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KIIKO 2025 | Sydney, Australia
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KIIKO 2025 | Sydney, Australia
New and Advanced Topics in KMS Acupuncture
Presented by Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei & Monika Kobylecka
No Prerequisites | 19.5 CPD Points
CPD approved/pre-approved by AACMA | Acupuncture NZ | NZASA
Sydney, Australia | 21 – 23 (Fri,Sat,Sun) March 2025
Seminar Pricing Options (Including GST):
- Premium Gold & Silver Seating (Full Payment): AU$ 2640 (14 Spots each – Limited Availability)
- Super Early-Bird: AU$ 2200 (Up to 31st Oct 2024, Full Payment Only) Save AU$ 440
- Early-Bird (Full Payment): AU$ 2310 (1st Nov to 31st Dec 2024) Save AU $330
- Early-Bird Instalment Plan: 3 Instalments of AU$ 880, AU$ 715 & AU$ 715 respectively (Available Up to 31st Dec 2024, All Instalments to be paid before the event)
(Total is AU $2310) Save AU $330 - Regular Pricing: AU$ 2640 (from 1st Jan 2025)
- Regular Instalment Plan: 3 Instalments of AU$ 1210, AU$ 715, AU$ 715 respectively (Available from 1st Jan, 2025, All Instalments to be paid before the event)
(Total is AU $2640)
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Your last opportunity to see Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei at a live seminar in Australia, is happening in March 2025!
On the 21st-23rd of March 2025, in Sydney, Australia, Qiology is hosting world famous acupuncture presenter, Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei accompanied by KMS Instructor, Monika Kobylecka for our next Seminar:
Kiiko 2025 | New and Advanced Topics in KMS Acupuncture
This unique opportunity, 11 years after Kiiko Sensei’s last Australian teaching visit, presents practitioners and students of acupuncture with the ability to see one of the world’s living masters of acupuncture for the last time in Australia. This is a must attend event, and one of the most anticipated acupuncture CPD events in Australia for 2025. This will be an iconic moment in acupuncture education in Australia that the present and emerging generations of Australian acupuncturists will benefit from taking part in – An opportunity to learn directly from one of the most significant acupuncture masters of our generation.
Kiiko Matsumoto Style of Acupuncture is renowned worldwide for its clinical effectiveness, and for this reason it’s a highly sought after system of treatment to learn through acupuncture CPD. Those who experience KMS acupuncture treatments receive rapid clinical results, and practitioners become well known for being able to rapidly assist with all varieties of disorders encountered in their acupuncture clinics. We can thank Kiiko Sensei for her tireless development of this style, so that we may be evermore effective in our clinics.
Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture has been continuing to evolve over the years as Kiiko Matsumoto refines and develops the treatment strategies that she has integrated as a result of her study with important Japanese acupuncture Masters, including Master Nagano, Master Kawai and Dr. Manaka. Kiiko Sensei has also developed many of her own unique treatment strategies based on her insights on emerging patient trends in recent years.
During this 3-day seminar, Kiiko Sensei will not only cover the hallmarks of the KMS style of acupuncture that have made it well-known worldwide, but will demonstrate several of the latest developments in the style from the last 10+ years, as well as the newest treatment methods and theories that are currently in development through her tireless research in her clinical practice- Treatments that work rapidly, which we can observe working in real time. It’s here where we take the guesswork out of getting clinical results, and confirm in the moment that the treatment point we are using is having a healing impact on our patients through immediate palpation-based feedback.
Each of the 3-days will focus on the diagnostic zones of the abdomen, the neck and the back with a variety of new and advanced diagnostic and treatment methods based on Kiiko’s latest clinical experience being covered in detail.
This masterclass seminar will be suitable for those who are new to the style, those who are beginners, intermediate or advanced in the style. What you will learn will be applicable the next day in the clinic.
Further to that, you will leave this seminar feeling absolutely inspired by the brilliance of Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei.
For those wishing to advance further in the KMS style after completing this seminar, we will be able to recommend various pathways of study and development, and will make various trainings available to you into the future.
I am absolutely ecstatic about Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei’s final Australian seminar that we are hosting in Sydney in March 2025.
Not only do I walk away from Kiiko Sensei’s seminars with an exponentially increased understanding of acupuncture, and new methods in how to achieve great and lasting clinical results, but it’s simply the most fun and enriching seminar experience seeing Kiiko Sensei in action. She is just brilliant, and lights up everyone with her presence, her depth of knowledge and her amazing treatment methods.
There is a very good reason that Kiiko Sensei has inspired so many acupuncturists, students and acupuncture educators worldwide.
Don’t miss out on seeing one of our generation’s true masters in action…
Peter Scarselletti
Founder and Director
QIOLOGY
Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture is characterised by:
- Diagnosis through palpation – instant feedback for patient and practitioner through touch
- Holistic approach – addressing the entire person to get to the root of problem.
- Japanese tradition – steeped in tradition, yet innovative.
- Eclectic methods – wide variety of methods tailored to each individual.
Benefits of Kiiko Matsumoto Style (KMS) Acupuncture
An Inspirational Short Video with Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei:
“Conversation with a Master”
In this video, Kiiko Sensei covers some vitally important concepts regarding how it’s vitally important for us as acupuncturists to find the most effective acupuncture points for the individual that we are in fact treating in that moment.
