Welcome to the Watsu India Website
The Watsu India Aquatic Bodywork Institute is a trade-marked WABA (Worldwide Aquatic Bodywork Association) organization, located close to Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, India. We are dedicated to spreading Watsu® and other aquatic bodywork modalities within India by offering training programs to Indian and international students.
Welcome to our newly updated website! Here, you’ll find everything from our detailed course calendar to valuable resources, FAQs, and insights into Watsu® and other aquatic bodywork modalities. Whether you're a curious beginner or have already started your journey in water, this site is designed to support and guide your journey.
Story of Watsu
WATSU® (Water Shiatsu), began in the 1980s in a warm pool at Harbin Hot Springs, when Harold Dull started floating people while applying the stretches and principles of the Zen Shiatsu he had studied in Japan.
Over the years, with the help of countless others in courses, clinics, and spas around the world, Watsu has evolved into what many consider the most profound development in bodywork in our time and the world's first form of Aquatic Bodywork.
WATSU® practiced in a warm water pool (ideally 35° C) promotes deep relaxation by calming the sympathetic and boosting the parasympathetic nervous systems. It is therapeutically effective for neuromuscular injuries, stress, chronic pain, and special needs. The combination of warm water, unconditional support, and a holistic approach to treating the body fosters a safe environment for individuals to connect with all levels of their being.
Watsu India
Watsu IndiaTM - Aquatic Bodywork Institute was constituted in 2000 with the vision to spread Watsu® and other aquatic bodywork modalities within India by offering Indian and international students the possibility to discover this beautiful healing therapy.
Watsu India is an association of internationally recognized teachers and certified practitioners providing a professional learning program with highly qualified teachers from India and abroad.
In collaboration with the worldwide Aquatic Bodywork Association WABA, Watsu India offers autonomously its own complete professional education program, recognized by WABA.
Watsu India is in partnership with ATNI (Aquatic Therapy Network of India), a professional network of certified physiotherapists who are highly experienced, skilled, and specialized in water-based rehabilitation. The network promotes water-based therapy through education, clinical skills, research, publications, study days, workshops, and courses.
" The lessons from Aquatic Bodywork courses with Watsu India extend well beyond the water. It has transformed how I connect with friends, family, and corporate clients—rooting my approach in ease, flow, and mindfulness.
Challenges that once felt overwhelming now feel like natural currents to navigate, guided by positive intention.
This journey through water has become my compass, inspiring me to lead with empathy, adapt with grace, and support others in their personal and professional growth. "
Aswin Sethuraman