Indian Head, Face & Foot Massage with Ayurvedic Oils
Instructor: Wolfgang Luckmann
Friday, March 6, 2020
8:30-6:00
8 CEs
Early Registration is only $150.
After February 28th – Registration is $160
Bring back the “Wow” in your therapy !
INDIAN HEAD, FACE AND FOOT MASSAGE WORKSHOP WITH AYURVEDIC OILS ( Champa )
8 CE HOURS APPROVED BY THE N.C.B.T.M.B. PROV. # 279778-00 / AND FLORIDA PROV # 50-1674
Indian Head Massage known as “ Champa ” has been practiced for many centuries as part of the family health care. Ayurvedic doctors practiced it for skin rejuvenation and as part of an anti-aging technique. Indian mothers would massage their babies’ hair, head neck and shoulders to stimulate HOLISTIC growth and relaxation.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
• Indian head massage goes beyond the purely aesthetic and superficial
• l Stimulates nerve function,
• Improves relaxation , creating calmness and emotional well-being.
• Concentration and alertness are optimized.
• Other benefits include: tension headaches, eye-strain, ear problems, neck and shoulder stiffness, Bell’s Palsy, sinusitis, scalp tension and mental fatigue
PURPOSE OF WORKSHOP
• How to incorporate massage, oils and pressure point technique in a 35 – 45 min treatment of HEAD, NECK SHOULDERS AND FEET on the table or in a chair !!!
• Explanation of the Ayurvedic understanding of the life force Prana, meditation and the philosophy behind Ayurvedic massage
• How to evaluate, analyze and treat the client as an individual
• The three different types of massage suited for each individual
• An explanation of functions of and locations of the marmas (pressure points )
• Location and explanation of the nadi ( meridian system)
• Discussion of the choice of appropriate essential oils , herbs and their energetic qualities for each individual client
• How to apply the three principal strokes , satvic, rajastic and tamasic
• HOW TO SELECT APPROPRIATE OILS AND ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DIFFERENT CONDITIONS
• How to do a vigorous, but relaxing foot and leg massage
WHAT ELSE CAN I EXPECT?
This is mainly a hands-on course. We will practice the three principal strokes and techniques (Sattva, Raja, Tamas), apply oils and get a great revitalizing and relaxing treatment
Bring a hand towel, Table suggested oils (Rosemary, Sandalwood, Lavender, Peppermint, Frankincense, Patchouli and blends, etc) and an open mind! IF YOU DON’T OWN ANY OILS, YOU CAN STILL PARTICIPATE !
Just bring massage table linens and wear comfortable clothing (wear or bring shorts). Women wear (or bring) sports bra.
NCBTMB Continuing Education Approved Provider #279778-00
