The Shiatsu & Yoga
Academy Europe
Zen Shiatsu, Yoga, Wellness
About Us
Shiatsu and Yoga Academy Europe offers professional Shiatsu and TCM training as well as 200 and 500 hour Yoga Teacher Training Courses.
Shiatsu Training follows the European Shiatsu Federation core syllabus.
Yoga Teacher Training courses are certified by YOGA ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL (YAI). Upon graduation our graduates are certified to teach anywhere in the world.
We also offer post graduate courses and workshops in Shiatsu, Astrology, Yoga Therapy and Self-Defence.
We have been successfully running certified training courses and retreats since 1997; and follow the strict requirements of YOGA ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL and the EUROPEAN SHIATSU FEDERATION.
Our courses are noted for their exceptional quality. Course groups are kept intentionally small with an emphasis on individual growth and development. All the courses take place on the Mediterranean coast, in beautiful locations in Spain and Greece.
Meet the Team
Gerry Rixen
Nadia Al-Huqail
Sabrina Ribes Bonet
Paul Banister
Our Courses
Professional Training in Zen Shiatsu and Chinese Medicine
This course integrates traditional Zen Shiatsu with advanced energy work and chakra healing
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Yoga Therapy, Yin Yoga, Vinyasa Teacher Training
Certified by Yoga Alliance International
500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
300 Hour Yoga Therapy & Integrative Medicine Training for 500 Hour Master Yoga Teacher Diploma
Certified by Yoga Alliance International
Our Graduates’ Testimonials
“Attending Gerry’s Shiatsu training was a deeply enriching experience. Gerry is a gifted teacher who skillfully combines practical techniques with the spiritual roots of Shiatsu, supported by his diverse background in martial arts, yoga, archaeology, and astrology. The course offered a variety of practices that nurtured inner growth, sensitivity, and presence. Additional contributions from Paul and Sabrina added further depth, and the beautiful, peaceful setting in Vinaròs made the experience even more transformative.”
- Ilu Rogowska, Poland, 2025 -
“The programme was very thorough; it combines yoga with traditional Chinese medicine meridians and the chakras. Also, with an introduction to Shiatsu. Gerry is really widely knowledgable, very passionate and a great person. Sabrina and Lilli also taught us Asanas, somatic movements, kundalini, proper adjustments, alignments, sequencing. forever grateful to everyone. If you're looking into deepening your knowledge and venturing into therapeutic practices, this course is for you! Weather was beautiful that time of year. the best parts were the extracurricular details; like a weekly silent walk, some Qigong practice by the beach or times spent in nature. You will also get to experience sunrise every day by the beach. And everything is a walking distance from the yoga studio or the residences.”
- Tara Jamek, Jordan, 2024 -
“I had such a wonderful experience on this training, in a beautiful place with even more beautiful people. We all learnt so much, and I know I will remember this month fondly for the rest of my life. The content was diverse and unique, and the teachers always went above and beyond to ensure we were having a good experience. I come away with many new tools for teaching and further learning, but also feeling stronger and more connected to myself. Thank you to Gerry and Sabrina for creating such a transformative course. See you again soon!”
- Molly Carew, UK, 2025 -