The most comprehensive Shiatsu certification available in New York. 700 hours of Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, meridian anatomy, clinical technique, and supervised practice — developed for practitioners who intend to master the art completely.
Shiatsu is not simply finger pressure — it is a complete therapeutic system rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, with its own anatomy (meridians), its own diagnostic framework (hara diagnosis), and its own treatment philosophy. Learning it properly takes time.
NYMI's 700-hour Shiatsu program is the most rigorous Shiatsu certification available in New York State. Students develop a genuine understanding of TCM theory — Yin/Yang, Five Elements, qi, and the 12 meridians — before applying those principles to hands-on treatment. The result is technique informed by understanding, not just memorized kata.
Graduates leave with the theoretical depth of a TCM-informed practitioner and the clinical hours to work confidently with complex presentations. This program is the right foundation for a professional Shiatsu practice, or for practitioners who want to add an East Asian bodywork modality to an existing LMT credential.
Inquire About Enrollment| Total Hours | 700 Clock Hours |
| Credential Awarded | Diploma |
| Prerequisite | None |
| Practicum Hours | 120 Hours (Clinic + Peer) |
| Format | Day & Evening Tracks |
| Duration | Approx. 10–14 Months |
Licensed massage therapists can add Shiatsu as a specialty. This 700-hour program is designed to stand independently or complement an existing LMT credential.
Shiatsu works along the meridian system — channels of qi energy that govern organ function and body balance. Students learn all 12 primary meridians in depth, including their pathways, points, and Five Element associations.
Dedicated Shiatsu and Japanese bodywork practices in New York and across the country.
Hospitals and integrative health centers increasingly include Shiatsu in patient care programs.
Work alongside acupuncturists and TCM practitioners as a bodywork specialist.
Premium spas offering Eastern modalities seek practitioners with genuine TCM knowledge.
Build a specialized Shiatsu practice — a sophisticated niche that attracts health-aware clients.
East Asian bodywork is increasingly offered in cancer centers and palliative care settings.
Speak with an admissions advisor about the 700-hour program structure, start dates, and how to integrate Shiatsu training into your career path.