Short Course
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Every Very First Friday Evening

We are greatly privileged to have our Honorary Principal Christine Saunders with us once every month to discuss about the properties and usage of essential oils, and to conduct free discussion and sharing among students and graduates about their experience in aromatherapy.  

As a benefit to APA students and graduates,  only a minimal registration fee will be charged each time. 

Places are limited to 10

Coming session

Date:  April 16 2010 (Friday)

Overseas Speaker

Overview:

Topics covered:

~ What is Reflexology? Benefits of Reflexology

~ History and origins of Reflexology

Who should take this course?

Anybody interested in learning basic reflexology in order to treat themselves and learn more about their feet. This workshop is also suitable for students and professionals of any holistic discipline to supplement their learning and daily practice.

* A special revision class for APA diploma students and graduates

ABOUT MONIKA DOBLER

Monika Dobler is a Reflexologist and Light Healer who runs her own practice in Switzerland.

Her healing journey has brought her in contact with many different therapies in Switzerland and Asia. Her passion and heart lies "within the feet" and she lets herself be guided by her hands and intuition to find insight into a person’s wellbeing.   

She is also one of our diploma course tutors of reflexology under the topic of Holistic Views. She is here in Hong Kong to share her knowledge and to give Reflexology treatments and feet readings.

Addressing Stress Related Skin Problems

Of all the natural ingredients available to us, essential oils have the greatest potential to address complex skin problems in a whole person approach. As the mind affects the skin, so does the scent affect the mind and leads to changes in the skin.

Explore this possibility and learn how to apply some important skin oils for specific skin conditions.

For individuals interested to learn the effects of essential oils and their potential use as anti-aging agents and in natural skin care. An invalable asset for those who are already working in the field of Health and Beauty or for those who simply love essential oils.

Requirement

Participants should have a basic understanding of aromatherapy and essenital oils or have taken Asia Pacific Aromatherapy's Introductory Course.

Date  & Time :  

(WKS-060310)  --   21 March, 2010 (Sunday)  2:30pm - 5:30pm
 

Course Fee : HK$780 [Includes course notes, hands-on blending in class and a blend to take home to use]     

Shireen is an internationally qualified holistic aromatherapist and tutor specializing in prescriptive blending for skincare, natural perfumery and animal care. Her passion and knowledge of essential oils is shared in her educational workshops and professional diploma course training.

For the past 9 years, Shireen has worked with physically and developmentally challenged individuals to improve the quality of their lives throughthe sense of touch an smell using essential oils.  Having completed respected studies in Animal Aromatics, Aroma Cosmetology, Medicial Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Aura-soma. Her continuing studies include herbal medicine and natural perfumery.

Date  & Time :  

(WKS-010310)  --   26 March, 2010 (Friday)  2:00pm - 4:00pm
 

Course Fee : HK$300 (for guest)
                     HK$100 (for APA students and graduates)

APA Honorary Principal, Christine Saunders, TIDHA received her diploma in aromatherapy in 1994 and immediately began in practising privately with clients in Hong Kong. Seeing a need in professional aromatherapist training in Asia, she began work in 1997 to work a school to offer specialist and professional training in aromatherapy. Christine has dedicated her life to sharing her passion for and knowledge of essential oils.

As a therapist, her goal is to support her clients through the healing process. As an educator, her aim is to give students the foundation they need to become confident and competent practitioners.

Overview:

Sweddish Massage is one of the most commonly used massages in western civilization today. It is a typically known as a muscle massage, originally used on gymnasts. This massage is great for relief and relaxation for stressed and tired muscles.

Topics covered:

~ Personal and professional ethic

~ Relevant anatomy and Physiology

~ Swedish Massage techniques 

~ Contra-indications and contra actions

~ Consultation and recording keeping

~ Client care and after-care advice
~ Health and safety

*Please noted that this is a “hands on” workshop - we work on each other*

Who should take this course?

This course is an excellent introduction to basic Swedish body massage and is suitable for complete beginners or therapists wishing to add to their skills.

Course Code: WKS060410

Date: April 20, 27;  May 4, 11, 18, 25;  June  1 ,8, 15, 22  (Tuesday)

Total Hours: 30 hours

Capacity: 10

Course Fee: HK$4,800 [Includes course notes and attendance certificate]               

ABOUT Annie Fung

Annie Fung has over 10-year professional spa and beauty experience, back to standard of spa ethic and practical education.  She is an International certified therapist and lecturer, nutritionist, founder of More Than Skin Urban Spa, HK & spa consultant.

She was invited to hold talks at a number of beauty expositions in Asian Pacific region and has been writing articles on magazines.

 Enrolment
Please complete the enrolment form and return to us.