Pro Training: Ayurvedic Massage & Bodywork
master classes w/ Kris Quinones
Take any module individually - in any sequence. Proper assessment and treatment construction are at the heart of these trainings - along with cultural sensitivity, specific soft-tissue techniques, and palpation exercises.
Tuition includes CEU's, certificate of completion, pdf handouts and access to demo videos. supporting the world's growing fascination with Ayurvedic massage. All trainings are in Mountain Time
ABHYANGA FOR CHRONIC PAIN (LEVEL 1)
In this Ayurvedic bodywork training you will learn the powerful lymphatic detox treatments, abhyanga and svedana. Learn the Basic Sequence for a 90-minute, single-therapist treatment. Build your foundations in Ayurvedic theory, subtle anatomy, client assessment & pathology, and develop confident stroke techniques, including modifications in rhythm & tempo. ​
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Abhyanga is a full body, detox & rejuvenation massage using warmed herbal oils specific to the client's constitution or imbalances. It is the hallmark of Ayurvedic massage.
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Svedana is a form of heat/fomentation therapy done to conclude an abhyanga for an added detoxifying effect and deeper penetration of botanical formulas thru the skin. Discover different types of svedana used in classical Ayurveda treatments along with the benefits & contraindications. A steam sauna outfitted for a massage table is taught.​​
SHIRODHARA & CHAMPI
This ayurvedic bodywork training you will learn the powerful mental health treatment of shirodhara and the traditional Indian scalp massage, champi. Foundations in Ayurvedic theory, marma balancing, and appropriate modifications informed by anatomy and physiology will be covered.
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Shirodhara is a classic rejuvenation treatment for the mind that synchronizes brain waves by pouring a warmed, medicated substance over the 3rd eye where it flows off the crown of the head. Effective for stilling the mind, soothing the nervous system, and balancing moods and sleep patterns.
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Champi is a vigorous scalp massage aiding in glymphatic drainage around the brain, and activating several energy points (marma) on the head for improving focus and concentration.​​
Basti - Localized therapeutic oil saturations In this ayurvedic bodywork training you will learn 5 variations of the ayurvedic bodywork treatment, basti. This localized, therapeutic application of oil aids in chronic inflammation and pain relief, improving joint mobility, nourishing nerves, discs, and other delicate tissue from degeneration.
Foundations in Ayurvedic theory, this treatment's purpose, and appropriate modifications. Gross & subtle anatomy and physiology will be covered.
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Basti translates to English as 'container', or more literally, 'bladder'. A warmed, concentrated application of medicinal oil pools on the treatment site and saturates the affected tissues with herbal formulas.
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Netra (eye)
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Kati (spine)
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Janu (knee)
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Hrid (heart)
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Nitamba (hip)
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