Abhyanga Class

Discover the healing power of herbs through massage.

Abhyaṅga is the Āyurvedic treatment applying herbal oils to the body for healing. This technique is different than massage, because the practioner does not work on the muscles and tissues with the hands, but uses the hands to apply herbal oils, which do the healing work. Special techniques and positions are traditionally used in Ayurveda to apply the oils so they penetrate through the pores and deep into the tissues and organs. Abhyanga is said by the Ayurvedic texts to improve health, immunity, strength, flexibility, and longevity, to reduce the effects of stress and aging, to improve circulation, to promote restful sleep and mental peace, to provide protection from the sun and wind and weather changes, among other benefits. It is one of the best treatments for all conditions arising from vata.

Traditional Ayurveda recommends daily self-abhyanga before bathing. Performed in a clinical setting, abhyanga can be a useful part of a regimen for healing. It is a non-invasive procedure which is generally very safe to practice and deeply nourishing and relaxing for clients.

This course will provide a detailed introduction to the practice for healing practitioners to apply in a clinical setting. In-person participants will receive the opportunity to give and receive an abhyanga if desired.

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Topics we will cover in this course

Join Swamiji, Founder and Spiritual Director of Soma Matha Spiritual Center, as he explores the ancient healing art of Ayurvedic massage.

- Basic techniques
- Indications and contraindications for abhyanga
- Herbal oils and base oils and other substances for use,
- Specific herbs and oils for samadosha and niramadosha conditions
- Space for the practice and necessary equipment, recommended attire for practitioner and client
- Modified strokes and techniques along with modifications for the three doshas
- The seven traditional postures for the client
- Shirobhyanga
- Padabhyanga
- Ethics and legal considerations

Session Information

- Sunday, January 15, 2023 at 2:00PM
- The course will consist of five 1 hour and 30 minutes classes with Swamiji with Q&A opportunities throughout the course
- All classes are recored with replays available
- If you have any questions please reach out to us
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Meet the Master

Gaṇanāthāmṛtānanda Svāmī aka Swamiji

As the founder and director of Soma Matha Spiritual Center, Swamiji has taught the mystical Vedic Sciences to sincere students from all backgrounds for over 20 years, and has provided counsel and spiritual services for various Temples, Churches, and other spiritual organizations in the US and India. Swamiji works tirelessly to preserve the authenticity of the Vedic Sciences, which have been revealed to the world by the ancient Sages for peace, health, prosperity, and liberation from suffering for all in the world. His teachings range from introductory courses on Sanskrit mantra to advanced meditation and rituals. His online courses and webinars explain the ancient tradition in approachable modern terminology and empowers each teaching so that the knowledge comes to life for students, not only in their intellectual understanding, but in their practical experience.