully in anatomically specific locations. Thus IOA Therapist treatment will elicit the maximum amount of change for the client in the most non invasive way. This factor promotes a more expedited result as the client does not have to contend with additional trauma from the treatment, thus may get on with their own primary recovery. Essentially IOA therapy is a gentle alignment therapy, engaging a unique arrangement of techniques, to release and restore the body to an optimum state. Practised for 1000s of years, yet ready for your application. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/7f8afbc3-419e-48da-bce1-f25dbcb3c296/Therapy+Room.jpg IOA Therapists - The supportive and healing environment curated by your IOA therapist In addition, when an IOA Therapist treats their client, the clients are given supportive advice on how to maintain good posture, poise and utilise specific methods to limit physiological stress on their bodies going forward - in fact going in all directions! Subsequently the route to their recovery is both expedited and enhanced. The IOA Therapist is taught and also practices these concepts personally, during and after their own IOA training. https://www.instituteofamatsu.ie/tutors daily 0.75 2023-06-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/e6fa2aab-5d3a-42fb-8536-ed5ebc9be648/Sean+Beakey.png Our Tutors - Seán Beakey Seán has been involved in oriental clinical practices for over 30 years. His related skills and experience extend across a vast range of subjects. A qualified master practitioner and tutor of Amatsu Therapy – trained under Dennis Bartram. With qualifications in Shiatsu, Aromatherapy, various massage techniques and Reiki master level training. A fully qualified Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor, Team Coach, Martial artist with four decades of experience and multi discipline Black Belts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/7730035a-abc3-4054-b679-ba6eb2180730/Sean%27s+logo+%281500+%C3%97+463+px%29+%281%29.png Our Tutors - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/43e96def-1e62-46b2-9085-2a596a45317f/niko_rostkowska.jpeg Our Tutors - Nika Ros During Nika’s personal pursuit of the most balanced, healthiest and enriched lifestyle, she has studied and currently practices advanced yoga and maintains a healthy, vegetarian lifestyle. Nika’s journey was significantly enriched when she discovered Amatsu Orthopathic Therapy, to such an extent that she moved away from a successful career in the financial sector to the privileged position of performing Amatsu Orthopathic Therapy treatments as a qualified Amatsu therapist. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/7de5179c-d106-4236-aaff-78a1bee86d2c/Nika-01.png Our Tutors - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/c92b64b7-ce5f-447a-8c59-65d343b2d9b4/Lynda+Hara+GAIA.jpg Our Tutors - Lynda Haran Lynda started her career in nursing and has amassed over 3 decades of experience, following a calling to care for people. This desire naturally evolved and motivated Lynda to develop an interest in holistic health with an emphasis on preventative action to maintain health as well as a recovery focus protocol. Which was serviced initially by a of study holistic massage (ITEC accredited) which provided a new aspect to her palliative care skills. Lynda discovered Amatsu having searched for a solution to her own persistent physical injury. After one treatment she observed a huge difference and used Amatsu to recover. Lynda subsequently would choose Amatsu as her first choice to cater for her injury needs, health/welfare and maintain her physical optimum thereafter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/19dcf44d-9ac2-499e-acf2-3d3a55c689fd/Gareth+McGrillan.png Our Tutors - Gareth McGrillan Gareth McGrillan discovered Amatsu Therapy following a debilitating back injury and began his training twenty years ago in Dublin. Gareth further trained under Dennis Bartram and is a qualified Master Practitioner of Amatsu Therapy. Gareth is a natural teacher highly regarded for his patience and passion for sharing knowledge with students. He has been teaching Amatsu with Seán and the team for over 5 years. https://www.instituteofamatsu.ie/enrol daily 0.75 2026-01-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/3c9cf08a-1438-4c31-a034-984313a42a7e/LOGO.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/dd43a5c3-1e14-4dd2-9697-e2addd982a93/Japanese+pattern.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/ea453550-b477-4fce-b4dc-856551a62848/Floral+pattern.