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Education is at the core of all our programs, welcoming students, practitioners, and health-conscious individuals into our Shiatsu community

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At Five Lights Center of Shiatsu, we believe that a strong Shiatsu education supports professional growth, embodied awareness, meaningful connection, and personal well-being.

Whether you are pursuing post-licensure continuing education or seeking personal enrichment and self-care training, our programs are designed to offer clarity, depth, and a supportive learning community. All offerings emphasize experiential learning, ethical practice, and respect for professional scope.

Affiliations & Accreditations  

Five Lights Center of Shiatsu is recognized by:

  • National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB)

  • National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)

  • Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)

  • American Federation of Massage Therapy Educators (AFMTE)

  • Florida State Massage Therapy Association (FSMTA)

  • CE Broker

The Five Lights Center of Shiatsu is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork( NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider and is also sponsored by NCBTMB to teach New York LMTs continuing education that is accepted by the state of New York for license renewal.

 

We are also a CE Broker–approved provider in FL, GA, MI, NH, SC, and TN, offering post-licensure continuing education programs for licensed professionals.

Our programs support professional growth, embodied learning, and personal enrichment for bodyworkers and wellness practitioners. We offer:

  • Post-licensure continuing education (CE)

  • Elective trainings

  • Experiential workshops in Shiatsu, somatic bodywork, and traditional Eastern frameworks

Programs incorporate modern understanding of nervous system regulation, practitioner sustainability, and self-care. All offerings are educational and intended for CE, enrichment, or self-care - not for state-licensed vocational or medical training or certification.

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Training Programs Offered
Professional Zen Shiatsu Certification Training Program 

We offer a comprehensive curriculum based on traditional Japanese zen shiatsu. Students learn all aspects of the shiatsu practice in person and online. Courses count towards our 500-hour Zen Shiatsu Certification, which meets all national standards for the profession and enables graduates to apply for membership with the AOBTA (American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia).

Five Lights Intuitive Shiatsu™ Wellness Training Program

The Five Lights Intuitive Shiatsu™ Wellness Training Program provides a fundamental education in the Zen shiatsu style. The training is comprised of the first three levels of the Five Lights Center shiatsu courses, which can also count toward the fuller Zen Shiatsu Certification. Our training has a strong focus on self-awareness and self-development. The program may provide a healing journey to improve not only your well-being but also that of others.

For course details, see the larger Zen Shiatsu Certification link above and view the catalog for levels 1-3. 

Corporate Wellness Programs

These programs are designed to improve your team's wellness through Makko Ho, chair shiatsu, and

stretching. This ancient Japanese method of self-care aims to reduce stress and lift productivity. All ages and fitness levels can achieve lasting benefits from remote sessions.

Global Shiatsu Virtual Gathering

Shiatsu teachers, students, and practitioners meet to share knowledge and passion for the ancient Japanese Healing Arts. At the special event, the healing energy of self-care shiatsu is learned and practiced around the world from the comfort of home.

Annual Shiatsu Summit

 

Join us for our Annual Shiatsu Summit, a unique opportunity to connect with inspiring, passionate Shiatsu students and instructors, both in-person and virtually, as we convene at a weekend retreat to spread the magic of Shiatsu into the next generation. The next Shiatsu Summit will be Apr 17-19, 2026, at the Himalayan Institute Retreat Center in Honesdale, PA.

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Five Lights Center of Shiatsu in NYC is a nonprofit educational and cultural organization dedicated to the promotion and understanding of the Eastern Healing Arts.

We help to establish a more peaceful and meaningful world by teaching people how to touch with love, kindness and purpose.

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