We have been on a mission to promote and support the highest standards of Shiatsu practice across all communities since 1981. Whether you are a dedicated student, qualified practitioner or simply want to contribute to our mission, we offer several membership options to choose from.
MEMBERSHIP TYPES
Student
Register as a student to get access to online resources, sharing spaces and community.
Professional
Register as a professional member to get access to the wider Shiatsu community and professional tools.
Associate / Friend
Register as an associate or friend to get access to our online resources and learning opportunities.
Wellbeing Practitioner
This is for you if you have completed a 1-year training course and offer treatments that are based on the principles, philosophy and techniques of Shiatsu but are practised for wellbeing and are not aimed at treating problematic conditions.
GET ACCESS TO
Professional Standards
Easy CPD tracking – use our logging system to document your personal development.
Monthly e-newsletter – stay up to date with the latest trends in the industry, workshops and news from the community.
Quarterly journal – jam-packed with interesting articles, insights and news from our community.
Code of ethics – benefit from our ethical framework with input from experts in the field.
Monthly e-newsletter – stay up to date with the latest trends in the industry, workshops and news from the community.
Quarterly journal – jam-packed with interesting articles, insights and news from our community.
Code of ethics – benefit from our ethical framework with input from experts in the field.
Networking Community
Members’ network – connect with practitioners in your area and beyond.
Members’ support group meetings – share ideas, make new friends and meet other practitioners on their journey.
CNHC – join this government accredited register without undergoing any further assessment.
Global Shiatsu Network – connect with the European Shiatsu Federation and the international Shiatsu Research Network.
Members’ support group meetings – share ideas, make new friends and meet other practitioners on their journey.
CNHC – join this government accredited register without undergoing any further assessment.
Global Shiatsu Network – connect with the European Shiatsu Federation and the international Shiatsu Research Network.
Business Development
Website profile - professional practitioners (MrSS, SrSS and FwSS) have the ability to create an extensive profile page on the website to promote their practice.
Technical help – our team can help you set up your profile and assist with your questions via email or a 1:2:1 call.
Marketing resources – download Shiatsu leaflets, access social media templates, borrow banners for events and receive business guidance on how to grow your practice.
Shiatsu block insurance – join as a professional member and receive specialist insurance as part of your membership fee.
Technical help – our team can help you set up your profile and assist with your questions via email or a 1:2:1 call.
Marketing resources – download Shiatsu leaflets, access social media templates, borrow banners for events and receive business guidance on how to grow your practice.
Shiatsu block insurance – join as a professional member and receive specialist insurance as part of your membership fee.
Benefits: a quick overview
|
Benefits of membership |
Student |
Wellbeing Practitioner |
Professional |
Senior Professional |
Fellow |
Associate |
Friend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
known as |
StM |
BwP |
MrSS |
SrSS |
FwSS |
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|
New |
New |
New |
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| Subsidised Membership whilst you study |
Yes |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
| Ability to join CNHC |
- |
- |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
- |
- |
| Discounts on professional related equipment |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
| Monthly E News |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Professional practitioners register & Profile page |
- |
- |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
- |
- |
| Quarterly Journal - Print |
- |
- |
Optional |
Optional |
Optional |
Optional |
- |
| Quarterly Journal - Digital |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Professional Resources & toolkits |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
- |
| Members only Facebook Group |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
- |
| Professional industry Insurance |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
- |
- |
| Vote at AGM's |
Yes |
- |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
- |
- |
| Open to those non-practitioners |
No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wellbeing Practitioner Website Listing |
Optional |
Yes |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
| CPD Journal |
- |
- |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
- |
- |
| Standard fee |
£78.00 |
£168.00 |
£225.00 |
£264.00 |
£264.00 |
£96.00 |
£40.00 |
| DD annual fee discount |
N/A |
N/A |
£213.75 |
£250.80 |
£250.80 |
£91.20 |
N/A |
| Monthly |
£6.50 |
£14.00 |
£18.75 |
£22.00 |
£22.00 |
£8.00 |
£3.33 |
| Multi therapy discount available |
Yes (required if on Wellbeing Practitioner Listing) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
- |
- |
