Touch For Health Kinesiology

 

 

 

What is Touch For Health Kinesiology?

Touch For Health Kinesiology® (TFHK) is a dynamic synthesis of Eastern and Western approaches to working with the body, which can help us to reach our goals in health, performance, work and relationships.  Most importantly, TFHK classes provide the best opportunity to learn how to perform accurate muscle testing (manual resistive testing), which is a fundamental tool in many healing methods.

It's a way to keep your family healthy

TFHK is a truly wholistic system.  It works with the structural, chemical, energetic and emotional aspects of the body.  A muscle which tests “unlocked” or “weak” is usually associated with dysfunction in a particular acupuncture meridian and its related organ or system.  This muscle response test can identify key imbalances, while they are still easily correctable.  It also provides a way of testing for food sensitivities, emotional issues, and almost anything with the potential for affecting our life energy. One result can be fast, effective relief from physical and emotional stress and pain.  Another possibility is the removal of energetic and emotional blocks that are keeping us from achieving our goals and dreams.  We can literally "re-program" our system for success, health or whatever we desire.

It's a way to super-charge your touch therapy practice

Imagine using simple muscle tests to ask a person's body what it needs.   Where is the real problem? How can I most easily correct it?   Now imagine giving your client, patient or loved one a tune-up that addresses the major acupuncture meridians and related organs, emotional issues, posture, muscle tone, nutrition and nervous system functioning.   At the end of the session, you may also want to teach some simple self-help methods to relieve pain, a technique to release emotional stress, and an exercise to improve concentration, coordination and balance. 

Sound like worthwhile skills?  You’ll be practicing them all after the first weekend of Touch For Health. 

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Half-Hour for Health TFH "Tune-up"

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Having fun is a requirement of any Touch For Health Kinesiology class

 

Randall Gibson's teaching of TFH has given me a very good diagnostic tool for discovering where I need to focus my work.
 

                                                      Norm Nyburg, LMT, ND (Akron, Ohio)

Class Descriptions

TFHK1, TFHK2, TFHK3, TFHK4, The Top Ten Pain Releasers

TFHK Level 1 - 2 Days (15 Hours)

You will learn and practice 14 muscle tests and become familiar with their associated acupuncture meridians.  You will learn how to use neurolymphatic and neurovascular reflex areas, origin/insertion technique and meridian tracing to correct any weakness.  Also included are methods of pain relief, food testing and an amazingly simple technique called emotional stress release (ESR).  At the end of this class, you will be able to do a powerful “tune up” for the body called a “Touch for Health Balancing”.  You will also balance your partner for a specific goal and be amazed by the results.  This easily learned set of skills can be used to keep you and your loved ones at optimal levels of health. 

Thank you, Randall!  It was a wonderful experience and I learned a lot.  Your instruction was very thorough and I enjoyed your humor and teaching  style.                                    Sandy Heffernan, LMT

I would recommend this course to others. (especially other P.T.s)  Very useful, practical techniques.
                                Darlene Noble, P.T.

Already have in mind at least three clients. 
I can use this technique to make a difference.
                                           Patricia Flanagan, LMT

Great Fun!  Learning was easy!
                                   Sheila Hage, LMT

Prerequisite: None      Time Frame:  9am to 6pm Saturday & Sunday
Fee: $250 (includes manual)               (Current Schedule)

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TFHK Level 2 - 2 Days (15 Hours)

In this class, you will learn 14 new muscle tests especially helpful for back pain.  You will also study acupuncture theory including the law of the five elements, and will begin to understand more about how energy circulates through the body.  You will use shortcuts to make your balancing faster and more permanent while learning to recognize and correct potential problems that could interfere with the process.  You will also learn acupuncture holding points theory, new applications of ESR and advanced methods of pain relief.  At the end of this class, you will have begun to truly understand the techniques you practiced in TFHK 1 and will approach the work with new awareness, appreciation and excitement.

Prerequisite: TFHK Level 1                  Time Frame:  9am to 6pm Saturday & Sunday
Fee: $250 (may vary with location)                           (Current Schedule)

Great!  Nurturing. Educational. Enlightening!
                                                 Elizabeth Haley

The instructor is great, very helpful and knowledgeable.  Book is great too!
                                                    Tammy Cash

I had so much fun!
                                                 Armine Lokteva

Integrating.  Exciting. Renewal of Spirit!
                                        Patricia Flanagan, LMT

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TFHK Level 3 - 2 Days (15 Hours)

In this class, you will learn the final 14 muscles from the TFH text and deepen your knowledge about the role of meridians in physical imbalance.  You will use the 5 element model to work with color, goals and emotions to make your balancing faster, more powerful, and longer lasting than ever.  Another focus of the class will be learning to find and correct reactive muscles, which are often responsible for long term, chronic pain.  Each level also takes you deeper into yourself as a healer and an evolving being.

Prerequisite: TFHK Level 2                  Time Frame:  9am to 6pm Saturday & Sunday
Fee: $250 (includes manual and may vary with location)       (Current Schedule)

 

TFHK Level 4 - 2 Days (15 Hours)

In this last class of the series, you will review TFH 1- 3 and practice a complete 42 muscle balance.  You will learn to use the Time of Day balance, Postural Stress Release, Figure Eight Energy, balancing with sound and much more.   After completing this class, you will be eligible to take Professional Kinesiology Practitioner (PKP) courses and the Touch for Health Instructor Training.

Prerequisite: TFHK Level 3                  Time Frame:  9am to 6pm Saturday & Sunday
Fee: $250 (may vary with location)

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The Top Ten Pain Releasers (7 Hours)

Integrating massage therapy and Touch For Health!  This is a masterful collection of ten simple,
effective, hands-on skills that address a wide variety of pain and stress issues. 

