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This modular QiGong Tuina course if for practitioners who wish to learn Tuina and who have a working knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) . Each module / weekend has been uniquely designed and broken down into standalone teaching sessions allowing you to choose which of the 7 sessions you wish to attend.
You can select 1, 2, 3, or all of the sessions, we have ensured that on each session you will always learn and cover new techniques and exercises.
If you decide to attend all 7 sessions, and pass all of the assessments set, you will have qualified as a Tuina practitioner, and have a complete set of Shaolin NeiGong QiGong and Tuina practical tools to use in clinic for you and your patients.
Importantly this course is underpinned by QiGong training and practice which is taught throughout each of the module / weekends.
The course has been specifically designed and mapped against the World Health Organisations benchmark for training in Tuina available  HERE.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_column][/cs_element_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”10″ ][cs_element_row _id=”11″ ][cs_element_column _id=”12″ ][cs_element_gap _id=”13″ ][cs_element_text _id=”14″ ][cs_content_seo]\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_gap _id=”15″ ][/cs_element_column][/cs_element_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”16″ ][cs_element_row _id=”17″ ][cs_element_column _id=”18″ ][cs_element_button _id=”19″ ][cs_content_seo]Venue\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”20″ ][cs_content_seo]TBC\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_gap _id=”21″ ][cs_element_button _id=”22″ ][cs_content_seo]Duration\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”23″ ][cs_content_seo]Each weekend will run from 9.00am to 5.00pm.
Each weekend is valid 14 hours CPD.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_gap _id=”24″ ][cs_element_button _id=”25″ ][cs_content_seo]Hours CPD\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”26″ ][cs_content_seo]The entire 7 mdules are valid for 98 hours CPD\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_gap _id=”27″ ][/cs_element_column][cs_element_column _id=”28″ ][cs_element_map _modules=”30″ _id=”29″ ][/cs_element_column][/cs_element_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”31″ ][cs_element_row _id=”32″ ][cs_element_column _id=”33″ ][cs_element_gap _id=”34″ ][cs_element_button _id=”35″ ][cs_content_seo]Information\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_gap _id=”36″ ][x_feature_list animation_offset=”50″ animation_delay_initial=”0″ animation_delay_between=”300″][x_feature_box title=”Is it for me ?” title_color=”hsl(128, 40%, 49%)” text_color=”#191919″ graphic=”icon” graphic_size=”55px” graphic_shape=”square” graphic_color=”#ffffff” graphic_bg_color=”#3E5641″ align_h=”left” align_v=”top” side_graphic_spacing=”15px” max_width=”none” child=”true” connector_width=”2px” connector_style=”dashed” connector_color=”#3E5641″ graphic_icon=”l-user-plus” graphic_animation=”fadeInDown” connector_animation=”pulse”]This qualification is aimed at individuals wishing to take further training or to develop their knowledge and skills in this basic life support. 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On each teaching weekend you will learn:

  • The historical development of Tuina practice
  • The basic concepts, theory and skills of Tuina.
  • Key concepts and skills of common Tuina techniques.
  • The application of the techniques covered on the syllabus (see below)
  • The appropriate application of combined techniques with the monitoring of therapeutic outcomes.
  • Diagnostic and treatment methods for common disorders using Tuina.
  • The application of Tuina for disease prevention, and health preservation.
  • The indications and the contraindications to Tuina.

On each module / weekend you will learn a number of the 22 of the Tuina techniques, the 28 treatment routines to help you treat 28 common ailments, covering 10 subject areas.

All of the above are covered if you attend all 7 sessions. Each module / weekend has 4 hours of structured Qi gong covering the Shaolin Nei Gong style, giving you essential physical training for Tuina practice.

Regular and appropriately devised exercise have been designed to enhance your constitution and provide you with the physical strength and resilience required for clinical practice.  