If we use our skills to find the “Silver,” “Gold” or “Diamond” levels of acupuncture point indicated for that specific patient, then we can achieve amazing clinical results. Kiiko Sensei gives some examples of patient cases from her clinical practice to outline this concept.
Guided by the Chinese medicine classics, through the work of Kiiko Sensei’s own masters, and through her own tireless research on her patients in her clinical practice combined with teaching internationally, Kiiko uses her unique palpation diagnostics to find the relevant diagnostic zones and the most effective acupuncture points to use in all types of conditions encountered in the clinic. By gathering this unique information and sharing it internationally with her students and instructors, we continue to gather the most effective strategies to help in effectively treating our patients.
Attribution:
We would like to give thanks to Sam Audette, and Dr. Joseph Audette, M.D.
from Acumed.org for providing access and usage of this wonderful video of Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei, alongwith a big thanks to Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei for sharing this wisdom.
Kiiko Matsumoto, Lic. Ac.
Founder of Kiiko Matsumoto Style of Acupuncture, Kiiko Matsumoto is internationally known for her scholarly work on acupuncture and interpretation of Chinese Classical texts.
Kiiko Matsumoto is the founder of the Kiiko Matsumoto Style of Acupuncture and is considered to be a “living Master of Acupuncture”. She is well known for her ability to integrate the work of some of the most famous Japanese masters into her practice for the last three decades.
Her style of acupuncture focuses on treating the root cause with emphasis on the entire body rather than single symptoms. As a result, patients find Kiiko’s treatments to be effective and long lasting.
…gentle and effective practitioner
Kiiko Matsumoto’s dedication to her patient’s health is evident in her loyal patient base. She approaches each case with enthusiasm and extensive knowledge. Her style of acupuncture is effective in many different conditions because it focuses on the entire body and adjusts to meet the needs of each individual. Kiiko is well known for achieving incredible results while using the smallest gauge needles that are virtually painless. Many physicians refer their patients to her because they know that she can provide their clients with significant pain and symptom relief without the worry of side effects.
…a brilliant and dynamic teacher
Kiiko Matsumoto’s approach is taught in many acupuncture schools. She regularly teaches her style of acupuncture around the world and in the U.S. Her dedication to researching and understanding the Chinese medical classics makes her one of the authorities on the subject of acupuncture. She shares this knowledge with her patients in her clinic and with students around the world in her seminars. Kiiko’s passion for sharing her research makes her a popular and sought after teacher. Her students find her seminars to be practical, fun and dynamic.
As is required by National Law, we disclose that Kiiko Matsumoto is not a registered health professional within Australia.
Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture is characterised by:
- Diagnosis through palpation – instant feedback for patient and practitioner through touch
- Holistic approach – addressing the entire person to get to the root of problem.
- Japanese tradition – steeped in tradition, yet innovative.
- Eclectic methods – wide variety of methods tailored to each individual.
Monika Kobylecka, L.Ac.
Monika Kobylecka is a licensed acupuncturist practicing Kiiko Matsumoto Style (KMS) acupuncture at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). Monika completed her Master of Science degree at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine where she was first introduced to Japanese acupuncture. What shaped her current practice was meeting renowned Japanese practitioner Kiiko Matsumoto in 2004 and learning this master’s unique style. It was during one of the first classes Monika attended with Ms. Matusmoto that she discovered how acupuncture can be practical, effective and interactive – something that a patient doesn’t have to believe is working; they can feel it working right during the treatment.
For over a decade, Monika worked closely with Ms. Matsumoto – observing her in her clinic in Boston, and assisting her in her seminars. She continues to learn from Ms. Matsumoto and has been selected as an approved instructor for the introductory, hands-on classes in KMS acupuncture in the United States and around the world, and is one of the most sought after online teachers of KMS acupuncture methods.
Back home in Los Angeles, Monika’s private practice is based at CHLA where she holds privileges. She sees paediatric patients in an integrative setting of the Pediatric Pain Clinic; is involved in ongoing research on the effects of acupuncture; and runs the CHLA Employee Acupuncture Clinic which provides acupuncture to physicians, nurses and hospital staff.
Her passion for acupuncture, facilitated by Kiiko Matsumoto Style, translates into an ongoing effort to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western medicine in a practical and patient-focused manner.
As is required by National Law, we disclose that Monika Kobylecka is not a registered health professional within Australia.
Monika Kobylecka has had the unique opportunity of studying, working, and teaching with Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei for more than 15 years, and has dedicated herself to the practice and teaching of this clinically effective Acupuncture style. Monika specialises in presenting Kiiko’s most up-to-date information, in a highly structured and coherent manner, allowing attendees to maximise their understanding of Kiiko Style Acupuncture, enabling them to apply it fluently within their practice on their first day back in clinic, for outstanding results.
History of Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture:
Who was Master Nagano?
