Nov
11
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Professional Mingle: Practical Ayurvedic Psychology

Monday, November 11th, 2024 at 5pm Pacific, with Alicia Lynn Diaz, MA, AHP

Support your clients through effective habit change so they can embody the healing transformation that Ayurveda has to offer. In this session, we'll explore why clients self-sabotage their healing and how you can help them get lasting results as well as insights into Ayurvedic depth counseling and establishing a trauma-informed approach.

Alicia Lynn Diaz, MA, AHP has been working in the wellness field since 2004 and practicing Ayurveda for over 12 years specializing in Women’s Health, Ayurvedic Psychology, Trauma Healing, and resolving chronic illnesses rooted in unresolved emotional pain. She loves supporting women to age gracefully (without hormonal imbalances) and overcome long-standing health challenges through refined facilitation of Ayurveda and emotional depth work. She takes a warm, inviting approach to teaching and counseling that many experience as uplifting, empowering, and transformational in many areas of life. She is grateful and deeply indebted to her mentors of Ayurveda, Vaidyas Pankaj Naram, Vasant Lad and Nuva Yeetah, Dr. Claudia Welch, her spiritual teachers, beloved partner, family, and her family’s native lands of Puerto Rico and the Philippines.

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Dec
9
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Student Members Mingle: Harmony Within: Integrating Ancient Wisdom and Modern Psychology

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Monday, December 9th, 2024 at 5pm Pacific, with Kim Povey, CAP

Explore the intersection of Ayurvedic principles like Satvavajaya and Sadvritti with modern psychology and Manas Vigyan. Discover connecting points for emotional balance, mental well-being, and spiritual growth. Learn practical tools for cultivating inner harmony and holistic health in today's fast-paced world.

Kim Valeri Povey is a Certified Ayurveda Practitioner (C.A.P.), Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT, A.Y.T), and Ayurvedic Doctor (A.D. candidate). Specializing in Ayurvedic Psychology and Family Health, she leads Veda Vita Family Health & Wellness in the Northeast, shaping the future of complementary healthcare and offering services and educational programs.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Jan
13
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Professional Mingle: Learn how Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy can assist in addressing food cravings!

Monday, January 13th, 2025 at 5pm Pacific, with Susan Bass, MS, AD, C-IAYT

Ayurveda’s approach to food cravings is quite unique in the world of nutrition.  For one reason, there is no word for calorie in Ayurveda.  Ayurveda has an important perspective to offer on this topic as it focuses on your body’s response to the food, not how the food tests in a petri dish.  Through an Ayurvedic approach, food cravings can be addressed in a way that doesn’t involve ignoring the imbalance but instead understanding the root cause of the imbalance.

Susan Bass holds a Master of Science in Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine from Maharishi International University. She is Ayurvedic Doctor Level Certified through NAMA. Susan founded the NAMA & IAYT recognized school the Sarasvati Institute of Ayurveda & Yoga Therapy. In addition to teaching at her school, she is currently working for Kaiser Permanente on a research study using Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy to support breast cancer survivors in their recovery process.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Jan
27
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Live On-Line, Seminars in Ayurveda, Topics in Ayurveda

Bodhaka Kapha, Brain Health, and the Oral Microbiome

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Join Scott Blossom for an integrative discussion of the powerful ways that oral health influences brain health from both Ayurvedic and biological perspectives.

Bio:
Scott has integrated Traditional Chinese (TCM), Ayurveda, Yoga somatics, and evidence based nutrition into his clinical practice and educational offerings for more than 25 years. Experience has taught him that the one secret to health is not a what, not a product or a specific practice, but how to adapt whatever you are doing so it remains potent and agile through the days and seasons of your life.

Scott received his Biology degree in 1993 from UC Santa Cruz and his TCM licensure from the Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine in 1998. Renowned Ayurvedic physician and scholar Dr. Robert Svoboda mentored Scott and they have worked together for more than twenty years. Additionally, Scott studied hatha yoga with master Shandor Remete (Sundernath) for over 20 years.

Always passionate about integrative medicine, Scott began his career pioneering yoga-based wellness classes and acupuncture at the Cancer Center of Santa Barbara and Hospice of Santa Barbara in 1996. Since 2008, he has been a faculty member of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda.

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Feb
24
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Live On-Line, Seminars in Ayurveda, Topics in Ayurveda

Ayurvedic Lifestyle and Diet without a Gallbladder

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Join Ayurvedic Doctor Level Certified, Douglas Neal for this enlghtening seminar. He will shed light on the Ayurveda approach to diet, lifestyle and herbal supplementation for clients living without a gallbladder. There will be insights into how to optimize digestion and assimilation of fats and cholesterol for those working with clients without gallbladders or for whom have this condition.

There will be a brief overview of the Ayurvedic view of the liver and gallbladder as well. Your body is capable of adjusting and functioning normally without the gallbladder for the rest of your life and Ayurveda help support those dealing with such a condition.

Bio:
Doug is a graduate of The Ayurvedic Institute’s Ayurvedic Studies Programs (ASP 1, 2, Gurukula). Doug manages Vasant Lad’s Vasanta Institute of Ayuveda (VIOA - Panchakarma services and Ayurveda trainings), and assists his private clinic in Pune India. Consultations of Ayurveda, Jyotish, Vastu, Agnihotra, and Marma are offered via Ayurprana's website (www.liveayurprana.com) or his personal website (www.ayurhealthcoach.com - donation based services). Doug collaborates with Ayurveda Institute, Ayurprana, VIOA, and Banyan Botanicals. Doug is an Ayurvedic Doctor Level Certified by NAMA (National Ayurvedic Medical Association). Doug is not a health care practitioner licensed by any state or jurisdiction in the USA.


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Mar
12
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Featured, Live On-Line, PACE On-Line Live, Topics in Ayurveda

PACE Orientation

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New to PACE or need a refresher? Join us for a PACE orientation where we will show you around the NAMA website, navigate through the Member Portal, showcase the Learning Management System for the free recordings for PACE, and help you understand how to track your PACE credit submissions.

Live Attendees will receive 1 PACE credit.

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Presenter:
Seva Van Why, NAMA PACE Manager, NAMACB Certification Manager

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Mar
24
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Live On-Line, Topics in Ayurveda, Seminars in Ayurveda

Ayurvedic View of Skin Care

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This seminar will cover Ayurvedic perspective of beauty and skin care and how it is different from the modern view of beauty and skin care.

Bio:
Supriya Bhat is an Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner and Yoga Teacher with 3+ years of experience. Owner of Ayurvedic Services and Products company, Prakriti Sattva LLC. Currently enrolled in the Ayurvedic Doctor Program at Kerala Ayurveda Academy, Milpitas.

Member of the Cupertino Union District Student Wellness Committee for the year 2023-24. Supriya is passionate about helping others to achieve their full health and well-being potential through Ayurveda and yoga. She is the owner of Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner and Yoga Teacher , Prakriti Sattva LLC, Santa Clara, CA 2022 - Present.