Module / Weekend 1

Common conditions covered

  • Wry neck / torticollis
  • Strained back muscles
  • Pain from poor posture
  • Knee pain

Techniques covered

  • Gun Fa
  • Yi Zhi Chan Tui Fa
  • An Fa
  • Rou Fa
  • Ban Shen Fa
  • Ca Fa

Shaolin Neigong Qigong

  • Pushing Eight Horses Forward (Lung)
  • Pulling Nine Oxen Backward (Lung)
  • Pulling the Golden Ring (Liver)
  • Phoenix Spreads its Wings (Heart)

History of Tuina style 1


Module / Weekend 2

Common conditions covered

  • Headaches
  • Anxiety

Techniques covered

  • Gun Fa
  • Yi Zhi Chan Tui Fa
  • An Fa
  • Rou Fa
  • Pia Fa
  • Ma Fa

Shaolin Neigong Qigong

  • Pushing Eight Horses Forward (Lung)
  • Pulling Nine Oxen Backward (Lung)
  • Pulling the Golden Ring (Liver)
  • Phoenix Spreads its Wings (Heart)

History of Tuina style 2


Module / Weekend 3

Common conditions covered

  • Upper limb problems
  • Rotator cuff injuries
  • Tennis / Golfers elbow
  • Carpal tunnel
  • Frozen shoulder

Techniques covered

  • Gun Fa
  • An Fa
  • Rou Fa
  • Cuo Fa
  • Duo Fa
  • Yao Fa

Shaolin Neigong Qigong

  • Xiang Xu the Conqueror Lifting the Cauldron (Spleen)
  • Pushing the Boat Against the Current (Pericardium) Triple Burner
  • Holding Two Pagoda’s (Pericardium) Triple Burner
  • Lotus Leaves swaging in the Wind (Heart)

History of Tuina style 3


Module / Weekend 4

Common conditions covered

  • Lower limb problems
  • Piriformis syndrome
  • Hamstring
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Shin splints

Techniques covered

  • Gun Fa
  • An Fa
  • Rou Fa
  • Na Fa
  • Ya Fa
  • Ji Dian Fa

Shaolin Neigong Qigong

  • Xiang Xu the Conqueror Lifting the Cauldron (Spleen)
  • Pushing the Boat Against the Current (Pericardium) Triple Burner
  • Holding Two Pagoda’s (Pericardium) Triple Burner
  • Lotus Leaves swaging in the Wind (Heart)

History of Tuina style 4


Module / Weekend 5

Common conditions covered

  • Spinal problems
  • Scoliosis
  • Whiplash
  • Sciatica
  • Lordosis / kyphosis

Techniques covered

  • Gun Fa
  • Yi Zhi Chan Tui Fa
  • Ya Fa
  • An Fa
  • Ca Fa
  • Ji Fa
  • Ban Shen Fa

Shaolin Neigong Qigong

  • Holding the Moon in the Arms (Kidney)
  • Dredging the Moon from the Bottom of the Sea (Kidney)
  • Supporting Heaven, Holding Earth (Spleen)
  • Splitting the Yang Xi Mountains (Heart)

History of Tuina style 5


Module / Weekend 6

Common conditions covered

  • Gastrointestinal problems
  • Stress / IBS
  • Constipation / diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal bloating

Techniques covered

  • Gun Fa
  • Yi Zhi Chan Tui Fa
  • An Ruo Fa
  • An Fa
  • Mo Fa
  • Tai Chi Hands

Shaolin Neigong Qigong

  • Holding the Moon in the Arms (Kidney)
  • Dredging the Moon from the Bottom of the Sea (Kidney)
  • Supporting Heaven, Holding Earth (Spleen)
  • Splitting the Yang Xi Mountains (Heart)

Use of Tuina in the east. Current Tuina history from 1947 How its used now in China


Module / Weekend 7

Common conditions covered

  • Gynecological problems
  • Pre Menstrual Syndrome
  • Dysmenorrhea

Shaolin Neigong Qigong

  • Two Hands Supporting Heaven (Spleen)
  • Three Up, Three Down (Kidney With Lung influence)
  • Hungry Tiger Pounces on its Prey (Kidney)
  • Black Dragon Flying into the Cave (Kidney)
  • Goddess Shows the Way (Liver)

Use of Tuina in the Western / current research

  • Current use in the west
  • Current research

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This course is suitable for qualified practitioners and final year students of Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Osteopathy, Naturopathy, Shiatsu. or Physiotherapy etc. wishing to add Tuina to enhance their portfolio of treatment tools and develop further their Qi.

As an attendee you are expected to have a background in Traditional Chinese / Asian medicine, have a working knowledge of the channel meridian system, and acupuncture points, and should be trained in anatomy and physiology to a level 4 or above.

As such you could be a member of the BAcC, ATCMA, AACP, BMAS, RCHM, Shiatsu etc.

You should be familiar with the following key concepts and characteristics of TCM theory;

  • Yin-yang.
  • 5 elements.
  • The 12 Zang-Fu organs.
  • Qi, blood and body fluids.
  • Aetiology and pathogenesis.

