International Association
of Infant
Massage
Educational Conference
and General Assembly
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Sponsors
Keynote Speakers
General Information
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Accessibility
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How to Book
International Versions of the Booking form
Case Study
We would like to thank our sponsoring organisations who are kindly supporting this event.
Platinum Sponsors
Viale Franchini 24 * 16167 Genova * Italy * Tel. +39 010 3291044 * Fax +39 010 3298007
E-mail infantmassage.service@gmail.com * CF/P. IVA 03722410101
Silver Sponsors
Keynote Speakers Saturday 9th October
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Sir Richard Bowlby
Richard Bowlby qualified in medical and scientific photography in 1968. He retired in 1999 to spend his time studying the work of his father, John Bowlby, the pioneer researcher on the impact of early attachment relationships between parents and their young children. Richard actively promotes a wider understanding of the rapidly growing body
of attachment research and is in touch with many attachment workers and their |
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Dr.Suzanne
Zeedyk
Completed her PhD at Yale University (USA) in 1994. She is now a senior lecturer at the University of Dundee, Scotland. Research interests include Parent-Infant Interaction and Communication. Suzanne is the author of many research papers, journal articles and her third book is under review. |
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Dr. Karl
Heinz Brisch
Dr. Karl Heinz Brisch is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist – Adult Psychiatrist and Neurologist and a Psychoanalyst. Author of the book “ Treating Attachment Disorders – From Theory to Therapy”. He is currently the Head of Department of Paediatric Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy at the Children’s Hospital at the Ludwig- Maximilians- University of Munich – Germany |
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Sylvie Hétu
"Vimala's Spirit, the Essence and the Growth of IAIM." |
Keynote Speakers Sunday 10th October |
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Sally Goddard Blythe MSc. FRSA
Sally Goddard Blythe MSc.FRSA, is a Consultant in Neuro-developmental Education and Director of The Institute for Neuro-Physiological Psychology (INPP) in Chester. INPP was established as a private research, clinical and training organisation in 1975, dedicated to the development of assessment procedures to identify underlying physical factors in specific learning difficulties and adults suffering from anxiety and panic disorder and to the development of effective remediation |
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Sue Gerhardt Educated at Newnham College, Cambridge, in the 1970s. She now lives in Oxford, England where she is a practising psychoanalytic psychotherapist. She works with the Oxford Parent Infant Project (OXPIP), which she co-founded in 1998. This charitable organisation provides parent infant psychotherapy to families. She is the author of “Why love Matters.” |
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Koichi Negayama Koichi is a Professor of Developmental Psychology at the Waseda University,Toyko. His current research project involves observing tactile interactions between infants and mothers/caretakers both in the UK and in Japan. The research focuses on the biological and cultural sides of inter-body relationship among them, and in particular what is considered to be the ideal contact within a particular culture. |
Doors open for registration at 16.00 on Friday 8th October 2010.
At this time there will be an opportunity to see a number of our chapter’s colourful presentations showing how infant massage is represented in their country. The international DVD will also be showing on a loop system.
The opening session of networking, canapés and entertainment will begin at 18.30. in the Tower suite of this prestigious hotel with unique views of the River Thames and Tower Bridge.
OPEN TO ALL. Small charge for members and non- members not attending the Educational Conference.
Educational Conference: OPEN TO ALL Sessions on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th October will begin at 09.15. Registration at 08.30
The educational conference will conclude at 17.30 on Sunday 10th October
The General Assembly will be on Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th October from 09.00 – 17.00 each day. Open to IAIM members ONLY.
£15 as refreshments and lunch are included.
Jump to topThe International Educational Conference and General Assembly will be held at the spectacular Tower Guoman Hotel, Tower Bridge LONDON UK.
Commanding spectacular views of the Thames and overlooking one of London's most carefully restored areas - St. Katharine's Dock, with its colourful yachts, boutiques, bridges and walkways - this strikingly modern, fully air conditioned hotel is in a unique location on the north bank of the River Thames next to Tower Bridge and the Tower of London.
Jump to topAll Catering is included in the price, except evening meals. Banquet charged separately.
Friday evening reception of drinks and canapés and entertainment is FREE to IAIM members and non-members attending the conference. £20 for members and non- members not attending the Educational Conference.
Educational Conference: REFRESHMENTS and LUNCH is included within the ticket price.
GENERAL ASSEMBLEY £15 for the provision of refreshments and lunch.
For members attending the 2 day GA only, (and not the conference) the cost will be £50 .
Air
From London Heathrow, take the Heathrow Express or Piccadilly Underground into London (Change at South Kensington ) and then follow the underground directions (see below) to the hotel. Alternatively, London City Airport is 6 miles away.
From Gatwick Airport, take the Gatwick express or other fast train services into London Victoria. Then follow underground directions below.
NB. Non- express services will be signifcantly cheaper.
