Upcoming and Recorded Classes

February 21 - April 4, 2026

This is an in-depth Introductory class using the Teachable platform. As past students have commented, this is a “phenomenal way to learn.” It’s going to be a 7-week course starting on January 24th, with 5 zoom classes for questions and review. Each week the material will be sent in 2 batches and will include study guides and videos for self-help and practice.

This course is valuable for those new to Jin Shin Jyutsu as well as long-time practitioners. It makes a great gift for yourself as well as others! The connections we’ve made with each other, and the animals who need our gifted touch are beyond measure.

• Over 30 recorded videos on the Teachable platform

• 5 live Zoom gatherings (all recorded) for sharing and Q&A

• Zoom classes held 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Eastern on:

• February 21, 2026

• February 28, 2026

• March 7, 2026

• March 21, 2026

• April 4, 2026

• Recordings uploaded to Teachable—live attendance optional

• Teachable content available for three months after the class ends

April 1-3, 2026, Amsterdam-Sloten

In English, with Dutch translation / Deze cursus wordt gegeven in het Engels, met Nederlandse vertaling.

We are delighted to welcome Kelly Mount to Mandy’s Ponyplezier. This location has various animal species for practice: horses, dogs, cats, and ducks. Free parking is available. Info:

May 16 - 17, 2026 

Introductory class, open to all experience levels with an opportunity to work with horses, dogs and chickens 

Students may bring their own well-behaved dog to class 

Class will count as the multi-species requirement toward the JSJ for Animal Companions certification 

Class to be held at a holistic equestrian facility (https://www.balancepointtraining.com) 

We are very excited Adele is making a trip out West to share Jin Shin Jyutsu for Animal Companions in a two-day, introductory class at a beautiful equestrian facility in Reno, Nevada. Nestled at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountains, we will spend a weekend learning this gentle healing art by first experiencing it ourselves through guided self-help and then practicing with other animal volunteers. Animals to work with will include resident horses, dogs, an elusive barn cat (class participation status unknown), chickens, and the bonus possibility of participants being able to bring their own well-behaved dogs to class. The facility, Balance Point Training and Wellness Center, teaches a holistic perspective about “the synergy between mental, physical, and emotional health, ensuring a truly balanced partnership between you and your equine companion.”  Please join us in learning about health, balance and partnership with animal companions in Reno this coming spring!    Tuition  - $350

Discounted hotel class rate of $139 per night at the Reno Hyatt Place  / 13959 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89511 ( pet- friendly). Reservation required no later than 30 days in advance.

Organizer - Chelsey Robison <chelsey.robison@gmail.com> / (208) 530-2202 

9-12 July, 2026 4-day course in the Netherlands

This year Adele will be coming to the Netherlands again, from 9 to 12 July in Stramproy.

These courses are open to all interested parties, even without prior knowledge of Jin Shin Jyutsu. This course is given in English, with Dutch translation.

We are very happy to welcome Adele Leas again at Stichting Dierenthoes Hurmes in Stramproy (municipality of Weert, the Netherlands). This location has various animal species with which you can practice: horses, dogs, cats and sheep.

From the website of Dierenthoes (https://hurmesdierenthoes.nl/): “We are Stichting Hurmes Dierenthoes and we have a clear goal: a forever home animal shelter for underprivileged animals that can no longer find a home in society because of their health, disability or behaviour. Or simply because no one wants them anymore. And we have succeeded quite well, currently about 300 animals have found their place with us and can count on a lot of love, attention and expert care from us and our volunteers. Always with respect for the special needs of the animal itself. Whether it is an extra cuddle (or not), a soft mattress, special food or medication, it makes no difference to us. And once at Hurmes, these animals never have to leave. They have found their forever home.” Practical information:

• Location: Stichting Hurmes Dierenthoes, Lochtstraat 22, 6039 RV Stramproy (NL.)

For more information and registration:

Lidi Pijfers

Beukenhorst 59a

3972 HD Driebergen

e-mail:lidipijfers1966@gmail.com, mobile: 0(031)6-42812855

4 daagse cursus in Nederland

Deze cursussen zijn toegankelijk voor alle geïnteresseerden, ook zonder voorafgaande kennis van Jin Shin Jyutsu. Deze cursus wordt gegeven in het Engels, met Nederlandse vertaling.

Wij zijn heel blij Adele Leas weer te mogen ontvangen bij Stichting Dierenthoes Hurmes in Stramproy (gemeente Weert, Nederland). Deze locatie heeft verschillende diersoorten waarmee geoefend kan worden: paarden, honden, katten en schapen. 

