Taught by Raquel López Paños
08th – 13th of October 2025, in O2 Wellness El Perchel, in Málaga, Spain.
(50 hours credit hours with Watsupath™ Training Institute https://watsupath.com and the Worldwide Aquatic Bodywork Association http://watsu.com for the professional training in Watsu®)
CRANIO SACRAL THERAPY IN WATER™
Cranio-Sacral Therapy in Water™ or CST in Water™ is a therapeutic concept designed to balance the craniosacral rhythm and release the restrictions of the connective tissue throughout the body, taking advantage of the thermal and mechanical properties of the aquatic environment (Güeita, 2015).
I developed it nourishing myself with Watsu® (WAter ShiaTSU or Shiatsu in water) and craniosacral therapy (CST). Both share some common principles: listening to the most subtle internal rhythms, facilitation of spontaneous movements and tendencies of the body, observation of need, respect for limitations and a therapeutic framework from the “Being”, and not the “Doing” (Muñoz Blanco, 2010).
The patient, being in flotation, can move in an uninhibited manner that expresses changes in tissue tensions and mobility. As tissues release constraints, their viscoelasticity changes and they come into better functional alignment (Upledger and Vredevoogd, 2010).
The therapist or facilitator will have to follow and accompany this movement with the appropriate stimulus and technique. The support of the therapist and the water create a space where the patient can surrender and trust, participating in the change through exteroception, proprioception and interoception (Güeita, 2015).
Original price
760,00€
Early bird price
646,00€
Auditors price
532,00€
Students are required to pay a facility fee of 30€/day (a total of 150 €) to access the pool and use the group room for land classes. The total fee for the five days is included in the final price and will be detailed in the invoice delivered at the end of the course.
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COURSE CONTENTS (50 HOURS)
Students who complete the 200 hours certification program in CranioSacral Therapy in Water™ divided in three modules will benefit from the integration of this technique on their Watsu® training.
This Module 1 provides the foundation for understanding the Craniosacral and Fascial Systems, including the basic techniques used to facilitate changes in the craniosacral and fascial systems, from identifying the subtle craniosacral rhythm and interpreting its patterns, to accurately assessing and resolving. The student will be able to immediately put into practice the listening and presence skills.
PROGRAM
- CranioSacral System
- Scientific Evidence
- Conscious Touch and Listening
- Fascia and Diafragms
- Cranial Base and Lumbosacral Release
- Dural Tube
- Still Point and CV-4
- Intro to SomatoEmotional Release®
- Clinical Applications
- Cautions, Contraindications
PREREQUISITES
This class does not have pre-requisites and will be taught in Spanish and English.
INSTRUCTOR
Raquel López Paños
Physioterapist. She specialized in pediatric and adult neurological physiotherapy where she developed her professional career with different neurological academic courses.
She added her passion for aquatic therapy being an expert at the Rey Juan Carlos University since 2012 and developing part of her aquatic profession at the Foundation Instituto San José (Madrid), currently being coordinator of Neurological Physiotherapy at RUBER International Paseo de la Habana (Madrid). She has complemented her training with the Master’s Degree in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy based on clinical reasoning from the Universidad San Rafael-Nebrija where she collaborates.
She is currently studying Myofacial® Structural Induction and Cranio-Sacral Therapy in Water™. She is an accredited Ai Chi® Instructor and Watsu® Practitioner and she is Head of Science and Research Committee of Watsupath™ Training Institute.
QUALIFICATIONS
Cranio Sacral Therapy in Water™ (CST in Water™), having been added as Elective in the Worldwide Aquatic Bodywork Association´s Registry (W.A.B.A.), automatically also becomes CECs (Continuing Education Credits). At the end of the course, a Certificate of Participation issued by Elisa Muñoz Blanco, director of the Watsupath™ Training Institute, will be given, valid for the Professional Training program in Craniosacral Therapy in Water™ and in Watsu®.
WHEN
Commencing on Wednesday, 08th of October 2025 at 03:00 p.m., and closing on Monday, 13th of October 2025 at 02:00 p.m.