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Apr
28
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Seminars in Ayurveda, Topics in Ayurveda

Best Practices for Ayurvedic Healthcare of the LGBTQ+ Community

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with Anuradha Gupta, AD
The LGBTQ+ community faces a dual impact of greater healthcare issues due to marginalization, combined with unequal healthcare access and discrimination. There are inclusive references to the LGBTQ+ community in Vedic times and I have established best practices for providing culturally competent, affirming Ayurvedic healthcare management through my AD research which was peer-reviewed and selected for the 2024 NAMA conference Digital Poster Presentation. I would like to present these practices for Ayurveda Schools, Providers, Associations and other stakeholders to implement.

Bio:
Anuradha Gupta, AD is an Engineer, MBA, and 200 HYT. She is a Guest Faculty, Content Specialist and AP Mentor at Kerala Ayurveda, USA with her own practice, Ayurvedic Footprints. She is a prolific writer. Anu is an Art of Living meditator and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. She was on NAMA’s DEI committee, is on the Board of her local PFLAG and her AD Research was, “Establishing best practices for LGBTQ+ healthcare in Ayurveda”.

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May
19
5:00 PM17:00

Understanding the Dysregulation of the ANS in POTS/Dysautonomia: Can Ayurvedic approaches help?

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with Diana Lurie
This Seminar will provide an overview of POTS/dysautonomia from a biomedical perspective and then discuss Ayurvedic strategies that help to ameliorate symptoms.

Bio:
Dr. Diana I. Lurie, PhD., is a Professor Emeritus in the Skaggs School of Pharmacy at the University of Montana where she served as a faculty member for 27 years. She received her PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Pennsylvania. Her areas of interest are CNS dysfunction, neuroinflammation, and the response of the nervous system to natural products, including Ayurvedic herbs. Dr. Lurie lectures extensively both nationally and internationally on the intersection of biomedical research and integrative medical systems such as Ayurveda. Dr. Lurie is a NAMA-Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner.

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Jun
18
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Featured, Live On-Line, PACE On-Line Live, Topics in Ayurveda

PACE Orientation

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New to PACE or need a refresher? Join us for a PACE orientation where we will show you around the NAMA website, navigate through the Member Portal, showcase the Learning Management System for the free recordings for PACE, and help you understand how to track your PACE credit submissions.

Live Attendees will receive 1 PACE credit.

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Presenter:
Seva Van Why, NAMA PACE Manager, NAMACB Certification Manager

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Jun
23
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Live On-Line, Seminars in Ayurveda, Topics in Ayurveda

Applied Aspects of wrong Food Combinations - Common Myths, Misconceptions, Relevance in Modern Times

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with Janardhana V Hebbar
The wrong food combinations are explained by Acharya Vagbhata and Acharya Charaka in great detail. But often there are some misconceptions which need scientific, Shastra based clarifications. In this time and age, there are new ingredients which are not mentioned in the Shastra, so, there should be ways to elucidate modern day wrong food combinations.

Bio:
Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital, Founder of EasyAyurveda.com and Ayurmedinfo.com - Websites dedicated to give authentic, detailed Shastra and research based information about Ayurveda to the world.

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Jul
28
5:00 PM17:00

Rtu Chakra; Jyotish & the 6 seasons of the Mind

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with Ki Florence David
Using the Rtu Chakra to Unveil the Roots of the Emotional Mind - The Gut Brain of our Feelings we need to overcome or fall prey to!!

Bio:
Ki Florence-David AD, is a certified Scholar in both Parasara and Jaimini. She studied for many years with various astrology teachers in the US prior to finding her Paramguru Pandit Sanjay Rath in 2005 and studying in the lineage of Sri Achyutananda Das. She is also a student & Practitioner of Ashtanga & Kundalini Yoga & Sutras of Patanjali.

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Sep
17
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Featured, Live On-Line, PACE On-Line Live, Topics in Ayurveda

PACE Orientation

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  • Google Calendar ICS

New to PACE or need a refresher? Join us for a PACE orientation where we will show you around the NAMA website, navigate through the Member Portal, showcase the Learning Management System for the free recordings for PACE, and help you understand how to track your PACE credit submissions.

Live Attendees will receive 1 PACE credit.

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Presenter:
Seva Van Why, NAMA PACE Manager, NAMACB Certification Manager

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Sep
22
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Live On-Line, Seminars in Ayurveda

The Cosmic Path to Wellbeing: Vedic Astrology's Role in Ayurveda

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During this Seminar we will delve into the profound relationship between Jyotish (Vedic Astrology) and Ayurveda. This seminar will explore how the cosmic influences of planets and stars can impact our physical, mental, and emotional health, and how understanding these influences can enhance the practice of Ayurveda.

Bio:
Annette Shellenbarger is a practicing traditional Vedic Astrologer of Śri Actyutānanda Das Tradition, and a seasoned Ayurvedic and Panchakarma Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in Ayurveda. Annette is also a Registered Nurse with a background in Trauma Surgery and Oncology, as well as a Licensed Massage therapists. With a profound understanding of Ayurveda and Jyotish, Annette has helped countless individuals achieve optimal health and balance through personalized treatments, lifestyle recommendations, Panchakarma therapy, and Jyotish consultations. Her expertise in Vedic astrology complements their Ayurvedic practice, allowing for a deeper insight into the mind-body connection and providing clients with a unique, integrative approach to well-being. Annette is dedicated to empowering others to live harmonious and fulfilling lives. When not consulting, she enjoys traveling, exploring the rich cultural heritage of these timeless sciences, and being in nature.

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Oct
27
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Live On-Line, Seminars in Ayurveda, Topics in Sister Sciences

Yoga Nidra & Ayurveda, Nourishing Care of the Mind

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with Kari Nolan
Leads through definition, ancient & modern application, correct method & potential healing outcome, case study in Parkinson's, supportive Shamana Ayurveda & Hatha Yoga Chikitsa, sources & resources.

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Mar
18
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Featured, Live On-Line, PACE On-Line Live, Topics in Ayurveda

PACE Orientation

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New to PACE or need a refresher? Join us for a PACE orientation where we will show you around the NAMA website, navigate through the Member Portal, showcase the Learning Management System for the free recordings for PACE, and help you understand how to track your PACE credit submissions.

Live Attendees will receive 1 PACE credit.

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Presenter:
Seva Van Why, NAMA PACE Manager, NAMACB Certification Manager

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Jun
17
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Featured, Live On-Line, PACE On-Line Live, Topics in Ayurveda

PACE Orientation

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  • Google Calendar ICS

New to PACE or need a refresher? Join us for a PACE orientation where we will show you around the NAMA website, navigate through the Member Portal, showcase the Learning Management System for the free recordings for PACE, and help you understand how to track your PACE credit submissions.

Live Attendees will receive 1 PACE credit.

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Presenter:
Seva Van Why, NAMA PACE Manager, NAMACB Certification Manager

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Sep
16
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Featured, Live On-Line, PACE On-Line Live, Topics in Ayurveda

PACE Orientation

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  • Google Calendar ICS

New to PACE or need a refresher? Join us for a PACE orientation where we will show you around the NAMA website, navigate through the Member Portal, showcase the Learning Management System for the free recordings for PACE, and help you understand how to track your PACE credit submissions.

Live Attendees will receive 1 PACE credit.

