Why train in Goa?
There are a number of very good reasons why you should select Goa for your Ayurveda training. Perhaps the most important of these is that you will be training in an area which is steeped in Ayurveda history and culture. You will be in a region close to where Ayurveda was ‘born’, where it all began over six thousand years ago.
The difference this can make to your future clients is enormous as you will learn to massage from the heart and not just from the hands.The training you will receive in Goa is not a diluted western version of these long proven therapies. Your training In Goa will be the real thing – Authentic Ayurveda.
The courses
The seven and fourteen day UK and Ireland accredited courses are designed to give delegates an insight into the amazing world of Ayurveda. At the end of the courses, delegates will understand the history and concept of Ayurveda and will be able to offer their clients a range of the most popular Ayurveda therapies. Delegates taking the seven day course will cover the main full body, head, foot, and neck oil massages and those taking the fourteen day course will also learn Shirodhara and other popular treatments. Delegates on both courses will learn the importance of natural ingredients such as oils and herbs and spices.
All training is carried out by fully qualified Ayurveda Practitioners.
Why the Goan Experience?
First and foremost, The Goan Experience is the only UK Company who can offer Ayurveda Massage and Beauty courses in Goa which are accredited by, the Federation of Holistic Therapists, Associated Beauty Therapists and the Guild of Beauty Therapists. The Bristol based company is run by people who have had many years experience in the industry in the UK and Ireland and are based in Goa during the courses. The courses are designed by us with western therapists in mind and do allow for free time to relax and enjoy this incredible area.
Invest in Ayurveda Training
Massage and Beauty therapies. Despite its long history and popularity in India and Sr Lanka, it is only in the last few years that Ayurveda therapies have become increasingly popular in the west. Ayurveda has already made major inroads into salon treatments in the USA and Canada and now that trend looks set to continue throughout Europe including the major potential markets of the UK and Ireland.
This growing popularity of holistic therapies, has unlocked a whole new spectrum of opportunities for properly trained Ayurveda therapists. Your training in this area can truly be considered as an investment rather than a cost. With proper marketing and promotion, your new found skills should quickly show excellent returns on your ‘investment in training’.
Why train in Goa?
The courses
Why the Goan Experience?
Invest in Ayurveda Training
The courses -
All training is carried out by fully qualified Ayurveda Practitioners.
Visas
Visas
For access into India from the UK you need a valid Passport with at least 6 months left before expiry and a VISA.
To apply for a VISA you can visit: http://www.vfsglobal.com/
Training in Ayurveda for seven or fourteen days week
A range of Ayurvedic training courses from five to eight days are available. Costing from as little as £565.00 per person for seven days and just £950.00 for fourteen days (excluding flights) your course (7 days) will include –
COURSE DETAILS – WEEK 1:
Day #1:
A full day to relax and start to feel part of the Goan Experience. Take a tour of some of the best beaches in North Goa. Details as follows:
- The tour is offered free to training delegates only.
- Collection from your accommodation will be at 11.45 am. Your tour will include 1 hour for lunch (price not included) at one of the finest tropical beaches in Goa
- You will be returned to your accommodation mid-afternoon.
- Remember to take your swimming costume/towel and sun protection
- In the evening, join our team in Goa for a drink on the beach at a typical Goan beach shack. Pick up from your accommodation will be at 6.00 p.m.
Your classroom in Goa
Day #2:
Start time at the training centre will be at 8.00 a.m. Breakfast will be available from 9.00 a.m.
- 8.00 a.m. to 9.00a.m: Get yourself in the Ayurvedic mood with a traditional Yoga session led by a member of the training team (optional).
- 9.00 a.m. to 9.30: Breakfast
- 9.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. History and Philosophy of Ayurveda
- 1.30 p.m. to 2.00 p.m. Herbal buffet lunch (if required)
- 2.00 p.m. to 3.00 p.m. Visit one of Goa’s largest Ayurvedic ‘Supermarkets’
- Evening at leisure
Day #3:
Start time at the training centre will be at 8.00 a.m. Breakfast will be available from 9.00 a.m.