Beginning of the class will happen at 3:00pm in order to complete your registration and familiarize yourself with the facility. The daily class schedule will be communicated to you on the first day of class (indicatively every day from 7:00am to 7:00pm, with a lunch break).
We will need each and every single hour of the class, so please do your best to arrive in time and organize your travel back home in such a way that you won’t need to leave before the end of class. Any hour missed during the class must be recuperated with individual supervisions.
REGISTRATION
Registration fee is 760,00 Euros. See below for discounts and reductions.
The registration fee includes all tuition fees, learning materials and the assistance during class hours. It does not however include travel expenses, food and lodging costs, or the use of all class related facilities (See the following paragraph Facility Cost).
Registrations will be accepted on a first come – first served basis. The registrations will be valid only upon completion of the Registration Form and online deposit.
REDUCTIONS
- Early bird discount_ Students completing their registration through the payment getaway before the 08th of August 2025 will get 15% discount. Not cumulative with other discounts.. Coupon tcsa1malaga
- Auditor discount_ Students that have attended this class before will get a 30% discount of the total course fee. Not cumulative with other discounts. Coupon auditortcsa1malaga
CANCELLATION POLICY
If, after registering to the class, the student needs to cancel their registration, these rules and conditions will be applied:
- Cancellation is permitted only if requested in writing by email to info@watsupath.com at least 6 full weeks prior to beginning of the class.
- Cancellation requested via email 4 full weeks or more before the beginning of the class students will receive back their full deposit less a 50,00 Euros administration fee.
- Cancellations requested via email less than 4 full weeks before the class start date, will lose any refund of the deposit.
In case the minimum number of students is not achieved the organization has the faculty to postpone or cancel the course. In case of cancellation you will be refunded the full deposit with no further compensation. In case of postponement the deposit will be refunded to the students who request it.
COURSE VENUE, FACILITY FEE, MEALS AND ACCOMMODATION
O2 Centro Wellness, El Perchel, Málaga.
Address: C/ Plaza de Toros Vieja, 5, Distrito Centro, 29002 Málaga
https://o2cw.es/gimnasios/malaga/
Facility Cost:
O2 Centro Wellness, El Perchel will make available their facilities for its use of registered students on this course.
Students are required to pay a facility fee of 30 Euro/day (_a total of 150 Euros_VAT included) to access the pool and use the group room for land classes. The balance must be paid the first day in cash directly to the facility management. The total fee for the five days must be paid through our payment gateway, it will be added to the registration fee and will be broken down in the invoice delivered at the end of the course.
Meals:
As the course timetable is adapted to suit pedagogical and logistical convenience, we recommend that you bring your own lunch. There will be a mid-morning brunch and afternoon snack breaks.
The club has a dining area, where there is a microwave and vending machines. It is also possible to eat in the attic area, outdoors.
Accomodation:
Nearest accommodation, recommended for the participants is:
easyHotel Málaga City Centre
Hostal de 1 estrella situado en, Av. Ingeniero José María Garnica, 6, Distrito Centro, 29002 Málaga
Holidays2Malaga Plaza de Toros Vieja & terrace & optional parking
Plaza de Toros Vieja, 6, Centro de Málaga, 29002 Málaga,
You can always check AirB&B or booking.com for further locations.
We are responsible of the logistics of the class, and always happy to help you. It is your responsibility to find your tickets, accommodation, and transport.
HOW TO GET THERE
The O2 Centro Wellness Club, El Perchel, is in the center of the city of Malaga.
https://o2cw.es/gimnasios/malaga
CAR
https://goo.gl/maps/GXNtDX1JciQNmT3P8
PLANE
Malaga Airport, where you will find a commuter stop (medium distance train) with a stop in María Zambrano, a 5-minute walk from the headquarters.
TRAIN
María Zambrano train station, Málaga, 5 minutes walk from the headquarters.
Malaga bus station 10 minutes walk from the headquarters.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Watsupath™ Training Institute
e-mail: info@watsupath.com