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Presenter:
Seva Van Why, NAMA PACE Manager, NAMACB Certification Manager

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Nov
4
7:00 PM19:00
AD, AHC, AP, Live On-Line, Special Event, Topics in Ayurveda, Topics in Wellness

Annual Legal Update: Legal and Regulatory Trends Affecting the Practice of Ayurveda and Access to Botanical Products

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Topics in Ayurveda: 1 PACE Credit
Topics in Wellness: 1 PACE Credit 

Description: Attorneys Susan and Aubrey Etheridge and Product Development Specialist, Matthew Sadler, have graciously offered to volunteer their time to share their insights regarding legal and regulatory trends affecting the practice of Ayurveda and access to botanical products, including herbal medicines traditionally used in Ayurveda.  If you are an Ayurveda professional or you use or work with botanical products, you will not want to miss this presentation1 Susan, Aubrey, and Matt regularly work on the front lines to expand the legal practice of Ayurveda and maintain access to plant medicine. 

Objective: During the Annual Legal Update, you will learn about new and pending regulations and evolving regulatory trends impacting the practice of Ayurveda and sale of botanical products in the U.S.   Some items for discussion will include:

1. Compliance with the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act and FTC/FDA regulations
2. The impact of artificial intelligence on the practice of Ayurveda
3. Expansion of safe harbors law for Ayurveda professionals
4. How to identify compliant suppliers of Ayurveda products.  

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about and prepare for what is on the horizon for you and your business!

 

Presenters

Susan Etheridge is an attorney with over 30 years of legal experience. She is also a NAMA certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist. Susan currently serves as President of Alternative Health Law Firm. Her practice is primarily focused in the areas of alternative and integrative healthcare, technology, and the manufacture and distribution of botanical products. Susan has served in leadership roles involving access to plant medicine.  She is a graduate of Florida State University and Boston University School of Law, and she is a member of The Florida Bar and the National Ayurvedic Medical Association.

Aubrey Etheridge is an Associate Attorney at Alternative Health Law Firm. She assists clients in a variety of areas including corporate transactions, contracts, government affairs, international business, product development, and regulatory compliance.  Aubrey earned her Bachelor of Science in International Affairs from Florida State University and her Juris Doctor degree, as well as her international law certificate, from Florida State University College of Law. Aubrey is a member of The District of Columbia Bar and The Florida Bar.

Matthew Sadler is a Product Development Specialist with Alternative Health Law Firm.  He has over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and natural product industries, where he has led preclinical, clinical, and overall product development teams for many of the world’s largest R&D-based healthcare companies.  Matthew has extensive experience in the design and conduct of both qualitative and quantitative human efficacy/safety studies, and has strategically recruited and managed teams of world-class scientists – including a team with two Nobel laureates – for business and product development initiatives.  Matthew has considerable experience with both US and Canadian government regulators, and has been instrumental in the government approval of multiple medicines and botanical-based products that are marketed in both countries.


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Oct
28
5:00 PM17:00
Seminars in Ayurveda

Mental Health Remedies Through Vastu, Vedic Medical Astrology and Ayurveda

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Monday, October 28, 2024 at 5:00 pm with Michael Maestro, AP

Mental Health Remedies Through Vastu, Vedic Medical Astrology and Ayurveda with case studies.

Michael Maestro, AP

Michael Mastro is North America’s leading expert of Vastu and has corporate clients including Microsoft, Amazon, Boeing and Intel. He has also co-authored three award-winning books. Michael teaches courses in Vastu at the Chopra Center and Bastyr University. In 2015, he presented Vastu on the Doctor Oz Show This year, Michael was named one of the Top 100 Trailblazers in Yoga and Ayurveda in the World by Spirituality and Health Magazine. Vastucreations.com

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

  • Free & open to all; registration required

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Oct
9
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Featured, Live On-Line, PACE On-Line Live, Topics in Ayurveda

PACE Orientation

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New to PACE or need a refresher? Join us for a PACE orientation where we will show you around the NAMA website, navigate through the Member Portal, showcase the Learning Management System for the free recordings for PACE, and help you understand how to track your PACE credit submissions.

Live Attendees will receive 1 PACE credit.

Register Here

Presenter:
Seva Van Why, NAMA PACE Manager, NAMACB Certification Manager

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Sep
23
5:00 PM17:00
Seminars in Ayurveda

Ayurveda - Elder Home Care

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Monday, September 23, 2024 at 5:00 pm with Jaisri Lambert, AD

Ayurveda Elder Home Care, I feel is needed to provide culturally sensitive and nature-based care for elders whose families choose to keep their parents or grandparents at home. Elders remaining at home with family may fulfill their lives by showing more contentment and improved health markers, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Functionality and absence of symptoms through prevention according to Ayurveda, are to improve the quality of life in these modern times, when parents may both be working, and the generations need skilled help to provide support and care while keeping elders at home.

Jaisri Lambert, AD

"Dr. Jaisri M. Lambert began studying and teaching natural therapies in 1983 and came to Ayurveda in 1986. She became recognized as an Ayurveda Doctor in 2017 from NAMA. Jaisri has developed specialized mastery under her mentor Dr. Vasant Lad since 1988., developing skills in Nadi Pariksha (Pulse Assessment), Turiya Therapy (applied Marma Chikitsa for resolving psycho-spiritual trauma), Panchakarma (Cleansing & Rejuvenation Science), Women's Health, ‘Classroom Teaching Examples' (Guru Kulatradition) and now is developing training for Ayurveda Elder Care Aidesin Surrey, BC. She also hosts a twice-yearly Ayurveda mentorship online program for new practitioners and senior students. www.ayurveda-seminars.com Dr. Lambert was a founding member of the National Ayurveda Medical Association (NAMA) in the US in the 1990s, and is founder of Ayurveda Seminars & Consulting, and the Share Ayurveda Conference. In 2017, she created the Canada Ayurveda Research and Education Foundation (www.carefoundation.net ), & at age 70 has been developing programs in Ayurveda Elder Home Care.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

  • Free & open to all; registration required

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Sep
9
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Professional Mingle Literary Insights Series: Book Discussion - Ayurveda for Women, By Robert Svoboda

Monday, September 9th, 2024 at 5pm Pacific, with Melissa Camacho, ADLC

The First in a Series: NAMA Professional Mingle Literary Insights Series

This mingle will be helpful for professionals to know the different Ayurveda books from around the world, from the east to west. Reviewing the books can help one develop an Ayurvedic thought process through the recorded experience of Ayurvedic scholars. It can guide the professional to look at the same imbalance from different perspectives that can lead to unlimited healing possibilities.

Book in Review: Ayurveda for Women, By Robert Svoboda

Melissa Camacho is a NAMACB Ayurvedic Doctor Level Certified, teacher of Ayurveda, Licensed Acupuncturist, and Diplomate of Oriental Medicine with over 15 years of clinical experience. She is an alumna of Vasant Lad’s Ayurvedic Institute’s ASP2 program and Vaidya Jessica Vallella’s Ayu Academy’s Svastha Acharya program. She has a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine and is nationally board certified and state licensed in Arizona. Her clinic–Sedona Sol Acupuncture & Ayurveda, thrives in Sedona, AZ as well as online via telehealth consultations. She teaches Ayurveda at conferences, online, and locally in the Southwest. She specializes in women’s health, digestion, and covid support.

