Finding Balance with Ayurveda Retreat

Ayurveda is the oldest Traditional system of medicine in the world, dating back over 3000 years. Explore this rich science of health and longevity as Hilary shares its practices and insights.

• How do we get out of balance?

• What can we do to restore balance?

• How do we maintain this balance in every day life?

Ayurveda has offered insights to these very questions for thousands of years and what was true then is still true today with a few modern twists and perspectives.

Come learn the simplicity of this system as you are guided through the basic framework. You will walk away with personal tools that will get you started on the path to balance.

Offered as 2 workshops and 3 satsangs (subject to change).

The presentations associated with this Yoga Vacation Program begin with an 8pm satsang on the first day of the program and conclude with an 8pm satsang on the last day of the program.  Click here to read more about the Yoga Vacation Program details and view the ashram schedule for yoga classes and meals during your stay. We suggest you arrive at least one day prior to the start of your program for the optimal experience.

Teacher:
Hilary Garivaltis, CAP

Come be nurtured and guided by skilled practitioners as you learn ancient Ayurvedic treatments to cleanse, heal, and harmonize body, mind, and spirit. Learn the techniques of Ayurvedic bodywork used in rejuvenation therapy. Abhyanga (also referred to as snehana) is the classical full body oil treatment in Ayurveda, utilizing warm herbalized oil and rhythmic body technique to move the oil into the body.

Additional time is also spent on the fundamentals of Ayurvedic theory, the origins of massage, and ethics training through the lens of yoga and Ayurveda. You also receive an introduction to the use of mantra, or sacred sound, in establishing a calm and healing environment.

Summary of workshop:

• Participants will learn the basic theory of the tri-doshas and their gunas in application to bodywork

• Participants will learn a full body Abhyanga treatment with oil

• Participants will learn how to customize the treatment in balancing disturbed doshas

• Participants will learn the importance of sacred sound for establishing a healing environment

• Participants will learn about Ayurvedic oils used in the treatments

• Participants will learn the brief history and background of Ayurveda and the treatment techniques

• Participants will learn the technique of self-massage with oil

Learning objectives:

1.  Perform a 40-minute full body Abhyanga treatment with oil

2. Explain the basic background of Ayurveda and the treatments to their clients/students

3. Perform and teach Ayurvedic self-massage

Notes:

• Oils are used throughout the training, so casual clothing is recommended. Old bathing suits or undergarments may be useful for practice sessions.

• This program should meet the minimum two hour ethics training requirement for massage therapists.

• This course is designed for bodyworkers and Ayurvedic professionals; others should direct inquiries to Hilary.

Registration
Price: $450 (includes lunch)for full 2 day training

*One day refresher option for those that have trained before will be on day one.

Price for refresher: $225

Contact: Hilary Garivaltis (hgarivaltis@gmail.com) with questions

Ayurvedic massage restores a sense of calm and balance to the body, nourishing the skin and connective tissue. Learn about specific energy points of the head, face, hands and feet and  how to use oils and masks for individualized treatments. This treatment is not only good for the face and scalp but also creates a sense of calm and groundedness that lasts for days.

Summary of workshop:

• Participants will learn the basic theory of the tri-doshas and their gunas in application to bodywork

• Participants will learn a facial treatment with oils and pastes with a special focus on the face and head marma points

• Participants will learn a full hand massage

• Participants will learn a full foot massage

• Participants will learn about the specialty oils used for head, face and body

• Participants will learn the brief history and background of the Ayurveda and the treatments

Learning objectives:

1. Perform a 50-minute head, face and foot massage

2. Explain the basic background of Ayurveda and the treatments to clients

3. Adjust treatment according to the doshic profile of the client

Come be nurtured and guided by skilled practitioners and enjoy ample hands-on practice time.
Fee: $450 for full two-day training

* Special one-day refresher on first day for those that have done the training before.

Refresher Fee: $225

Ayurvedic treatments restore a sense of calm and balance to the body, nourishing the skin and connective tissue. Learn about specific energy points (marma) throughout the body. The treatment leaves the recipient feeling grounded, relaxed, and more balanced. It uses very light and subtle touch to produce long-lasting effects. 

Summary of workshop:

• Participants will learn the basic theory of the tri-doshas and their gunas in application to bodywork

• Participants will learn a flow through the major marma points of the body

• Participants will learn about the specialty oils used for the body

• Participants will learn the brief history and background of the Ayurveda and the treatments

Learning objectives:

1. Perform a 50-minute full body treatment

2. Explain the basic background of Ayurveda and the treatments to clients

3. Adjust treatment according to the doshic profile of the client

Come be nurtured and guided by skilled practitioners and enjoy ample hands-on practice time.
Fee: $450 for full two-day training

* Special one-day refresher on first day for those that have done the training before.

Refresher Fee: $225