The Holt School of Natural Healing is one of North America's top rated schools with 30 years teaching experience in the Natural Healing arts. The Holt School remains dedicated to bringing you the best of what Natural Healing can offer in terms of health, peace and balance in your life. As founding members of the Reflexology Association of Canada, RRCO, and our own school, the Holts have greatly contributed to the success and popularity of Reflexology & Natural Healing in Canada today. Their certificates are used by their graduates across Canada, and the world - U.S.A., Barbados, Sweden, Isreal, Italy, Germany, Great Britan, Sri Lanka and more.
A Brief History of our Time
We began to teach Reflexology in 1976 and continue to share our knowledge today. We have been fortunate enough to teach thousands of students across the country. We began with a single student in Toronto and eventually grew to lecturing groups of 100 or more across Canada by 1984. Pam & Alan have promoted Reflexology on Canada A.M., as well as various other T.V. shows, newspaper and magazine articles, and public and professional lectures. During one of the more interesting shows, the interviewer partially fell asleep while having Hand Reflexology, a better demonstration of the simple power of Reflexology than we could have arranged! By 1985 the school found that teaching students in smaller groups was a more effective means to transmit knowledge than mass transmission, a practice we continue today. We have taught all manner of students from international medical doctors from Europe & Asia to people with no previous experience, but a will to learn. In 1991, we introduced Body Reflexology. Over the last decade, this modality has been integrated with Chinese medical techniques, and evolved into Acupressure / Tuina / Chinese Massage. At the Holt School, health is not an ultimate goal, but rather a path, and as such we are continually extending the depth of our own learning. In 1994, we began to offer the Aromatherapy. Many of our students are now working in private practice, spas and on their lucky families. One spa would only hire Reflexologists form our school because of the high standards to which we aspire and instill. Students from all of our courses are respected for their professional levels of performance. In 1989, after visiting, working & establishing links with the Open International University of Complementary Medicines in Sri Lanka , the Holt school expanded to teach Clinical Acupuncture, and has progressed today to include the theory of Chinese Medicine, integrated with Western Herbology. We emphasize presenting Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture in a clear, organized, Western teaching method, with professional standardized hand outs. All of the above was achieved thanks to the quality of our students, and the effort they have expended in making our school a success.
Teachers
Pamela & Alan work together to provide their students with a professional, clean and harmonious learning environment. Students develop their knowledge of healing to serve others in a caring manner, allowing them to offer a wider availability of natural healing methods for humanity. Efficient team work & communication give each student an opportunity to maximize his/her potential. The integrity of both the Educational & Business Practices of Holt School are of a highly reputable standard. The Holt school has 30 years of stability permanence. In this time we have achieved the perfect balance between natural health knowledge and and teaching and communication of that knowledge. The School is a registered Educational Institution which provides Income Tax Deductible Receipts.
Pamela
- Created Reflexology curriculums used in colleges & schools Canada-wide
- Ontario teaching qualifications
- 33 yrs. of teaching &, curriculum experience
- Developed an engrossing, easy to follow & harmonious teaching style
- National & International Lecturer
- Co-founder of R.A.C.
- D. Ac. Doctor of Acupuncture
- Visiting Professor ~ Open International University of Complementary Medicines
- Trained in Acupuncture by professors from Beijing & Sri Lanka
- Clinical experience in Reflexology, Tuina, Acupuncture, Acupressure, Body Reflexology, Moxibustion, Laser Therapy
Alan
- Served 31 yrs. on the Toronto Fire Dept.
- First Aid, Rescue & C.P.R. Instructor
- Clinical experience in Reflexology, Iridology, Herbology, & Aromatherapy
- 25 yrs. meditation experience
- Experienced Reflexology Teacher & Examiner
- Founding member & on Education Committe of Registered Reflexology Council of Ontario (Our Graduates may join)
- Member of Metro Licensing Committee for Complementary Medicines
Robertson
- Psychology, B.A. Brock University
- Memebership of Acupuncture, Open International University for Complimentary Medicines
- Scenar Therapist/Instructor
- Lectured at Brock U., Guelph U., A.P.A.(Play vs.Motivation), OCAD(Theory of Sound ), etc.
"The Holt School of Natural Healing has to be the best. I took Reflexology & found it fascinating.
Pam & Alan are great teachers & my clients are truly pleased with my treatments."
-B.V.
"Not only do you gain the knowledge, but the confidence to go out and use it!
-E. Kellet, Loretto"
How do I choose a Reflexology School / Course ?
First, ask yourself some questions.
Why do you want to learn Reflexology ?
- General interest with a Casual Course?
Or- Clinical practice Certification?
What do you want to learn?
- What do you want to learn about the feet?
We provide a very thorough course which includes 26 different Reflexology Techniques. With our experience we are able to comfortably put a wealth of information into the hours we spend together. It is easy for us to give you a working knowledge of foot, head, & hand Reflexology in our comprehensive (Foot) Reflexology Course.
How important is location ?
- Think about commute times, and stress. Take a practice drive to the school's location.
We are located in a peaceful, quiet setting with a ravine view. It is the bottom level of our home, used for teaching and treating patients. It has been professionally finished with a large, bright classroom with a country view. The school has it's own entrance at the rear of the house, with a garden path leading you to the entrance.
What are the qualifications of the Teachers?
- Is the teacher someone you could see yourself learning from ?
- Do you feel comfortable around them ?
- Do you have friends you can ask to see if their teaching style fits your learning needs?
- What experience does the Teacher have teaching Reflexology?
(see above for ours)
Will you get enough attention?
Pam & Alan teach harmoniously together. Most of the time you will have two teachers to help and relate to you.Is the School Registered with the Registered Reflexology Council of Ontario?
Yes. (Alan is the Education Chairperson).How stable is the School?
We have been here for three decades, We are the second generation teaching healing work, and our children the third.Is teaching a job or a passion?
We try to impart as much knowledge as possible. If we have learned something, we do our best to share it with you..How long is the course ?
We teach Reflexology in five days so you have more time to absorb what's happening. We also teach the course in ten 3hr. weekly sessions. We offer advanced training in Head & Foot Reflexology. Although there are review questions in the course, we provide a Review Day about one month before the exam to enchance your Reflexology knowledge and give you more confidence.How much Practical/Hands-on in class ?
Almost every class we give you the practical part of what we have taught. we believe you learn by doing. We personally demonstrate in class and then do the exercises with you.What Degrees can I earn from the School?
None, no school should offer a degree for any course of study less than three years. However, you can acheive certificates and become a certified practitioner in many of our courses.What should I bring?
For Reflexology, you need to bring a towel, coloured pencils, a pencil & pen, notepaper, a 3-ring binder and one pair of clean hands and feet.
What is the difference between 'Interest' vs. 'Certification' courses?
Certification courses have testing and/or assignment requirements after the completion of which, you are prepared to begin a clinical practice in that field. Interest courses emphasize less clinical preparation and more the enjoyment of learning a healing art.Which therapies can I get insurance for?
ReflexologyWill I be covered under O.H.I.P. as a practicing ...?
Only M.D.s. and R.M.T.s (depending on health plan) are covered under OHIP at this time.Do I need to be a member of 'X' to practice Reflexology ?
You need to register as a Holistic Practitioner with the Registered Reflexology Council of Ontario.