Van de website van het Dierenthoes (https://hurmesdierenthoes.nl/): “Wij zijn Stichting Hurmes Dierenthoes en we hebben een duidelijk doel: een forever home dierenopvang voor kansarme dieren die in de maatschappij geen thuis meer kunnen vinden vanwege hun gezondheid, handicap of gedrag. Of gewoon omdat niemand hen meer wil hebben. En dat is aardig gelukt, momenteel hebben zo’n 300 dieren bij ons hun plekje gevonden en kunnen rekenen op veel liefde, aandacht en deskundige verzorging van ons en onze vrijwilligers. Altijd met respect voor de speciale behoeftes van het dier zelf. Of het nu een extra knuffel is (of juist niet), een zacht matrasje, speciale voeding of medicatie, dat maakt bij ons geen verschil. En eenmaal bij Hurmes, dan hoeven deze dieren nooit meer weg. Ze hebben hun forever home gevonden.” Praktische gegevens:

• Locatie: Stichting Hurmes Dierenthoes, Lochtstraat 22, 6039 RV Stramproy (NL.)

Voor meer informatie en aanmelden:

Lidi Pijfers 

Beukenhorst 59a

3972 HD Driebergen

e-mail:lidipijfers1966@gmail.com, mobiel: 0(031)6-42812855

July 15-19, 2026   Aeugst am Albis, Switzerland   A class to look forward to all year long!  This 5-day class allows for a deep, immersive exploration of Jin Shin Jyutsu for you and your animals!  In English with both French and German translation.

We are happy to offer the practical part of this class in Aeugst am Albis at the animal sanctuary of Ivo Zürcher, www.gnadenhof-hodel.com. The animal sanctuary is currently home to 9 horses, 3 donkeys, 20 dogs, 12 cats, 6 pigs, 4 peacocks, turkeys, geese, ducks and pigeons, who are allowed to live freely together in their own rhythm and according to their nature. Directions will be provided in the registration confirmation. Please contact the organizer if you have questions. 

Limited spaces for participants.

After receipt of your registration you will receive a confirmation letter with the details, bank references and directions to arrive at the class location and a list with accommodations nearby.

Your space will be reserved at our receipt of your payment, you will receive the bank reference for your transfer after your registration.

For further information and registration please contact the organizer

Sonja J. Müller, Seeplatz 1, 6374 Buochs,

Mobile +41 (0)79 716 72 86, www.sonjamueller.ch, mail@sonjamueller.ch

Einen Kurs auf den wir uns das ganze Jahr über freuen können! Dieser fünftägige Kurs ermöglicht Ihnen und Ihren Tieren eine tiefe, umfassende Erkundung des Jin Shin Jyutsu! 

Wir freuen uns, diesen Kurs auf dem Gnadenhof von Ivo Zürcher, www.gnadenhof-hodel.com in Aeugst am

Albis anbieten zu dürfen. Auf dem Gnadenhof wohnen zur Zeit 9 Pferde, 3 Esel, 20 Hunde, 12 Katzen, 6 Schweine, 4 Pfaue, Truthähne, Gänse, Enten und Tauben, die in ihrem eigenen Rhythmus und ihrer Naturentsprechend frei miteinander leben dürfen. 

Limitierte Teilnehmerzahl.

Nach Eingang Ihrer Anmeldung erhalten Sie eine Bestätigung mit den Kursdetails, den Bankreferenzen, einer

Wegbeschreibung und einer Liste mit Übernachtungsmöglichkeiten.

Dieser Kurs wird auf Deutsch und Französisch übersetzt - bitte  nehmen Sie Kontakt auf mit der Organisatorin Sonja J. Müller,Seeplatz 1, CH-6374 Buochs, Mobile +41 (0)79 716 72 86, www.sonjamueller.ch, mail@sonjamueller.ch für alle Informationen auf Deutsch und Französisch.

Ce stage set traduit en allemand et également en français. Veuillez contacter l’organisatrice Sonja J. Müller, Seeplatz 1, CH-6374 Buochs, Mobile +41 (0)79 716 72 86, www.sonjamueller.ch, mail@sonjamueller.ch pour obtenir toutes les informations en allemand et en français.

July 25, 2026–July 26, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Location: Gestüt Mühlhagen, 

        Mühlhagen 3, 

        82418 Riegsee

In both German and English

An introductory course for all levels of experience in Jin Shin Jyutsu. No prior knowledge is necessary, and participants will have the opportunity to work with horses, dogs, and cats.

