Diploma Course ~ Ayurvedic Head & Body Massage Therapy.

Course Dates Are As Follows

~ First course January 2008 now started ~
January 20th
February 3rd &17th
March 2nd,16th & 30th
April 6th (exam day)

~ Second course starts May 2008
May 11th & 18th
June 8th & 22nd
July 6th & 20th
August 3rd (exam day)

~ Third Course starts September 2008 ~
September 7th & 21st
October 5th & 19th
November 2nd,16th & 30th (exam day)

Venue. 10.30am - 4.30pm at The Ayurvedic Clinic.

(Download massage course brochure pdf file)

(Download masssage application form)

Recommendations.

Clare Rogers Owner & Manager of The Treatment Rooms Brighton.

"The Ayurvedic Head & Body Massage Therapy Course is the most authentic you will find using authentic Ayurvedic herbal massage oils imported from Sri Lanka gives that extra depth to the massage treatment. The course is very thorough covering Ayurvedic principles as well as dosha theory and it was a pleasure to study with such a knowledgeable Doctor as Dr.Deepika Rodrigo. After I had completed the Ayurvedic Massage course I have since sent seven of my staff to be trained with Dr.Deepika and all seven are now practicing Ayurvedic Massage at my beauty clinic".

more info at ~ The Treatment Rooms.

Course syllabus.

FUNDAMENTALS OF AYURVEDA
Introduction to Ayurveda “The Science of Life” & history &
Philosophy of Ayurveda

TRI-DOSHA THEORY. (Constitutional Differences)
A detailed consultation to determine individual constitution & imbalances
(Prakruti & Vikruti of Vata, Pitta & Kapha).
Dietary & lifestyle advice for individual constitutions (Ahara/Vihara).
Discuss case study format.
How Ayurvedic massage affects the body and understanding the difference between Ayurvedic massage and other massage techniques.

MODERN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
Introduction to modern anatomy & physiology & how it is related to the marma points & Ayurvedic massage techniques.

MARMA MARDANA
Introduction to the 108 marma points.
Anatomical positions of the 108 marma points.
How to correct imbalances in the tri-dosha through manipulation of the marma points.

SNEHANA
(Oileation)
Introduction to Ayurvedic therapeutic massage oils and their properties & actions.
Techniques of warm oil application to the body (snehana).

ABHYANGA
(Techniques of Ayurvedic massage).
The four basic techniques of Ayurvedic massage.
Performing Ayurvedic marma massage using abhyanga & marma mardana
techniques.

CHAKRA MASSAGE
Introduction to the seven chakras.
How to identify imbalances of the chakras (physical & emotional).
Using marma mardana, snehana & abhyanga to balance the chakras (Ayurvedic chakra massage).

SHIRO ABHYANGA
(Ayurvedic head massage).
A Relaxing & de-toxifying massage for the head neck and shoulder area.
Selecting oils according to the constitutional type.
How to perform Ayurvedic (Indian) head massage utilising the marma points of the head & shiro abhyanga techniques.

VAKTRA MARDANA
(Ayurvedic face massage)
Gentle and soft Ayurvedic massage techniques to rejuvenate and cleanse the skin.
How to use the marma points of the face neck & shoulders to increase the
circulation to the deep tissues.
Introduction to Ayurvedic face powders, herbal essential oils & herbal
applications for the face.

MASSAGE DURING PREGNANCY
Contra indications of marma massage during pregnancy.
How to use marma points to relax and strengthen the body during pregnancy.

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Therapeutic massage to alleviate certain ailments of the body i.e.
Sciatica, back pain, skin disorders etc.

Entry Requirments.
The course is open to experienced therapists and also non therapists alike with good level of education
i.e. 'A'level/degree etc. Mature students welcome. Insurance is available to those who complete the course.

Examination
The examination will consist of two parts.
Theory: will be a three hour written paperz
Practical: Individual practical skills will be tested.

Fees for the Course
The fee for the course is £800.00 payable in advance or on commencement of the course. A deposit of £200.00 is required to secure a place on the course.

Terms and Conditions
A 90% attendance record required.
The course tutor has the right to expel students from the course without refund.
Deposit non refundable.
Failure to make payments on time will result in students being excluded from the course.
Certificates will not be issued until completion of all studies, exams and any payments due.

Code of Ethics.

The course requires a certain amount of physical contact between students which may be of a sensitive and personal level and you are expected to adhere to the guidelines set out below.

Confidentiality of any personal issue raised within the group.

Treating all people in the group with respect.

Zero tolerance of racist attitudes and language.

Modesty to be observed at all times during practice.

Students are required to keep the venue tidy and put all equipment away.

Thank you.