DETAILS

  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Aug
26
5:00 PM17:00
Seminars in Ayurveda

The Art of Balancing the Self and Work

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The Art of Balancing the Self and Work

Monday, August 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm with Monica Bloom, AP

How to stay balanced in a busy, fast-paced modern lifestyle. Monica B walks you through her struggles to balance life as a new mom, business leader, a 3-hour daily commute, and her side hustle passion as an Ayurveda blogger. She burnt out. And then she used Ayurveda to fix it and thrive. In this seminar, she will tell you how she did it.

Monica Bloom, AP

Monica Bloom is an enthusiastic Ayurvedic coach and speaker. After living at the intersection of a stressful corporate job, a three-hour daily commute, motherhood, and a side hustle, Monica became the expert at tucking Ayurveda neatly into a busy modern life. Monica has been blessed to teach mindset, wellbeing and high performance, based on Ayurveda for companies like Deloitte, Genentech, Pandora, VitaminT/Aquent, Airbnb and more.

DETAILS

  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

  • Free & open to all; registration required

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Aug
12
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Student Members Mingle: Ayurvedic Massage and Bodywork

Monday, August 12th, 2024 at 5pm Pacific, with Seva Van Why, AP, LMT, HHP, RYT

Ayurvedic body therapies are an integral component into the ayurvedic health programs that you as a practitioner will be educating your clients about for self care and prevention, and recommend to your clients for deeper therapeutic and balancing purposes. Join me in a discussion about indications and contraindications for referring treatments, and how to find training if you are inspired to pursue being a therapist yourself.

Seva Van Why is a passionate and perpetual student of Ayurveda and higher learning for 25 years. She runs a successful Ayurvedic Lifestyle consulting practice involving Ayurvedic Body Therapies as her special niche. Seva is a retired midwife, a holistic educator, Ayurvedic Body Therapy instructor, and has held staff positions at The Chopra Center, Optimum Health Institute, and California College of Ayurveda. She is the author of The Ayurveda Spa Therapy Manual, Dough Basti Manual, and founder of Seva Ayurveda Academy where she offers certification in Ayurvedic Bodywork Technician and Marma Therapy. www.sevaayurveda.com

DETAILS

  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Jul
22
5:00 PM17:00
Seminars in Ayurveda

Ayurvedic Wisdom to Prevent Mental Illness

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Ayurvedic Wisdom to Prevent Mental Illness

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 5:00 pm with Jaya Daptardar, AD

Ayurveda believes health to be a balance of mental, physical, and spiritual wellness. Our physical and mental health is intertwined, and we must look at ourselves in this holistic light. The physical body has three psycho-biological components, each administering various elements of the human body. Concerning mental health is thought of, as a blurring of recognition, and loss of understanding. Ayurveda says the loss of knowledge isn’t the reason, but the real reason is ignorance resulting in mental health wellness. This seminar will focus on how Ayurveda's Wisdom helps in preventing mental health issues.

Jaya Daptardar, AD

Dr. Jaya Daptardar is an internationally renowned Ayurveda expert, writer, entrepreneur, healthcare executive, speaker, and licensed Esthetician. She is an Ayurvedic doctor and has a Master's in healthcare administration & management in the USA.

DETAILS

  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

  • Free & open to all; registration required

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Jul
10
5:00 PM17:00
AD, AHC, AP, Featured, Live On-Line, PACE On-Line Live, Topics in Ayurveda

PACE Orientation

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New to PACE or need a refresher? Join us for a PACE orientation where we will show you around the NAMA website, navigate through the Member Portal, showcase the Learning Management System for the free recordings for PACE, and help you understand how to track your PACE credit submissions.

Live Attendees will receive 1 PACE credit.

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Presenter:
Seva Van Why, NAMA PACE Manager, NAMACB Certification Manager

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Jul
8
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Professional Members Mingle: Ayurveda Across Cultures: An international perspective on healing methods across the globe

Monday, July 8th, 2024 at 5pm Pacific, with Sarah Dunfee, CAP

This presentation will discuss cultural practices such as seasonal traditions, native herbs & foods, and eating & healing traditions from different parts of the world. Heritage is created in relation to the climate and geography of the landscape of the region, where local ingredients and preparation styles are used to keep people of the land healthy and long-living. Practices from other countries to stay strong and eliminate illness may not use Ayurvedic nomenclature as labels, but closely reflect Ayurvedic principles.

Practitioners will take away perspectives on Ayurveda around the world, diversify their practices with knowledge of native regional sources, and learn how to apply their standard of Ayurveda to people of different regions for a more well-rounded practice.

Sarah Dunfee has been a NAMA Professional Member since 2017. She studied her Counselors training and Panchakarma Apprenticeship in 2016-17 with Dr. Light Miller at the Ayurvedic College for Wellbeing, then moved on to complete her Practitioner training at The Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She has also done hands-on training at Vaidyagrama: Healing Village in Coimbatore, India, along with two 200-hr Yoga Teacher Trainings in Mysore and Vrindavan, India.

Sarah teaches as a faculty member for Chopra's online Health Certification Programs and Banyan Botanicals Living Ayurveda Internship programs. She is also an author of Ayurveda articles on chopra.com. She operates her hybrid Ayurveda practice, Bhumi Shakti Ayurveda, LLC, offering treatments and consultations. She currently serves as a NAMA Professional sub-committee member.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Jun
24
5:00 PM17:00
Seminars in Ayurveda

Digital Detox for Your Eyes - Through an Ayurvedic Lens

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Monday, June 24, 2024 at 5:00 pm with Seva Van Why, AP, LMT, HHP, RYT

Rejuvenate your eyes and sense organs from digital overload using Ayurvedic self care techniques.

Seva Van Why

Seva Van Why, AP, LMT, HHP, RYT

Seva Van Why is a passionate and perpetual student of Ayurveda and higher learning for 25 years. She runs a successful Ayurvedic Lifestyle consulting practice involving Ayurvedic Body Therapies as her special niche. Seva is a retired midwife, a holistic educator, Ayurvedic Body Therapy instructor, and has held staff positions at The Chopra Center, Optimum Health Institute, and California College of Ayurveda. She is the author of The Ayurveda Spa Therapy Manual, Dough Basti Manual, and founder of Seva Ayurveda Academy where she offers certification in Ayurvedic Bodywork Technician and Marma Therapy. www.sevaayurveda.com

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Jun
10
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Student Members Mingle: PanchaKarma and Marma Therapy

Monday, June 10th, 2024 at 5pm Pacific, with Corinna Maharani

We delve into the profound PanchaKarma process, a timeless healing ritual renowned for its ability to cleanse and rejuvenate the body. We will explore the significance of Marma points within PanchaKarma, illuminating their crucial role in this ancient science. Our discussions will encompass the meticulous preparations, the core processes, and the rejuvenation phase of PanchaKarma, guiding us through each step with reverence and clarity. Additionally, we will deepen our understanding of the diverse types of toxins that we conscientiously eliminate, ensuring a safe and comprehensive cleanse. Central to our exploration will be the intricate network of channels within the body and the vital detoxification organs. Through a brief yet insightful client study, we will witness the transformative power of PanchaKarma firsthand. Supported by scientific insights, we will delve into the evidence-based benefits of this sacred practice, enriching our knowledge base. Together, let us embark on a journey of discovery and healing through the timeless wisdom of PanchaKarma.

