Abhyanga – Ayurveda’s Signature Massage - Module 1

An intensive 4 day theory and hands-on practical Ayurvedic massage course

This gentle, choreographed, rhythmic massage uses a variety of techniques to enhance skin tone, detoxify and revitalise the entire body to induce deep relaxation. On this course, you will gain a good understanding of Ayurveda’s key principles and the importance of identification of the individual’s body constitution (dosha analysis). This is necessary to perform an authentic Ayurvedic massage. It is the correct use of medicinal plants and oils customised to individual constitution that sets this form of massage apart from other methods.

You will learn how to select the appropriate herbalised Ayurvedic oil to suit the needs of the individual. You will also be taught how to identify key marma points at various locations on the body and stimulate these vital energy points in the correct way.

Although this course is largely hands-on, there is a certain level of classroom instruction necessary for you to perform authentic, effective Ayurvedic massage.

Duration: 4 days       Cost: £500 including VAT and study materials   Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 8th - 11th February 2011 (Tuesday to Friday)

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Abhyanga – Ayurveda’s Signature Massage - Module 2

An intensive hands-on practical workshop

This workshop is intended for those who have successfully completed Module 1 to come back and refine their technique under the close supervision of our instructors. You may already have implemented your skills from Module 1 on clients and may have questions, or simply want additional practice and advice before you offer the treatment to your clients.

We also welcome students who have trained elsewhere, but want to consolidate their knowledge in this intensive hands-on practical workshop.

Duration: 2 days        Cost: £225 including VAT       Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 15th - 16th February 2011 (Tuesday & Wednesday)

Shiroabhyanga – Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage is immensely popular and needs no introduction. This treatment is beneficial not only for stress-related conditions but also for the health and beauty of hair. This intensive workshop will teach you how to select the appropriate oil for the individual’s hair constitution and condition and perform an authentic, traditional Ayurvedic head massage. You will learn how to identify and stimulate the key marma points (energy centres) located in the head.

Duration: 1 day    Cost: £100 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 27th February 2011 (Sunday)



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Insight into Ayurveda

This intensive, interactive workshop will give you an excellent understanding of the basic concepts of what Ayurveda is, and most importantly, how you can incorporate them into your daily life in order to lead a truly healthy life. Includes a delicious Ayurvedic lunch.

Duration: 1 day       Cost: £85 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 6th March 2011 (Sunday)



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Pindasveda – Hot Poultice De-Stress Massage

This indulgent Ayurvedic massage will be a winner with your clients. Poultices containing beneficial herbs are used to gently stimulate and foment localised areas to relieve aches and pains. On this workshop, you will learn how to perform this massage as well as select herbs for a variety of conditions.

Duration: 1 day       Cost: £125 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 13th March 2011 (Sunday)



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Shirodhara – Ayurveda's blissful oil flow treatment

Shirodhara offers one of the most relaxing and calming experiences available, It is particularly beneficial for stress and stress-related disorders, insomnia and headache. On the course, you will learn not only the technique for shirodhara but also how to analyse your client’s body constitution (dosha type), and enhance this treatment through stimulating marma points (energy centres).

Duration: 1 day    Cost: £125 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 20th March 2011 (Sunday)



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Udvartana – Ayurveda’s Cellulite-Busting Powder Massage

This unique treatment uses powdered herbs to reduce excess subcutaneous fat as well as exfoliate and condition the skin to leave it feeling wonderful. This treatment is guaranteed to be a hit with your clients. On this workshop, you will learn how to perform the massage, select the correct herbs and much more.

Duration: 1 day       Cost: £125 including VAT and study materials    Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 27th March 2011 (Sunday)

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MukhAbhyanga - Ayurvedic Face Lift Massage

The famous Ayurvedic Facelift Massage is a treatment that combines ancient theory with a practical approach using various herbal substances to achieve remarkable results. This helps to improve circulation, tonify and nourish the skin, improve complexion and slow down the ageing process. It is a very popular treatment that enables the recipient to feel beautifully at peace. On this workshop, you will learn the techniques for achieving the best results.

