East-West Healing Arts Institute And Accupressure School in Madison Wisconsin
East-West Healing Arts Institute is built on the premise that body, mind, and spirit form an interconnected, inseparable system, and that true healing can only take place when all three are addressed. That's why our logo is made up of the Chinese characters for these three concepts: body, mind, and spirit. Therapeutic massage and bodywork has been used for thousands of years as a powerful tool for healing, and can have a profound effect on the whole being of both the client and the practitioner.
Through the commitment and extraordinary experience of highly qualified instructors and through techniques that have proven effective healing agents over the centuries, this school is dedicated to training each student to integrate and utilize their entire being in helping others.
In practical terms, by employing structured learning sessions along with clinical experience, the student is able to practice treating patients while learning a professional demeanor and attitude.
The purpose of our institution is to assist students in broadening their knowledge of the diverse massage techniques available and to teach students to complement modern western medical knowledge with traditional eastern techniques.
What makes East-West Healing Arts Institute unique? Why should someone choose you?
Here at East-West Healing Arts Institute, students learn to build a truly holistic massage, developing expertise in TuiNa (Chinese medical massage) as well as in Western massage. Students gain an in-depth education in both the Western scientific view of the human body and classical Chinese healing philosophy.
Students also have the opportunity to practice and study their TuiNa techniques through our student internship in China where students gain clinical experience performing massage treatments under the supervision of Chinese doctors.
How many students attend East-West Healing Arts Institute?
We hold 2 classes a year, at this time we have 46 students enrolled.
What are your average class sizes?
Average class sizes are about 23 students.
What modalities do you specialize in?
We teach a wide variety of modalities, our Eastern courses include Shiatsu, JinShinDo, TuiNa, Acupressure, Acustone, GuaSha, moxibustion, cupping, auricular reflexology, hand and foot reflexology. Our Western courses include Swedish massage, deep tissue, myofascial release, polarity, sports massage, pregnancy massage, aromatherapy, raindrop technique and essential oils.
What is/are the cost(s) of your program(s)?
The cost of the entire program is $8,500.
For those who are already Massage Therapists, our Eastern only program is available, tuition is $5,000.
Does East-West Healing Arts Institute offer night classes?
Yes, day and night classes are available.
How long does your program take from start to finish?
Our program is 10 months long if Eastern and Western courses are taken at the same time. We offer the opportunity to take the Western portion of our program first, followed by the Eastern portion, which would take 18 - 22 months to complete.
What is your philosophical approach to massage?
Everyone is unique and must be treated as so in order to enhance their healing process. Our philosophical approach to massage is to treat each body individually according to age and specific condition. We also believe that treating the emotional and mental health and well-being of a person is just as important as treating the actual, physical body. By doing this, students truly succeed in healing the mind, body and soul together as a whole.
What experience level do your instructors have? What are your requirements for instructors?
Each member of our staff brings years of teaching experience into the classroom. Their backgrounds include chiropractic, Oriental medicine and acupuncture, physical therapy, herbal medicine, TaiChi, along with a broad array of Eastern and Western styles of massage.
Do you offer any additional services? (Massage clinic, supplies store, etc.)
Our student massage clinic is very popular. Our students are booked out 3 to 4 weeks in advance! We offer student massages 3 days a week at a rate of $30 for one hour or you can buy a package of 4 massages for $100.
Students also perform massage within the local community and at special events as part of their required Community Outreach and Practice hours.
Students are able to purchase all of their massage supplies right in the school. We sell oils, lotions, holsters, bolsters, and other various supplies and tools. Massage tables are included in the cost of tuition and are available to those outside of school to purchase as well.
We also have a store called "All the Tea in China" where you can choose from over 100 different teas and beautifully designed tea cups and tea sets. You may also choose to purchase Chinese paintings, silk, Jade jewelry, music and more through the store as well.
Where are you located, and what is the best way for someone to contact East-West Healing Arts Institute for more information? Where can people find you online?
We are located in Madison, Wisconsin. Our address is 6425 Normandy Lane, located on the West Side of Madison right off of Odana Rd. You can reach us by phone at 608-240-1600, or visit our website at www.acupressureschool.com for more information.
