The Healing Art of Setsukido - click here to read article
Setsukido Practitioners Course - click here

Japanese deep tissue massage technique

Setsukido is an excellent deep tissue massage. It relieves stress and tension and encourages energy to flow through the body, increasing general wellbeing.

Setsukido can treat a wide variety of physical conditions and can also work on the mental and emotional levels, restoring balance and improving vitality.

Regular treatments improve circulation and boost the immune system.

Setsukido works with the subtle energy meridian system. To support the physical massage process, Ki (energy) is channelled into the body to clear energetic blocks and raise energy levels.

For those who are ready, Setsukido can also work on a more profound level to clear emotional trauma held in the body.

Treatment 1¼ hours £55
First treatment 2 hours £65

For some deep pampering, I also offer Setsukido Premium: a two hour Setsukido massage focussing on relaxing and revitalising the body. The bodywork is extended to include the face, upper chest and abdomen, where the balancing " Inner Ocean " technique is applied.

Setsukido Premium 2 hours £75

***** We are offering a one year (part-time) Practitioner's Course in The Healing Art of Setsukido in 2008 *****
Click here for more details, call 01892 512134 or email for further information

Susan's testimonial:
"I first went to see Diana because I wanted a massage particularly of my back, and the 'deep tissue' appealed to me, I wanted something more than a superficial massage. I didn't know that Setsukido involves the belief that emotions can be held in the body, even from past lives, and can cause health problems. If I had known that, then perhaps I wouldn't have gone. I am a nurse trained in the medical model, and that's not the way the body works (not so sure now). Anyway I found that the massage left me feeling really well. As well as that, a worrying symptom that was to be investigated at the hospital gradually improved and carries on improving. I have also found more subtle changes; for instance I seem to be able to tackle long-standing minor but irritating problems in my life. I'm very surprised by all this, but very glad that I have come across this form of healing. Incidentally I also like the fact that it doesn't involve a lot of sessions but is something you can come back to whenever you feel the need"

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Magnus' testimonial:
"The Setsukido Massage with Diana was my best treat of the year! Despite her tiny frame, Diana possessed a power of intuition and wisdom to soothe away all my concerns. I was impressed by the depth of knowledge that goes into the treatment and wish her great success in teaching this discipline to her students. I will definitely recommend people to experience Setsukido Massage, as it can relieve past trauma that has been locked away inside muscle causing discomfort that even osteopaths and chiropractors cannot shift."

Magnus Agugu
magnusthemasseur.co.uk

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The Healing Art of Setsukido

by Diana Savil

Setsukido (Sets-oo- key -doh) is a Japanese deep tissue massage technique, working with Ki (energy) and taking into account the meridian system within the body.

Where it differs from many other deep tissue massage techniques is that it is able to release emotional trauma that has been held in the body, often for many years. This process, in which the client consciously participates, allows the client to connect with the root cause of a condition, to let go of the negative energy associated with it, and to clear such energy from the body. This brings a feeling of lightness and clarity and, depending on the issue that has been addressed, can be life-changing.

This process only takes place if the client is ready, and if approached simply as a massage technique there are still many benefits to be gained from a Setsukido treatment. As well as being excellent for reducing stress, it is an opportunity for some "me" time - an important factor in maintaining health and wellbeing.

The Setsukido practitioner has a variety of tools at their disposal. In addition to working with the hands (and elbows where required) Ki is channelled into the client's body throughout the treatment. This enhances the massage process, assisting the release of negative energy as the bodywork is carried out. If an area is particularly blocked, then Ki can be consciously focussed into it. This penetrates further into the body than simple manual pressure, enabling the area to be cleared and revitalised. The practitioner can also visualise placing Setsukido symbols within the body to influence the energy flow.

Setsukido works with the five bodies: Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Spiritual and Ego. Each body has an element associated with it, and (as in some other therapies) a pair of organs and their related meridians. By focussing Ki into the meridians, and assessing the flow of energy within them, the health and wellbeing of the various bodies can be improved. The taking of the pulses for each body and tuning in to the yin and yang flow are part of the initial assessment at the beginning of a treatment.

Setsukido can treat a wide range of conditions, both physical and mental/emotional. Stiff and aching muscles respond to treatment, and the spine and hips can be realigned. Many other conditions (digestive disorders, menstrual problems, skin irritation, depression, joint pain, headaches, disturbed sleep patterns and more) can be addressed through Setsukido treatments. By getting to the root cause of a dis-ease, and clearing it, the condition disappears.

Those in good health can also benefit from regular treatments which strengthen the immune system, boost energy levels and help maintain an optimum state of wellbeing.

An edited version of this article appeared in the September issue of the Wellbeing Magazine.

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SETSUKIDO COURSE

This is a Practitioner's First Year course in the Healing Art of Setsukido. The course instructs practitioners in the basic bodywork techniques and teaches them how to raise their levels of Ki (energy) so they can help their clients in the transformational process of healing.

The course consists of a three day weekend each month for 12 months. The Saturday and Sunday will cover new techniques, the other day will be a refresher on the work of the previous month.

The subjects covered will include:


• Understanding Ki and the Chakra Bowl Technique;
• Ko-Mai (opening Ki massage techniques);
• The Philosophy of Setsukido; The Five Bodies,
• Five Elements and Five Pulses;
• Tokonagi, Tokonami and Full Body Release;
• The Sacred Sacrum and Inner Ocean;
• The Meridian System (and Horizontal Meridians);
• Vocal and Symbolic Activation of Ki;
• What Colour is Pain?;
• Whole Body Massage and Kia-Ki (elbow massage);
• Past Life Connections and Wu-Si (Rocks in the stream);
• Client/Practitioner Protocol

The cost is £140 per weekend. A 10% reduction is available for students wishing to pay the full course fees in advance.

The course dates and venue have yet to be confirmed but the course will begin in the autumn of 2008. The venue will be in the Tunbridge Wells area.

The maximum number of students is 8.

Please phone Roy or Diana on 01892 512134 or email for further information.

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"I found that the massage left me feeling really well. As well as that, a worrying symptom that was to be investigated at the hospital gradually improved and carries on improving..." - Susan (read more)

"I tried Setsukido because I needed a massage and also wanted to try to treat a long standing problem with my hip joints. I am amazed that, after just a few treatments, I am able to walk without pain and my hips are feeling very strong" -
Kate.

"What a fantastic treatment.  For a year I had problems with my neck.  I tried other treatments but Setsukido was the one that worked for me."  - K Barrett"