INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF SHIATSU 10 South Clinton Street Doylestown, PA 18901 (215) 340-9918 Phone (215) 340-9181 Fax info@shiatsubo.com

ABOUT THE SCHOOL The International School of Shiatsu (I.S.S.) was founded in 1978 (by Saul Goodman) and is now a group of independent schools located in the United States, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Belgium, Germany, Spain, Portugal & Croatia. Saul Goodman the founder and owner of I.S.S. has developed a curriculum which reflects his background in traditional Shiatsu, Zen Shiatsu, Macrobiotics and some recent research into denser and finer forms of body energy as well as a form of bodywork now known as Shin Tai, Life Force Recovery.   The Staff The Location Our Affiliations Statement of Purpose I.S.S. supports the advancement of the students toward their own individual goals. Whether students intend to pursue training to become full or part-time practitioners, to use Shiatsu as an adjunct to existing skills, or for personal development, the program can be of great benefit. No previous experience is necessary to begin this study. Students need only the desire to grow personally, experience prosperity and help other people.       Staff The teaching staff is comprised of experienced, practicing professionals who teach in their respective areas of expertise. A close relationship between student and teacher is assured by the small classes. Administration Executive Director - Saul Goodman** Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant - Sherry Derwin, M.A. Admissions Director - Morna Goodman General Manager - Avner Goodman Faculty Senior Shiatsu Instructors: Saul Goodman** Leo McElroy, B.S.* Diane Hynes, B.A.* Shiatsu Instructors Enid Jones* Hilde Newhouse Jill Silverstein, B.F.A.* Rolly Brown  * A.O.B.T.A. Certified Practitioner  ** A.O.B.T.A. Certified Instructor School Calendar and Business Hours The Administrative Office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, and on Saturdays from 9:00am to noon. Our voice-mail is also available to take your message 24-hours a day. Call us for info at (215) 340-9918 or fill out our form. The Location I.S.S. is located in Doylestown, PA, in a suburban area, surrounded by farms, parks and nature preserves. Doylestown is easily accessible by car, bus, train or plane. Philadelphia is just an hour away and New York City about an hour and a half away. By car, Doylestown is intersected by Routes 611, 313 and 202. By bus, both Greyhound or Transbridge are running from New York and arrive directly into Doylestown; SEPTA buses are running from Philadelphia, and points in-between. By plane, land at the Newark, New Jersey or Philadelphia airports, and take the bus or Amtrack to Doylestown. By train, the Amtrack, coming from Philadelphia arrives right in the center of Doylestown. Students who must travel a distance to attend classes can find temporary housing arrangements at several local hotels, inns, or motels. Shared housing or subleasing may also be available. Call our school for more information on traveling and housing. The Facility The school is housed in the Landmark Building on the corner of South Clinton and Court Streets. It occupies 2,400 square feet, has two classrooms, three treatment rooms, an administrative office and a reception area which also includes a small store where students may purchase books, study materials and other bodywork supplies. Call us for info at (215) 340-9918 or fill out our form. Professional Affiliations I.S.S. supports the mission, educational standards and ethical guidelines of the AOBTA (the American Oriental Bodywork Therapy Association). The AOBTA is a national, professional association which represents diverse styles of bodywork therapy (including Shiatsu) that shares the common philosophical background of Oriental Medical Theory. The AOBTA advocates public policy that promotes and protects oriental bodywork therapy; initiates appropriate credentialing criteria, defines practice and educational standards and provides resources for training and professional development. Due to its membership requirements, the AOBTA ensures a high level of competence in its Certified Practitioners. We encourage our students to become student members of the AOBTA. Graduates of our programs are eligibles for professional level memberships. Affiliated I.S.S. Schools The first affiliated European school was begun as part of the International Macrobiotics Institute located in Kiental, Switzerland. Some of the graduates and instructors who had studied with Saul Goodman then began to set up similar school and curriculum in their home countries. Since then, I.S.S. has grown to include teaching centers in Austria, Italy, Geneva-Switzerland, Belgium, Spain, Portugal and Croatia. Call us for info at (215) 340-9918 or fill out our form.