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Madge Wallace is hosting a Beauty & Wellness Market Day at our College on Saturday 21st August 2010.

This Market day is a fundraising event for our 2nd year Graduates and we also hope to gather goods and supplies for various local charities.

We successfully hosted a Pamper Day last year (2009)and have grown this year into what is now hoped to be an annual Beauty & Wellness Market Day.

With yours and our other loyal partner’s support we hope to gain lots of local awareness to make this a greatly anticipated annual event.

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Maybe you’ve heard of the Bowen Technique Therapy and never known what it was all about – well here is your chance to find out. Health Studies a leading provider of adult education in the field of health and wellness will be offering a part time course on the Bowen Technique. The course will cover the practical therapy and principles of the technique and will give students a thorough grounding in all aspects of Bowen therapy application.

“The Bowen technique is a soft tissue remedial therapy, named after its innovator Tom Bowen. It involves the therapist using fingers or thumbs to move over muscle, ligament tendon and fascia in various parts of the body. The work is very subtle, relaxing and gentle involving no hard or prolonged pressure. This technique is believed to flow in harmony with the subtle energies of the body and sets up vibrational energy patterns with specific frequencies which affect particular parts of the body. It addresses the body as a whole unit and encourages an integrated response by balancing and re-aligning the body on all levels of the physical, chemical, emotional and mental aspects,” explains Shereen Davids, Course Trainer at Health Studies.

Bowen Technique is a gentle hands-on-bodywork therapy, which involves a sequence of light, safe, non-invasive, yet dynamic moves on specific areas of connective tissue (muscle, tendon or nerve plexus) with frequent pauses and can be done on anyone from newborn infants to frail care elderly.

The Bowen Technique excels as a treatment form for back pain; other problems that can be treated by this technique include frozen shoulders, neck pain, hay fever, asthma and migraines. Sports injury is a field of remedial therapy that is becoming very aware of The Bowen Technique. Not only do sportsmen report fewer injuries when treated regularly but they also notice an increase in performance.

The course is broken down into six modules of contact teaching time, with a requirement that the student undertakes a series of case histories between modules. Each module is practical based and allows plenty of time for demonstration, practice, discussion and question and answer sessions.

Although there is no previous experience necessary for enrolling on this course students should endeavor to make themselves as familiar as possible with a basic grounding in functional anatomy. The course teaches procedures which are explained and identified by using standard Latin names for muscles and a good grounding of these together with basic anatomical terminology will be of great assistance.

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Reiki training is a very intense and personal experience. This is why it is best to meet your Reiki Master first, and see how you feel about them.  In addition, Reiki training can be very deep and transformational.

If you have already trained in Reiki as an energy healing modality, you need to continue with your self-development, discovery and growth.  Reiki is not about reading books or listening to seminars. It is about experiencing and developing.

With this in mind, we now have a regular monthly Reiki and Healing Share in Cape Town CBD on a weekday evening. All are welcome, whether this is the first time you hear of Reiki or if you are an experienced Reiki Master. Payment is a modest donation of what you can afford (usually R50-100), and you enjoy an evening of discovery and growth. This way you will get to know us better, develop your skills, or just enjoy the evening and have fun.

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Make your mark in the beauty industry

Corpo Sano places special emphasis on creating ‘thinking therapists’ – beauty professionals who take an intelligent, holistic approach to health and beauty.


Their education programme gives you a variety of choices in the field of health, wellness and skincare.


Many factors make Corpo Sano a trendsetter in health and beauty education. These include a holistic approach to health and beauty; lecturers who are experts in their individual fields; training facilities with the latest electronic equipment and media technology and the opportunity to gain practical industry experience in our student salon.


So…start a lucrative career in health and beauty with a highly desirable qualification from Corpo Sano, one of SA’s leading health and skin care institutes.

Open Day

Next Open days; visit them anytime between 9am and 1pm on Saturday 17th October or  31st October.

Meet the team…

Tracy Anderson

Tracy Anderson
Director / Principal

Qualifications

N.Dip: Beauty Technology
CIDESCO
ITEC
BTech: Post School Education
Registered Assessor

Experience

20 years experience as a lecturer in Health & Skincare.
From 2002 to 2005 Tracy successfully managed the Somatology programme at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

As principal of Corpo Sano Wellness Training Centre, Tracy is a leader for the Corpo Sano team and mentor to many learners. Tracy is a true educator and with unsurpassed knowledge about health and skincare.

Tracy has been invited to be a member of the SAAHSP Education board for 2009.

