Watsu, or aquatic shiatsu, began at harbin hot springs where harold dull brought his knowledge of zen shiatsu into a warm pool. Harold dull osho circle school meditation center rimini. Benefits of watsu watsu is gentle and rehabilitative, making it a good treatment for chronic pain and muscle spasms. The life of harold dull, the founder and inventor of watsu, is nearing its end.
While other forms are based on touch, watsu creates a more profound connection through the holding and the deep. Harold has been formed with the head teacher of zen shiatsu in japan, shizuto masunaga author of zen shiatsu, and the two major teachers. Watsu basic and explorer paths harold dull, fabrizio dalle pianne, ateeka on. With hundreds of illustrations it continues to hold its place as the textbook of watsu, the first form of aquatic bodywork that the author started developing 30 years ago. Pdf tantsu ebooks includes pdf, epub and kindle version. Freeing the body in water, now in its 3rd edition, is an eloquent testament to the power of both his writing and his bodywork. He became zen stretching and shiatsu instructor in 1999 and watsu instructor in 2003 after training in europe and the usa with harold dull and others among the foremost world masters of each aquatic or land modality. Many consider watsu the most significant advance in bodywork in our times. Harold has trained with the creator of zen shiatsu in japan, shizuto masunaga, and the two teachers to first introduce it.
The receiver is continuously supported by a practitioner or therapist while being backfloated. More than sixteen therapists and practitioners have added contributions detailing the use of watsu with all ages and the growing number of conditions that watsu is proving to alleviate in clinics and spas around the world. Imagine being floated warm water as you relax your body completely. Take turns being the one who supports and the one who explores the powerful stretches the others support facilitates. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. Harold dull is the author of watsu freeing the body in water 4.
Harold dull has 14 books on goodreads with 41 ratings. This fully illustrated edition culminates authors development of worlds first aqua. The practice was developed by harold dull in 1980 at the northern california school of shiatsu and massage. Harold started watsu in 1980 at harbin hot springs in california where he taught the zen shiatsu that he had studied with its creator, shizuto masanaga, in japan. This relaxing treatment has many health benefits and is. Contained between two, whatever the stretches release often finds its way up the spine. While other forms are based on touch, watsu creates a more profound connection through the holding and the deep connection with the breath that. Today a hundred authorized instructors teach the watsu that, with the aid of many, has evolved to help millions of all ages in clinics, spas, and backyard pools around the. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. Inspired by his zen shiatsu studies in japan while floating students in warm water, continued. This is a book about water, about our bodies in water and how, floating and stretching one another to our shared breathing pattern, we achieve.
Freeing the body in water is an eloquent testament to the. Freeing the body in water by harold dull online at alibris. Buy watsu basic and explorer paths by harold dull, fabrizio dalle pianne contributions by, ateeka contributions by online at alibris. This book introduces watsu r, the worlds first aquatic bo. This is a book about water, about our bodies in water and how, floating and stretching one another to our shared breathing pattern, we achieve new levels of peace and oneness. Harold dull developed tantsu in order to bring back onto land watsus nurturing holding, and the joy of the movement freed when floating someone level with the heart. End of life support for harold dull organized by desiree. The year harold dull created watsua, the worlds first aquatic bodywork, he created tantsua to bring back onto land watsu s nurturing holding, and the joy in the movement freed floating someone level with the heart. Watsu was developed and trademarked by harold dull back in 1980, when he started giving shiatsu stretches to students floating in the warm waters of horton hot springs in california. Harold dull ba ma is the president of the worldwide aquatic bodywork association, and the creator of watsu,tantsu and cocentering.
Aug 28, 2018 watsu also referred to as water shiatsu principles are rooted in eastern philosophy that focus on whole body health, balance, and holistic healing practices. Watsu was developed in 1980 by former poet harold dull, who decided to combine water and shiatsu. Tantsu was created over 30 years ago by california poet and visionary bodyworker, harold dull, as a landbased complementary practice to his original creation of watsu, massage in warm water. At that time he started tantsur watsu on land which has evolved into the tantsuyoga in this book. Each session is tailored to meet the unique needs of the recipient. Submit any complaints to the waba ethics committee with a pdf or a word document. At that time he started tantsu watsu on land which has evolved into the tantsuyoga in this book.
