Abhyanga Shirodhara Professional Training
“The body of one who uses oil massage regularly does not become affected much even if subjected to accidental injuries, or strenuous work. By using oil massage daily, a person is endowed with pleasant touch, trimmed body parts and becomes strong, charming and least affected by old age.”
Charaka Samhita Vol. 1, V: 88-89
abhy- Sanskrit for massage
yanga- Sanskrit for limbs
Abhyanga is a luxurious, beautiful ritual and when it is given with a pure heart and clear mind, it has the power to completely transform the person who is receiving this ancient art form.
Abhyanga is an anointing of the body with warm oil, often infused with healing herbs and balancing essential oils.
In Ayurveda the healing aspects of Abhyanga include relaxation of the muscles and calming of the nervous system as well as attention being paid to many subtle healing aspects that make it a holistic healing modality.
The act of anointing the body with warm, herbal oil is called snehana. The Sanskrit word sneha means oil and love. The benefits of regular snehana invite the same qualities as being deeply loved, loving yourself and loving another: strength, stability, openness and warmth.
More benefits of Abhyanga as stated by the ancient Ayurvedic text, Astanga Hridaya:
• Improves Sleep
• Promotes sturdiness of the body
• Promotes longevity
• Nourishes the body
• Promotes better eyesight
• Prevents and corrects affliction of the nervous system
• Overcomes fatigue
• Prevents and corrects the aging process
• Detoxification of the body
shiro- Sanskrit for head
dhara- Sanskrit for pour
This Ayurvedic treatment is the ultimate in deep relaxation with a full nervous system reset. A stream of herb infused oil is poured across the third eye and at the same time, healing mantras are offered to the healing space. The combination of these modalities allows for deep peace to be evoked and transmitted.
Benefits:
Deep release of stress and tension from the mind
Stillness of the mind
Better brain function
Mood stability
Increased stress-handling ability
Together these treatments create deep peace in the physiology and ultimately, have the power to heal humanity by releasing deep seated stress and tension in the body, mind and uplifting the spirit.
The bodywork training requires a basic knowledge of Ayurveda and an online course in Ayurvedic Foundations is provided when you sign up. This course is in a convenient hybrid format to fit your lifestyle.
This course includes:
16 hours Ayurvedic Foundations online course (optional if you already have knowledge in Ayurveda)
40 hours Abhyanga Shirodhara in person training
The Abhyanga/Shirodhara manual
Discounts for earthlite equipment
Resources for wholesale Ayurvedic oils
10 hours of practicum with on-going guidance to follow
daily ayurvedic lunches to be provided!!
Ayurvedic goodie bag
Cost is $2000.
*Payment plans are available.
I have been a student & a teacher of Holistic practices for over 30 years. The roots of my practice began in NYC as an esthetician, reiki practitioner, yoga & meditation guide. My first teacher, introduced me to Ayurveda in the early 90's.
Throughout my life I sought after Ayurvedic Body treatments, including Shirodhara & Abyhanga as a profound healing modality for nervous system regulation, during many traumatizing chapters of my life. When I relocated to Colorado during a global pandemic, I found Radha Schwaller. I was recovering from a very serious medical condition. I received 2 treatments in a short period of time & felt every system in my body harmonize while Radha carefully poured warm therapeutic oils onto my third eye.
Her grounding presence made me feel held, seen & deeply supported.
As my recovery journey progressed, It became clear that Ayurveda was not only imperative for my healing, but I needed to learn how to do this for others.
Without hesitation, I enrolled in Radha's Ayurvedic Body Treatment training in Denver. It was the most amazing experience of my life! I enjoyed the practical , in person experience, just as much as the virtual Modules.
Radha is a very knowledgeable & highly spirited teacher.
I highly recommend this training to deepen your understanding of Ayurveda for yourself, your family, & your community.
— Stacey Avidane