Shiatsu Society (UK)

Spomenka Chekerevatz has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since May 1997 I came to Britain in 1988 to study Shiatsu with Sonia Moriceau Sensei. She studied Shiatsu with the Japanese master Wataru Ohashi, who was in turn the most prominent student of the famous Shizuto Masunaga, the founder of Zen Shiatsu. In 1988 I also started studying Buddhism and meditation with John Garrie Roshi, and remained his student  until his death in 1998. Since 2001 my Buddhist teacher has been Lama Shenpen Hookham of the Awakened Heart Sangha, where I am also a teacher in training. Within that community I am known by my Tibetan name of Pema Ozer (Lotus Light). Study of psychology, Buddhism and meditation greatly influence my work as a Shiatsu practitioner. My other significant influences include Process Work and Nonviolent Communication. I have been extremely fortunate, over the years, to meet many good teachers, and some exceptional ones. I have tried, and am still trying, to put into practice what they taught me.

Su-Man Hsu has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since April 1997

Greta Hennessy has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since January 2007

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For most of my adult life I have explored our healing potential, weaving together my background in science, yoga, spirituality and the body. Shiatsu touched my soul and introduced me to a path of healing, self discovery, purpose and friendship. My interest in shiatsu began in 1987 whilst working as a Molecular Biologist. I trained with the British School of Shiatsu-Do, Nottingham and London 1994-98 and the same year joined the register of the Shiatsu Society UK and took over as Principal and Director of the Nottingham branch of the BSS (1998 - 2004).  I remain open and curious to the various evolving expressions of shiatsu style and I have had the fortune to study with many inspirational teachers. The main influence behind my work has been Saul Goodman, founder of ShinTai, an evolution of shiatsu and today I teach shiatsu and ShinTai in the UK, Europe and online, mentor practitioners and run a busy shiatsu practice in Nottingham. My passion is to support people to connect with the body's innate wisdom and discover the fullest, most vibrant expression of themselves - in health, creativity, purpose and passion. Empowering them to make a difference in their own lives, those around them and in the world.  I have come to know these people as the “Gentle Warriors”, who dream of a better world, here to create the New Earth.  I enjoy exploring new paradigms of shiatsu and multidimensional healing  and am excited by the possibilities emerging in this ever evolving healing art.  

My Shiatsu approach is influenced by my love of free and expressive movement. I marvel at how the gentle form of Shiatsu touch can help us to free old patterns of pain and restriction to reconnect with the feelings of wellness and ease. I have been practising Shiatsu for 30 years. I specialise in cancer care, chronic holding patterns, tension release and relaxation.

Sylvie Marshall has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since September 1990

Practicing Shiatsu now for over a decade has bought me so much joy. I work with adults and children, in my wooden cabin, at home in Exwick, Exeter. I enjoy watching clients make positive shifts in their lives and their health and my practice focuses both on the physical and emotional aspects of conditions.

Dr Tracy Eaton is a Fellow of the Shiatsu Society and has practiced Shiatsu since 1996. She offers Shiatsu treatments at her purpose-build clinic in Stibbard, North Norfolk.  This includes futon, therapy bench & ergonomic chair treatments. Tracy also offers Grassroots Shiatsu classes and Shiatsu in schools sessions. She has particular expertise in stress management.  

HOLISTIC ORIENTAL MASSAGE Selected Aromatherapy Oils are used with a combination of Shiatsu, Acupressure, and Swedish Massage techniques within this oil-based treatment. Deeply effective and relaxing.   MUSIC I am a teacher of Shiatsu, Qi Gong, and also lead Voice/ Singing /Percussion Workshops exploring Sound, Harmony and Rhythm.  QI GONG Qi Gong Zoom sessions are currently available with me online.  Sessions can be arranged to suit, so you are welcome to contact me for further information. 

Graduating from The Shiatsu College, I trained with all the main teachers who were there from its inception. In 1995 I moved to Newcastle, starting in practice. Shiatsu is a lifetime's occupation - what a joy it is! The best teachers are our client's themselves. Shiatsu is incredibly versatile - it can be the very first step on the road to recovery or a helping hand that makes life more bearable. Shiatsu supports the body's own ability to heal itself, which is profound. I teach and practice both Tai Chi and Qigong, which in turn supports my Shiatsu sessions.

Elizabeth Eames has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since April 1995

I am a Shiatsu Shin Tai Practitioner and Shiatsu Teacher.

