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Japanese Swordsmanship and Massage
improve concentration by learning an ancient martial art
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Joel Fein is approved by the National Certification Board
for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)
as a Continuing Education Approved Provider
(NCBTMB provider # 450917-09)
and the Florida Board of Massage Therapy
(CE Provider # 50-11003)
Private Classes Available Now (6 CE hours)
Choose a date convenient for you!
call 941-359-9588 for more information
registration online with a credit card will be available soon
Please email us if you wish to be contacted about future
group workshop dates
Your email address will not be shared with third parties,
you will only be contacted about new workshop dates.
These are workshop style classes. No previous martial arts experience is necessary. Throughout the workshop, students have the opportunity to try out their new skills and receive instructor feedback. Instruction includes demonstrations and student hands-on practice of Muso Shiden Ryu Iaido kata (Japanese Swordsmanship forms or exercises). The instructor also demonstrates how these same Iaido movements can teach the therapist focus, correct posture, fluid movement and how to avoid the common injuries related to improper body mechanics.
Pictures from a class >>
Class Info
Please arrive on time and bring your lunch (there will be a one hour break for lunch) Please wear loose fitting, comfortable clothing and thick socks during class. This will enable you to perform the Iaido kata movements more easily. A bokken will be used in class. This blunt, hardwood crafted practice sword is excellent for safely practicing Iaido kata. The bokken (wooden practice sword), saya (scabbard) and an obi belt will be provided for each student to use during class. If a student wishes to purchase an equipment package (bokken, saya and obi belt) in order to continue to practice Iaido kata at home, it can be purchased before (when registering online) or at the workshop for $30. Written handout materials and a DVD showing the iaido Kata warm-up exercises, are all included in the workshop price of $150
How to pay for the Workshop
You may reserve a place securely by credit card (through PayPal) on this website. It is not necessary to have a Paypal account to pay with your credit card through Paypal.
Just choose from the options (Private, 6 CE Class, Private Class without equipment, deposit) and then click on the PAY NOW button below to reserve your place with your credit card.
A Cashier's check will also be accepted if it is received at least two weeks before the workshop date. Sorry no personal checks. The registration and cancellation policy are as stated below:
Registration & Cancellation
Registration Deposit: $50 is required to reserve your place
Registration Fee: The remainder ($100) must be received at least
2 weeks prior to the workshop
Private Workshop Fee, 6 CE hours: $150
(includes written material and a DVD)
Cancellation Policy: $50 is required as a non-refundable deposit. If you cancel 2 weeks before the scheduled workshop, your deposit may be transferred to another workshop (within 12 months of the original class date scheduled) If the workshop is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment you will be issued a complete refund (100%)
Please email us if you have any questions.
No Martial Arts experience necessary.
Entire Registration Fee is due 2 weeks prior to class.
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Above is pictured the bokken with wood scabbard that will be used in class. This blunt, hardwood crafted practice sword, with wood scabbard is excellent for safely practicing Iaido kata.
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Class Syllabus includes...
• Iaido warm up stretches as preparation for bodywork.
• Instructor demo and student hands-on instruction in
Iaido kata. includes a brief introduction to the history
and philosophy of Iaido with an emphasis on building
strength, increasing flexibility and developing focus
through the practice of Iaido kata
• Instructor demos and student hands-on instruction,
to show how Iaido kata can be used to enhance massage
technique: posture and stance, balance, centering the body,
effective breathing and developing rhythmic, efficient,
fluid movement.
• Iaido kata and the prevention of injury and fatigue
through proper body mechanics
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Iaido and the Massage Therapist or Bodyworker...
Iaido is sometimes considered moving meditation, developing the practitioner's ability to relax and focus. Iaido’s rhythmic movements done before and after a client massage help warm up or cool down muscles, which prevents injury. Iaido kata can easily be practiced in between clients as a way to quickly refresh and increase the therapist’s emotional and physical energy while also developing good postural habits and flexibility.
Iaido techniques help a therapist to maintain his/her body in a relaxed state while giving a massage, therefore less muscular force is required. This helps to alleviate chronic tension and its associated injuries. The practitioner learns to relax the neck, arms and chest while lengthening the body’s trunk. This helps the therapist avoid common postural issues and injuries of the upper body and neck and the movement habits that contribute to them. Iaido also balances the flow of chi (energy) through the body, removing blockages and improving circulation.
Iaido movements lengthen and strengthen every area of the body, (especially upper body) creating greater range of motion and mobility. Iaido develops balance, rhythmic and fluid movement, concentration and coordination, all of which are essential to the Bodyworker.
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About Iaido...
Iaido is a non-combative physical and mental discipline. When practicing Iaido one focuses on the moment and attempts to exclude all interfering thoughts. Iaido involves no direct physical contact or combat with other individuals. Iaido forms (kata) are choreographed movement patterns in response to one or more imaginary opponents. Attention to correct body alignment and mental focus facilitates the transfer of force through the body. These same principles can be used by the massage therapist to increase the effectiveness of the massage, while using less effort.
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About the Instructor
Joel Fein, LMT, NCBTMB, FSMTA, is a nationally certified, licensed massage therapist (#MA37002) with a private practice in Sarasota, FL. His approved provider number is 450917-09. He is on the Board of Advisors at The Florida College of Natural Health and also massage therapist for the Pines of Sarasota, specializing in pain management and calming techniques for patients with dementia. He is a certified 5th degree Black Belt in the martial art Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido (Japanese Swordsmanship) and is the Sensei at Makoto Dojo, Sarasota, FL. For more information please call 941-359-9588 or email iaidoteach@verizon.net
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