In post-war Japan, Master Acupuncturist Kiyoshi Nagano began a remarkable and fruitful investigation. Despite being blind, Nagano memorized classical Chinese medicine literature and developed a unique and ingenious theoretical and clinical approach that incorporated classical concepts and emergent insights from Western medicine. His ideas and methods did not follow an established group, which brought a certain stigma in Japanese acupuncture circles. Being mentally robust, he was proud of his ‘lone wolf’ status. Over the next half a century – using his extraordinary palpation and pulse diagnosis skills as a guide – he crafted ingenious acupuncture protocols for all types of conditions. He also became a mentor to two of the most important Japanese acupuncture teachers of our time: Master Acupuncturist Kiiko Matsumoto and Tsuyoshi Shimamura. Master Nagano passed away in 2003
KMS instructor approval criteria
Seminar Curriculum:
KIIKO 2025 | Sydney, Australia: New and Advanced Topics in KMS Acupuncture
One of the most important aspects of all of Kiiko Sensei’s live seminars is staying true to the original foundational palpation-style acupuncture material that she has been teaching for several decades, as well as bringing new and effective diagnostic and treatment methods that she has been developing, to share with her students to augment the total body of work that Kiiko Sensei has developed to date, which encompasses the Kiiko Matsumoto Style of Acupuncture. A perfect balance of original and new material!
In Kiiko’s live seminars, the primary focus is always to:
- Cover the latest, newest, and most advanced material that Kiiko Sensei has been working on to meet the needs of emerging health issues of our current generation.
- Share new areas of interest that Kiiko Sensei has been exploring which are inspired by the classics, or her original masters, which she has brought into the clinic, and achieved outstanding results with.
With Kiiko Sensei’s new material, anything that “makes the cut” (simple to find reflexes, easy to apply treatment, highly effective results in the vast majority of cases, and easy to learn and apply) is added to the massive body of work of KMS acupuncture, and is shared with Kiiko Sensei’s students as soon as possible.
In this 3-day live seminar, Kiiko Sensei will be sharing the latest and newest methods through lecture and demonstration, focusing on the material of the last 10 years, and the latest material that is currently under development.
We currently cannot provide further details on the exact nature of the new material to be covered yet, as at the date of the seminar, Kiiko Sensei’s latest and newest material will most likely be presented to, and demonstrated on seminar attendees.
However, what we can suggest at this point in time is that major areas of diagnostic and treatment focus will be divided into the 3 primary regions of diagnosis in KMS Acupuncture: the abdomen, the neck and the back, and their relevant associated treatments/treatment points.
We will be sure to update you with more information on the curriculum of the seminar closer to the date of the seminar.
Seminar Structure:
This 3-day live seminar in Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture meets your continuing education needs through a balance of detailed lectures, demonstrations and Q+A, delivered by Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei and Monika Kobylecka.
Daily Schedule for this 3-day seminar:
Please return to this section at a later date for a full schedule of each seminar day.
Pathways of Study in Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture:
There are several pathways of study in KMS acupuncture, all providing their own unique and enriching continuing education experience.
For those studying KMS acupuncture, or those new to KMS acupuncture, a balance of all the major pathways is recommended to foster your development. Of course, seeing the master, Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei, in action at a seminar is the most important of all pathways, so you can have a direct experience of KMS Acupuncture in real-time, performed by its founder, and see and understand the brilliant thought and treatment process of Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei when she is demonstrating on attendees from the seminar audience. However, the other pathways are also equally enriching in their own ways.
We outline the various pathways of study below:
- Live Seminars with Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei.
- Foundations and Advanced Hands-on Classes or an approved study program with an approved KMS Instructor.
- Online Theoretical Webinars/Recorded Seminars, or Online Courses in Foundations and Advanced methods of KMS, run by an approved KMS Instructor.
- Recorded seminars of Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei available Online or on USB drive.
- Books- Kiiko Matsumoto’s Clinical Strategies Volume 1 + 2.
- Observing and assisting in Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei’s clinic (by special arrangement- for advanced practitioners only)
- Observing with a practitioner primarily practicing KMS acupuncture
For those wishing to advance further in the KMS style after completing this seminar, we will be able to recommend various pathways of study and development, and will make various trainings available to you into the future.
This is not just a seminar……it’s an Experience!!!
Who will benefit from attending this seminar?
This seminar will benefit any practitioner regardless whether they have previous studies in KMS acupuncture or not.
Those with previous studies in KMS Acupuncture:
- All practitioners and students with an interest in Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture should take the opportunity to see Kiiko Sensei’s live seminar when possible, as an essential step in development.
- Practitioners wishing to build upon the knowledge and skill base taught in any previous Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture Courses.
- Practitioners with a strong background of practice and professional development in Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture within their own clinic based on previous studies, seminar attendance, or study and application of Kiiko Matsumoto’s Clinical Strategies books.
- Practitioners and students wanting to develop further in the practice of Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture, so that they may utilise this system of treatment fluently in clinic for outstanding results.
- Practitioners and students wishing to see a master acupuncturist in action at a live seminar for inspiration.
- Practitioners who are wishing to add new and effective methods to their clinical repertoire.
- Those practitioners who study KMS Acupuncture who have been waiting to see Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei at a live seminar for many years.
- Practitioners and students wishing to see Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei at her last Australian seminar, to avoid needing to travel overseas to see Kiiko Sensei’s live seminars.
- Those wishing to attend a major CPD event that focuses on one specific treatment style, for a deep-dive of learning over 3-days which can be applied effectively upon returning to the clinic, as opposed to learning several different things at a more superficial level(conference-style event), but still have the opportunity for networking and connecting with many other practitioners and students, as is the case in conference-style events.