Tantsu can be practiced anywhere, with nearly every kind of person, from babies to the elderly, in loose clothing. Freeing the body in water by harold dull, paperback. He lived there beginning in 1980 as a teacher and resident, owned and ran the massage school from 19852008, and helped design and build the extensive watsu aquatic facilities. Harold dull is the president of the worldwide aquatic bodywork association, and the creator of watsu, tantsu and cocentering. This is a book about water, about our bodies in water and how, floating and stretchi. Harold dull developed tantsu in order to bring back onto land watsus nurturing. Videos about watsu and tantsu by harold dull, who started developing them in 1980. For me, aquatic bodywork provided a direct tap into the deep, peaceful, meditative consciousness that i had been. Watsu, originally developed by harold dull in the early 1980s in north america, simply and blissfully combined the benefits of warm water and shiatsu. Jun 22, 2007 harold is the president of the worldwide aquatic bodywork association, and the creator of watsu, tantsu, cocentering and watsu cqnew body modalities that he has generously and graciously shared. Dull observed that it was easier for his clients muscles and tissues to relax in water. While other forms are based on touch, watsu creates a more. The watsu was birthed in harbin hot springs, california u.
It combines stretching and shiatsu techniques with dancelike movement applied on a client or partner while heshe is passivily floating in warm water. Watsu a form of aquatic bodywork performed in warm water is a registered service mark of harold dull me. This fully illustrated edition culminates the authors development of the worlds fi. Dull, is always in the same red brick house with a big cherry tree in. San francisco, and published several small books of poetry with the san francisco renaissance presses open space and white rabbit press. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Dull found the effects of zen shiatsu could be amplified and made more profound by.
Tantsu was created over 30 years ago by california poet and visionary bodyworker, harold dull, as a landbased complementary practice to his original creation of watsu, whole body holding and massage in warm water. The term watsu is derived from the combined words water and shiatsu. Harold dull author of watsu freeing the body in water. Harold dull started developing watsu over 30 years ago, floating and stretching his zen shiatsu students in a warm pool in northern california.
She learned watsu from the founder, harold dull and a host of gifted creators of the aquatic arts at harbin hot springs where watsu was born. Harold dulls poetry was published in a collected volume in 2007. Receiving my first session from harold dull, the creator of watsu, i knew instantly that i had found my passion and lifes work. Harold dull 19352019 was an american aquatic bodyworker and poet best known as the creator of watsu, originally developed in the early 1980s at harbin hot springs, california. Watsu basic and explorer paths on land and in water by. Watsu water shiatsu was the one reason i came to the us in 1998 where i met steve, after studying watsu with harold in hawaii and italy since 1995. Freeing the body in water paperback 2004 by harold dull harold dull on. Today tantsu has evolved into a practice in which everyone can share that joy with new core whole body holds. Freeing the body in water by harold dull 1997, paperback, revised at the best online. Today a hundred authorized instructors teach the watsu that, with the aid of many, has evolved to help millions of all ages. Jun 14, 2010 harold is the president of the worldwide aquatic bodywork association, and the creator of watsu, tantsu, cocentering and watsu cqnew body modalities that he has generously and graciously shared. The warm water pool allows peace and a connection to nature allowing blockages to be gently released. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want.
Freeing the body in water watsu basic and explorer paths tantsu a yoga of the heart. Books by harold dull author of watsu freeing the body in. View harolds book of poetry, finding ways to water and hear. Many forms of aquatic bodywork have developed out of watsu, and all of their authorized practitioners and instructors appear on the worlwide aquatic bodywork association waba. Visit and like this page to get the latest updates. Watsu 1 and all the above can be found in my new book. Watsu was created by harold dull, a massage therapist, in 1980. This specialized form of massage therapy is a mix of gentle rocking movements, stretches and support in the arms of the practitioner.
