Objectives:

1. The learner will have a working knowledge of the history of reflexology.
2. Learner will understand the horizontal divisions on the foot that represent areas of the body.
3. Learner will be able to discern and discuss Zone Therapy, Meridian Therapy and Chakra work.
4. Learner will have an understanding of the workable theories dealing with the subject of Reflexology.
5. The learner will be able to demonstrate finger walking and thumb walking techniques.
6. The learner will be able to demonstrate technique dealing with Zones and guidelines on feet.

Instructional Methods:

Lectures, visual Aids, PowerPoint, Hand outs, Demonstration, Supervised Performance of Technique, Evaluation by Learner, Feedback and Student Summary.

Method of Evaluation

• Class Participation
• Homework
• Practical Exam
• Attendance

Pre-requisites:

None

Text Book

Practical Reflexology by: Susan Watson

Lesson Plan: 28 Hours

This class will be offered over a period of 4 weeks, with 7 hours each class using the book of Practical Reflexology as a reference and guideline.

Week One:

• History of reflexology
• Theory: Zone, Meridian, Chakra, Horizontal Guidelines
• Definition
• Pathology
• Contraindications
• Universal precaution
• Homework: review pathogies and read chapters 1 and 2.
• Practice

Week Two:

• Learn thumb & finger technique
• Look at feet learn imaginary lines, diagram, and chart
• Learn technique from head to diaphragm line

Homework: Chapters 5 and 6
Practice

Week Three:

• Complete mini-session technique
• Practice entire session
• Homework Practice

Week Four:

• Complete mini-session technique
• Practice entire long session
• Final Exam