*Workshop will be cancelled if 2 person minimum is not met one week prior to the event, and workshop participants will be notified.
The introduction to Ayurvedic Body Therapies class is designed to provide an insightful overview of the ancient Indian system of medicine known as Ayurveda. This class aims to introduce participants to the fundamental principles of Ayurveda, its holistic approach to health and well-being, and the potential benefits it offers.
Ayurveda Overview: The class will begin with a brief historical background of Ayurveda, explaining its origins and its significance as one of the world's oldest holistic healing systems.
The introduction to Ayurvedic Body Therapies class is designed to provide an insightful overview of the ancient Indian system of medicine known as Ayurveda. This class aims to introduce participants to the fundamental principles of Ayurveda, its holistic approach to health and well-being, and the potential benefits it offers.
What We Will Cover
Theory
Basic introduction to the theory of the treatments
Treatments as Traditiional Ayurvedic Prescriptions
Indications/Contraindications
What therapies are appropriate for Day spa setting vs Clinical
Why Oil?
Oil Energetics Overview
Introduction with Demonstration
Abhyanga - Warm oil massage targeting the lymphatic and nervous system (plus so much more!)
Shirodhara - Balanced mind therapy targeting the nervous and endocrine system
Swedana - Herbal Steam Cocoon
Garshana - Dry skin exfoliation with raw silk gloves (safe for psoriasis)
Marma Therapy & Pranic Healing - Ayurvedic Acupressure & Pranic Healing (similar to Reiki)