Federation of Holistic Therapists

What’s on, where and when and for whom?

Below are the events for the next half-year for the Birmingham support group of the FHT. The events are open to everyone; FHT members, students, members of other therapy associations and the general public. Many of the talks lead onto full day or weekend workshops for those wishing to take certain subjects a little further. The entrance fee for each of the talks is £3 for students/concessions, £4 for FHT members and £5 for non-members. The venue for each meeting is Central England Holistic Therapies, 240 Alcester Road South, Kings Heath, Birmingham. www.centralengland.org

Date: Tuesday 13th May 2008     

Venue: CEHT

Topic: Tuina Chinese Massage – Anna Chan

Tuina  is a vigorous, energising system of massage that has been described as “leaving your body feeling as if it has been thoroughly Spring cleaned”. Although uncommon in the West, the story is very different in China where it originated. Here Tuina is a main stream treatment as well respected as Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine.

The words “tui” and “na” literally mean to push and grasp! The treatment, normally performed with the client fully clothed, focuses upon the meridian lines and acupressure points Tuina is routinely used in Chinese hospitals primarily to treat pain but also in the treatment of many other conditions.

Anna Chan is an experienced and qualified practitioner of Tuina Chinese Massage and she is looking forward to talking about her work and providing a practical demonstration.

Date: Tuesday 24th June 2008    

Venue: CEHT

Topic: Thermal Stone Massage  -  Greta Harrison

Imagine the blissful feeling of smooth, hot stones placed on your forehead or back and you will imagine how very relaxing and therapeutic this treatment is.  The stones used are often basalt which are volcanic, thereby retaining their heat for as long as possible, which is incredibly relaxing for the nervous system.  Greta is looking forward to demonstrating this speciality massage and sharing her knowledge with you.     

Date: Tuesday  9th September 2008  

Venue: CEHT        

Topic: Craniosacral Therapy - Tam Glenn and Katy Orr    

Craniosacral therapy is a non-manipulative but powerful body-therapy. Evolving out of osteopathy, it enables the therapist to refine their perceptual skills so that they may detect and aid the release of tensions and constrictions that are expressed within subtle movements in a clients body.

 A powerful and effective holistic treatment for a wide range of ailments ranging from physical to emotional.   Treating new born babies right through to more senior aged clientel.  

Tam Glenn and Katy Orr are fully qualified practitioners of Biodynamic Cranioscral therapy and have busy clinics in Harborne, Northfield and Kings Heath.  

Date: Tuesday  21st  October 2008    

Venue: CEHT  

Topic: Baby Massage - Lynne Hancher                             

An introduction to Baby Massage and how massage techniques can be adapted to suit newborn babies to help with the nurturing, bonding and wellbeing of mother and baby.

Lynne is a very experienced and knowledgeable Holistic Therapist who injects lots of fun and enthusiasm into her talks.

Date: Tuesday  2nd  December 2008                   

Topic: Pilates                                             (provisional)

Please Note:

If you have just picked up this leaflet from a clinic or retail outlet you may well be wondering what all this is about. The Birmingham local support group is for practitioners, students and people who just have an interest in the complementary health, fitness and beauty. You do not have to be a member of the FHT to attend, however to find out more about our association visit our web site at www.fht.org.uk or call 0870 4202022

Should you have friends who might be interested please bring them along. For more information telephone Nick Cooke on 0121 444 1110.  No need to book unless otherwise stated, just turn up and enjoy. Venue details at www.centralengland.org