Those with no prior learning in KMS Acupuncture:
- Practitioners wishing to increase their effective clinical results by using methods that are easy to learn and apply instantly in clinic.
- Practitioners and students wishing to learn a system of acupuncture whereby they can conveniently measure the clinical effectiveness of their treatments during the treatment. No more guess work required!
- Practitioners and students wishing to explore palpation-based acupuncture methods to add to their clinical repertoire.
- Practitioners and students wishing to see a master acupuncturist in action at a live seminar for inspiration.
- Practitioners who are wishing to add new and effective methods to their clinical repertoire.
- Practitioners and students who are wishing to be introduced to the style of acupuncture their colleagues have been raving about for so long, due to their outstanding clinical results!
- Those practitioners who have been waiting to see Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei at a live seminar for many years.
- Practitioners and students wishing to see a world renowned acupuncture Master at her last Australian seminar, to avoid needing to travel overseas to see Kiiko Sensei’s live seminars.
- Those wishing to attend a major CPD event that focuses on one specific treatment style, for a deep-dive of learning over 3-days which can be applied effectively upon returning to the clinic, as opposed to learning several different things at a more superficial level(conference-style event), but still have the opportunity for networking and connecting with many other practitioners and students, as is the case in conference-style events.
No matter where you are in your acupuncture journey, seeing Kiiko Matsumoto’s live seminar will inspire you, and take your acupuncture practice to the next level! Regardless of which style or system of acupuncture you practice, you will benefit by integrating Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture techniques into your clinical repertoire.
KIIKO 2025 | Sydney, Australia
New and Advanced Topics in KMS Acupuncture
Presented by Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei & Monika Kobylecka
Prerequisites: No Prerequisites
19.5 CPD Points
21 – 23 (Fri,Sat,Sun) March 2025, Sydney
Contact Hours Daily:
9 am – 5 pm Each Day
Please arrive at 8:15-8:30 am on the first day for your registration, and a prompt 9am start
Arrive prior to 8:45 am on subsequent days for a prompt 9am start.
Morning & Afternoon tea provided, suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
Lunch is provided, suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
Please come back to this page at a later date for a full schedule of each seminar day.
The Venue:
For Kiiko 2025, we have selected a premium venue that suits Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei’s teaching style perfectly, so you can get the most out of your seminar experience!
The venue has several elements that make it a superior venue to see Kiiko Sensei in action!
- Tiered theatre style seating so no matter where you are, you will see the action that is happening on stage!
- High quality, comfortably upholstered chairs equipped with fold out mini-desks, suitable for sitting in comfortably through each seminar day, and taking notations on paper or your device.
- 2 x Cinematic sized drop down screens above the stage with high resolution projection, to see all the action up close through our live feed projections
- Pleasant, constant ambient lighting
- Climate controlled space with tall ceilings for a fresher seminar environment experience.
- Ample amenities for bathroom breaks that suit larger audience sizes- no lengthy wait times!
- High quality catering for morning tea, afternoon tea, lunch and all day tea and coffee.
We are currently in the process of the final arrangements with our seminar venue, and will notify you of the Sydney CBD address/location as soon as we can.
We suggest that you hold off on booking your accommodation (if required) until we release the seminar venue location, as we may provide links to discounted accommodation options close to the venue.
Please return to this section for more details soon.
Full details here to be released on the 1st November
Accommodation
We suggest that you book your accommodation (if required) after we release the seminar venue location, as we may provide links to discounted accommodation options closer to the venue.
Please return to this section soon for more details (to be released on the 1st November)
Catering for Kiiko 2025
As a premium event, we are including a catered buffet lunch as well as quality morning and afternoon tea breaks, all focused on healthy, nutritious options, and suitable for those with dietary restrictions, as well as all-day tea and coffee.
All you have to do is show up to the event, and we have got you covered!
You don’t have to worry about running out and finding a restaurant for your lunch breaks, so you can focus on connecting with your colleagues, and focusing on the lecture/seminar material.
We will release details regarding the lunch, morning and afternoon tea menus as soon as they have been arranged with our venue.
Please note that gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options will be available. Please note that we are unable to accommodate other specific dietary requests further to this. Please note that venues cannot guarantee that allergens will be avoided in food preparation or serving areas. Attendees with severe allergies should take necessary precautions.
Please remember to return to this tab for details.
Pricing Structure and Payment Plans
Each seminar registration includes:
- 3-days seminar attendance
- 1 x seminar seating allocation (Premium or Standard based on registration type)
- All-day tea and coffee daily
- Morning Tea snacks and Afternoon Tea snacks daily
- Buffet Lunch daily
- Seminar Notes (E-Versions Only)
Revisions and new material may be added in the days or hours prior to the seminar, and new material may be added to the online downloadable version of the seminar notes during the days of the seminar based on new and unique or contextual material that is covered during the event, therefore, we cannot provide printed versions. - CPD Certificate (E-Versions downloadable through your Qiology Account at the completion of your seminar). We will not be providing printed versions due to the challenges of disseminating printed certificates to large attendee numbers during the event.
Registration/Payment Conditions:
We encourage you to opt for the Early-bird pricing to save a significant sum on your seminar registration.