PanchaKarma expert, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, teacher, herbalist and author Corinna Maharani is an Ayurvedic practitioner with 30 years of experience teaching and practicing Ayurveda in the USA and Germany. She graduated from one of the first Ayurveda programs held at the Maharishi International University, Iowa, in 1989. There she also met her lifelong teacher, Vaidya R.K. Mishra, who was considered one of the most brilliant minds in Ayurveda history. He stemmed from a lineage of Ayurvedic healers that dated back 126 generations. It is from that living tradition that she shares her love of Ayurveda. Corinna has owned and operates her own Ayurveda clinic in Santa Barbara since 2000. She is a frequent speaker and published writer on the topic of Ayurveda. She has been the director of the Pancha Karma educational program, at the Kanyakumari Ayurveda & Yoga School, in Wisconsin, for 15 years. Her goal is to deepen our understanding of this holistic science and help us apply these ancient principles in our modern times.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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May
27
5:00 PM17:00
Seminars in Ayurveda

Effects of Ayurvedic Body therapies on General Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

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Effects of Ayurvedic Body therapies on General Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

Monday, May 27, 2024 at 5:00 pm with Manas Kshirsagar, AD

In this seminar, I will dive deeper into the principles and treatments of Ayurveda and explore how the different Ayurvedic pathways impact anxiety levels among patients suffering from GAD. A complete Ayurvedic plan of treatment which focuses on diet, lifestyle, and multi modality approaches such as Panchakarma, Shirodhara, Abhyanga etc. focuses on the overall emotional, physical, and mental well-being of a human body. You will learn some of the upcoming research on ayurvedic body therapies specifically in relation to Generalized Anxiety Disorder.

Manas Kshirsagar, AD

Dr. Manas Kshirsagar is a NAMA Board Certified Ayurvedic Doctor. He comes from a Rig Vedic Brahmin tradition with an extensive Ayurvedic background. He is a Health Educator, who is passionate about health and fitness. He has worked with clients of all age groups and specializes in Lifestyle Medicine. Manas also believes that our mental and emotional state greatly affect our health and has led many patients from a state of chronic stress and disease to leading a more balanced, meaningful and joyful life.

DETAILS

  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

  • Free & open to all; registration required

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NAMA Conference 2024: Ayurveda Sustainable Traditional Medicine
May
16
to May 19
NAMA Conference, Special Event

NAMA Conference 2024: Ayurveda Sustainable Traditional Medicine

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May 16-19, 2024 | Grand Hyatt Vail | Vail, Colorado

Balancing Tradition at the Crossroads of Environment, Sustainability and Technology

Ayurveda is not only a profound approach to well-being but also a beacon of sustainability in today's world. Rooted in the principles of harmony with nature, Ayurveda advocates for a balanced lifestyle that promotes both individual health and the well-being of the planet.

At its core, Ayurveda aligns with sustainable practices that reduce the strain on the Earth's resources and contribute to biodiversity preservation by emphasizing the importance of eco-friendly habits, encouraging mindful and conscious living, therefore promoting an awareness of the impact our choices have on the environment. 

By practicing self-awareness and making conscious decisions, individuals can reduce excess consumption and waste, fostering a culture of sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Whether you are a new to ayurveda, a student of ayurveda or a long-time professional of ayurveda, there will be takeaways that you’ll be able to implement into your life and your practice upon your return home.

We are busy behind the scenes working hard to bring you an unforgettable experience. From activations that will delight your senses, to business & networking sessions that will help grow your practice to learning from amazing speakers and clinical research presentations that will expand your knowledge, our goal is to welcome you and excite you about the possibilities of what ayurveda can bring to your life, your family and the wellbeing of the planet.

Set in one of nature’s most iconic playgrounds, Vail, Colorado is a must visit location. Bring the kids, bring the dogs- the whole family is welcome to enjoy an experience like no other.

Come join us for an amazing interactive conference!

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE:

May 16- Thursday evening: Registration & Welcome Reception

May 17- Friday: 8am-6pm Keynote Speaker | Conference Sessions | Afternoon Practicums

May 18- Saturday: 8am-6pm Keynote Speaker | Conference Sessions

May 19- Sunday: 8am-noon Conference Sessions | Closing Panel

May 19- Sunday: 2pm-5pm Post Conference Practicum (additional fee)

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May
6
to Aug 11
AD, AHC, AP, Featured, Live On-Line

Ashtanga Hridayam V

Topics in Ayurveda: 30 PACE Credits

Course Description:
Ashtanga Hridayam is one of the three major literary works of Ayurveda. Ashtanga Hridayam Part V of the course will include Sutrasthana Chapters 13-15. These chapters deal with the fundamental concepts of treatment and the logic of formulations in Ayurveda. A deep knowledge of these topics is essential for developing skills in diagnosis as well as treatment. Completing parts I, II, III, or IV is not necessary to understand and enjoy Part V. In Ashtanga Hridayam V you will be learning the core concepts of Ayurvedic diagnosis, treatment, and formulations. Ashtanga Hridayam Part V of the course will include Sutrasthana Chapters 13-15.

These chapters deal with the fundamental concepts of treatment and the logic of formulations in Ayurveda. A deep knowledge of these topics are essential for developing skills in diagnosis as well as treatment. Chapter 13 called Doṣopakramaṇīyaṃ deals with principles of formulating treatments to stabilize the doṣhas. Chapter 14 called Dvividhopakramaṇīyaṃ deals with principles of treatment that balance the metabolism of the body. Chapter 15 called Śodhanādigaṇasaṅgrahaṃ lists the various formulations used for śodhana and management of diseases to correct imbalance of the doṣhas.SCU’s Ayurveda program is offering this course in collaboration with Amrita School of Ayurveda at the Amrita Viswa Vidyapeetham, an Indian university.

Course Objectives:
1) Learn essential Sanskrit terminologies of Ayurveda and will be able to use them without translations.
2) Learn how to formulate treatments targeting specific dosha imbalances.
3) Learn how to formulate treatments targeting dual and triple combination of doṣhas.
4) Learn how to distinguish the Āma and Nirāma stages of disease.
5) Learn about the timings for administration of medicines.
6) Learn about Bṛmhaṇa and Laṅghana methods of treatment as well as their classification
7) Learn about six fold treatment.
8) Learn about the classification of Śamana and Śodhana methods of treatment.
9) Learn about the formulations for management of Obesity and Emaciation.
10) Learn about formulations for cleansing procedures.
11) Learn about formulations for managing diseases on the basis of doṣha imbalance.

Name (s) of Faculty Member (s):
Anupama Kizhakkeveettil, BAMS, MAOM, L.AC, FAIHM, C-IAYT, PHD
Rammanohar, BAMS, MA AYURVED

Course Delivery Method:
Live (On Line)

Course Start Date:
May 6, 2024

Start Time:
6:00 pm PST

Course End Date:
August 19, 2024

End Time:
8:00 pm PST

Discount Description:
Early Registration Discount (by April 15th) - $250

Course Registration URL:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ashtanga-hridayam-part-v-online-course-tickets-829270689957?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Apr
22
5:00 PM17:00
Seminars in Ayurveda

Herbalism and the Polyvagal Theory

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Herbalism and the Polyvagal Theory

Monday, April 22, 2024 at 5:00 pm with Elizabeth Guthrie, AHC

Polyvagal theory helps us to understand more clearly how the vagus nerve responds to trauma and what we can do to alleviate the symptoms of unresolved trauma. Ayurveda holds many therapies that can help a person who is struggling with unresolved trauma. In this seminar, we will discuss the basics of polyvagal theory, why someone may respond differently based on their nervous system state, and how that might inform our choice of Ayurvedic protocol.

