FEB 2025 Intake- Aldinga South Australia

* Installment payment options available with Afterpay. Early Bird Special ends Nov 1st 2024

Abhyanga is a rejuvenating full-body massage that incorporates medicated oils specific to the unique constitution of the individual and the season. It is particularly effective to stimulate and strengthen the lymphatic system, pacify the nervous system, optimise blood circulation, enhance the body’s innate detox mechanisms, internally lubricate, and much more.

Over the past 7 years we have had many therapists, clients and body-work students ask to learn these unique ancient techniques of Abhyanga, so Lydia has decided to offer her valued knowledge across a combined online & in person course, which includes:

Two compulsory online lectures via Zoom

Tues 18th & 25th February 6.30pm ADST (120mins)

proceeded by:

2-day Weekend intensive workshop in Aldinga-South Australia on March 1st & 2nd 2025 - 8.30am-4.30pm

*Morning Tea & Lunch will be provided.

(Sattvic Plant based meals)

** Plus each day starts with 30min meditation & yoga class

Students will be taught the following syallbus & practical skills

1 The basic principles of ayurveda philosophy

2. What specialised herbal oils to use for what dosha and conditions

3. All the practical aspects of setting up table and room and equipment for abhyanga massage

4. Marma therapy for specific areas of body

5. Authentic rhythmic sequenced stokes and techniques to perform a 1 1/2 hour abhyanga massage

6 How to perform massage according to clients body type

7 . The benefits to body mind and spirit

8. The contraindications of abhyanga

9. How to incorporate steam therapy with essential oils at end of treatment to assist oils to penetrate deeper

There are three main components to a full Abhyanga which you will be taught:

1. Shiro Abhyanga (Head Massage)

2. Mukha Abhyanga (Face Massage)

3. Abhyanga (Body Massage)

This course will be the initial foundation towards continuing to learn other Ayurvedic body therapies such as Pinda Sweda- Herbal Bolus Massage, Shirodara, Back Bastis treatments and more Ayurvedic body therapies.

* This course is created for Practitioners, such as Massage & Body Work therapists.

It is not a Government certified course and does not provide you with a license to practice any type of body therapy.

PDF course manual on the Theory and Principles of Ayurveda and Abhyanga Massage covering the following information:

Ayurveda principles and philosophy

Doshas questionnaire.

Qualities and properties oils used.

History, contra-indications, benefits, client forms and timings for massage

Practical moves and techniques of Abhyanga Massage.

FAQS

Q: Who is the course for?

A: This course is for all new/aspiring body therapists and people who already have experience practicing any type of body therapy.

Q: Do I need to be experienced in Ayurveda or other body therapies?

A: No, we welcome all different levels of experience both in all body therapies & Ayurveda.

Q: Will I receive a certification after finishing the course?

A: Yes, upon completion of the course you will be eligible for a Port Elliot Wellness certificate of completion where we credit you as a skilled Abhyanga body therapist.

Note this is NOT a government-certified accreditation, this is only recognised by Port Elliot Wellness and determines that you are capable of providing Abhyanga at a high level of efficacy, uniqueness & skill.

Q: Can I get any job opportunities related to the course?

A: We are planning to expand our clinic with new therapists, so we can potentially hire you at the Port Elliot Wellness clinic or retreats. We would also be able to refer you to other respected Ayurvedic clinics & practitioners.

Q: I have already learnt to give Abhyanga, is this course for me?

A: Absolutely, even if you are already an experienced Ayurvedic therapist you will be deepening your knowledge and learning new techniques.

This course is exclusive to 8 students & it is complusory for students to attend both online lectures & both days of the in person intensive workshop in Aldinga

Its also highlg recommended to complete

the 2 multiple choice quizzes that proceed each lecture.

Any further questions?

Hello@portelliotwellness.com