We have limited premium seating (Gold and Silver on a “first come, first served” basis) and Early bird pricing.
Due to the larger volume of participants we anticipate for this event we encourage and appreciate full payments if possible, to assist our own registration and accounting processes, but understand if you prefer payment plan options.
For those who do not wish to pay upfront, payment plans are available.
Thank you for your understanding.
Please go to our “Cancellation/Refund Policy” section, and our “Additional Conditions” section for further terms and conditions.
Registration and payment types:
Premium Seating | Limited Seats Available | Early Booking Suggested:
Premium Seating (Gold)– Only 14 Seats Available- AUD$2640 Inc GST (Full Payment Only)
Premium Seating (Silver)– Only 14 Seats Available- AUD$2640 Inc GST (Full Payment Only)
Standard Seating | Super Early-Bird and Early-Bird | Book prior to end of relevant Early-Bird offer:
Super Early-Bird – AUD$2200 Inc GST | Available until 31st October 2024 (11:59 pm) (Full Payment Only) – Save AUD$440 Inc GST
Early-Bird – AUD$2310 Inc GST | Available from 1st November 2024- 31st December (11:59 pm) (Full Payment Only) – Save AUD$330 Inc GST
Early-Bird Instalment Plan – 3 Instalments of AUD$880, AUD$715, AUD$715 Inc GST, respectively (Total is AUD$2640 Inc GST)
Deposit and Instalment 1 are due at your convenience. Final Instalment is due 7 days prior to the seminar- Save AUD$330 Inc GST
(Available up to 31st Dec 2024, All Instalments to be paid before the event)
Standard Seating | Full Pricing | Book from January 1st – March 20th 2025
Full Pricing– AUD$2640 Inc GST (Full Payment)
Instalment Plan – 3 Instalments of AUD$1210, AUD$715, AUD$715 Inc GST, respectively. (Total is AUD$2640 Inc GST) –
Deposit and Instalment 1 are due at your convenience. Final Instalment is due 7 days prior to the seminar.
(Available from 1st Jan, 2025, All Instalments to be paid before the event)
** For explanation of different seating types please see the Seminar Seating Guide below.
Seminar Seating Guide
Please view the relevant seating information in the guide below:
Premium and Standard Seating:
We ask you to view our Seminar Seating Guide (Visual), below.
You will note that at the top of the image are the 2 entrances on the left and right sides which open to theatre aisles/stairways.
There are seating sections in the centre, and seating sections in the “wings.”
The centre, and the wings each have front row seating. We have colour coded areas to determine the various types of seating.
Premium Seating:
The central section front row seating is considered the Premium seating Area, where there are 2 Premium Seating sections- Gold and Silver.
Registrations for these two rows are offered on a “first come, first served basis,” and are at a set premium price.
Please note that there is no price difference between Gold and Silver Seating Options. It is your choice, and based on availability.
Only those that purchase these seating options are permitted to sit in this section, and they will have a specifically allocated seat (row and number), that they will stay in for the full 3-day duration of the seminar. This allocation will be indicated on your seminar attendee lanyard card.
Further to this, the centrality of the seating position is allocated based on the order of purchasing. Early purchase achieves prime seating position.
Please note that the first row (A) and the third row (C) are blocked for visibility purposes, and no seating is permitted in those rows. This is to maximise the viewing experience for those in the premium seating area, and we cannot alter this arrangement or allow seating in the blocked rows.
Those who are seated in the premium seating section are permitted to place their bags/belongings on the empty seats in front of their seat, as part of their premium seating arrangement.
Premium Seating- Gold (Row B)- Total seats available = 14 Seats (colour coded Gold)
Premium Seating- Silver (Row D)- Total seats available = 14 Seats (colour coded Silver)
If you wish to have premium seating, you must act fast by registering and paying in full for your premium seating. Book early to avoid disappointment. Once the premium seating is filled, there will be no other options available for premium seating, unless someone withdraws from their premium seating, and we can notify those with an interest in premium seating if an opening is available for them.
Standard Seating:
All of the seating marked in the light red colouring in the seminar seating guide indicates all other non-premium seating options and are based on “first come, first served” daily basis.
There are no allocated seats in these sections. Please arrive at a suitable time daily, and find your seats when the door is opened for you to enter at the commencement of each seminar day.
The seating position that each person assumes on each individual seminar day is allocated to them for the day only.
When you assume a seating position for each seminar day, the row and seat number should be marked by you personally in pen on your seminar attendance lanyard card in the relevant section to indicate your seat for the day (Day 1- Row__, Seat__, Day 2-Row__, Seat__, Day 3-Row__, Seat__).
You are only permitted to mark on your lanyard card your position daily at the commencement of each seminar day.
Please show courtesy to each other based on this principle.
Please avoid seating discrepancies to allow the seminar to run smoothly.
Seminar Seating Guide (Visual)
Cancellation & Refunds Policy
In purchasing on our website, you are bound by our terms and conditions outlined in this policy
- General Policy:
Qiology is committed to providing valuable and enriching seminar experiences. We understand that circumstances may arise which require you to cancel your seminar attendance. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair and transparent to all parties involved. - Cancellation Process:
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email to “info@qiology.com.au”
Cancellation requests must be submitted with the subject line “Seminar Cancellation Request.”