Diagnosis in TCM, including;

  • The four diagnostic methods (inspection, auscultation and olfaction, inquiring and palpation).
  • Differentiation of syndromes (identification of syndromes according to the eight guiding principles and Zang-Fu).
  • Principles and methods for prevention and treatment.

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  • Refreshments and lunch sadly are not provided.
  • You will need to bring a pen or pencil, we will be providing everything else; full colour course notes, all of the training equipment etc.
  • You will be formatively assessed throughout the course by the tutor, with them providing you with constructive feedback and instruction.
  • All participants must be prepared to give and receive treatments during the training, and a must be over 18 years old.
  • If you are fasting for religious or other reasons you must inform the tutor before the course commences.
  • These are very practical and hands on courses.
  • You will be expected to work in pairs and on each other throughout each weekend.
  • Tuina is practiced through loose comfortable clothing and so you are asked to ensure that you wear this type of clothing for the course
  • Due to the very hands on practical nature of each session the minimum number of attendees required to run each session is 6
  • There will be a maximum of 16 attendees per weekend session this will ensure that you receive high quality observation, tuition and feedback.
  • There will be a maximum of 8:1 student teacher ratio
  • Formative assessment on each CPD module will take the form of continual observation and feedback, students will receive constructive feedback on all of the techniques demonstrated and practiced.
  • Certification
    • Each weekend module will be issued with a CPD certificate of attendance
    • CPDG will issue a diploma in Tuina on successful competition of all 7 modules

    For attendees wishing to take all of the modules, there is an assessment and will take the form of;

    • Written Theory Assessment (A short question paper of 20 questions giving short explanations covering all aspects which have been covered on the course, exam conditions – date to be set).
    • Ongoing practical treatment – (students will demonstrate the appropriate techniques covered thought the course in the form of a full observed treatment).
    • Ongoing practical treatment justification —(Students will be expected to verbally justify the treatment given with the tutor after the treatment).

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All 7 modules / weekend £1190.00 (£170 per module)  Each individual module / weekend £180.00 (early bird) £220.00 full price[/x_accordion_item][/x_accordion][/cs_column][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/3″ style=”padding: 0px;”] [/cs_column][/cs_row][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text class=”cs-ta-left”]

Tutors Paul Blacker and Chris Tappenden

[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/5″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_image type=”none” src=”14481:full” alt=”Paul Blacker” link=”true” href=”https://thecpdgroup.com/2017/02/02/paul-blacker/” title=”Paul Blacker” target=”blank” info=”none” info_place=”right” info_trigger=”hover” info_content=””][/cs_column][cs_column bg_color=”hsla(0, 0%, 100%, 0.63)” fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”4/5″ style=”padding: 10px 50px 0px;border-style: solid;border-width: 1px;border-color: hsla(0, 0%, 0%, 0.2);”][cs_text id=”https://thecpdgroup.com/2017/02/02/paul-blacker/”]Paul practices Acupuncture, Tuina, remedial therapeutic massage, Qi gong and dietary therapy in Longfield, Kent. He has a practice in Kent, is a first aid instructor and set up and runs the New Ash Green Rugby Club treatment centre, a unique multi-disciplinary, multi-bed unit, treating male and female senior and junior sports players. He graduated in massage in 1993 and in acupuncture in 1997, achieved his PGCE in 2002, and his Masters in education in 2012… read more
[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/5″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_image type=”none” src=”14692:full” alt=”Chris Tappenden” link=”true” href=”https://thecpdgroup.com/2017/02/02/chris-tappenden/” title=”Chris Tappenden” target=”blank” info=”none” info_place=”right” info_trigger=”hover” info_content=””][/cs_column][cs_column bg_color=”hsla(0, 0%, 100%, 0.63)” fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”4/5″ style=”padding: 10px 50px 0px;border-style: solid;border-width: 1px;border-color: hsla(0, 0%, 0%, 0.2);”][cs_text id=”https://thecpdgroup.com/2017/02/02/paul-blacker/”]Chris’ passion for Chinese medicine stems from over 20 year’s participation in Chinese martial arts and his own positive experiences of acupuncture when Western medicine had failed. Throughout his martial arts he has used many sports injury and fighting liniments, and has a fascination with the design and use of them. He produces all of his own liniments which he uses in his clinics. read more
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