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Ayurvedic Head Massage Online Training


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Topics in Ayurveda: 18 PACE

Topics in Sister Sciences (e.g., Yoga, Jyotish, Vastu).: 3 PACE

Topics in Wellness (i.e., Topics outside of Ayurveda, such as Western Medicine, CPR, Chinese Medicine, etc.).: 6 PACE

Course Description:
This three-week online course offers in-depth training in Ayurvedic Head Massage (AHM), combining theoretical knowledge with practical techniques for delivering a full, hour-long head massage chair treatment. The course covers essential Ayurvedic principles, the energetic influence of the chakras, and vital marma points, all designed to enhance the treatment.

Students will learn how to perform a complete AHM sequence, including the upper back, neck, shoulders, face, and head, along with protocols for oiling the hair.The course is structured as a self-paced, four-week program, with detailed video lessons and comprehensive support materials.

These modules guide students step-by-step through the AHM techniques, from anatomy and benefits to contraindications, safety protocols, and aromatherapy for balancing the doshas. Additionally, students will participate in four weekly live Zoom sessions with instructor Glynnis Osher (CAP), offering the opportunity for questions, personalized feedback, and practice refinement. By the end of this course, students will have the skills and confidence to offer a full Ayurvedic Head Massage to clients, leaving them relaxed, rejuvenated, and balanced.

Course Objectives:
1. Perform a complete Thousand Petal Lotus Ayurvedic Head Massage (AHM) chair treatment, including techniques for the upper back, neck, shoulders, face, and head.
2. Identify and apply key Ayurvedic principles to personalize head massage treatments and address Doshic imbalances.
3. Understand and apply vital marma point therapy on the head, neck, and face to enhance the therapeutic benefits of AHM, while integrating chakra theory to balance the body’s energetic system.
4. Prepare and manage an Ayurvedic Head Massage practice, including setting up a personalized treatment space, creating or selecting appropriate massage and aromatherapy oil blends, and understanding the benefits and contraindications of the practice.

Provider/Faculty Bio: Glynnis is a passionate teacher, Ayurvedic practitioner, wellness entrepreneur, artist,and published author specializing in the wisdom arts of Ayurveda, aromatherapy and aromanutrition. Born in South Africa, Glynnis moved to New York in her 20’s. After a flourishing career as an art director, illustrator, and graphic designer in the advertsing world, she was drawn to the purposeful wellness path of Ayurveda and aromatherapy. Glynnis has been part time faculty at the Vancouver School of Healing Arts (VSOHA), for over 17 years where she has created curriculums for aromatherapy, Wellbranding, and Ayurvedic head massage for the Bodywork Therapy Program. Glynnis founded Thousand Petal Lotus Ayurvedic Head Massage and offers master trainings, retreats and an exquisite product line of Ayurvedic massage oils.

Course Start Date:
February 7th 2025

Start Time:
Each new module is released in the morning of each of the three weeks. Learning is self-paced with one additional live online session each week with instructor at 1.30pm PT

Course End Date:
February 25th 2025

End Time:
2.30pm

Discount Description:
15% OFF TO ALL NAMA MEMBERS USING SPECIAL CODE NAMA15 AT REGISTRATION CHECKOUT

Course Registration URL:
https://courses.academyaromatica.com/tpl-ahm-training-emerging-blossom

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