Reflexology Courses
There are ongoing courses taught by Frances Birdsell RCRT
Reflexology Therapist & Approved Reflexology Instructor at Viva Holistic Healing.
These courses prepare you to practice Reflexology with family/friends or at a professional level.
Continuing Education is important for professional development. The following courses are taught as well.
Reflexology Therapist & Approved Reflexology Instructor at Viva Holistic Healing.
These courses prepare you to practice Reflexology with family/friends or at a professional level.
- Basic Foot Reflexology
- Intermediate Foot Reflexology
- Professional Practice
Continuing Education is important for professional development. The following courses are taught as well.
- Hand Reflexology
- Ear Reflexology
- Osteopathic Approach to Reflexology
- Pendulum use
Reflexology is a natural therapy that recognizes the interconnection of all things. It is relaxing, while improving circulation and organ function, promoting the elimination of toxins. The treatment sessions involve the manipulation of reflexes and energy points of the indicated parts of the body.
There will be a Certificate of Completion issued upon successful completion of the instruction and practicum for each course. These Certificates can be used towards meeting the standards of the Reflexology Association of BC in order to be recognized as an Approved Reflexology Practitioner.
The courses will be taught by Frances Birdsell, RCRT, Viva Holistic Healing, who is an Approved Instructor under the provincial body - The Reflexology Association of BC. The Foundation Courses are also approved by the Reflexology Association of Canada.
There will be a Certificate of Completion issued upon successful completion of the instruction and practicum for each course. These Certificates can be used towards meeting the standards of the Reflexology Association of BC in order to be recognized as an Approved Reflexology Practitioner.
The courses will be taught by Frances Birdsell, RCRT, Viva Holistic Healing, who is an Approved Instructor under the provincial body - The Reflexology Association of BC. The Foundation Courses are also approved by the Reflexology Association of Canada.
Basic Foot Reflexology
20 hours of instruction & supervised practice of foot reflexology techniques
plus a 10 hour practicum of Foot Reflexology Sessions
Three days of instruction for each course, 9:30 am to 4:30 or 5:00 pm daily, with a break for lunch.
Next dates: February 20, 21 & March 7, 2021 - OR-
May 1, 2 & 16, 2021
Fees: $495 + GST per student
Required textbooks:
* Reflexology - Health at your fingertips, Barbara & Kevin Kunz
* Atlas of the Human Body, Takeo Takahashi
Intermediate Foot Reflexology
20 hours of instruction & supervised practice of foot reflexology techniques, home study preparation of anatomy assignments; plus a 20 hour practicum of Foot Reflexology Sessions
Three days of instruction for each course, 9:30 am to 4:30 or 5:00 pm daily, with a break for lunch.
To be announced - 2021
Two days of instruction of advanced techniques & hands on practice, a home study ANATOMY assignment, and a third day to present assignments for shared learning.
ASSIGNMENT PRESENTATIONS: May 16, 2021
9:30 am to 4:30 pm for the 3 days of instruction
NEXT COURSE: April 30 & May 1 & 28, 2022
Fees: $495 + GST per student
Three days of instruction for each course, 9:30 am to 4:30 or 5:00 pm daily, with a break for lunch.
To be announced - 2021
Two days of instruction of advanced techniques & hands on practice, a home study ANATOMY assignment, and a third day to present assignments for shared learning.
ASSIGNMENT PRESENTATIONS: May 16, 2021
9:30 am to 4:30 pm for the 3 days of instruction
NEXT COURSE: April 30 & May 1 & 28, 2022
Fees: $495 + GST per student
Hand Reflexology & Osteopathic Approach to Reflexology
Continuing Education workshops for those with at least Basic Reflexology training, to further their knowledge of innovative techniques and different approaches to working with the feet, or hands.
Ear reflexology will also be taught in 2021 as a Continuing Education workshop, as a fascinating way of promoting wellness and healing.
POSTPONED until Spring / Fall 2021
Fee: $150 + GST ~ Register one week in advance as space is limited.
(Continuing Education Credits: RABC: 6 / RAC: 3)
Ear reflexology will also be taught in 2021 as a Continuing Education workshop, as a fascinating way of promoting wellness and healing.
POSTPONED until Spring / Fall 2021
Fee: $150 + GST ~ Register one week in advance as space is limited.
(Continuing Education Credits: RABC: 6 / RAC: 3)
Professional Practice
15 hours of instruction & 30 hours of practicum
Preparation to operate a professional reflexology practice. Exam readiness to write the RABC exam in order to become an Approved Reflexologist, recognized by the Reflexology Association of BC
November 14 & 15 2020 ~ 10 am - 4 pm each day
& follow-up exam prep time as individually / group ready
Fees: $495 + GST per student
Preparation to operate a professional reflexology practice. Exam readiness to write the RABC exam in order to become an Approved Reflexologist, recognized by the Reflexology Association of BC
November 14 & 15 2020 ~ 10 am - 4 pm each day
& follow-up exam prep time as individually / group ready
Fees: $495 + GST per student
What Graduates of Viva Holistic Healing Courses Have to Say:
CLAUDIA RUEL: "...This really is an awesome class... I took this class in 2010 and learned a lot - I'm so happy I have this skill!"
October 12, 2012 at 11:48 am Via Facebook
October 12, 2012 at 11:48 am Via Facebook
BRUCE THOMPSON: "...There is nothing like having a Foot Reflexology Massage and Hands as well. It really does work"
October 12, 2012 at 12:15pm Via Facebook
October 12, 2012 at 12:15pm Via Facebook
AMY KEBERNIK: "...This was a great class! I learned so much, and it was a lot of fun too"
October 12, 2012 at 1:02 pm Via Facebook
October 12, 2012 at 1:02 pm Via Facebook