Ayurveda is one of the most remarkable holistic medical systems in the world. It covers all aspects of health and well-being: physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. It includes all methods of healing from diet, herbs, exercise and lifestyle regimens to yogic practices and meditation. - Dr. David Frawley
We are beyond honoured to welcome Dr. Ravindra Gangwani for a 2-day training in AYURVEDIC ABHYANGA MASSAGE (September 29/30), as well as an evening of conversations around Ayurveda called ‘Life is All about Balance’ (September 22nd) here @theyogabarndevon.
What is Ayurvedic Massage (Abhyanga)?
Techniques and Principles of
Ayurveda, the ancient healing science from India, has always utilised massage as a part of its regimens for healing. From an Ayurvedic perspective, different forms of massage are useful to different people. The form of massage utilised is based upon a person’s constitution and imbalance.
One’s constitution is the inherent balance of energies in his or her body and mind.
In Ayurveda these are quantified in the understanding of the doshas. There are three doshas known as vata, pitta, and kapha. These three energies control the formation and functions of the body on the physical and emotional levels. In harmony, the body is healthy, but as the doshas/three energies move out of harmony the body expresses itself in the form of disease. Each individual has their own unique balance of these energies. As a result each individual expresses himself differently in the world.
The therapy of Ayurvedic Abhyanga is designed to balance the five elements which in turn balances the three Body Humours/Energies: Vata, Pitta and Kapha.
This training will be done in three steps:
1) Lectures
2) Practical Demonstration of the Therapy
3) Individual Practice.
Each participant will be provided with the Therapy Notes/ manual.
What to bring:
light lunch/ snacks
(hot and cold drinks will be provided)
3 towels
Notebook and pen
If you are a massage therapist and are able to bring your own couch, please let us know as this will be very helpful.
Ayurvedic Abhyanga Massage training
September 29th & 30th
Friday/ Saturday
9.30 - 5 pm
( this training is certified by Dr. Ravindra’s Centre in Poona, India )
cost: £199
(includes tuition, manual & certificate)
&
Intro to Ayurveda: Life is All About Balance
Sept 22nd
Friday
7 - 9 pm
cost: £24
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