The Retreat

The Ayurveda Health Retreat (AHR) is one of the premier retreat centers in Florida that offer traditional Ayurvedic medicine and Panchakarma treatments. The AHR was established by Richard A. Masla, Ayurvedic Practitioner, in 2001 and is located in the small historic town of Alachua, in north central Florida. The Retreat initially had only one treatment room and an office space. From these humble beginnings, it now encompasses three buildings: a beautiful yoga studio, a retreat center and a yoga ashram. Annually we serve hundreds of guests who visit us from all over the world.

Contact us to schedule your personal retreat package.

Ayurveda

Ayurveda is one of the oldest systems of medicine, dating back over 5,000 years to ancient India. It is the science of living in harmony with nature. In Sanskrit, ayur- means life and -veda means knowledge. Ayurveda utilizes various therapies including yoga, diet, massage and herbal preparations to bring balance and harmony to the body, mind and soul. It is a truly holistic approach to achieving and maintaining that balance.

We offer traditional Ayurvedic Panchakarma treatments including abhyanga massage, shirodhara and swedana (aromatherapy steam). We also have an Ayurvedic Weight Management jump-start program to help you begin your weight loss journey back to a healthy body.

Treatments

Come spend a day, a week or longer! We offer our services 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

In addition to our Panchakarma treatments, we offer a variety of other services including Ayurvedic health consultations, facials, astrological readings and a variety of massage styles. Find out more about our treatments, see a list of prices, or contact us for a personalized retreat.

We offer yoga and meditation during the week, an Ayurvedic Vegetarian cooking class weekly and workshops on Ayurveda. Browse our calendar for upcoming events.

Seva Internship (new)
At The Ayurveda Health Retreat:

We are now offering a one to three-month internship for motivated individuals looking to expand themselves, create a healing environment for guests and experience an Ayurvedic lifestyle. More information...

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New !

Yoga Teacher Training 200 Hour Certification
Starts Friday, July 6 - Saturday, July 28, 2012, Inspiration Yoga Institute

Sacred India Tour: April 10 - April 29, 2012
Discover the spirit and beauty of India. Tour guide: Richard Masla. For more information, visit: www.SacredIndiaTour.com

Journey Through the Chakras in Costa Rica: May 21 - 28 , 2012
Join us in Costa Rica for a life changing adventure Facilitators: Syama & Dhyana Masla. Visit : www.KaivalyaRetreats.com

Plan Your Week
Offered at the Retreat:

• Yoga Classes
• Ayurvedic Vegetarian Cooking Classes (weekly)
• Workshops on Ayurveda
• Musical Performances & Seasonal Events

Resources
• Ayurveda: Living in Harmony with Nature
• Personal Dosha Test
Find out if you are more vata, pitta, or kapha in nature. Take a quick quiz and learn more about your dominant dosha.
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