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/deb26e01-69dc-45d7-9a51-a531ac1ca336/Gaia+image+%282%29.png https://www.instituteofamatsu.ie/apply-today daily 0.75 2023-05-02 https://www.instituteofamatsu.ie/what-is-amatsu-therapy daily 0.75 2023-05-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/12e66be3-ca36-4982-8e9a-30b12410ba56/Japanese+Tree.jpg What is Amatsu Therapy - Amatsu therapists use ancient wisdom with modern techniques to treat the body as a whole. Amatsu is based on ancient principles of natural movement and seeks to address muscle, skeletal and lifestyle-related conditions, as well as supporting the restoration of general health and well being. Amatsu therapy is based on the theory of biotensegrity and it applies these principles to treatment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/fb55960d-e2ed-4eda-b71d-d55ad260f576/3.jpg What is Amatsu Therapy - Pain Arthritis Sciatica Pelvic pain Groin strain Scoliosis Postural Mobility problems Headaches Migraines Whiplash Frozen Shoulder Jaw pain Neck and shoulder pain https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/dd0b25ef-5106-4dbe-9f82-4f9a86f2fdc8/Japanese+Design+with+birds.jpg What is Amatsu Therapy - Trapped nerves Tennis/golfers elbow Carpal tunnel/RSI Knee, feet and ankle problems Joint problems Sports injuries Muscular spasms Sprains and strains Circulation issues Chronic fatigue or ME IBS & digestive problems Menstrual problems Pre and post pregnancy issues Stress https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/4e1137aa-7217-454a-a631-6418c0cdf14e/Japanes+Patterns+with+moon+and+birds.jpg What is Amatsu Therapy - Stimulate the removal of toxins Improve circulation to tired muscles Encourage body tone and co-ordination Offer stability for the skeleton Recharge the immune and nervous system Restore the body’s balancing sense of proprioception Support the management of painful conditions Promote a good sense of health and wellbeing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/a85430e3-47a5-4f0b-bf1b-47be291cb926/Level+3+Banner-01.jpg What is Amatsu Therapy - What does an Amatsu Treatment Feel Like? An Amatsu treatment , known as a “balance “ uses various soft tissue and mobilisation techniques. Different levels of pressure are applied according to your specific needs. Therefore clients frequently report an experience of feeling relaxed, while invigorated and energised . A practitioner will work on any part of the body that is involved with the pathology, even if the relevance of the engagement is not immediately apparent to the client. Practitioners are trained to tailor the balance to the client’s needs, but always with a holistic view. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/864c90b3-3b24-4045-bcb2-0508f373e67b/Amatsu+Therapy+Banner+Image-01.jpg What is Amatsu Therapy - How Does One Feel After an Amatsu Therapy Session? Though the treatment takes effect straight away, further changes are noted as they become assimilated and solidified by the body. It is not unusual to feel the effects over a few days as the body allows more and more to unravel. Feelings of lightness and freedom of movement take effect as they are incorporated into daily life - be it in work, during hobbies or chores. As muscles let go of old injury inhibitions you may experience some aches; drinking sufficient water and keeping mobile will help you process these symptoms. https://www.instituteofamatsu.ie/faqs daily 0.75 2023-06-10 https://www.instituteofamatsu.ie/venues daily 0.75 2023-05-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/1680256006744-8CK6XKOXEADM27PGSRPI/GAIA+Studio+Wicklow.jpg Venues https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/1680256005559-IR1WB85ZFK6WTFPOWLUC/GAIA+Amatsu+Training+Studio+Wicklow.jpg Venues https://www.instituteofamatsu.ie/about daily 0.75 2023-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/0ad08242-0e19-48e4-acd8-2d3292035456/Sean+Beakey.jpg IOA - Seán Beakey https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/43e96def-1e62-46b2-9085-2a596a45317f/niko_rostkowska.jpeg IOA - Nika Ros https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/c92b64b7-ce5f-447a-8c59-65d343b2d9b4/Lynda+Hara+GAIA.jpg IOA - Lynda Haran https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/1652087623289-AZ110J9BM9UK84HWBP8P/Gareth.jpg IOA - Gareth McGrillan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/f6f6c2e0-9d76-4cf8-838d-7410f6644fa2/IOA+Therapist+Programme.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/3da32f29-e136-4200-abf8-19d61848d728/Blended+Learning.jpg https://www.instituteofamatsu.ie/course daily 0.75 2023-06-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/3b72ec46-db6b-4140-88ce-e6904ecabf32/Scroll+and+quill.jpg Course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/c374fa92-ef54-4b07-9b55-f76b009714b2/Ink+Pen+Nib.jpg Course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/18d35e15-3a0d-4290-8f1b-f4b06606a14f/14.jpg Course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/18d35e15-3a0d-4290-8f1b-f4b06606a14f/14.jpg Course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/13a1728e-bd42-4adf-9e7f-6e6cd0852ea5/Moons-03.jpg Course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/7f0d8ecd-7a9b-463e-937f-4cb60384b0bd/Moons-04.jpg Course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/18d35e15-3a0d-4290-8f1b-f4b06606a14f/14.jpg Course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/924c905b-b516-4d58-b9d1-a048b438b5d3/amatsu+bird.jpg Course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/2caeb362-6e2b-4c27-a63a-effff1a03e0e/36.jpg Course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/18d69267-60d7-4dd7-9b48-daa39ad40aee/bird+%281%29.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/1680256005559-IR1WB85ZFK6WTFPOWLUC/GAIA+Amatsu+Training+Studio+Wicklow.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62646f378468a817439cefd5/1680256006744-8CK6XKOXEADM27PGSRPI/GAIA+Studio+Wicklow.jpg