The date of the email will be considered the cancellation request date. - Refunds:
Cancellations made within 14-days prior to the event are non-refundable.
Cancellations due to genuine reasons (proof to be supplied & and at qiology’s discretion) made before the 14-day deadline are refundable, less a 15% cancellation fee. - Change of Mind:
Cancellations made within 7-days of registration, greater than 14-days prior to the event are entitled to a full refund, less transaction fees. - Non-Attendance: In the event of non-attendance no refund will be provided.
- Course Cancellation: In the event of course cancellation by Qiology, a full refund will be given.
- Force Majeure: In case of events totally outside Qiology’s control (i.e. War, Natural Disaster, Lockdowns, Pandemic, Terrorism, Presenter’s health etc.) we reserve the rights to change the dates of the event to a future date.
- Amendments to this Policy:
Qiology reserves the right to amend this cancellation policy at any time. Any changes will be communicated to registrants in a timely manner.
CPD Points Applicable
This seminar accrues 19.5 CPD Points
CPD points are approved/pre-approved by AACMA | Acupuncture NZ | NZASA
Whilst we are pre-approved CPD provider for NZASA, we cannot guarantee that ALL of our content will align with the NZASA CPD Categories. It is advisable that you seek guidance from NZASA, if you are unsure.
Presenter’s Media
An Inspirational Short Video with Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei:
“Conversation with a Master”
In this video, Kiiko Sensei covers some vitally important concepts regarding how it’s vitally important for us as acupuncturists to find the most effective acupuncture points for the individual that we are in fact treating in that moment.
If we use our skills to find the “Silver,” “Gold” or “Diamond” levels of acupuncture point indicated for that specific patient, then we can achieve amazing clinical results. Kiiko Sensei gives some examples of patient cases from her clinical practice to outline this concept.
Guided by the Chinese medicine classics, through the work of Kiiko Sensei’s own masters, and through her own tireless research on her patients in her clinical practice combined with teaching internationally, Kiiko uses her unique palpation diagnostics to find the relevant diagnostic zones and the most effective acupuncture points to use in all types of conditions encountered in the clinic. By gathering this unique information and sharing it internationally with her students and instructors, we continue to gather the most effective strategies to help in effectively treating our patients.
Attribution:
We would like to give thanks to Sam Audette, and Dr. Joseph Audette, M.D.
from Acumed.org for providing access and usage of this wonderful video of Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei, alongwith a big thanks to Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei for sharing this wisdom.
Additional Terms and Conditions
In purchasing this seminar (on our website or directly) you are bound by following in addittion to our standard terms and conditions outlined:
- Travel and Accommodation:
Qiology is not responsible for reimbursing any costs related to flights or accommodation in the case of an event cancellation or in the case of a registrant’s cancellation of their attendance. - Registrations without Payment will be cancelled:
Please note that if you register for an event (with bank transfer option) for a deposit or full seminar payment, and do not make a bank transfer to our account within 7 days and at least 3 days before the start of the seminar, we will cancel your registration.
We appreciate your assistance in making our registration and payment recording process easy, due to the higher volume of registrations we will be taking for this event. - Seminar attendance is not permitted unless your registration is paid in full :
Please note that Qiology does not permit seminar attendance without full payment of due seminar fees. Qiology does not permit post-paid seminar attendance. Please have your seminar payment paid in full prior to your seminar attendance to avoid admission refusal. - Non-Recording Policy by the participants:
Video recording is absolutely not permitted at this seminar. Please enjoy taking in the experience.
Each attendee will sign an agreement regarding this policy, however the policy is applicable whether they have signed a release or not. - Video Coverage of the event by Qiology:
Considering that it is Kiiko Sensei’s final seminar in Sydney, we may be permitted to do a video recording of the event. If this is the case, attendees will be notified. In such a case, all participant’s agree that they consent to video coverage of the event, and will sign an agreement covering the finer details of these terms. - Seating Arrangements:
Premium Seating:
Premium Seating is available with the premium seating registration option only.
For premium seating options purchased, the allocation of the seating position is given to you and you will maintain that seating position for the 3 days of the seminar.
Premium seating position allocations in the premium seating zone are based on first-come-first-served basis, where the position of your seating allocation will be determined by the order of registration (Early registrations will receive a more central position in the premium seating zone).
Standard Seating
All other non-premium seating options are based on first come/first served daily basis.
The seating position that each person assumes on each day is allocated to them for the day.
Please show courtesy to each other based on this principle. - Registered Acupuncturists/Chinese medicine practitioners and students only:
You are only permitted to attend this seminar if you are a registered/licensed acupuncturist or Chinese medicine practitioner or student of acupuncture/Chinese medicine, or G.P/M.D with a medical acupuncture qualification in your country.
We do not permit Dry Needling Practitioners to attend this course, as it’s completely unrelated to their scope of practice. - Disorderly Behaviour:
Anyone causing disorderly behaviour will be asked to leave the seminar at the discretion of Qiology, with the assistance of the venue’s security team.
If you have any questions regarding our terms and conditions, please email us: info@qiology.com.au
Seminar Seating- All you need to know
We have selected a venue that meets all your needs for your Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei seminar experience!