Paul McNicholls has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since January 2006

Daniela Coronelli is a Fellow member of the Society having joined in 1993. She trained extensively in Healing-Siatsu and in Sei-ki and her work is trauma sensitive and informed.  She has studied and practiced Buddhist and Mindfulness meditation since the late 1970s and is a registered BAMBA (British Association of Mindfulness-based Approaches) teacher in the UK and an Amerta psychosomatic movement facilitator. She has taught shiatsu CPD to shiatsu schools, health organizations and to privately organised groups of touch-based practitioners in the South-West. She specialise in working with people who view themselves as sensitives or Highly Sensitive People. Her work is trauma sensitive and informed.  In her Shiatsu practice she integrates the core principle of Mindfulness and Compassion as well as an understanding of how somatic movement can help people to act less from limiting or habitual patterns and find fulfilment and ease of being in their lives. She enjoys supporting and guiding people towards feeling at home in their bodies and with whom they are, freer to choose how to live well and in tune with their core values. 

Needing a change of career, I chanced attending a one day shiatsu workshop for complete beginners in Spring 1997.  The following day, I felt so alive that I knew I had to pursue this further.  My life changed completely and by the time I qualified, four and a half years later, I felt so privileged to start earning a living by doing something I enjoyed so much.  This is not to say it was a smooth road - there were many challenges, and still are - but effort was rewarded. Due to an inheritance, I was lucky enough to be able to afford to become a full time student for a couple of years and completed my counselling training in 2000.  In 2002 I started training to teach Chi Kung and later went on to do 2 years advanced chi kung training.  In 2013 I completed the 2 year Craniosacral training.  Over the years since graduating in shiatsu, I have attended workshops with many teachers, all of which have been interesting and useful and this together with many years experience, has led to me developing confidence in my own style of shiatsu.  I work best with people who recognise that stress or emotional issues are major factors in their bodily discomfort, but my chi kung training also enables me to suggest forms to build energy to alleviate physical issues. 

Sandra Gilbane has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since June 2001

Tony Jenni has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since January 1994

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Deirdre Blackwood has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since February 2000

Hannah brings a wealth of experiences to her practice. Having trained initially with the Bristol School of Shiatsu, and worked as a teaching assistant with the school, for many years. Hannah has completed regular further postgraduate training with Keith Phillips in areas such as transformational Shiatsu, Shiatsu for the Soul, Transformational Dialogue and much more. She has also completed many postgraduate trainings such as Movement Shiatsu with Bill Palmer, in Facia release with Gabriella Polli from Italy, and with Suzanne Yates.Hannah's touch is deeply reassuring and enables clients to let go and feel fully supported and alive to themselves.Hannah has volunteered for Macmillan with cancer patients, and their supporters, and volunteered with the Terence Higgins Trust, providing shiatsu for people with HIV. She also offers EFT and runs workshops in the Bristol area, and online. Hannah has a special interest in supporting people recovering from Trauma, Long term illnesses and Menopause. Hannah is also an EFT Practitioner and offers sessions combining EFT and Shiatsu. Hannah has trained as a supervisor with the Mentoring and Supervision Network and offers group and individual supervision to practitioners.

I have been studying and practicing Shiatsu for 23 years + now and the depth and quality of treatment gets deeper and more profound with time and experience. Shiatsu is such a holistic treatment that treats body, mind, soul and spirit, physical and emotional. I work very intuitively and relationally with my clients and I really love being able to access new levels of connection and wellbeing with them so that they can get the transformation that they came for. I am continually blown away by the change that can happen in even 1 session. Shiatsu really can change lives. 

I have been practising Shiatsu for 20 years now.  Shiatsu for me is a way to support the body to release its potential to heal and restore itself. I have a special interest in structural alignment, fascial release, pregnancy and generally supporting emotional and physical well-being.  A session may be anywhere between 1 to 1.5 hours; every treatment is adapted to respond in the moment to your needs.  I teach Qi Gong and Yoga movement classes to help people to connect with their own bodies and potential for healing and general well-being. Shiatsu Status: Fellow of the Shiastu Society Shiatsu Diplomas:  British School of Shiatsu-Do Practitioner Training, Shiatsu Shintai (with Saul Goodman), Well Mother Diploma (with Suzanne Yates),  Baby Shiastu (with Karin Kalbantner Wernicke) Other:  Qi Qong Instructor (Lotus Nei Gong with Damo Mitchell), Yoga Teacher Diploma (with British Wheel of Yoga), TaiChi Qi Gong Shibashi Teacher (with Chris Jarmey)