Elizabeth Guthrie, CAP

Elizabeth Guthrie is an herbalist and the best-selling author of The Trauma Informed Herbalist. They are a board-certified practitioner, hold a PhD in Natural Medicine with a specialization in naturopathic psychology, and have a Master's of Public Health in Functional Nutrition.  They have helped create research for UAB hospital’s Integrative Medicine clinic, teach practitioners online, and work as a wellness practitioner and yoga instructor. Elizabeth’s personal experiences led her to begin studying trauma and its effects on the body and mind. Now they help others to learn how natural wellness can be safely and effectively implemented as part of a trauma recovery journey.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

  • Free & open to all; registration required

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Apr
19
to May 31
AHC, AP, Live On-Line, Topics in Ayurveda, Featured

Breakthrough to Self-Empowerment Ayurveda Mentorship Program Spring 2024

Topics in Ayurveda = 14 PACE Credits

Course Description:
This seminar is growing in participation and popularity, both with senior students and newer practitioners of Ayurveda, to support the sensitive Case Management Process, according to the classic Eight-Fold Assessment. Now, for the Spring 2024 semester, registration is the strongest ever!Value to participants most often heard; collegial trust, and academic acuity, according to feedback, all highly appreciative so far. Professional support, sharing and development are commonly mentioned as benefits. A further 10% tuition discount has been implemented for returning participants who completed a prior semester. This program is moderated to help make the best use of time together, this forum is evolving to fill the needs for developing a strong professional foundation in Ayurveda. NAMA PACE credits apply for members. Enquire about other membership Continuing Education Units.

Course Objectives:
1. Gain a sense of belonging with other practitioners, and commitment to professional community development and support after the program with our Facebook Group.
2. Feel seen and heard upon completion of our online healing circle.
3. Take away valuable knowledge from in-depth discussions on Client-Based Case Assessment.
4. Apply the Ashta Vidha Pariksha assessment method with clients.

Name (s) of Faculty Member (s):
Jaisri M. Lambert Ayurveda Dr. (NAMA)
Bio: https://www.ayurveda-seminars.com/jaisri-m-lambert

Course Delivery Method:
Live (On Line)

Course Dates:
Fridays April 19 - May 31, 2024

Start Time:
10am PST

End Time:
12pm PST

Course Pre-Requisite:
600 hrs. of NAMA-approved education or equivalent.

Course Registration URL:
https://www.ayurveda-seminars.com/coursesandevents

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Apr
10
to Aug 11
AD, AHC, AP, Topics in Ayurveda, Topics in Sister Sciences, Live In-Person

AYURVEDA AND THE MIND A 3-Part Series

Topics in Ayurveda: 53 PACE Credits
Topics in Sister Sciences: 12 PACE Credits

Course Description:
The Kripalu School of Ayurveda (KSA) presents: Ayurveda and the Mind—a brand new, three-part series consisting of a five-day on campus program in April, an evening online program from April–June, and a five-day on campus program in September. This is a unique opportunity to join a cohort of other Ayurvedic practitioners as you learn from expert KSA faculty about mental wellness—an extremally relevant and important topic, especially now. All of the programs in this series are intended to deepen your personal and professional Ayurvedic study and practices. NOTE Programs can be taken as stand-alones or together as a bundle. There is a 10% discount when you book all three programs as a bundle.

Course Objectives:
1. Be able to guide clients/students into an inquiry around an embodied experience of suffering with the framework of manovaha srotas
2. Provide herbal recommendations for reducing the root cause of anxiety and depression
3. Utilizing food, breathwork, yoga asana and meditation as tools for healing blockages in manovaha srotas

Course Dates:
April 10, 2024-Septebmer 14, 2024

Start Time:
7pm ET

End Time:
12pm ET

Course Delivery Method:
Live (In Person)
Live In Person Address:
57 Interlaken Road Stockbridge MA (Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health)

Name (s) of Faculty Member (s):
Scott Blossom, Kate O'Donnell, Claudia Welch, Anusha Sehgal

Course Registration URL:
https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/ayurveda-and-mind-3-part-series

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Apr
8
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Student Members Mingle: Establishing an Ayurvedic Herbal Apothecary

Monday, April 8th, 2024 at 5pm Pacific, with Vishnu Dass, NAMA AD

Join Vishnu Dass for an exploration into the development of your own Ayurvedic herbal apothecary. Having a well-established herbal pharmacy is an invaluable way to quickly meet the needs of each client and to minimize wait time in the dispensing of herb remedies. Also, being able to see and smell herbal medicines being prepared on-site, offers a unique, full sensory experience to everyone who visits your clinic. In this interactive lecture, participants will explore key points for developing and maintaining an herbal pharmacy including the selection and sourcing of classical and contemporary formulation, traditional herbs as well as other supplies and materials needed to maintain a thriving practice. Since there are uncountable classical formulations and traditional herbs used in Ayurveda, Vishnu will share practical tips for herbal product selection, based on the type of practice you have or envision.

Vishnu Dass, NAMA AD is a clinical herbalist, massage therapist, author, and educator with 24 years full-time clinical and teaching experience. He studied and trained under the guidance of Dr. Vasant Lad. His first studies in herbal medicine where at the East West School of Herbology. He established Blue Lotus Ayurveda & Panchakarma clinic in Asheville, NC in 2001. He currently serves as teaching faculty for the Ayurvedic Institute and Mt. Madonna Institute of Ayurveda. His years of hands-on experience and knowledge of traditional and Western herbal medicine are woven together in his practical and inspired teaching style. He is the author of Ayurvedic Herbology East & West and Vishnu’s Kitchen.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Apr
2
to Aug 11
Featured, AP, AHC, AD, Live In-Person, Topics in Ayurveda

AYURVEDA THERAPIST ( PARICHARAKA) TRAINING PROGRAM

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PACE: 700 TIA (Topics in Ayurveda) Credits

Topics in Ayurveda:
700 hours

Course Description:
The Ayurveda Therapist training program is a 6 month in person residential training to learn the basics of Ayurveda along with 35-40 classical therapies in a very natural setting of an Ayurveda hospital in Rural India.

Course Objectives:
1. The course will help the students in learning and practicing a sustainable skill in these times when Ayurveda is regaining prominence worldwide as the medical system of choice for efficacy and sustainability.
2. Graduates will be qualified to appropriately perform over 35 traditional procedures or operations, including pre-operative and post-operative care.
3. The trained Therapists will be proficient in patient management, herbal preparations, operations, sanitation, and team communications.
4. This course is being conducted for fulfilling a long-standing need to train Certified Ayurveda Therapists in traditional techniques and operations for Ayurveda healing.
5. This Training Program presents a new benchmark in the training and development of Certified Ayurveda Therapists while supporting the restoration of scriptural Ayurveda from ancient texts. Ayurveda Therapists can be employed in natural settings such as Ayurveda clinics and treatment centers in India, and in the Spa industry internationally.

