This is a six day practical course with online modules. It covers the theory and practical training of all the main Ayurvedic massages and therapies. This is a course designed for people who want to become Ayurvedic massage therapists. CPD points are available.
The theory and techniques of various types of Ayurvedic massages.
Origin and progess of Ayurveda
The 5 Element Theory and how it relates us to the world
Marma points, Nadhis and Chakras
The Tridosha (energies) theory – Vata, Pitta & Kapha
How to work out the constitution of the body
Diseases related to the 3 Doshas – Vata, Pitta & Kapha
Marma Points, where they are and what they do
Contra indications of Marma massage
You will learn how to do the following massages:
Aurvedic Head Massage
Ayurvedic Back Massage
Ayurvedic Hand and Arm Massage
Ayurvedic Stomach Massage
Ayurvedic Face Lift Massage
Ayurvedic Ear Massage
Shirodhara: Oil poured on forehead for relaxation, headaches and stress
Padabhanga (Foot and leg massage) Relaxing foot and leg massage using specific massaging points
Uvartana (potli massage): Massage with small linen bags filled with specially prepared heated mixture of grains. To help lose weight
Pishinchhali: Oil is squeezed with linen over the body and the body is massaged with a bolus wrapped in cloth to penetrate. For pain relief
Pinda Swedana (potli massage): Massage with small linen bags filled with specially prepared heated mixture of herbs, grains and medicated oils. For pain relief and slimming
Outcome of the course:
Learn advanced techniques that you can use in your own work place
Learn about the different oils and herbal preparations used in these techniques
Learn basic Ayurveda constitutions, which you can use for the better health of yourself and your clients
Cost of course: £799