East-West Healing Arts Institute is built on the premise that body, mind, and spirit form an interconnected, inseparable system, and that true healing can only take place when all three are addressed. That's why our logo is made up of the Chinese characters for these three concepts: body, mind, and spirit. Therapeutic massage and bodywork has been used for thousands of years as a powerful tool for healing, and can have a profound effect on the whole being of both the client and the practitioner.
Through the commitment and extraordinary experience of highly qualified instructors and through techniques that have proven effective healing agents over the centuries, this school is dedicated to training each student to integrate and utilize their entire being in helping others.
In practical terms, by employing structured learning sessions along with clinical experience, the student is able to practice treating patients while learning a professional demeanor and attitude.
The purpose of our institution is to assist students in broadening their knowledge of the diverse massage techniques available and to teach students to complement modern western medical knowledge with traditional eastern techniques.
What makes East-West Healing Arts Institute unique? Why should someone choose you?
Here at East-West Healing Arts Institute, students learn to build a truly holistic massage, developing expertise in TuiNa (Chinese medical massage) as well as in Western massage. Students gain an in-depth education in both the Western scientific view of the human body and classical Chinese healing philosophy.
Students also have the opportunity to practice and study their TuiNa techniques through our student internship in China where students gain clinical experience performing massage treatments under the supervision of Chinese doctors.
How many students attend East-West Healing Arts Institute?
We hold 2 classes a year, at this time we have 46 students enrolled.
What are your average class sizes?
Average class sizes are about 23 students.
What modalities do you specialize in?
We teach a wide variety of modalities, our Eastern courses include Shiatsu, JinShinDo, TuiNa, Acupressure, Acustone, GuaSha, moxibustion, cupping, auricular reflexology, hand and foot reflexology. Our Western courses include Swedish massage, deep tissue, myofascial release, polarity, sports massage, pregnancy massage, aromatherapy, raindrop technique and essential oils.
What is/are the cost(s) of your program(s)?
The cost of the entire program is $8,500.
For those who are already Massage Therapists, our Eastern only program is available, tuition is $5,000.
Does East-West Healing Arts Institute offer night classes?
Yes, day and night classes are available.
How long does your program take from start to finish?
Our program is 10 months long if Eastern and Western courses are taken at the same time. We offer the opportunity to take the Western portion of our program first, followed by the Eastern portion, which would take 18 - 22 months to complete.
What is your philosophical approach to massage?
Everyone is unique and must be treated as so in order to enhance their healing process. Our philosophical approach to massage is to treat each body individually according to age and specific condition. We also believe that treating the emotional and mental health and well-being of a person is just as important as treating the actual, physical body. By doing this, students truly succeed in healing the mind, body and soul together as a whole.
What experience level do your instructors have? What are your requirements for instructors?
Each member of our staff brings years of teaching experience into the classroom. Their backgrounds include chiropractic, Oriental medicine and acupuncture, physical therapy, herbal medicine, TaiChi, along with a broad array of Eastern and Western styles of massage.
Do you offer any additional services? (Massage clinic, supplies store, etc.)
Our student massage clinic is very popular. Our students are booked out 3 to 4 weeks in advance! We offer student massages 3 days a week at a rate of $30 for one hour or you can buy a package of 4 massages for $100.
Students also perform massage within the local community and at special events as part of their required Community Outreach and Practice hours.
Students are able to purchase all of their massage supplies right in the school. We sell oils, lotions, holsters, bolsters, and other various supplies and tools. Massage tables are included in the cost of tuition and are available to those outside of school to purchase as well.
We also have a store called "All the Tea in China" where you can choose from over 100 different teas and beautifully designed tea cups and tea sets. You may also choose to purchase Chinese paintings, silk, Jade jewelry, music and more through the store as well.
Where are you located, and what is the best way for someone to contact East-West Healing Arts Institute for more information? Where can people find you online?
We are located in Madison, Wisconsin. Our address is 6425 Normandy Lane, located on the West Side of Madison right off of Odana Rd. You can reach us by phone at 608-240-1600, or visit our website at www.acupressureschool.com for more information.