SYLLABUS

Name (s) of Faculty Member (s):
Ramadas A R, BAMS

Provider/Faculty Bio:
Punarnava Ayurveda Trust is a public charitable trust registered in Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, India and is a NAMA organizational member. Ayurveda promotion is one of the main objectives of the trust. Online and in person Ayurveda courses are conducted through out the year to Indian and International Students of Ayurveda. There is great demand for Ayurveda therapists all over the world and there are only few organizations that teach Authentic Ayurveda therapies. Authentic Ayurveda for universal well being is the mission of the trust and Vaidyagrama which is the Ayurveda hospital which gives the practical experience for the students.

Course Delivery Method:
Live (In Person)
Live In Person Address:
Vaidyagrama Ayurveda Healing Village, 15, Rottigoundanur Road, Thirumalayampalayam PO, Via Madukkarai, Coimbatore 641105

State:
Tamil Nadu

Country:
India

Course Dates:
April 2, 2024 to Sept 27, 2024

Start Time:
6 am on April 2, 2024 IST

End Time:
1 pm on Sept 27, 2024 IST

Discount Description::
10% for NAMA Members - Request your Discount

Course Registration URL:
https://www.vaidyagrama.com/therapist.html

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Mar
25
5:00 PM17:00
Seminars in Ayurveda

Mindfulness Permeates all Ayurvedic Therapies

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Mindfulness Permeates all Ayurvedic Therapies

Monday, March 25, 2024 at 5:00 pm with Jessica Ferrol, CAD

Mindfulness is the foundation of all Ayurvedic therapies. In the context of this seminar, mindfulness refers to an intentional turning towards the annamaya kosha, pranamaya kosha, manomaya kosha and vijnanamaya kosha. This is a key element in dinacharya and its absence has the potential of making these practices ineffective. A successful Ayurvedic practitioner weaves mindfulness into their work by teaching clients how to use ayurvedic therapies to awaken to the present moment.

Jessica Ferrol, CAD

Jessica is a licensed mental health therapist, a NAMA certified Ayurvedic Doctor, a level 2 Hakomi practitioner and a certified yoga therapist. She has extensive training in herbalism, pancha karma and polyvagal theory. She provides both counseling and ayurvedic consulting and specializes in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, body image issues and dysmorphia, and general life transitions. She brings the fields of psychology, eastern philosophy and neuroscience together to form a thorough understanding of how to find the way back to balance.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Mar
18
4:00 PM16:00
Special Event

NAMA Grand Rounds: Diabetes - Prameha

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The NAMA BAMS Task Force hosts a presentation of Diabetes - Prameha: Case Studies will be presented by 2 Ayurvedic experts. 

KP Khalsa, AD, DN-C, RH

Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa, Yogaraj (Ayurveda), A.D., D.N.-C, R.H., has over 50 years of experience in holistic medicine, and is one of the foremost natural healing experts in North America. Khalsa is President Emeritus of the American Herbalists Guild, director emeritus of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association, and is a respected teacher, writer and lecturer.

Heidi Nordlund, AD

Heidi Nordlund is a NAMA certified Ayurvedic Doctor who has completed the most advanced Ayurvedic training available in the United States from Alandi Ayurveda Gurukula in Boulder, CO, with Alakananda Ma and Bharat Vaidya. She has multiple certification degrees in Ayurvedic Medicine. She is a Pancha Karma Technician and Postpartum Specialist and has earned certifications from the Ayurvedic Institute with Vasant Lad in herbal medicine, clinical practicum, pulse reading, and healing of vital energy points. Heidi is a Professional Member of NAMA and has served on the NAMA committee for the development of the Ayurvedic Doctor Exam.

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  • 4:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 5:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 6:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 7:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Mar
16
to Aug 11
AD, AHC, AP, Featured, Live In-Person

PanchaKarma Technician – Professional Certification Training

Topics in Ayurveda = 200
Topics in Wellness = 50
Topics in Sister Sciences = 50

Course Description
This training is designed for bodyworkers and Ayurvedic Health Counselors (AHC), Ayurvedic practitioner (CAP) or doctors, who wish to implement the artful treatment techniques of Ayurveda Sacred Bodywork™ and PanchaKarma into their Ayurvedic practice, PanchaKarma clinic or spa. This vocational training includes a series of 12 Online classes, held over the course of 3-month, a 14-day practicum for live, hands-on learning, and an additional 3-month of guided supervision, in order to gain the needed experience and confidence before graduating. The 300 hour training will take atleast 6-months to complete. 12-online classes over a course of 3-months, 14-days of practicum (individually scheduled for 2-4 students) during the first 3-months, as well as 3-months of guided supervision and support before graduating.

Course Objective
Graduates will be allotted the skills and professionalism needed to perform Ayurvedic Sacred Bodywork™, Marma therapy and PanchaKarma (the later only under the guidance of an Ayurvedic practitioner or doctor). They may not claim to ether diagnose, treat or heal disease; this is always reserved to a medical professional. Students will be versed in all classical PanchaKarma therapies, including their application for śamana and śodhana cikitsā, all indications, counter indications, set-up, preparations, client care, follow-up, and all details attaining to Ayurvedic Sacred Bodywork™, Marma therapy and PanchaKarma. These include Abhyanga, Svedana, Marma, Shirodhara, external Basti, Netra, Virechana, Vamana and Basti (based on State guidelines), Nasya, Pinda, Udvartana, Lepana, Upanaham, Picu

Details

Provider Name Maharani Academy

Provider Bio Corinna Maharani is an Ayurvedic practitioner with over 30 years of experience, teaching and practicing Ayurveda in the USA and Germany. She graduated from one of the first Ayurveda programs held at the Maharishi International University, Iowa, in 1989. There she also met her lifelong teacher, Vaidya R.K. Mishra, who was considered one of the most brilliant minds in Ayurvedic history and taught her directly from his ancient lineage. It is from this living tradition, the Shaka Vansiya (SV) Ayurveda lineage, that she teaches and shares her love for Ayurveda with her clients and students.

Faculty Corinna Maharani

Course Delivery Method:
Live (In Person) - 14 day Practicum
Live Online - Weekly Remote Classess
Live In Person Address:
1605 Bath Street #2
Santa Barbara, CA

Course Registration URL:
https://www.maharaniacademy.com/panchakarma-training

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Mar
11
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Professional Members Mingle: Timing Treatments for Better Results with Vedic Astrology

Monday, March 11th, 2024 at 5pm Pacific, with Elliot Hocker

Ancient Vedic astrology techniques teach how to choose the best time to begin medical treatment according to a client's birth chart. This includes choosing specific days of the week, lunar days, lunar constellations, rising signs, and placement of planets to select the ideal "muhūrta" -- moment in time -- to begin pañcakarma and other treatments. We will focus on weekdays for this presentation. 

Elliot Hocker is a lifelong student of Vedic Astrology and Sanskrit. After attending the California College of Ayurveda, Elliot began studying Vedic astrology and then moved to Varanasi, India at the age of 21. He completed his Sanskrit diploma at Sampurnānanda Sanskrit University and his B.A. in Astronomy (Gaṇita Jyotiṣa) from Banaras Hindu University. Elliot practices as a full-time astrologer, teacher, and writer. He offers beginner, intermediate, and advanced level classes for Jyotiṣa and Sanskrit.