‘I have a passion for teaching others the skills and knowledge that I have accumulated over the years and take pride and joy in watching people evolve and adapt into extremely capable and sought after Health and Wellness Practitioners in this vast and fantastic industry!’ – Tracy Anderson

Kate Smith

Kate Smith

Senior Lecturer: Wellness Studies

Qualifications

N.Dip: Somatology?CIDESCO?BTech: Post School Education?Registered Assessor

Experience

Experience working as an assistant- lecturer at Cape Technikon in Somatology.?5 years experience in the placement of students within in the Health and Wellness Industry.?International industry experience working as a therapist in Canada, at various spa resorts. Her interest lies on the paramedical aspect of the industry.
“My energy lies in igniting a learner’s passion within this vast industry of Health and Wellness; and nurturing them on their pathway to becoming the best that they can be. Working here, I ask myself, who wouldn’t want to be apart of this World-Class Institute?” – Kate Smith

Tracey Venter

Tracy Venter

Junior Lecturer: Wellness Studies and Aesthetics

Qualifications

N.Dip: Somatology
CIDESCO

Experience

Extensive industry experience and for the past year has been a junior lecturer at Corpo Sano.

“If success is not on your own terms and only looks good to the world.. if it does not feel good in your heart; it is not success at all.” – Tracy Venter

Tracy Phillips

Tracy Phillips
Lecturer: Business Practice & Communication Skills

Qualifications

N.Dip: Beauty Technology
CIDESCO
ITEC
BTech: Post School Education
BSocSci (Hons)

Experience

5 years experience working in the Health and Wellness Industry.
10 Years experience lecturing as a full time lecturer and as a freelancer, at various higher education institutions, developing skills such as research, lesson preparation/ presentation, managerial skills, business skills and communication skills.

“My passion is the Health and Wellness industry and the exciting world of business!
My aim is to foster high levels of competence in entrepreneurial thinking and skills, specifically within the dynamic and ever-changing arena of our profession; and to enable our learners not only to love what they do, but to do well doing it!” – Tracey Phillips.

Hillary Woodley

Hillary Woodley
Lecturer: Nutrition I & II

Qualifications

BSc. Diatetics (US)
Diploma in Fundamentals of Business and Management (UCT)

Experience

Experience as a nutrition consultant for four years
Four years of lecturing experience.

Dr. Riaan Van Der Merwe

Dr. Riaan Van Der Merwe
Lecturer: Applied Psychology I & II

Qualifications

BA Degree (UPE)
B.Th (US)
Lic. The specialization in Pastoral Care and Councelling, University of Stellenbosch
D.Th Growth Counseling, University of Stellenbosch

Experience

33 years experience teaching and counseling throughout South Africa and Belgium.

Mens Sana in Corpo(re) Sano. “A sound mind in a healthy body is more than a slogan. Psyche and body should always be treated as a holistic whole. So I love teaching Applied Psychology at Corpo Sano, because few things can be more fulfilling than contributing to the formation of “beautiful minds”.

Ronèl Beukes

Ronèl Beukes
Lecturer: NutritionIII

Qualifications

BSc. Dietetics Masters in Nutrition (US)
Masters in Nutrition (US)

Experience

17 years as a Dietician in community nutrition.
2 years experience in Therapeutic Nutrition.
Experience lecturing for 4 years.

“Working at Corpo Sano has afforded me the opportunity to share my passion for nutrition and helping students to educate their clientele in everyday life.” – Ronel Beukes.

Frans Du Toit

Frans Du Toit
Lecturer: Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Pathology

Qualifications

B.Sc. Hons. M.Sc. H.E.D. (US)

Experience

7 years as Head of Biological Sciences at DF Maln High School
23 years working experience at Cape Technikon as a lecturer and Head of Department for Applied Sciences.
Deputy Dean and acting Dean of Applied Sciences.

“ I have a passion for structure and function of the human body and to maintain it’s health. So what better excuse can I have than to teach what I love best?” – Frans Du Toit

Garth Kirby

Garth Kirby
Lecturer: Applied Movement Studies

Qualifications

BA Human Movement Studies, University of Port Elizabeth
Diploma in Personal Training
ETA (Exercise Teachers Academy) Lecturer

Experience

5 years Experience working as a Personal Trainer
12 years experience working as a Part-time lecturer for ETA at Cape Technikon, Corpo Sano and ICG
Owner of GK1 Studio working as a personal Trainer

Marzanjah Ackermann

Marzanjah Ackermann

Lecturer: Applied Science

Qualifications

B.Sc STD NHD (Chemistry)

Experience

22 years experience lecturing at Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Schools and Corpo Sano Wellness Training Centre.

Lucrecia Reynecke

Lucrecia Reynecke
Pharmacology

Qualifications

B.Sc Pharmacology IV (US)

Experience

10 years experience as a pharmacist
5 years experience working as a medical representative
1 year working as a lecturer

“It is a great privilege for me as a pharmacist to be able to empower our students with the knowledge of pharmacology in order to be better equipped to service their clients.” – Lucrecia Reynecke

Sureta Marais

Administration

Sureta Marais
Director / Financial Administration

Qualifications

N.Dip: Beauty Technology
CIDESCO (Free State Technikon)
BTech: Post School Education (Cape Technikon/CPUT)
Registered Assesor
Registered Moderator

Experience

Extensive industry experience in spa and hydrotherapy working as a Somatologist at Fancourt Golf and Country Club Estate in George.

