Grassroots Shiatsu is a term coined by the Shiatsu community to refer to classes, events, workshops or courses where people can learn Shiatsu without enrolling for a professional diploma. Schools and individual teachers throughout the UK offer these courses, which can run from one day to a more intensive 6-month introduction. Grassroots Shiatsu can provide a hands-on opportunity to learn basic skills to help support your friends and family. These sessions are taught by fully qualified practitioners who have completed at least 3 years of training.
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Manchester - Soothing Summer Shiatsu Workshop
Soothing Summer Shiatsu
Saturday 6th June 2026 | 10:30am – 5:30pm
After the activity and growth of spring, take a summer moment to slow down, soften, and enjoy the fruits of our efforts.
This soothing day explores a gentle Shiatsu routine and useful acupressure points that you can easily practise on family and friends. A perfect opportunity to relax, rejuvenate, and deepen your connection to Shiatsu.
No previous experience is needed.
Saturday 6th June 2026 | 10:30am – 5:30pm
After the activity and growth of spring, take a summer moment to slow down, soften, and enjoy the fruits of our efforts.
This soothing day explores a gentle Shiatsu routine and useful acupressure points that you can easily practise on family and friends. A perfect opportunity to relax, rejuvenate, and deepen your connection to Shiatsu.
No previous experience is needed.
Shiatsu College Hastings
Through Qigong, Yoga-through-the-seasons, self Shiatsu and meditation, you will learn how to give Shiatsu for friends and family and the basic ideas that make up the foundation of the wonderful art of Shiatsu.
Dates: 21st September, 19th October, 9th November, 7th December, 11th January, 8th February, 8th March, 5th April, 10th May, 5th July
Monthly Saturday mornings 10am - 12pm, £20, booking essential.
For bookings, please contact [email protected] or 07722868397
Dates: 21st September, 19th October, 9th November, 7th December, 11th January, 8th February, 8th March, 5th April, 10th May, 5th July
Monthly Saturday mornings 10am - 12pm, £20, booking essential.
For bookings, please contact [email protected] or 07722868397
Zest for Life - Corinna Bain
Relax and revitalise, mindful movement sessions using Shiatsu and Qigong.
Mondays 1-2pm followed by a cuppa and a chat.
Gorbals Parish Church, 1 Errol Gardens, Gorbals, Glasgow G5 ORA
Sessions are free as a drop in and open to everyone.
Discover the natural power of your own touch to work with common health symptoms and conditions using East Asian practices of acupressure and Shiatsu massage.
April 8, 15, 22 and 19 - 6-7pm drop in
Sessions at Finn's Place, Langside Church, 167 Ledard Road, Langside, Glasgow G42 9QU
£5/£7
Mondays 1-2pm followed by a cuppa and a chat.
Gorbals Parish Church, 1 Errol Gardens, Gorbals, Glasgow G5 ORA
Sessions are free as a drop in and open to everyone.
Discover the natural power of your own touch to work with common health symptoms and conditions using East Asian practices of acupressure and Shiatsu massage.
April 8, 15, 22 and 19 - 6-7pm drop in
Sessions at Finn's Place, Langside Church, 167 Ledard Road, Langside, Glasgow G42 9QU
£5/£7
Grassroots Shiatsu with Snezhana Stoeva
Energy Management and Balance Class - Every first Wednesday of the month (10am -11am)
Embodiment Practices, Self-Shiatsu, Meridian Stretches and Guided Meditations.
Embodiment Practices, Self-Shiatsu, Meridian Stretches and Guided Meditations.
Aberdeen School of Shiatsu
The Aberdeen School of Shiatsu runs regular introductory classes where Shiatsu enthusiasts can find out more about the school and its practices including Shiatsu, Do-in and Qigong. These sessions are a great opportunity for practice, connecting with current students, hands-on treatments and community networking. Classes run once a month on a Saturday morning.
Shiatsu College Norwich
The Shiatsu College Norwich offers drop-in sessions:
Saturday morning Qi Gong
Sunday morning Meridian Yoga
Transform Your Health the Shiatsu Way - FREE online Wednesdays
Saturday morning Qi Gong
Sunday morning Meridian Yoga
Transform Your Health the Shiatsu Way - FREE online Wednesdays
Shiatsu College Brighton
The Shiatsu College Brighton offers Community Sessions including:
Grassroots Shiatsu mornings for family & friends that run for eleven weekends throughout the academic year.
'Chi – full’ Qigong exercise & Shiatsu techniques for your own health and to practise with family & friends.
Grassroots Shiatsu mornings for family & friends that run for eleven weekends throughout the academic year.
'Chi – full’ Qigong exercise & Shiatsu techniques for your own health and to practise with family & friends.
Introduction to Shiatsu and Acupressure
Introduction to Shiatsu and Acupressure by the Shiatsu College Manchester
Learn the fundamentals of shiatsu, and a routine to practise on family and friends!
Find out more about shiatsu and acupressure. This weekend forms the first part of our longer courses, leading to the Shiatsu College Bodywork for Wellbeing Certificate after one year, and the professional Shiatsu Diploma after three years.
We offer a welcoming, inclusive learning environment with experienced teachers and an excellent staff-student ratio.
Location: At Bodywise Natural Health Centre, Turner St, Manchester M4
Dates: Sat, 19th and Sun, 20th September 2026.
Cost for the weekend - £190
Learn the fundamentals of shiatsu, and a routine to practise on family and friends!
Find out more about shiatsu and acupressure. This weekend forms the first part of our longer courses, leading to the Shiatsu College Bodywork for Wellbeing Certificate after one year, and the professional Shiatsu Diploma after three years.
We offer a welcoming, inclusive learning environment with experienced teachers and an excellent staff-student ratio.
Location: At Bodywise Natural Health Centre, Turner St, Manchester M4
Dates: Sat, 19th and Sun, 20th September 2026.
Cost for the weekend - £190
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