. Fractal and Taoist Acupuncture Professional Diploma Course

Returning to the Spirit in Acupuncture

A rare opportunity to study this unique acupuncture system. The aim of the course is to provide participants with a clear understanding of the principles, theory and application in the Art of Fractal Acupuncture, and an ability to be highly competent and confident professional practitioners.

Upon completion, and after fulfilling the criteria, graduates will receive a Diploma allowing them to gain insurance through Balens Ltd. and practice Fractal Acupuncture professionally.

The course is suitable for an absolute beginner or a postgraduate practitioner looking to add an extra dimension to their practice. For a postgraduate practitioner, each module can be studied individually.

Overview and Course Format

There are six modules taught over 12 months. This is 108 hours of in person instruction. There will be at least 6 online sessions, which will be for questions and revision. Throughout the course and beyond graduation, I will offer unlimited support via email, phone, or online. 

This is an intense period of study. Besides the contact hours, students will need to be self-directed in reviewing and assimilating the material, refining techniques and developing a self-cultivation practice. As stated, I will give full support to get everyone up to the required standard to qualify. 

Module One - Earth - The Golden Mean Method

This is the foundation of the Art. We cover the essential principles, theory and application of the Tao of the single needle. 

Module Two - Human - The Six Harmony Cross Balance Method

We begin to explore the concept of time, channel theory and the six harmonies and how we incorporate them into a treatment.

Module Three - Heaven - The Taoist Chronotherapeutic Method

This application is based entirely on time. We explore ancient Taoist ways to irrigate the 8 Extraordinary Channels, most notably with the 8 Techniques of the Magic Turtle.

Module Four - Revision, Assessment, Practice and Self Cultivation 

Self cultivation forms part of every module, here we deepen our practice and devote more time to cultivation through qigong and neigong.

Module Five - Yijing - The Classic of Change

Taoist medicine is the Art of change. We explore the Yi Jing and its application in medicine through the concepts of Fractal Acupuncture.

Module Six - Tan Tien and Abdominal Acupuncture

All the principles covered up to this point are applied to the treatment of the Tan Tien and abdominal region.

Self Cultivation

We place a great emphasis on self cultivation and is integral to the Art. Each module has a specific Neigong set designed to complement the material presented. There is a natural progression, beginning with building the Qi ball, developing the Tan Tian through to the more complex Bagua Neigong and the Eight Extraordinary Channel Qigong.

The fourth module gives us an opportunity to really deepen our practice. To increase our own vitality, sensitivity and to develop a clear intent.

About The Art

This is an opportunity to study a unique form of acupuncture. The core of the Art is the method of applying the principles of fractals to the body that was devised by the late Dr. Zude Ye. A Taoist Monk, Traditional Barefoot Doctor and biostatistician. Steve Rogers, who now presents the course, apprenticed with Dr Ye. It was through Dr. Ye’s encouragement and insistence that Steve now teaches and writes about the Art. 

Dr. Ye had a fascination with mathematical patterns in nature, most notably the occurrence of the Fibonacci sequence, and the self-repeating fractals. He combined his knowledge of Taoist and classical medicine (ancient chronotherapeutic acupuncture and Yi Jing) with the principles of fractals and holograms to create a complete cohesive system of acupuncture. At the foundation stage, it is quick to learn and simple to apply. There is enough material presented for practitioners to spend a lifetime developing and mastering.

What You Will Learn - A Brief Overview

How to apply the principles, theory and application in the Art of the Single Needle. Ashi point location and palpation skills. Needling techniques. Identifying the Life Kua. Identifying the Universal Balance Point. Single needle treatments.

An introduction to the Chinese Body Clock and its application in medicine. Three methods of balance. Sacred geometric needling patterns. Six Harmonies and their relationship to medicine.

Chronotherapeutic acupuncture - The 8 Techniques of the Magic Turtle - Ling Gui Ba Fa. Irrigating the 8 Extraordinary Channels. Application of the magic square and Bagua in medicine.

Yi Jing as it relates to medicine. Casting the yarrow stalks to form hexagrams. Interpreting them for diagnosis and treatment. Using seasonal and favourable hexagrams.

Tan Tien and abdominal treatments applying all the former principles and theory.

Many Neigong practices to improve one’s own health and vitality and to enhance the application of acupuncture.

