Cranio Sacral Therapy in Water™ Module 2

In this module, we will explore how awareness, the therapeutic relationship, and the quality of the practitioner’s presence influence the clinical process. We will take a deeper look at the cranial membranous system, the temporomandibular joint, verbal and nonverbal communication, and the processes associated with Somatoemotional® Release.
Madrid | March 2027

Created and taught by Elisa Muñoz Blanco

March 25 – 29, 2027 in Hospital Fundación Instituto San José, Madrid, Spain.

(50 hours accredited with Watsupath Training Institute https://watsupath.com and the Worldwide Aquatic Bodywork Association https://www.waba.pro for the professional training in Watsu®)

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY IN WATER · MODULE 2 (5 DAYS, 50 HOURS)

Building on the foundations of listening, palpation, and assessment established in Module 1, this second level invites practitioners to deepen their understanding of the body as a living, interconnected, fluidic and dynamic system.

As perception becomes more refined, new possibilities for clinical support emerge. Attention shifts beyond individual structures to encompass the relationships among tissues, fluids, physiological systems, and the body’s self-regulatory processes.

In this module, we will explore how awareness, the therapeutic relationship, and the quality of the practitioner’s presence influence the clinical process. We will take a deeper look at the cranial membranous system, the temporomandibular joint, verbal and nonverbal communication, and the processes associated with Somatoemotional® Release.

Water continues to provide a uniquely supportive environment for listening, regulation, and whole-body reorganization, allowing both practitioner and patient to develop a deeper understanding of the physiological phenomena that accompany the restoration of health.

Original price

850,00€

Early bird price

765,00€

Auditors price

595,00€

Students are required to pay a facility fee of 190€ 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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WHAT WILL YOU LEARN IN THIS MODULE?

This second module expands upon the competencies developed in CST in Water Module 1 and introduces new tools for comprehensive assessment, therapeutic support, and understanding the processes of change that emerge during clinical intervention.

Upon completion of this training, you will be able to:

  • Integrate Sutherland’s biomechanical assessment model within the contemporary biodynamic CST in Water approach.
  • Understand the clinical relevance of the cranial membranous system and the temporomandibular joint.
  • Enhance your ability to assess the body as an integrated and interdependent functional unit.
  • Recognize and support Somatoemotional® Release processes within a safe and respectful therapeutic framework.
  • Refine your skills in listening, presence, holding space and therapeutic support.
  • Incorporate verbal and nonverbal communication strategies into clinical practice.
  • Observe and interpret complex physiological phenomena that emerge during treatment.
  • Integrate the knowledge and skills acquired into real-world clinical situations.
CONTENTS

1. Midtide and Consciousness

2. The Cranial Membranous System

3. The Temporomandibular Joint

4. Nonverbal Communication. Nonviolent Communication

5. SomatoEmotional® Release

6. Multiple Hands

7. Clinical Applications

WHO IS THIS TRAINING FOR?

This module is designed for students who have completed Craniosacral Therapy in Water Module 1 and wish to deepen their clinical application of the approach.

It is particularly intended for professionals who want to:

• Refine their skills in therapeutic listening, presence, and perceptual awareness.

• Deepen their ability to assess the body as an interconnected system.

• Expand their capacity to support complex processes of whole-body reorganization.

• Integrate communication and the therapeutic relationship as essential components of the clinical process.

• Continue their path toward professional certification in Craniosacral Therapy in Water.

PREREQUISITES
  • Have completed Craniosacral Therapy in Water Module 1.
  • Maintain an active practice through both providing and receiving sessions, as well as supervised practice groups.
  • Complete the preparatory learning pathway available on the learning platform prior to the start of the training.

This class will be taught in Spanish and English.

CERTIFICATION

Craniosacral Therapy in Water is a training path recognized by the International Aquatic Bodywork Association (W.A.B.A.), and is valid as part of the professional training pathways accredited by this association, also counting toward Continuing Education Credits (CECs).

Upon completion of this module, participants will receive a Certificate of Participation issued by the Watsupath Training Institute, certifying the hours completed. In addition, the credits corresponding to this training will be added to the student’s digital academic record in the International W.A.B.A. Registry and will form part of the student’s official professional training.

Students who complete all three training modules, together with the remaining academic requirements (practical hours, supervision, and a final clinical case), may apply for the full 200 hour certification program in Craniosacral Therapy in Water, recognized by W.A.B.A., and be acknowledged as a certified Professional in this discipline within its international training framework.

