Ecology In Motion™ Facial Gua sha
Levels 1 & 2
Course overview
4-Day Live Workshop
Approved for (32) NCBTMB &
(31) NCCAOM CE Hours
This 4-day Facial Gua sha workshop is one of a kind and will introduce you to the foundational ecological ideas of ancient Chinese medicine and teach you to apply principles of the natural world to your face and body through Facial Gua sha.
Skills you will learn include an elegant treatment protocol of the upper, lower and lateral side of the face; the specific Gua sha postures and movements for each separate ecosystem of the body and face; to understand connections with other parts of the body that have a direct impact on the face; how to target treatments on the scalp, neck, shoulders, upper back and chest; to gain a sophisticated understanding of how movement and emotion can impact the face and how to treat this within an organized plan of treatments.
This is an opportunity to get the real story and see what Facial Gua sha actually is, how it works, where it comes from and how to use it within its own context in order to give amazing natural treatments.
Day 1: Level 1 Theory + Hands-on practice
Explore key principles of Ecology in Motion and deepen your understanding of Facial Gua sha. Learn what is behind every treatment, what happens under the skin and how you can enhance your treatments. Deepen your knowledge of external structures and muscle relationships and learn new techniques specific to the upper face and its related body areas - the back, neck, shoulders and scalp.
Explore how to apply these ideas to get the best out of your Facial Gua sha treatments, and systematically target areas of the face with knowledge of anatomical structures, circulation patterns and treatment methods during hands-on practice and a complete local treatment on the face.
Explore how to apply these ideas to get the best out of your Facial Gua sha treatments, and systematically target areas of the face with knowledge of anatomical structures, circulation patterns and treatment methods during hands-on practice and a complete local treatment on the face.
Day 2: Level 1 Theory + Hands-on practice
Develop your Facial Gua sha treatment using knowledge of anatomy, movement and the body circulation system to utilize a range of body areas to directly affect the face. We look specifically at the mid-lower and side of the face and at how to enhance these with key areas on the front and side of the body. Each of these are self-contained ecosystems and require specific tool techniques.
Learn a sequence for the mid-lower and side of the face which incorporates the universal principles of nature and also how to target areas on the face utilizing the chest, shoulders, arms and legs. Combine integrated and targeted treatment strategies on the face and body with a focus on hands-on practice and developing your confidence as a practitioner of Facial Gua sha.
Day 3: Level 2 Theory + Hands-on practice
Explore internal patterns of EIM Facial Gua sha and learn how to apply them to improve your facial treatments. We look in detail at the emotional impact on the face and explore what emotions mean within the principles of nature. We then look at what this means for Facial Gua sha technique and treatment location.
We focus on above and below the eye area with new techniques in addition to the foundational protocol introduced in Level 1. We also explore the use of Botox and how to approach it with Gua sha and focus on specific facial features and common disorders of the face. You also get to refine your style with regular hands-on practice and attentive monitoring to protect your posture and enhance tool fluidity.
We focus on above and below the eye area with new techniques in addition to the foundational protocol introduced in Level 1. We also explore the use of Botox and how to approach it with Gua sha and focus on specific facial features and common disorders of the face. You also get to refine your style with regular hands-on practice and attentive monitoring to protect your posture and enhance tool fluidity.
Day 4: Level 2 Theory + Hands-on practice
We continue with an exploration of the emotional effects on the face and look at the mid-lower and side of the face. We explore cheek laxity, tension in the TMJ and how to address these with Gua sha. We also look at the effect of fillers in the mid-face and how to approach them with Facial Gua sha.
In addition explore how to develop targeted treatment plans based on specific circulation systems to maximize results, leading to a higher client return rate. And how a client-centered approach fits within EIM Facial Gua Sha, along with thorough hands-on practice and additional protocols to expand and enhance what you can offer. The idea being you leave with the confidence , skills and know-how to implement everything immediately.
In addition explore how to develop targeted treatment plans based on specific circulation systems to maximize results, leading to a higher client return rate. And how a client-centered approach fits within EIM Facial Gua Sha, along with thorough hands-on practice and additional protocols to expand and enhance what you can offer. The idea being you leave with the confidence , skills and know-how to implement everything immediately.
Hannah
Donna
Emma
Clive Witham
Best-selling author and creator of Ecology in Motion™ Gua sha, Clive Witham has spent 20+ years treating with and writing about Gua sha for health and beauty. As well as being a licensed acupuncturist and qualified health promotion specialist, he is Director of the Komorebi Institute and its Research Center in Barcelona, Spain.
He has written five books on Gua sha and Facial Gua sha published in six languages and constantly tries to refine and adapt how we use Gua sha based on ancient knowledge, natural science and best practice.
He has written five books on Gua sha and Facial Gua sha published in six languages and constantly tries to refine and adapt how we use Gua sha based on ancient knowledge, natural science and best practice.
Komorebi Institute
The Komorebi Institute is dedicated to training the next generation of Gua sha practitioners. It is focused on developing the knowledge and practical skills from the world of nature-based Chinese medicine and to apply these to foster effective facial and body Gua sha treatments.
The institute exclusively researches, trains and provides a knowledge base for Gua sha and Facial Gua sha, and is also at the forefront of promoting Gua sha as an effective low-cost, community-based therapy in the majority world, and especially in countries where healthcare facilities are limited.
The institute exclusively researches, trains and provides a knowledge base for Gua sha and Facial Gua sha, and is also at the forefront of promoting Gua sha as an effective low-cost, community-based therapy in the majority world, and especially in countries where healthcare facilities are limited.