Rail
Fenchurch Street is 0.5 miles away.
Underground: Take the District or Circle Underground line to Tower Hill Station. Exit the station via the entrance on the left, go down steps and through the subway. Turn left out of the subway, walking past the Tower of London. Take the subway under the next road, turn right and then follow signs for The Tower
Road
Head for Tower Bridge. Drive towards Tower Bridge as if crossing to the south of the river, straight over the first set of lights and do a U-turn at 2nd set of lights. After the traffic light controlled junction, turn left immediately into St Katherine's Way and The Tower hotel, London is at the end. There are 120 car parking spaces available under the hotel at an additional charge. (Parking on a first come basis)
Guoman Tower Hotel
http://www.guoman.com/hotels/united_kingdom/london/the_tower/index.html
The Tower is a uniquely calm and tranquil place to stay in. Inspired by the slow roll of the Thames just outside, this 4 star London hotel provides a feeling of serenity and peace, away from the bustle of London and the City. The hotel offers a range of bedrooms, suites and apartments.
Single rooms (Bed and Breakfast)
£100 per room, per night, per person Friday/Saturday/Sunday
£160 per room, per night, per person Monday / Tuesday/ Wednesday/ Thursday
Twin/double room (Bed and Breakfast)
£110 Friday/Saturday and Sunday
£170 Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
Triple room is (Bed and Breakfast)
£120 Friday/Saturday/Sunday,
£180 Monday / Tuesday/ Wednesday/ Thursday.
Reference to book INTE061010 Contact Jackie or Stephanie tel: 0871 977 2299
+44(0) 871 977 2299 or email
Groups.Tower@Guoman.co.uk
There is a range of other local hotels or apartments within walking distance for a list please email ga2010@iaim.org.uk. For non- UK residents enquiries for accommodation in local CIMI`s homes please email your request to alison@hodgkinson.com
We aim to ensure that the IAIM International conference is accessible to everyone.
There is a lift for wheelchair users and level access once
in the Conference suite
We aim to have conference interpreters for French, Spanish and
Italian (other languages is dependant on numbers)
In order to help us provide the right level of service, we ask that you advise us of any special requirements on the booking form.
Jump to topALL conference prices include refreshments and lunches on ALL days
| Ticket Type | Date | UK and European Rates Member | UK and European Rates Non- member | Rest of World rates Member | Rest of World rates Non-Member |
| Friday evening reception | 8th October | £20 unless attending Educational Conference | £20 unless attending Educational Conference | £20 unless attending Educational Conference | £20 unless attending Educational Conference |
| Full Conference and General Assembly |
9th/10th/11th/12th October | £290 | N/A | £220 | N/A |
| Educational Conference | 9th/10th October | £275 | £295 | £220 | £240 |
| Educational Conference |
9th October limited number | £150 | £180 | N/A | N/A |
| Educational Conference
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10th October limited number | £150 | £180 | N/A | N/A |
| EVENING BANQUET and ENTERTAINMENT | 9th October 18.30 - midnight | £50 | £50 | £50 | £50 |
| General Assembly | 11th/12th October | £50 | £50 | £50 | £50 |
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Book online
Click here to go to the shop to book your GA place
Book by post
Simply complete the booking form and return with a cheque made payable to:
IAIM UK Chapter GA account and send to
Noratiah Wadsworth (Financial Controller)
International Association of Infant Massage UK Chapter
Registered Office Address: Unit 10 Marlborough Business Centre,
96 George Lane, South Woodford, London E18 1AD
By BACS
Please contact the office for account details
ga2010@iaim.org.uk
International Versions of the Booking form
Italian Booking Form
French Booking Form
Spanish Booking Form
BOOKING CONDITIONS
Payment must be made at the time of registering.
Either one off payment or early bird instalment offer. To take advantage of the 'Pay Now, Pay 2nd half before 6th August' offer, and still qualify for early bird discount - payment must be made by either BACS or cheque. The first payment must be made before 7th May 2010.
Cancellation policy.
If you are unable to attend the conference, you may cancel up to 28 days before the event. A booking fee of £25 will be forfeited. Refunds of the balance must be requested in writing before 10th September 2010. Unfortunately after this date no refunds can be given. All refunds will be made by cheque in UK Pounds.
In accordance with the UK 1998 Data Protection Act, we will hold your details to provide you with any updates. If you do not wish to be kept informed of any updates, please contact ga2010@iaim.org.uk
By filling in the booking you accept that your name, Town, Country and email address will be published in the delegate list in the Conference literature.
If you do not wish you details to appear in this list please contact ga2010@iaim.org.uk
Your details will not be available for sale or use by any third party.
Please note that International Association (UK Chapter) is a company limited by guarantee (No 6832002)
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To help in our sponsorship and to collate evaluations of the IAIM programme worldwide, we invite everyone to share an anonymous case history from their classes.
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