WHERE ADVANCED FULLER INSTITUTE OF MASSAGE THERAPY, 195 S ROSEMONT RD., VIRGINIA BEACH VA 23452

WHEN : OCTOBER 16 – 17, 2021 SAT.- SUN. 9.00 – 6.00

CE HOURS : 18 CE HOURS. FLORIDA APPROVED PROV. NO 50 – 1674 AND NCBTMB APPROVED    PROV # 279778 -00

COST: $ 250.00  / $ 50.00 DEPOSIT LOCKS DOWN YOUR PLACE !  

“ Because we cannot scrub our inner body we need to learn a few skills to help cleanse our tissues , organs and mind. This is the art of Ayurveda “ – Sebastian Pole , Discovering the True You with Ayurveda: How to Nourish, Rejuvenate and Transform Your Life “

Indian head and full body massages  have been  practiced for many centuries as part of the family health care. Ayurvedic doctors practiced it for holistic cleansing strengthening  and rejuvenation.  Indian mothers would massage their babies’ hair, head neck and shoulders to stimulate growth and relaxation.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

• Indian head  and full body massage ( Champa + Abhyanga )  go beyond the purely aesthetic and superficial.
• Ayurvedic massage  targets the mind, body , emotions and spirit

• Improves organ functions, detoxification and strengthening
• Effectively treats all manner of myofascial pain, arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions
• Other benefits include:  tension headaches, eye-strain, ear problems, neck and shoulder stiffness, Bell’s Palsy, sinusitis, scalp tension and mental fatigue 

PURPOSE OF WORKSHOP

How to incorporate massage, oils and pressure point technique in a  full protocol that works on several levels.

• Explanation of the Ayurvedic understanding of the life force Prana, meditation and the philosophy behind Ayurvedic massage
• How to evaluate, analyze and treat the client as an individual
• The three different types of massage suited for each individual
• An explanation of functions of and locations of the marmas (pressure points )
• Location and explanation of the nadi ( meridian system)
• Discussion of the choice of appropriate essential oils , herbs and  their energetic qualities  for each individual client
• How to apply the three principal strokes , satvic, rajassic and  tamassic
• HOW TO SELECT APPROPRIATE OILS AND ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DIFFERENT CONDITIONS
• How to do a vigorous, but relaxing foot and leg massage

WHAT ELSE CAN I EXPECT?

This is mainly  a hands-on course. We will practice the three principal strokes and techniques ( Sattva, Raja, Tamas) , apply oils and get a great revitalizing and relaxing treatment

Bring a hand towel ,  suggested oils : Rosemary, Sandalwood, Lavender,

Peppermint, Frankincense, Patchouli and blends, etc  and an open mind ! IF YOU DON’T OWN ANY OILS, YOU CAN STILL PARTICIPATE ! Instructor Wolfgang will bring all oils. Check out the FB group page: Indian Head, Face and Foot Massage…page as well.