Ayurveda and Yoga were inspired by the great masters and seers of ancient India
The science of Ayurveda, like the science of Yoga, was inspired and developed by the great masters and seers of ancient India. The origins of Ayurveda and Yoga have common roots and play a highly complimentary role in spiritual evolution and the maintenance of physical wellbeing and vitality. Ayurveda addresses not only healing but also prevention and maintenance of the vitality so crucial in the practice of Yoga.
The Ayurvedic programs and treatments are designed to meet your individual needs and health goals – detoxification and cleansing, pain reduction, de-stressing, relaxation, and weight loss, whilst also offering insights and guidance on diet and exercise. Below are a selection of treatments and programs:
Ayurvedic Oil Massage and Steam Bath - Abhyanga
A whole body massage with specific herbal oils to nourish and revitalize the body tissues and to encourage the removal of toxins. A deep and rejuvenating massage that harmonizes the body and mind. Performed symmetrically by two therapists for one hour, and followed by a medicated steam bath.
Ayurvedic Oil Forehead Shower - Shirodhara
A continuous stream of warm medicated oil is poured onto the forehead for 20 to 40 minutes. Inducing a meditative trance-like state, which creates profound relaxation of the mind and body. It is deeply relaxing, revitalizes the central nervous system, de-stresses, and reduces anxiety and depression.
Ayurvedic Herbal Milk and Rice Massage - Navarakizhi
A highly effective rejuvenation technique using a special type of rice that is cooked, tied into boluses and dipped into a warm herbal milk mixture, then skilfully massaged simultaneously by two therapists all over the body for one hour.
Ayurvedic Weight Loss Massage - Udvartana
This is a specialized herbal treatment for weight reduction. A herbal powder is applied all over the body and deeply massaged with specific movements by two therapists for one hour. It can tone the skin and muscles after child birth, remove cellulite, recuce weight, and remove toxins from the body. |
Ayurvedic Oil Navel Bath – Chakra Basti
The oil bath is applied to the navel region to aid indigestion and constipation. It acts on the solar plexus and balances the digestive fire.
Ayurvedic Head, Neck and Shoulder Massage - Shiroabhyanga
A soothing massage of the head, neck & shoulder for 15 minutes using warm herbal oils. This massage is profoundly soothing and relaxing and helps with insomnia and headaches.
Ayurvedic Feet and Leg Massage - Padaabhyanga
A stimulating massage of the lower legs and the feet for 30 minutes to activate the acupressure points. Relieving tiredness of the feet, smoothing cracked skin, and reducing tension.
Ayurvedic Oil Head Bath - Shiro Basti
A special technique of bathing the head for 45 minutes in medicated oils using a special apparatus. Reducing anxiety, insomnia, skin disorders, and Stress.
Ayurvedic Oil Heart Bath - Hrid Basti
This procedure is applied over the heart for 20 minutes using warm herbal oils. Strengthens the heart, and relieves deep seated anger and sadness.
Ayurvedic Oil Knee Bath - Janu Basti
In this treatment the knee is bathed in warm herbal oils, taking 20 to 30 minutes. It promotes the strength of the knee joint by improving the circulation and helps reduce pain of the knee joint.
Ayurvedic Oil Lower Back Bath - Kati Basti
A special technique aimed at providing relief to the lower back using warm herbal oils for 20 to 30 minutes. Strengthens the back, helps to reduce chronic and acute backaches, prolapsed discs, Lumbar Spondylosis, Osteoporosis, and Sciatica.
Special Programs
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