About Us
Rooted in the authentic teachings of Jiro Murai and Mary Burmeister, we are committed to maintaining the integrity, authenticity, and accessibility to a wider world of this profound practice while ensuring its evolution for future generations.
By blending tradition with modern learning methods, we provide structured education, mentorship, and a supportive international community for practitioners and students alike. Our mission is to make Jin Shin accessible to all, fulfilling Mary Burmeister’s vision of “a practitioner on every block.”
The Jin Shin Way
The Jin Shin Guild is a welcoming and collaborative community, dedicated to preserving, sharing, and evolving the Art of Jin Shin. Rooted in respect, cooperation, and inclusivity, we strive to honor tradition while embracing growth, ensuring that this practice remains accessible and beneficial to all.
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A Shared Commitment to Jin Shin
We honor the wisdom of the original teachings while embracing new ways to make learning clear, practical, and accessible to a wider audience.
A Global Community of Support
Connecting practitioners, students, and instructors worldwide, we foster a collaborative environment where to share knowledge, exchange experiences, and support one another in their learning journey.
Collaborative & Structured Learning
We offer a clear and inclusive learning pathway, combining in-person training, online education, mentorship, and community-based support, allowing each student to grow at their own pace.
Honoring Tradition While Embracing Evolution
The Jin Shin Guild respects the roots of the Art while exploring modern educational tools and methodologies to enrich the learning experience.
An Inclusive and Nurturing Space
More than an educational institution, the Jin Shin Guild is a home for connection, shared wisdom, and collective growth, where all who seek to explore the Art feel welcomed, valued, and empowered.
A Commitment to Integrity & Excellence
Through collaboration, transparency, and dedication to continuous learning, we strive to ensure that the Art of Jin Shin continues to flourish for generations to come.
Together, we are co-creating a space where the Art of Jin Shin remains alive, evolving, and accessible to all—not as competitors, but as a unified community dedicated to learning, healing, and supporting one another.
Our Philosophy
At the Jin Shin Guild, our philosophy is deeply rooted in the timeless principles of balance, evolution, and community. We are dedicated to preserving, sharing, and expanding the Art of Jin Shin, an ancient art deeply entrenched in Japanese tradition. Inspired by the visionary rediscovery of Jiro Murai and the pioneering teachings of Mary Burmeister, we uphold the integrity and purity of these teachings as our guiding compass. We believe that authenticity and evolution go hand in hand, ensuring that Jin Shin remains both faithful to its origins and accessible to new generations. As an international non-profit organization based in Switzerland, we foster a spirit of collaboration and learning, creating a space where the study, practice, and teaching of Jin Shin are nurtured and shared. We recognize that “Evolution is the Law of Life” and embrace this principle to empower new ambassadors of this sacred practice, ensuring its continuity and growth. Our philosophy is to create an inclusive, welcoming environment where members feel a deep sense of belonging, encouragement, and support. By inspiring creativity, self-discovery, and personal growth through our educational programs, mentorship, and community engagement, we aim to contribute to a happier, healthier world—one individual, one flow at a time. Ultimately, the Jin Shin Guild exists at the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern evolution, striving to maintain and promote an art that enhances well-being, foster harmony, and the balance of life’s energy.
Our Vision
Our Vision
Our vision is to nurture a global community where every individual feels a deep sense of belonging, connection, and inspiration in their journey with Jin Shin. We strive to create a supportive environment that fosters creativity, personal growth, and shared learning and where practitioners can freely express and cultivate their unique artistry. Together, we aim to contribute to a healthier and happier world, where the practice of Jin Shin enhances well-being and harmony of life —one person, one flow at a time.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Rooted in the teachings of Mary Burmeister, our mission is to preserve the purity and philosophy of Jin Shin, ensuring its legacy endures through dedicated practice, education, and instruction. We are committed to educating, preparing, and inspiring new generations to carry forward the timeless wisdom of Jin Shin. Recognizing that evolution is the law of life, we embrace this principle by empowering those who are passionate about this Art, ensuring its continuity in the most authentic and meaningful way. As ambassadors of this ancient wisdom, we strive to keep the Art of Jin Shin alive and vibrant, so that future generations may discover, practice, and cherish its profound benefits.
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Core Values
Jin Shin is an Art
Every individual expresses the Art uniquely, using it as a tool to enhance their health and well-being.
Evolution
As an Art, Jin Shin is constantly evolving, reflecting the natural flow of life and growth.
Compassion
Every interaction is rooted in reverence and respect, fostering harmony and personal growth.
Cooperation
We believe in collaborative learning and shared wisdom, creating a space where all individuals can thrive.
Fundamental Principles
Commitment to the Origins
We honor the philosophy of Jin Shin as developed by Jiro Murai and expanded upon by Mary Burmeister.
Harmony
A balanced, harmonious existence supports health and well-being, resonating from the individual to the community.
Excellence in Education
We continuously improve the quality of teaching to meet international standards.
Transparency
Our commitment to openness, clarity, and integrity ensures honest communication within the Guild and beyond.