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Feb
26
5:00 PM17:00
Seminars in Ayurveda

Ayurvedic management of PCOS

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Ayurvedic management of PCOS

Monday, February 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm with Simmi Chopra Bhatia, CAP

PCOS, a hidden epidemic - The growing adulteration of food and unhealthy lifestyle with extreme stress has led to hormonal imbalance in women starting from as young as 8 years old. Genetic propensity makes the problem worse. We will look at the Ayurvedic perspective and management of PCOS during this seminar. Symptoms (rupa) can range from mild to extreme and can lead to insulin resistance, obesity, hirsutism and much more. Brief description of PCOS from mainstream medicine will be given.

Simmi Chopra Bhatia, CAP

Simmi Chopra Bhatia is an Ayurvedic Doctor from Kerala Ayurveda and practices in NYC at SIDH Ayur. Simmi has a double Masters in Biostatistics & Molecular Biology from Rutgers University & JNU. 

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Feb
12
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Student Members Mingle: Everything You Need to Know About NAMACB Exams & Board Certification

Monday, February 12, 2024 at 5pm Pacific, with Prasad Vinjamury and Seva Van Why, HHP, AHC, LMT

Be sure to join this very important conversation regarding all things Board Certification. Dr. Vinjamury, Chair of the NAMACB committee, and Seva Van Why, Certification Administrator, will be presenting. They will walk you through the exam process, explain why becoming board certified is important, help you navigate the website, and answer any questions.

Dr. Sivarama “Prasad” Vinjamury graduated from the University of Kerala, India earning a Doctor of Medicine in Ayurveda degree. He then received his Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine degree from Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) and subsequently Master of Public Health degree from Cal State Fullerton. Recently, he received the Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine degree from Pacific College of Health and Science. Dr. Vinjamury is the Chair of the NAMACB Committee.

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Seva Van Why, HHP, LMT, is the Certification and Continuing Education (PACE) Administrator for NAMACB, as well as the Chair of the Education Committee. She also runs a successful private practice specializing in Ayurvedic consultations and body therapies. A perpetual and passionate student of Ayurveda, she is also a holistic educator and Ayurvedic Body therapy instructor.

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Jan
22
5:00 PM17:00
Seminars in Ayurveda

Conquering Diabetes with Ayurveda KP Khalsa

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Monday, January 22, 2024 at 5:00 pm with Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa, A.D., D.N.-C., R.H.

What began as a growing endemic throughout Western culture has become a worldwide health crisis. Diabetes mellitus encompasses a group of diseases that affect how the body uses glucose. Furthermore, diabetes can lead to unhealthy glucose levels in the bloodstream, which can cause serious health problems.Ayurveda is well suited to alleviate the symptoms of diabetes (“Prameha”), reverse the process and even help to prevent it. This webinar gives profound insight into the samprapti of diabetes, examining dosha, dhatu and srotas at varying stages and between different types of the disease, as well as successful remedies.There is no silver bullet for treating the many manifestations of diabetes. However, we do have time-tested, powerful Ayurvedic methods and remedies that give hope to the management and prevention of diabetes.

Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa

Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa, A.D., D.N.-C., R.H.

Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa, A.D., D.N.-C., R.H., is an herbalist, nutritionist, yoga teacher and educator who has been making holistic health approaches palatable to the modern mind for over 50 years. He was the first person to be professionally certified in both herbalism and Ayurveda in the U.S. He is president emeritus of the American Herbalists Guild, and director emeritus of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Jan
8
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Professional Members Mingle: Redefining Peak Performance in the Workplace, Through the Lens of Ayurveda

Monday, January 8, 2024, with Jaclyn Andrews

As the boundaries of work-life and personal life become less defined, we’ll look at how Ayurveda can help improve work performance and increase longevity through work-life flow solutions and group initiatives.

Jaclyn Andrews attended the Mount Madonna Institute in Santa Cruz, California where she became certified as an Ayurvedic Health Counselor. She has been in practice for six years and specializes in work-life-flow solutions. Raven is passionate about bringing Ayurveda to the workplace because the workplace, coupled with poor diet and lifestyle choices, brought Ayurveda to her.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Dec
11
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Student Members Mingle: A Day in the life of an Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist

Monday, December 11 2023, with Susan Bass, M.S., AD, C-IAYT, Julia Abramova, AHC AYT, Cory Tixier, CAP AYT, and Jeff Perlman, CAP AYT

Come meet with members of the NAMA Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy committee on December 11, 2023.  They will be sharing their inspiration for becoming NAMA Ayurvedic Yoga Therapists and how they are using it now to benefit their clients and students as well as enhancing their Ayurvedic business.

Susan Bass, M.S., AD, C-IAYT,

Susan Bass holds a Master of Science in Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine from Maharishi University.  She is the founder and lead instructor of the Sarasvati Institute of Ayurveda & Yoga Therapy, which is a NAMAC recognized program.  Susan is also Adjunct Faculty at the National University of Natural Medicine as well as the Chair of the NAMA and NAMAC Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Subcommittee.

Julia Abramova

Julia Abramova is an Integrative Wellness Practitioner specializing in Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy, Somatic Experiencing ™, Sound Therapy and Energy Healing.

Cory Tixier

Cory Tixier is a NAMA certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, Panchakarma therapist, Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist and Professional Ayurvedic Continuing Education provider with over a decade of clinical and teaching experience. Cory served as faculty and assistant to Dr. Vasant Lad at his schools and clinics in both the US and India. Through her private practice, Cory provides personalized health guidance, mentorship programs, and traditional Ayurvedic therapies.

Jeff Perlman

Jeff studied nutrition in college before attending the Cordon Bleu in France and worked as a professional chef for 15 years. He graduated from the California College of Ayurveda and The Ayurvedic Institute. He is a Nama Professional Practitioner, Certified Panchakarma Specialist, a Registered Clinical AHG Herbalist, and a Licensed Massage Therapist. He is certified as a Yoga Therapist by the National Ayurvedic Medical Association, the International Association of Yoga Therapists, and the BKS Iyengar Yoga Association.

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  • 5:00 P.M. PACIFIC | 6:00 P.M. MOUNTAIN | 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL | 8:00 P.M. EASTERN

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Nov
13
5:00 PM17:00
Member Mingles

Professional Members Mingle: Authenticity in Practice: Honoring Your Unique Voice as a Practitioner

Monday, November 13, 2023, with Cristina dos Santos, CAP

Authenticity in Practice: Honoring Your Voice with Cristina dos Santos, CAP

Practicing Ayurveda is not a cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all career path. During this interactive Professional Member Mingle, participants will learn how to share their valuable, authentic voice for a successful Ayurveda practice.

Cristina Dos Santos

Cristina dos Santos, CAP is a NAMA Board Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, published author, and the current Chair of the Professional Members Subcommittee. Cristina founded Truly Well, her innovative Ayurveda company that seamlessly blends Eastern and Western wellness approaches, over five years ago. Over the years of wellness entrepreneurship Cristina's journey has centered on the nuanced challenge of shaping her distinct practice style and sharing her unique voice and perspective on Ayurveda with the world.

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