 

Highlights:

● Learn what well-loved food is the biggest offender of neck muscles

● Learn to release a cramp or spasm in less than 5 seconds

● Learn to release tight neck muscles in about 30 seconds

● Learn to relieve both physical pain (especially low back pain) and emotional stress
in less than 5 minutes with music.

● Learn to determine if you are dehydrated at any given moment.

 

Massage Therapists and Bodyworkers will learn how to:

● clear the single greatest cause of most muscular pain.  90% of all injury related problems will respond positively to this technique.

● work gentler, not harder and get exceptional, longer lasting results.

● integrate effective meridian-based techniques

● individualize your sessions to effectively address your client's physical and emotional stresses.

● reduce your own stress with a variety of self-help skills

● do basic muscle testing (manual resistive testing) and self-testing.


Excellent preparation for Touch For Health 1 class or great for graduates who want additional techniques!

Prerequisite: NONE - This is an excellent introduction to energy medicine and Touch For Health.
Time Frame:  9am to 5pm     Fee: $125 (may vary with location)         (Current Schedule)
 

Very Fine course.  Enjoyed the experience!
                                          Michael Kilbane, LMT

Best class so far - Great job - Really loved it!!!
                                                  Eva Andersson
Instructor is highly experienced and capable.  Good teaching methods
                                                                                                              Valerie Mikluscak, LMT

 

The Top Ten Pain Releasers presents safe, effective techniques to relieve pain and promote the feeling of well-being in a format that is easy to use by the novice.
                                                                                  Dr. John Thie, Founder of Touch For Health

 

 

image courtesy of etouchforhealth.com

 

 

 

Textbook

 

   Touch For Health: The Complete Edition         (Click on the title to purchase)

         I recommend it as a reference although it is not used in the workshop.

          An excellent manual is included in the cost of the class.

 

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                     Instructor

 

     

    Randall Gibson, M.Ed., LMT, RPP, CST

    Registered Touch For Health Instructor


    Randall has been teaching Touch For Health classes
    across the country since 1984

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    Continuing Education
     


     The Association approvals below apply to all classes (TFH 1-TFH 4) taught by registered TFHK instructors:

    The Touch For Health Kinesiology Association (TFHKA) is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. (050467-00)

    TFHKA is approved as a continuing education provider (10439) for contact hours under the California Board of Registered Nursing in all but the following states: Florida, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota and Wyoming.

     

    Polarity Healthcare approvals (apply to these specific classes taught by Randall Gibson):

     Randall Gibson's Touch For Health 1 class is approved for 15 hours for Florida Massage Therapists. 
    CE Broker Tracking # 20-207430

    Randall Gibson's Touch For Health 1 class is approved for 15 hours for Ohio Occupational Therapists
    Approval number 100113

    Randall Gibson's Touch For Health 2 class is approved for 15 hours for Florida Massage Therapists.
    CE Broker Tracking #: 20-227630

    Randall Gibson is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. (325713-00)

    The Top Ten Pain Releasers is 7 contact hours

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    Fee

    $250 per weekend  (includes excellent manual)
    Massage students receive a discount
    Only $100 to repeat

    $125 for Top Ten (early reg.)
     

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    Current Schedule
    updated 5-24-10

    If you are interested in a seminar in your area, contact us!  We will be glad to schedule one.

    2010

    Scheduling in progress
     

     

     

     
    Touch For Health Kinesiology level 1 May 2 & May 23
    2 Sundays    		 Akron, OH $225 before 4/23/10

    $250 after 4/23/10
    To Register, Call 330-701-8780
     
    Top Ten Pain Releasers May 16
    (Sunday)    		 Akron, OH $125 before 4/16/10

    $150 after 4/16/10
    To Register, Call 330-701-8780
     
    Touch For Health Kinesiology level 1 May 22-23 Akron, OH $225 before 4/23/10

    $250 after 4/23/10
    To Register, Call 330-701-8780
     
    Touch For Health Kinesiology level 2 June 26-27 Akron, OH $225
    To Register, Call 330-701-8780
     
    Touch For Health Kinesiology level 1 November 6-7 Columbus, OH
    (AIAM)    		 $225 before 10/6/10

    $250 after 10/6/10
    To Register, Call 330-701-8780
     
    Touch For Health Kinesiology level 1 November 13-14 Daytona, FL $250 before 10/13/10

    $275 after 10/13/10
    To Register, Call 330-701-8780
     

     


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    Akron Ohio Location:

    Small Groups:

    Valley Massotherapy
    1236 Weathervane Lane, Suite 203
    (in Liberty Commons)
    Akron, Ohio 44313

    Larger Groups:

    National Institute of Massotherapy
    (Lockwood Professional Building)
    3681 Manchester Road
    Akron, Ohio 44319
    330-867-1996

    NEARBY HOTELS

     

     

    Registration for Akron, Columbus & Daytona classes
     (For Akron locations, see directly above)

    By mail:  SAVE OR PRINT A REGISTRATION FORM
    (Right click on the document then click Print)
    By phone:  330-701-8780

    Refund Policy

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    Touch For Health Study Group

    No meetings scheduled at this time

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    Links

    Touch For Health Kinesiology Association

    Brain Gym - Educational Kinesiology
     
     

     

     

     
     

    Randall Gibson, M.Ed., LMT, RPP, CST / 330-701-8780

    1236 Weathervane Lane, #203 / Akron, Ohio 44313 / [email]