Meet Our Board
Wayne Hackett - Chairperson
Born and raised in California, Wayne’s early education specialized in the sciences and secondary education, being awarded a B.S. Ed degree. He worked in both state and private institutions as a teacher/counselor. In 1972, his interest turned towards holistic health education. Structural integration, the work of Dr. Ida P. Rolf, framed much of his studies. Then, in 1977, he met Mary Burmeister, who introduced him to the Art of Jin Shin. Mary and her teachings remain a central focus of Wayne’s life. One of three individuals Burmeister trained to teach, Wayne has traveled throughout the world introducing the Art to thousands of students. He has a particular fascination with the esoteric significance of numbers and their functions. Similarly, cosmic geometry (planetary relationships) is a passion. Mary Burmeister’s Answer Sheet, her unique teaching tool depicting human beings as a reflection of the Universe, continues to intrigue and inspire him. Currently Wayne lives on the Island of Kauai, Hawaii, where he continues to study and maintains a private practice in the Art of Jin Shin.
Monika Meier - Co-Chairperson
Monika lives in Switzerland. She got to know the Art of Jin Shin in 2008 and became a practitioner in 2012 and continues to learn and study more of this wonderful art. In 2020 she finalized her studies to become a Naturopath for Tibetan Medicine. She also has a background in finance and insurance.
Olivier Haus - Project Manager
Olivier lives in France. After studying Japanese, he worked for an airline and taught Japanese at his own school. In 2013, he changed direction to become a therapist. He became a practitioner and teacher of Ortho-Bionomy®. He discovered the Art of Jin Shin in 2017 and became a practitioner in 2021.
Virginia Ridao - Treasurer
Virginia’s journey with the Art of Jin Shin began in November 2018 when her husband was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, a painful autoimmune condition. Then a friend gave her The Touch of Healing, which was the start of a transformative path. While searching for more information online, she came across a video where Wayne Hackett talked about the Art. His words resonated deeply with her, and she knew that if she ever took a class, it had to be with him. In 2019, Virginia attended her first class in Germany, where she realized that she had found what she had been looking for all her life. Inspired by the healing results for her husband and herself, she left her banking career in Scotland to fully dedicate herself to studying, practicing, and sharing this wonder-full Art. Now based in Chipiona, Spain, Virginia offers individual sessions and self-help classes in Spanish and English. Her mission is to guide individuals toward a happier, healthier life and to expand the reach of the Art of Jin Shin, ensuring that more people can experience its harmonizing benefits.
Francine L. Brown - Secretary
Francine L. Brown lives in Chicago, IL. The Art of Jin Shin entered her life in 2011 during a movement meditation, sparking a lifelong passion and commitment to the practice. Since then, she has become both a dedicated practitioner and Self-Help teacher. Her mission in life is to help others "Now Know Myself, IT IS, IS." Francine brings a diverse skill set to our board, having served as a professional stage manager, project manager, event coordinator, training developer, and massage instructor. In 2011, she began her own massage and meditation practice. She currently teaches Jin Shin self-help courses for her clients at Bless This Body and Northwestern University’s Employee Wellness Program.
The Art of Jin Shin
Through simple touch, the Art of Jin Shin harmonizes our personal energy centers, encouraging growth, balance, and well-being on all levels. Each session is a journey of self-discovery, fostering personal evolution and awareness, allowing us to express the fullness of who we are. This art is not limited to relaxation. It is also about awakening to your potential, strengthening resilience, boosting health, and nurturing a vibrant life in tune with your true essence.
Begin Your Journey
Art of Jin Shin is healing art from ancient tradition. Passed down from generation to generation by word of mouth, the Art was dramatically revived in the early 1900's by Japanese Master Jiro Murai. Master Murai spent many years studying the ancient Japanese text, Kojiki, and the resulting knowledge of Jin Shin was then given to Mary Burmeister, his original student of the Art.
Art of Jin Shin brings balance to the body's energy, allowing the body to function better, feel better and rejuvenate more quickly. Jin Shin is a helpful adjunct to western medicine, inducing relaxation and reducing the effects of stress.
Jin Shin employs twenty-six personal energetic centers which fuel the body’s physiology. When one or more of these centers become blocked, the blockage or stagnation will disrupt circulation and eventually disharmonize energetic flow which affects the body. Holding these locks in specific combinations restores balance, physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Learning Jin Shin engages one in self study, self help. “It is the Art of getting to know (help) myself” - Mary Burmeister.
Jin Shin does not involve massage, manipulation of bones or muscles, or use of drugs or substances. It is a gentle art, practiced by placing the fingertips over clothing on designated areas to harmonize and restore energetic flow. This facilitates the reduction of tension and stress which may accumulate in the body through normal daily living.
For those who want to become actively responsible for maintaining their own health and happiness, Jin Shin is an excellent means to that end. In dealing with stress, chronic or more recent health disharmonies, and for health maintenance and high energy level, Jin Shin is a simple and powerful tool, available to all.