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Garshan & Abhyanga Bodywork Training

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Course Description
*LIVE VIRTUAL TRAINING* In this ayurvedic bodywork training you will learn the powerful lymphatic massage treatments of garshan and abhyanga. Foundations in Ayurvedic theory, these treatments' purpose, and appropriate modifications informed by anatomy and physiology will be covered. Garshan is a dry brushing of the body using raw silk gloves, exfoliating the skin and stimulating arterial and lymphatic drainage. Known as an ideal preparation for abhyanga. Abhyanga is a full body, rhythmic, detox & rejuvenation massage using warmed herbal oils specific to the client's constitution or imbalances. It is the hallmark of Ayurvedic massage. A single therapist treatment is taught.

Course Objective
1. major classifications of Ayurvedic Bodywork and the indications/benefits of garshan & abhyanga treatments, differentiate from Swedish massage 2. learn how to properly maintain, clean & sanitize equipment 3. identify the (7) Ayurvedic tissues (dhatus) and the location of rasavaha and pranavaha energy channels. 4. identify contraindications & cautions for Garshan and Abhyanga 5. identify signs & symptoms of Ama 6.safely & effectively perform a one-therapist, garshan & abhyanga treatment with svedana/fomentation in a total of 75 minutes. 7. learn 3-fold examination (Trividha Pariksa) to determine doshic imbalance 8. learn (4) specific hand positions 9. learn (3) specific stroke rhythms 10. modify stroke sequences based on clinical assessment 11. Integrate ancillary tools

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Provider Name Kristen Rae Quinones

Provider Bio Kris Quinones is a wellness & massage educator, licensed muscular therapist, Kripalu certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor and 500-hr Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist, with over 25 years of professional experience in orthopedics, competitive sports, and natural healing. In 2014 she founded Rasayana, LLC originally in Somerville, MA and now operates out of Colorado Springs, CO where she teaches empowering strategies for natural pain relief, body mobility, and injury recovery. [www.rasa-yana.com]

Course Name Garshan & Abhyanga Bodywork Training

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Course Delivery Method Live (On-Line)

Time 2022-11-05 00:00:00 to 2022-11-06 00:00:00 (America/Denver)