The S.T.A. was founded in 1995 by the members of the S.O.T.E.S., which in turn was founded in 1990.
S.O.T.E.S. was dedicated to encouraging public awareness of Shiatsu and other Oriental therapies by offering a forum to a small but active community of practitioners at the time.
As other Oriental therapies were forming their own individual associations, and as most S.O.T.E.S. members were Shiatsu practitioners, the association was dissolved and re-incorporated as the S.T.A.
In this process, higher standards and guidelines were established to better represent the qualifications of our practicing members.
All members are invited to meet annually and are encouraged to participate regularly in discussions to resolve issues and further promote Shiatsu and the association.
The STA Board of Directors is made up of a group of volunteer members who meet regularly to ensure that policies and procedures are being adhered to.
They also work to promote and educate the community about Shiatsu and its many benefits.