From the tiered theatre style seating and cinematic sized projection screens to the high quality chairs chairs equipped with fold-out mini-desks, this venue has it all!
No matter where you are seated in one of Sydney’s world-class theatre facilities, you will be comfortable and have a great view for your seminar experience, not only of the stage but of the cinematic live feed screens. However, as per the request of some of our most devoted attendees- we have made available various seating options for our attendees- Standard and Premium.
Premium and Standard Seating Explained
We ask you to view our Seminar Seating Guide, below.
You will note that at the top of the image are the 2 entrances on the left and right sides which open to theatre aisles/stairways.
There are seating sections in the centre, and seating sections in the “wings.”
The centre, and the wings each have front row seating. We have colour coded areas to determine the various types of seating.
Premium Seating:
The central section front row seating is considered the Premium seating Area, where there are 2 Premium Seating sections- Gold and Silver.
Registrations for these two rows are offered on a “first come, first served” basis, and are at a set premium price.
Please note that there is no price difference between Gold and Silver Seating Options. It is your choice, and based on availability.
Only those that purchase these seating options are permitted to sit in this section, and they will have a specifically allocated seat (row and number), that they will stay in for the full 3-day duration of the seminar. This allocation will be indicated on your seminar attendee lanyard card.
Further to this, the centrality of the seating position is allocated based on the order of purchasing. Early purchase achieves prime seating position.
Please note that the first row (A) and the third row (C) are blocked for visibility purposes, and no seating is permitted in those rows. This is to maximise the viewing experience for those in the premium seating area, and we cannot alter this arrangement or allow seating in the blocked rows.
Those who are seated in the premium seating section are permitted to place their bags/belongings on the empty seats in front of their seat, as part of their premium seating arrangement.
Premium Seating- Gold (Row B)- Total seats available = 14 Seats (colour coded Gold)
Premium Seating- Silver (Row D)- Total seats available = 14 Seats (colour coded Silver)
If you wish to have premium seating, you must act fast by registering and paying in full for your premium seating. Book early to avoid disappointment. Once the premium seating is filled, there will be no other options available for premium seating, unless someone withdraws from their premium seating, and we can notify those with an interest in premium seating if an opening is available for them.
Standard Seating:
All of the seating marked in the light red colouring in the seminar seating guide indicates all other non-premium seating options and are based on “first come, first served” daily basis.
There are no allocated seats in these sections. Please arrive at a suitable time daily, and find your seats when the door is opened for you to enter at the commencement of each seminar day.
The seating position that each person assumes on each individual seminar day is allocated to them for the day only.
When you assume a seating position for each seminar day, the row and seat number should be marked by you personally in pen on your seminar attendance lanyard card in the relevant section to indicate your seat for the day (Day 1- Row__, Seat__, Day 2-Row__, Seat__, Day 3-Row__, Seat__).
You are only permitted to mark on your lanyard card your position daily at the commencement of each seminar day.
Please show courtesy to each other based on this principle.
Please avoid seating discrepancies to allow the seminar to run smoothly.
Seminar Seating Guide (Visual)
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What to do in Sydney?
Whether you are attending from interstate, or internationally, Sydney, a cosmopolitan city, is a city with many wonderful sites to see and many things to do, and many places to eat.
Whether your attendance for Kiiko Matsumoto Sensei’s seminar is for a quick seminar visit to Sydney and back home to be treating your patients again, or if you are turning this seminar trip into a longer time away or a holiday, we thought we would list a few great things about Sydney to give you some ideas on how to spend your time in this city while you are here.
This is especially important for all of our international seminar attendees who may not be familiar with the city and its many gems.
Please peruse our recommendations below for some great ideas to explore when you are in Sydney, but remember to stay on task while you are at the seminar!!
Places to go/see:
- Sydney Harbour Bridge:
Whether you view it from the steps of the Opera House, or whilst sipping a drink at Opera Bar, walking underneath it at Dawes Point or Milson’s Point, whether you are driving across it or walking across it or organising a Harbour Bridge Climb tour, it’s a Sydney icon. - Sydney Opera House:
Sydney’s iconic landmark. You can take a stroll in Circular Quay and walk around it. Sydney Opera House runs various Opera House tours that are well regarded, and there are several performances (Ballet, Opera, Classical and Modern performances as well as concerts and plays) that are available if you book in advance on their website. - Sydney Botanic Garden:
A historical Botanic Garden with beautiful views of the harbour. They have a medicinal herb garden too! A quick stroll behind the Opera House will lead you into the botanic garden in daylight hours. - Sydney Tower/Sydney Centrepoint Tower:
One of the highest vantage points of the city. You can check out an elevated view of the city and look at it from all directions on the observation deck, or choose to dine at the revolving restaurants they have available, for a great view of the city whilst enjoying good food. - St Mary’s Cathedral:
A Gothic-style catholic cathedral built of local Sandstone (1868-1928) located close to the centre of the city, offering Mass and exhibits. - Australian Museum:
Discover the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the pacific at Australia’s first museum in Sydney. - Taronga Zoo:
Taronga Zoo Sydney is a zoo located on shores of Sydney Harbour, only 12 minutes by ferry from the Sydney CBD. The Sydney icon is home to over 4000 animals, and is located in a beautiful area of Sydney, with amazing scenery of Sydney harbour that can be viewed whilst strolling around this world class zoo. We took Kiiko Sensei there in 2012. Her favourite was the Komodo Dragon! And the Kookaburra! - Hyde Park:
Minutes walk from the centre of the city, this historical parkland, is an oasis in the city, and perfect for a leisurely stroll. - Centennial Park:
Toward the city’s east, a historical parkland that many Sydney-sider’s visit for exercise, dog walking, horse riding, picnics and BBQ’s. - Art Gallery of NSW:
It is the most important public art gallery in Sydney and one of the largest in Australia. Located in the domain, and minutes walk from the botanic garden, you will enjoy perusing the many beautiful artworks and exhibits on show. - Museum of Contemporary Art:
Located on Sydney Harbour, the MCA is Australia’s home for contemporary art. - White Rabbit Gallery:
The White Rabbit Gallery was opened in 2009 to showcase what has become one of the world’s most significant collections of Chinese contemporary art. Located in the heart of Chippendale, this is a short walk from Central Station. - Queen Victoria Building:
The Queen Victoria Building is a heritage-listed late-nineteenth-century building which is a five level shopping centre located at 429–481 George Street in the Sydney central business district. Filled with cafes, restaurants and various shops, it’s a must visit landmark building in Sydney.