INSTRUCTOR

Elisa Muñoz Blanco is a physical therapist, university lecturer, and clinical researcher with over twenty years of experience exploring how the body organizes life, pain, and resilience. Her work integrates evidence-based physiotherapy, psychosomatic medicine, neurophysiology, and advanced aquatic therapies, through a systemic, sensitive, and deeply embodied perspective.

She is the creator of Craniosacral Therapy in Water (CST in Water) and the founder of the Watsupath Training Institute, an international space for research, clinical practice, and knowledge transmission. Elisa is one of the few accredited instructors authorized to teach Clinical Watsu® 3, recognized for her contribution to the understanding of fascia as a system, trauma integration, and self-regulatory processes in water.

Specialized in pediatric physiotherapy, psychotherapy and advanced manual therapy, she combines clinical practice with university teaching and scientific research, actively contributing to peer-reviewed publications and international conferences. Her way of teaching and accompanying is defined by precision, deep listening, and respect for the body’s rhythms, embodying a curious, complex, and creative mind committed to clinical excellence and profound human care.

SCHEDULE

Begins on Thursday, March 25, 2027, at 8:30am.

Ends on Monday, March 29, 2027, at 5pm.

All scheduled hours are required, so please do your best to be on time at the beginning and organize your return home so that you can stay until the end of the course. Any missed training hours must be made up with individual supervision.

REGISTRATIONS

Registration fee for the course is €850,00. See available BONUS options below.

The fee includes participation in the course, all didactic materials, additional pre-recorded learning resources, the certificate of attendance, and official digital certification registered with W.A.B.A. It also includes access to our professional community and the learning platform.

The fee does not include the contribution for the use of the pool facilities (see details below), nor travel, accommodation, or meals.

BONUS

As an Early Registration Bonus, the first 5 students who complete their enrollment through the payment platform will receive a 10% bonus applied on the course fee. Coupon: tcsa2

Continuing Training: Students who have completed CST in Water Module 1 during the same current academic year, will receive a 15% discount applied on the course fee.

Participants repeating this course are eligible for a 30% alumni rate on the course fee. Coupon: auditortcsa2

Bonuses cannot be combined.

CANCELLATION POLICY

If, after registering for the course, a participant needs to cancel their enrollment, the following conditions will apply:

  • All cancellations must be requested in writing (by email to info@watsupath.com).
  • Cancellations requested more than 30 days prior to the start of the course will be eligible for a refund of the amount paid, minus a €100 administrative fee.
  • Cancellations requested less than 30 days prior to the start of the course are not eligible for a refund. However, the amount paid may be converted into a credit for a future course, provided that it is taught by the same instructor, takes place at the same facility, and is offered under the same training and financial conditions.

In the event that the course is cancelled by the organization, the full amount paid will be refunded, without any additional compensation.

COURSE LOCATION, FACILITY FEE AND LUNCH

UNIDAD DE AGUA DE LA FUNDACIÓN INSTITUTO SAN JOSÉ.

C/ Pinar de San José, 98

28044 MADRID.

www.fundacioninstitutosanjose.com

Facility Cost:

The San José Foundation Hospital will make its Aquatic Therapy Unit available to students enrolled in this course. The total fee for the use of the facilities over the five days is €190 (VAT included). It must be paid through our payment gateway upon registration and will be itemized and included in the final invoice.

Meals:

The San José Foundation cafeteria offers a simple menu every day, salads, sandwiches and hamburgers. The dining room set up for the group is equipped with a microwave, so you can bring your own lunch if you wish.

The areas designated for lunch and snacks in the hospital gardens are a pleasant place to take a break, weather permitting.

Accomodation: The Institute takes care of everything related to the course. You will need to arrange your own transportation and accommodation during the training.

HOW TO GET TO THE COURSE VENUE

AQUATIC THERAPY UNIT OF THE SAN JOSÉ FOUNDATION HOSPITAL.

https://goo.gl/maps/nBpnxc2deLu

CAR:

M-40 exit 30, Cuatro Vientos

M-45, towards N-V, M40 _exit 30

M-30, towards N-V, Cuatro Vientos exit

CITY BUS:

From Aluche (connection with metro line 5 and nearby C5s): 483 and 487 towards La Fortuna.

From Plaza elíptica (connection with line 6 and 11 of metro): 486 towards La Fortuna.

METRO:

Line 5 (light green) towards Casa de Campo. Get off at Aluche (link with bus).

Line 11 (dark green) towards La Peseta. Get off at La Peseta and walk 15 Min.

TRAIN: RENFE has regular services to Madrid.

By suburban train: line C-5 (yellow), to Móstoles – El Soto. Get off at Aluche (link with bus).

PLANE: Airport of Madrid – Barajas

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT

Watsupath Training Institute

e-mail: info@watsupath.com