Freeing the body in water by harold dull goodreads. Harold dull started watsu in 1980 at harbin hot springs in california where he taught the zen shiatsu that he had studied with its creator, shizuto masunanga, in japan. Watsu basic and explorer paths on land and in water, available through. Watsu basic and explorer paths dull, harold, dalle pianne, fabrizio, ateeka isbn. Harold dull books list of books by author harold dull. It is a form of aquatic zen that utilizes stretching to balance the bodys qi energy and is purported to elevate feelings of connectedness. Harold dull 19352019 was an american aquatic bodyworker and poet best known as the. The recipient is cradled and supported in warm water, while being brought through a series of gentle stretching movements and specific bodywork.
Freeing the body in water paperback 2004 by harold dull skip to main content. Zen shiatsu incorporates stretches that release blockages along the meridiansthe channels through which chi or life force flows. The tantsu form gradually builds trust through unconditional holding. I will be offering watsu aquatic bodywork on the first wednesday of the month from 10am10pm in a new beautiful pool in oakland. In this book s tandem watsu, float a third between you. Watsu, originally developed by harold dull at harbin hot springs, california in the early. New chapters feature watsu with children and a form of watsu that can be used in home spahot tubs. Watsu is a form of aquatic bodywork used for deep relaxation and passive aquatic therapy. Apr 01, 2008 harold dull is the president of the worldwide aquatic bodywork association, and the creator of watsu, tantsu and cocentering. In zen shiatsu stretching someone unblocks and balances the energy flowing through. Watsu is gentle form of therapy that takes place in temperate, waistdeep water.
Freeing the body in water by harold dull and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. In the years since, with the help of countless others in classes, clinics and spas around the world, watsu has evolved into what many consider the most profound development in bodywork in our time. This fully illustrated edition culminates authors development of worlds. Harold dull, ba, m a, is the president of the worldwide aquatic bodywork association, and the creator of watsu,tantsu and cocentering. Harold dull, ba, ma, is the president of the worldwide aquatic bodywork. This fourth edition of watsu freeing the body in water by harold dull with the worldwide water family updates the forms of watsu, and the ways they are taught. Watsu professional massage therapy directory massage book. Achetez neuf ou doccasion watsu basic and explorer paths dull, harold, dalle pianne, fabrizio, ateeka livres. Our goal is a world in which everybody can unconditionally hold each other. Developed in 1980 by harold dull, watsu is a passive form of bodywork that draws on techniques from zen shiatsu, yoga, the alexander technique and meditation to stimulate the bodys natural healing process. Dull found the effects of zen shiatsu could be amplified and made more profound by stretching someone while having them float in warm. Feb 19, 2010 our goal is a world in which everybody can unconditionally hold each other. Click download or read online button to get watsu book now.
During my visit harold expressed immense joy at the knowledge that watsu s healing potential and legacy will continue on with his water family. Watsu is characterized by oneonone sessions in which a practitioner or therapist gently cradles, moves, stretches, and massages a receiver in chestdeep warm water. Harold dull has had a longterm association with harbin hot springs, widely known as the birthplace of watsu. Harold dull watsu with hundreds of illustrations this book holds its place as the textbook of watsu, the first form of aquatic bodywork that the author started developing 30 years ago. I moved to harbin hot springs in california to explore watsu in 1990.
Watsu and tantsu are registered service marks of harold dull. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. These funds would ease the dull familys stress during this difficult time, and assist with their household, medical, and endoflife care expenses for harold and family. Giovanni baccarani is dedicated to healing arts and bodywork techniques since 1993. Harold speaks several languages, which allows him to teach his work all over the world.
Harold has trained with the creator of zen shiatsu in japan, shizuto masunaga, and the two teachers to first introduce it in america, reuho yamada and wataru ohashi. Learn about this form of aqua therapy developed by harold dull. Watsu basic and explorer paths by harold dull, 9780984451500, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. A chapter takes students through a complete home spa watsu that can be done in a jacuzzi. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Watsu is a holistic therapy conducted in warm water, combining elements of zen shiatsu massage techniques, including muscle stretching, joint mobilization and movements. Learn how to experience this spa treatment, watsu, which is shiatsu massage in water with founder, harold dull. O watsu utiliza o efeito relaxante da agua associado a movimentos delicados, como alongmentos suaves, flutuar, acolher, embolar.