- Darling Harbour + Darling Square:
Great for a stroll and a look at the restaurants and cafes, and various sites like the Maritime Museum, Wild Life Sydney Zoo, Sydney Aquarium and IMAX. - The Star Casino and Crown Casino:
If you are in the Casino mood, Sydney has two of them! - Chinatown:
Famous eat streets and all types of shops and restaurants with treats and asian foods. - Chinese Garden of Friendship:
An enchanting oasis nestled in the heart of Darling Harbour. Discover this hidden gem of tranquility located in between Darling Square and Darling Quarter. Opened on 17 Jan 1988 for the Bicentenary, the Garden was modelled after ancient private gardens in China from the 5th century. - Sydney Ferries
Enjoy Sydney Harbour by enjoying time on the harbour directly on one of Sydney’s ferries. Hope on a Ferry at Circular Quay and visit different areas of the Sydney on the water. Our recommendations are taking the ferry to Manly and walking along Manly beach, or taking the ferry to Watson’s Bay, and visiting the Gap, Camp Cove, and the Hornby lighthouse, as well as fish and chips at Doyles on the Beach (sit down formal dining) or Doyles on the Wharf (take away casual). Alternately you can catch a ferry the other direction to the Sydney Fishmarkets.
- Sydney Fishmarkets:
Australia’s home of seafood. Expert advice. The widest range of the finest quality Australian seafood. A large assortment of fish markets and restaurants, cafes and more.
- Manly and Manly Beach:
The hub of the northern beaches, the northern head of Sydney Harbour has plenty of interesting things to do such as cafes, restaurants and beach walks and harbour walks. Catch the ferry to Manly from Circular Quay.
- Watson’s Bay:
A beautiful area on the harbour’s south head with Doyle’s on the Beach or Doyle’s on the Wharf, the Gap, Camp Cove Beach and Hornby Lighthouse on the South Head Trail. Catch the ferry to Watson’s Bay from Circular Quay. - Cooge to Bondi Coastal Walk
One of the famous Sydney walks. Start from Coogee Pavilion or from Bondi Icebergs and follow the trail, and all the people! Take in the beautiful ocean views of some of Sydney’s most beautiful and glamorous beaches, and take in the fresh ocean air. Dedicate 2-3 hours for 1 way (6 km), and more for return (or Uber back!). Stop along the way at cafes and restaurants or for a swim. Take sunscreen and water. - Bondi Beach
One of Sydney’s most famous beaches. Essential for an afternoon dip or a lie on the beach! - Palm Beach and Barrenjoey Headland Lighthouse Walk
Sydney’s northern-most beach. More than an hour’s drive north of the city. Absolute stunning views from the lighthouse. Deliciously clean water at the beach, and some good little restaurants like the Boathouse and Barrenjoey House. The filming location of the famous Australian. TV series “Home and Away” - Royal National Park:
Royal National Park is inland from the eastern coastline of Australia, just south of Sydney. It’s characterised by coastal cliffs, secluded beaches and eucalyptus-rich bushland. Trails crisscross the park. Home to the famous Figure 8 Pools! Research before bushwalking!
- The Blue Mountains:
A World Heritage listed site. With so much to see, 1.5 hours drive or train from Sydney, there is much to offer.
Check out Katoomba, Echo Point (3 Sisters and Giant Staircase), Wentworth Falls (Trails and Conservation Hut, and Lincoln’s Rock), Scenic World (Scenic Railway and Scenic SkyWay- bookings in advance recommended). All types of bushwalking options available. Research before venturing out! - Jenolan Caves:
Jenonalan Caves is the premier destination for Limestone Caves in Australia. The magical, must-see destination in the World Heritage Blue Mountains. Jenolan Caves are the world’s oldest! They are the largest, most spectacular in Australia. As of Oct 2024 they are under repair and construction. Check their website in 2025 to see if they are open for tours. Plan tours and accommodation and book in advance, due to their distance from Sydney past the first reaches of the Blue Mountains.
Restaurants:
Please come back later to see our list of restaurant suggestions!
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