About The Course

One Year to Learn, Ninety-Nine to Master.

The main question potential participants have is ‘how can they become an acupuncturist in such a relatively short time’. The structure of the course takes a complete beginner to a highly competent practitioner. This is just the beginning of the journey, as further understanding reveals itself as one practices. 

Unlike TCM courses, the student is not required to learn hundreds of acupuncture points. There is very little emphasis on the history or development of medicine, and no business tuition. A guiding principle is understanding the art through application. Participants will be very comfortable needling after the first weekend. 

Whilst there are no formal qualifications required to apply for the course. The only prerequisite is applicants be self driven and motivated. This is an intense period of learning, and absolute commitment is required. All participants will receive as much support as they need to flourish into exquisite acupuncturists.

Course Syllabus

Module One - Earth - The Golden Mean Method

This is the subject of the book by Steve Rogers. It is required reading before the course as it will allow us to begin practical application from the start. All students will receive a free copy upon booking. The core principles are covered in this module.

• How to identify the Universal Balance Point

• Dividing the body by the Golden Mean 

• Using fractal theory to segment the body

• Holographically mirroring the body in each part

• Ashi point location

• Life Kua and magic square

• Diagnostic methods

• Treatment applications

• Treating Jing

• A single needle treatment 

Module Two - Human - 6 Harmony Cross Balance Method

• Chinese body clock application in medicine

• Yin/Yang paired channel balance

• Vertical paired balance

• Horizontal paired balance

• Sacred geometric needling

• Theory of correspondence

• Introduction to channels

• Treating Qi

Module Three - Heaven - Chronotherapeutic Acupuncture - Irrigating the 8 Extraordinary Channels

• Anatomy of the 8 Extraordinary Channels

• Ling Gui Ba Fa - The 8 Techniques of the Magic Turtle

• Calculating The Open Gates

• Yuan Points

• 8 Confluence Points - The master keys to the extraordinary channels

• Taoist Cosmology

• Treating Shen

Each module has a specific Neigong set related to the material. We begin with connecting to our own Qi. Developing sensitivity and increasing vitality. Circulating and consolidating Qi in the Tan Tien. Learn the channels through meridian Qigong. Cultivating compassion with Fusion Alchemy.

• Wuji

• Meridian Qigong

• 5 Element Qigong

• Connecting Heaven and Earth

• Building the Ball

• Compressing the Pearl

• Nourishing the Organs

• Opening the Microcosmic Orbit

• Opening and Closing Mingmen

• Forming the Tan Tien

• 8 Extraordinary Qigong set

• Return to the Source Neigong

• Buddha Palm

• Dao Yin

• Fusion Alchemy

• Bagua Neigong

• Shen Gong

Module Four - Review, Practice and Assessment

The assessment is a combination of clinical based observation, a written exam, case studies and homework. The exam and assessments are usually the areas students find most stressful. Steve is here to get everyone up to the desired standard and will do everything possible to achieve that. He is pleased to offer every student a free Psych-K session, which can help eliminate limiting belief, self doubt or stress around a situation. (This will be discussed on the course).

This weekend will be an opportunity to really establish and deepen our own Qigong practice. We will look at forms to develop vitality, focus, and intent. And take time to relax and enjoy cultivating Qi.

Module Five - Yi Jing - The Application of Change

Taoist Medicine is the Medicine of Change

• Yi Jing and its application in medicine

• Formulating a question

• Casting the yarrow stalks

• Creating and interpreting hexagrams 

• Diagnosis and treatment using hexagrams

• Seasonal and Favourable hexagrams

• Divination

Module Six - Tan Tien and Abdominal Acupuncture

• We look at 6 points; Sea of Qi, Celestial Pivot, Spirit Gate, Supreme Unity, Central Pole and the Gate of Original Qi and their importance in medicine. 

• Methods of diagnosis - Ashi, palpation and observation.

• Opening the 8 gates and chasing pathogenic winds. 

• Nourishing the 8 Extraordinary Channels

• Sacred geometric needle patterns for the Five elements.

• Utilising the Bagua and Trigrams to balance the 8 energies through the Life Kua.

• Identifying an appropriate trigram with the Yi Jing.

• Trigram needling patterns.

• The use of moxa.

• How to treat Jing, Qi and Shen within the abdomen.

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