Duration: 1 day        Cost: £125 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 3rd April 2011 (Sunday)

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PadAbhyanga – Ayurvedic Foot Massage

This traditional treatment awakens the vital energy areas through stimulation of the marma points in the recipient’s soles, feet, calves and shins. This workshop will teach you how to perform this delightful and therapeutic massage leaving the recipient relaxed and “lighter”.

Duration: 1 day        Cost: £100 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.


Date: 10th April 2011 (Sunday)

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Shiroabhyanga – Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage is immensely popular and needs no introduction. This treatment is beneficial not only for stress-related conditions but also for the health and beauty of hair. This intensive workshop will teach you how to select the appropriate oil for the individual’s hair constitution and condition and perform an authentic, traditional Ayurvedic head massage. You will learn how to identify and stimulate the key marma points (energy centres) located in the head.

Duration: 1 day    Cost: £100 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 17th April 2011 (Sunday)



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Abhyanga – Ayurveda’s Signature Massage - Module 1

An intensive 4 day theory and hands-on practical Ayurvedic massage course

This gentle, choreographed, rhythmic massage uses a variety of techniques to enhance skin tone, detoxify and revitalise the entire body to induce deep relaxation. On this course, you will gain a good understanding of Ayurveda’s key principles and the importance of identification of the individual’s body constitution (dosha analysis). This is necessary to perform an authentic Ayurvedic massage. It is the correct use of medicinal plants and oils customised to individual constitution that sets this form of massage apart from other methods.

You will learn how to select the appropriate herbalised Ayurvedic oil to suit the needs of the individual. You will also be taught how to identify key marma points at various locations on the body and stimulate these vital energy points in the correct way.

Although this course is largely hands-on, there is a certain level of classroom instruction necessary for you to perform authentic, effective Ayurvedic massage.

Duration: 4 days       Cost: £500 including VAT and study materials   Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 26th - 29th April 2011 (Tuesday to Friday)

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Abhyanga – Ayurveda’s Signature Massage - Module 2

An intensive hands-on practical workshop

This workshop is intended for those who have successfully completed Module 1 to come back and refine their technique under the close supervision of our instructors. You may already have implemented your skills from Module 1 on clients and may have questions, or simply want additional practice and advice before you offer the treatment to your clients.

We also welcome students who have trained elsewhere, but want to consolidate their knowledge in this intensive hands-on practical workshop.

Duration: 2 days        Cost: £225 including VAT       Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 3rd - 4th May 2011 (Tuesday & Wednesday)

Shirodhara – Ayurveda's blissful oil flow treatment

Shirodhara offers one of the most relaxing and calming experiences available, It is particularly beneficial for stress and stress-related disorders, insomnia and headache. On the course, you will learn not only the technique for shirodhara but also how to analyse your client’s body constitution (dosha type), and enhance this treatment through stimulating marma points (energy centres).

Duration: 1 day    Cost: £125 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 15th May 2011 (Sunday)



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MukhAbhyanga - Ayurvedic Face Lift Massage

The famous Ayurvedic Facelift Massage is a treatment that combines ancient theory with a practical approach using various herbal substances to achieve remarkable results. This helps to improve circulation, tonify and nourish the skin, improve complexion and slow down the ageing process. It is a very popular treatment that enables the recipient to feel beautifully at peace. On this workshop, you will learn the techniques for achieving the best results.

Duration: 1 day        Cost: £125 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 22nd May 2011 (Sunday)

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Pindasveda – Hot Poultice De-Stress Massage

This indulgent Ayurvedic massage will be a winner with your clients. Poultices containing beneficial herbs are used to gently stimulate and foment localised areas to relieve aches and pains. On this workshop, you will learn how to perform this massage as well as select herbs for a variety of conditions.

Duration: 1 day       Cost: £125 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 29th May 2011 (Sunday)



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ShiroAbhyanga – Indian Head Massage Course

Indian Head Massage is immensely popular and needs no introduction. This treatment is beneficial not only for stress-related conditions but also for the health and beauty of hair. This intensive workshop will teach you how to select the appropriate oil for the individual’s hair constitution and condition and perform an authentic, traditional Ayurvedic head massage. You will learn how to identify and stimulate the key marma points (energy centres) located in the head.

Duration: 1 day    Cost: £100 including VAT and study materials     Location: Ayurveda Retreat, Reading.

Date: 5th June 2011 (Sunday)



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