We can finally look forward to Adele Leas teaching in Germany again. Together with her faculty member Simone Dericks, she will be teaching Jin Shin Jyutsu for animals at an idyllic stud farm near Murnau this summer. Surrounded by mountain panoramas and nature, you will learn about this gentle healing art and apply it in practice. Horses, dogs, and cats will be there too. This weekend offers you the opportunity to get to know this gentle healing art. In the theoretical part, we will learn the basics of Jin Shin Jyutsu. We will practice self-help and, of course, Jin Shin Jyutsu with the animals. The animals at the stud farm are used to Jin Shin Jyutsu and always enjoy their treatments. We look forward to welcoming you to the Bavarian Alps in the summer and going on a journey of discovery with us. A journey that creates a deep, harmonious connection with your furry friends and supports them on a physical, mental, and spiritual level.

2 Tageskurs mit Adele in Murnau am Staffelsee, Deutschland

Termin: 25.07.2026.26.07.2026

Uhrzeit: 09.00-17.00 Uhr

Ort: Gestüt Mühlhagen, 

        Mühlhagen 3, 

        82418 Riegsee

Ein Einführungskurs für alle Erfahrungsstufen im Jin Shin Jyutsu, Vorkenntnisse sind nicht notwendig und der Möglichkeit, mit Pferden, Hunden und Katzen zu arbeiten..

Endlich können wir uns darauf freuen, dass Adele Leas wieder in Deutschland unterrichten wird. Gemeinsam mit ihrer Lehrkraft Simone Dericks wird sie im Sommer Jin Shin Jyutsu für Tiere auf einem idyllischen Gestüt bei Murnau unterrichten. Inmitten von Bergpanorama und Natur lernt Ihr diese sanfte Heilkunst kennen und wendet sie praktisch an. Mit dabei sind Pferde, Hunde und Katzen. 

Dieses Wochenende bietet Euch die Gelegenheit, diese sanfte Heilkunst kennenzulernen. Im theoretischen Teil lernen wir die Grundlagen des Jin Shin Jyutsu kennen. Wir werden an uns Selbsthilfe üben und natürlich auch Jin Shin Jyutsu mit den Tieren praktizieren. Die Tiere auf dem Gestüt sind an Jin Shin Jyutsu gewöhnt und geniessen ihre Behandlungen immer wieder gerne. Wir freuen uns, Euch im Sommer im bayrischen Alpenland begrüßen zu dürfen und mit uns gemeinsam auf eine Entdeckungsreise geht. Eine Reise, die eine tiefe, harmonische Verbindung zu Euren Fellnasen schafft und sie unterstützt auf Körper-, Geist- und Seelenebene...

For more information: 

Simone Dericks /

Our 3rd Class at Muddy Paws

September 11-13, 2026

Adele will teach a 3-day in-person, multi-species "Jin Shin Jyutsu for Animal Companions" class at Muddy Paws Farm Rescue in Southampton, New Jersey. What a great way to celebrate the end of summer and help lots of different animal species.  

The Rescue is dedicated to rescuing farm animals who are neglected, abused, bound for slaughter or just for those needing a new forever home. We will share JSJ-love with over 100 farm animals including horses, donkeys, dogs, goats, cattle, chickens, geese, roosters, turkeys, peacocks, sheep and cats -along with self-help and study.   

When: September 11, 12, 13 (Friday-Sunday) Where: Muddy Paws Farm Rescue 17 Retreat Road, Southampton, New Jersey 08088  

October 8–11, 2026

There’s something special about learning Jin Shin Jyutsu in a place where the work has been lived, practiced, and loved for many years. This four-day immersive class returns to Alaqua Animal Refuge, Adele’s long-time home base on Florida’s Emerald Coast, where the Art naturally unfolds through connection with the animals.

The beautiful 100 acres of Alaqua Animal Refuge provide a rich, living classroom where the Art of Jin Shin Jyutsu comes alive through direct, heart-centered experiences with the animals.

Through classroom instruction, guided self-help, and hands-on practice with Alaqua’s dogs, cats, horses, donkeys, goats, and tortoises—who live at the refuge while waiting for their forever families—students experience Jin Shin Jyutsu as a living, breathing practice: a way of living with animals.

If you’re longing for a deeper bond with animals and a meaningful way to support their balance and well-being, this class is for you. The class is open to students new to the Art as well as long-time practitioners. It also counts toward the multi-species requirement for certification in JSJ for Your Animal Companions.

Recorded Saturday December 16, 2023