Educational and administrative experience working in the Department of Somatology at the Cape Technikon/ CPUT from 2001 to 2005.

Kim Anderson

Kim Anderson
Administrative Officer

Kim joined Corpo Sano in 2007 as Administrative and Personal Assistant to the two Directors. Having qualified with a Higher Diploma in Education and using her qualification, she taught in both Kimberly and Paarl. Kim has spent 12 years in the corporate world in positions requiring a high level of confidentiality and expertise in administration. As a valuable and sought-after team player, Kim shares her expertise and passion for administration with the Corpo Sano “family”.

Sally Hooper

Sally Hooper
Marketing and Recruitment

. As an Internationally qualified skincare therapist, Sally gained experience working in Salons, Spas and Luxury Cruise Liners. With the skills and knowledge she has gained, she has been at Corpo Sano for the past 3 years sharing her passion with in the field of Marketing and Recruitment.

“I love Health and Wellness! Deciding what to do with your future is tough; but choose something you will always wake-up and look forward to everyday!” -Sally Hooper

Anria Van Zyl

Anria Van Zyl
Lecturer in Modular studies and learnerships

Anria is an internationally qualified Skincare Therapist with extensive experience in spas, salons, lecturing and being a representative for cosmetic companies. With these skills along with vast administrative experience she utilizes this as our lecturer in Modular studies and learnerships

“I love working where there is always interesting and exciting technology and treatment changes.  I am passionate about my job because it contains all the elements of what I  love doing.” – Anria Van Zyl
Lecturer in Modular studies and learnerships

Anria is an internationally qualified Skincare Therapist with extensive experience in spas, salons, lecturing and being a representative for cosmetic companies. With these skills along with vast administrative experience she utilizes this as our lecturer in Modular studies and learnerships

“I love working where there is always interesting and exciting technology and treatment changes.  I am passionate about my job because it contains all the elements of what I  love doing.” – Anria Van Zyl

Maria Williams

Maria Williams
Laboratory Technician

Maria started off as a Lab assistant at Cape Technikon over 33 years ago and has since joined Corpo Sano as a Lab Technician.

“I love working in this industry and seeing how exciting the changes have been over all these years!” – Maria Williams

Felicia Mpetseni

Fellicia Mpetseni
Laboratory Assistant

Felicia has spent almost 8 yearss helping in the industry and joined Corpo Sano as our friendly Lab Assistant.

“I enjoy working in an environment with so many hardworking and excited students everyday!” – Felicia Mpetseni

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Rubyfish health risk solutions provide interventions to assist companies to increase productivity, employee well-being and staff retention. We achieve this through education aimed at primary prevention and early disease detection, psychosocial and medical assessments as well as individual and company status reports.

Rubyfish Health Risk Solutions are registered health professionals specialising in training and promoting awareness in the fields of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Hypertension, Diabetes and Stress.


Rubyfish offers the following services to companies:

1. Health and wellness educational courses

The primary goals of wellness and education courses are to prevent, detect and manage health risks through increased knowledge of various chronic lifestyle related illnesses. The following two-day courses to empower management (HR, personnel, equity and skills development managers, supervisors, peer educators and community leaders) are available:

HIV/AIDS & Related Diseases
HIV/AIDS Counselling Programme
Stress Management
Short courses aimed at health and life skills development amongst the workforce include:
HIV/AIDS Part 1 & part 2)
Sexually transmitted diseases
Tuberculosis
Hypertension
Diabetes
Healthy lifestyles
Nurtition
Financial Management
Stress
Interpersonal Communication
Leaving a Legacy

All courses can be tailor-made to suit company needs.


2. Psychosocial assessments

The aim of psychosocial assessments is to identify psychosocial stressors impacting a person in the following areas of life:

Personal
Interrelational
Work
Recreational
Physical

3. Medical assessments

Voluntary HIV Counselling and Testing
Blood pressure and pulse
Body-mass index
Blood glucose
Cholesterol test
Kidney function tests
Urine tests (bladder and kidney)
Snellen eye chart test
And more…

4. Statistical integration, recommendations and referrals

A written global health risk report on the assessed individuals will be made available to companies in order to empower management to make informed decisions with regards to future planning. Based on the health risk findings, Rubyfish will provide management with appropriate recommendations.

Dr Ingrid Artus




Ingrid is a counselling psychologist who has worked in a variety of contexts such as university, schools, companies, community clinics and in private practice. She is a previous PEPFAR fellow who is passionate about assisting people to live life to their fullest potential. She envisions positively impacting our society, specifically through imparting health related knowledge and life skills.

Sr Trudy Geddes

Trudy is a professional nurse and proponent of primary and preventative health interventions. She is specifically inspired to encourage people to know their HIV status sooner rather than later. In acquiring health knowledge and understanding of their condition, people will be empowered to maintain optimum quality of life, remain employed and make informed decisions for themselves and their loved ones.

Rubyfish Health Risk Solutions

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