- 8.00 a.m. to 9.00a.m: Get yourself in the Ayurvedic mood with a traditional Yoga session led by a member of the training team. (optional)
- 9.00 a.m. to 9.30: Breakfast
- 9.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Ayurvedic Head, Neck and Face Massage
- 1.30 p.m. to 2.00 p.m. Herbal buffet lunch (if required).
- After lunch you will have time to book yourself any of the many therapies available at the training centre. (additional charge payable locally).
- Later in the afternoon why not visit Goa’s famous Anjuna Market and pick up something special to take home?.
Hands-on in the classroom
and time to relax
Day #4:
Start time at the training centre will be at 8.00 a.m. Breakfast will be available from 9.00 a.m.
- 8.00 a.m. to 9.00a.m: Get yourself in the Ayurvedic mood with a traditional Yoga session led by a member of the training team. (optional)
- 9.00 a.m. to 9.30a.m: Herbal breakfast
- 9.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Ayurvedic Herbs & Spices – Ayurvedic Foot Massage
- 1.30 p.m. to 2.00 p.m. Herbal buffet lunch (if required).
- 2.00 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. (approx.) visit to a local spice farm.
- Evening at leisure.
Students from Bristol UK visit a local Spice Farm
Day #5:
Start time at the training centre will be at 8.00 a.m. Breakfast will be available from 9.00 a.m.
- 8.00 a.m. to 9.00a.m: Get yourself in the Ayurvedic mood with a traditional Yoga session led by a member of the training team. (optional)
- 9.00 a.m. to 9.30: Breakfast
- 9.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Abhyanga Herbalized Body Massage
- 1.30 p.m. to 2.30 p.m. Herbal buffet lunch (if required).
- 2.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. (approx.) Study Group.
- Evening at leisure
Day # 6:
A day to sit back, relax and reflect on your Ayurveda experience.
Therapies and treatments will be available at the centre for which a fee will be charged direct to you. Please try to book in advance if possible. Alternatively, you can try one of the many Ayurvedic centres local to your accommodation or simply ‘chill out’ on the beach.
We will collect you from your accommodation at 6 .00 pm for dinner at a local shack or restaurant
Bobby’s Beach Shack in Goa. A favourite meeting place for students.
Day #7:
Individual arrangements as required.
COURSE DETAILS – WEEK 2:
Day 8:
Kati Vasti .
Kati means the lower region of the vertebral spine and vasti implies a container. A small receptacle of black gram dough is made on the lower back (lumber sacral region) and hot medicated oil is poured in the receptacle and retained in the region for a specific duration.
Day 9:
Shirodhara
Shirodhara is a luxuriant and easy way to achieve instant calm and rejuvenation. It derives from two Sanskrit words: shiro and dhara. Shiro means head and dhara means to flow. It involves the warm and consistent flow of aromatic oils on the forehead, specifically on the 'third eye'. This is the chakra point just above and between the eyebrows. It is said to be the seat of human consciousness. The oils are allowed to flow over the scalp and through the hair, creating a blissful sensation.
Day 10:
Shirodhara
Shirodhara. Includes your own Shirodhara Bowl made out of local Neam wood in the traditional manner, plus your starter pack of Shirodhara oil.
Day 11:
Khizi.
Kizhi treatment is a therapy wherein heated herbs and medicinal oils are tied in cloth bags; and placed on the area to be treated. This is followed by specific massages, done using the fingers, heel of the hand or palm. The pressure application varies according to the nature of ailment and the spot.
Day 12:
Manya Vasti
Manya Vasti. The same procedure as Kati Vasti (Day 8) applied to the cervical spine.
Day 13:
At leisure
Day 14: A fond farewell
End of Course
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