Ayurveda bodywork training
Ayurvedic Panchakarma Certification
Immerse yourself in the sacred knowledge of Ayurvedic wisdom & bodywork to take your practice to the next level.
16 CEUs available for Florida LMTs
July 24 - 27, 2025
$895 Tuition (Limited to 8 Participants)
Ayurveda Health Retreat | Alachua, Florida
The Ayurvedic Massage Training combines intensive hands-on training with in-depth Ayurvedic wisdom & practical principles.
our training will empower your professional application of individual massage therapies for high-quality spa/health treatments & lifestyle coaching.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
This program will provide a complete foundation of the science of Ayurveda and it’s application through lifestyle principles and bodywork. You will be provided the tools to confidently share transformative lifestyle practices and offer Panchakarma Treatments.
Ayurveda teaches us that in order to truly support others we must learn to heal and care for ourselves. In this training you will be receiving and sharing healing equally, experiencing the dynamic balance that an Ayurvedic lifestyle has to offer.
In person training & retreat
Interactive discussion and participation
Give and receive Panchakarma with a partner guided by expert practitioners
A safe space to heal and share your experience
Unimaginable personal growth and life transformation!
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
Foundations of Ayurveda
The science behind the deep cleansing and healing effects of Panchakarma and other Ayurvedic modalities
The 5 treatments that encompass Panchakarma & how to competently practice them
Abhyanga — full body massage with warm, herbal oils to lubricate the body & loosen up toxins
Nasya — Therapeutic treatment for allergies, sinus problems, the nervous system, and improved memory
Swedhana — aromatherapy steam bath to facilitate the herbal oils to sink further into the tissues, allowing toxins to be excreted through sweat
Shirodhara — herbal oil gently flowing over your forehead allowing the body, mind and nervous system to experience a deep state of rest, similar to meditation
Bhasti (herbal oil enema)
Therapeutic Yoga, Breathwork, Guided Meditation & morning routine
Dinacharya overview — personal Ayurvedic Self-Care practices
Daily practice providing and receiving Ayurvedic treatments in an intimate supportive small group setting
Pranayama (mind/body/breath connection)
Indications and Contraindications for Abhyanga & different Ayurvedic treatments
Learn to CONFIDENTLY give a full Abhyanga treatment with precise techniques and sensitivity/customization
Selecting herbal massage oils according to doshas (body constitutions)
Conscious principles for giving and receiving treatments in the right mood
How to create a sacred space and healing environment — everything from room preparation to aftercare of your clients
Learn etiquette and how to effectively communicate with your clients
Learn Ayurveda practices for diet, hydration, exercise, breathing & meditation
Learn basic principles for individualized health coaching and recommendations for your clients
Certification Diploma of Completion
What is ayurvedic bodywork & Panchakarma?
Ayurveda is the world’s most ancient system of holistic health & healing. It teaches us how to harmonize ourselves with nature’s healing currents. Its lifestyle principles & bodywork modalities have the power to re-connect us with our innate potential for resilience, vitality, and inner fulfillment.
The ancient healing practice of Panchakarma is a unique experience that leaves the body and mind relaxed and rejuvenated. Many illnesses result from the build-up of toxins that can impair the body’s natural defenses. Panchakarma promotes healing and restoration by eliminating these toxins from the body. However, unlike other detoxification programs, Panchakarma is a gentle individualized process that achieves deep cleansing without discomfort, allowing the rejuvenating energies of the body to flow freely.
We all accumulate toxins in life, both physical (pollution, radiation, undigested food, etc.) and mental (stress, trauma, unprocessed emotions, etc.). When our system is not strong enough to flush out toxins quickly enough, they accumulate and create tangible imbalances or dis-eases. The elements of Panchakarma combine to powerfully detoxify and rejuvenate the system.
Unlock the innate Healing Power Within
"I feel as though all of the love that I've given in this lifetime has been returned to me a thousandfold." - Melanie
"Vira and Dhyana’s Training was so much more than I dreamed it would be when I made the commitment. They held individual space for each of us in our growth as healers and modeled over and over again this beautiful, soft and empathetic approach to Ayurveda that brings out the best in us and in our clients. I feel so fortunate to have found this particular training and to now have these beautiful souls as mentors on my journey." - Laura
“As I continued breathing as deeply and fully as I could, I entered into a state of consciousness where I experienced the full range of memories and emotions that had been repressed for a lifetime. This period was followed by the most blissful state of oneness, beauty and clarity that I had ever known, a profoundly spiritual experience that is beyond words. This is all I’ll say about it here.” - Michael
“I’m sure you get this after every class, but I feel intensely compelled to tell you how much that class meant to me. This past week I feel as if I’m operating on another plane of existence. The feeling I had while during the breathing was one of the most beautiful experiences I’ve had in this lifetime.” - Carry
SCHEDULE:
July 25th: 11:30 am check-in, 12:00 pm Orientation, lunch & afternoon workshops.
July 26th & 27th:
7:30 am - 8:45 am — sadhana / morning practices
Ayurvedic breakfast time
10:00 am - 1:00 pm — workshops & bodywork
— Ayurvedic lunch break —
2:00 pm - 5:30 pm — workshops & bodywork
— Ayurvedic dinner, goodies & optional evening sangha
July 28th: 7:30 am Closing Circle & Departures after breakfast.
TUITION: $895
50% non-refundable deposit will secure your space
— Payment plans available upon request—
Training includes:
access to the in-person training in an intimate setting (Limited to 8 participants)
3 Fresh-cooked healing Ayurvedic meals daily*All meals will be cooked by our staff in such a way to promote gentle cleansing and rejuvenation to support the deepest healing experience possible.
Cleansing teas + treats
Access to recordings of all exercises for unlimited review
Student training handbook
ACCOMMODATIONS
The training tuition doesn’t include accommodations, however, you are welcome to stay with us during your training! We also have a Retreat affiliated Airbnb (a 3-bedroom house, just a few blocks away). Click here for more info. There are plenty of other Airbnbs in the area, and we’re happy to give recommendations. First come first serve for our on-site accommodation options:
PRIVATE ROOM & SHARED BATHROOM: $80 PER DAY (total training cost = $1,135)
PRIVATE ROOM & BATHROOM: $125 PER DAY (total training cost = $1,270)