Wang Ju-yi’s Applied Channel Theory: Module 2 - Point Category Theory, Point Pairs and Palpation of Points

This Workshop is Module 2 of Wang Ju-Yi's Applied Channel Theory!

Applied Channel Theory (經絡醫學jīng luò yī xué) is an approach in Chinese medicine rooted in the dual research threads of classical texts and modern clinical application.

Details:

This workshop is delivered in two parts: Part 1 (Online) covers the theoretical foundations, and Part 2 (In Person at AIM Academy) focuses on hands-on clinical application.

Note: All online sessions are recorded. If you miss a live class, you will receive access to the recording to review the material.

Schedule:

• Part 1: Mondays April 13, 27, May 11, June 1, 15, and July 3, 2026 from 9:00AM - 12:00PM
• Part 2: Monday, July 20 to Wednesday, July 22, 2026 from 10:00AM - 6:00PM
  

Location:

• Part 1: Online on Zoom
• Part 2: In Person at AIM Academy

Cost:

• Part 1: $300 until March 15 2026, $450 after
• Part 2: $800 until May 30 2026, $900 after

Requirements:

1. Completion of Wang Ju-yi's Applied Channel Theory: Module #1
2. You are required to have a solid TCM theory background and have read the required text (Wang Ju-yi and Jason Roberston's book, "Applied Channel Theory in Chinese Medicine.")

Registration: Register online through our Shopify store or over the phone by calling 416 323 1818 ext. 200. Registrations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. Register early to avoid disappointment.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made on or before two weeks prior to the course start date will result in a $50 + HST cancellation fee. Cancellations made after that date will not receive a refund.

Description:

This course will combine online lectures with in-person palpation classes to introduce Dr. Wang Ju-yi’s clinical application of the different acupuncture point categories. From Dr. Wang’s clinical experience, he commonly focused on using the different point categories to treat the majority of his patients. A strong foundation in point theory helps clinicians when deciding on which points to select for treatment. In addition, through an understanding of this theory, different point combinations can be used to achieve better results. However, in order for the treatment to be effective, accurate point location is essential. This course will cover two main aspects of acupuncture points: point theory and the structure of points (which includes the palpation of these points).

The online course will focus on point category theory. It will cover Dr. Wang’s understanding of the main point categories: yuan-source, luo-collateral, xi-cleft, five transport and eight extraordinary vessel points. Points that were most commonly used by Dr. Wang will be introduced, including his most commonly used point combinations. Clinical cases will be presented to help understand the use of these different point pairs.

The second part of the course will be a three day in-person class in Toronto. Emphasis of this class will be on learning how to palpate for the location of over 100 acupuncture points according to Dr. Wang`s locations, which are more precise and often different from the standard locations. Students will learn that each point has its own unique structure, and that in order to locate each point, they have to be carefully palpated. Most students will report after the course that their “de qi” sensation improves after using these locations, and therefore, their clinical results also improve.

This course complements students who have attended previous courses on Applied Channel Theory, especially on channel examination. When Dr. Wang’s point locations are more accurately located, this will also further improve one’s channel palpation skills, as the channel pathways will become clearer.

Instructor: Jonathan Chang

Jonathan Chang graduated from the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine in 2012 with a degree in Chinese Medicine. In 2008 he began his apprenticeship with Dr. Wang Ju-yi in Beijing, and was Dr. Wang’s full-time assistant at the Wang Ju-yi Applied Channel Theory Research Center and Clinic from 2012 to 2017.

In August 2012, he was recognized by the Beijing Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing Acupuncture and Moxibustion Association and Wang Ju-yi, as an official instructor of Applied Channel Theory. In May 2015, Jonathan was formally recognized by Wang Ju-yi as an indoor apprentice.

He worked on Dr. Wang’s clinical case studies book Wang Ju-yi’s Applied Channel Theory Clinical Case Studies (2014), and was also one of the main contributors to Dr. Wang’s An Introduction to Applied Channel Theory (2016).

Jonathan is from Canada, but has lived in China since 2002. He currently works as a TCM doctor at the Ling Lan TCM Clinic in Beijing.