Marma therapy training

Immerse yourself in the sacred knowledge of Marma points, which hold the key to unlocking your body's innate healing potential.

100hr Yoga alliance certified | CEU’s available for LMT’s.

May 19th-26th 2024

Ayurveda Health Retreat | Alachua, Florida

this training is the healing ENVIRONMENT where your body mind and soul will be replenished.

it opens the doors to a profound healing journey where you will experience qualities of peace, vitality and relief you may have never known before.

Naturally - from experiencing your own personal transformation - you willbe genuinely moved to support others on their healing journey.

We’ll equip you with all the practical tools you’ll need to serve people in the same profound way.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

This program will provide a complete foundation of the science of Marma Therapy in both the underlying philosophy and its practical application. You will be provided the tools to confidently share transformative lifestyle practices and self-healing therapies. You will leave refreshed and empowered after experiencing the effects of Marma Therapy and your Ayurvedic retreat.

Ayurveda teaches us that in order to truly support others we must learn to heal and care for ourselves. In this training you will be receiving and sharing healing equally, experiencing the dynamic balance that an Ayurvedic lifestyle has to offer.

  • In person training & retreat

  • Interactive discussion and participation

  • Give and receive Marma with a partner guided by expert practitioners

  • A safe space to heal and share your experience

  • Unimaginable personal growth and life transformation

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

  • History, principles and Philosophy of Marma Therapy

  • The foundational philosophy of Ayurveda as it applies to bodywork and cleansing therapies

  • Therapeutic Yoga, Breathwork, Guided Meditation & morning routine

  • Daily practice providing and receiving Ayurvedic treatments in an intimate supportive small group setting

  • Akara Massage techniques

  • Acupressure points in feet & hands

  • Yoga Physiotherapy techniques

  • Marma Therapy body pressure points

  • Pranic energetic healing technique

  • Nasya Therapy: sinus & nervous system treatment

  • Pranayama (mind/body/breath connection)

  • Indications and Contraindications for Marma

  • Learn to confidently give a traditional marma therapy treatment

  • Conscious principles for giving and receiving treatments in the right mood

  • How to create a sacred space and healing environment

  • Learn etiquette and how to effectively communicate with your clients

  • Learn Ayurveda practices for diet, hydration, exercise, breathing & meditation

  • Learn easy to prepare Ayurvedic healing | cleansing meals and home kitchen remedies 

  • Digestive health and treatments + the yoga of conscious eating

  • Personal Ayurvedic Self care practices

  • Learn time tested principles for how to kick start your very own Marma Therapy practice

  • Expect homework, personal projects, in-class presentations and karma yoga/ service

  • All the life changing benefits that come from one week of healing Ayurvedic treatments diet and lifestyle

What is marma therapy?

Marma are Ayurveda’s vital energy point system (think Chinese acupuncture but without needles). Marmani (plural) are located throughout the body, seen as gateways to assess whats taking place in the inner recesses of the body, just like a simple vehicle dashboard that lets us know where our body is functioning optimally and poorly. Marma points are also reservoirs of healing energy and cellular intelligence and when points are pressed consciously the innate healing potential within each human being is activated.

We all experience stress in our lives and when we aren’t able to be fully present to “digest” an experience, it stores itself in our body to be processed at a later time. All aspects of our body and mind are porous just like a sponge. Marma pressure points put healthy pressure on the tissues of the body to release stress from them - as well as bring fresh energy and communication to that part of the body - so that it may heal.

Unlock the Ancient Healing Power Within

"I feel as though all of the love that I've given in this lifetime has been returned to me a thousand fold." - Melanie


"Vira and Dhyana’s Training was so much more than I dreamed it would be when I made the commitment. They held individual space for each of us in our growth as healers and modeled over and over again this beautiful, soft and empathetic approach to Ayurveda that brings out the best in us and in our clients. I feel so fortunate to have found this particular training and to now have these beautiful souls as mentors on my journey." - Laura

“As I continued breathing as deeply and fully as I could, I entered into a state of consciousness where I experienced the full range of memories and emotions that had been repressed for a lifetime. This period was followed by the most blissful state of oneness, beauty and clarity that I had ever known, a profoundly spiritual experience that is beyond words. This is all I’ll say about it here.” - Michael

“I’m sure you get this after every class, but I feel intensely compelled to tell you how much that class meant to me. This past week I feel as if I’m operating on another plane of existence. The feeling I had while during the breathing was one of the most beautiful experiences I’ve had in this lifetime.” - Carry

SCHEDULE:

May 19th: 11:30A Orientation, lunch & afternoon workshops.

May 20th-25th:

7:30 - 8:45 am — sadhana / morning practices

Ayurvedic breakfast time

10:00 am - 1:00 pm — workshops & bodywork

— Ayurvedic lunch break —

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm — workshops & bodywork

— Ayurvedic dinner, goodies & optional evening sangha

May 26th: 7:45A Closing Circle & Departures after breakfast.

TUITION: $3000

$1500 non-refundable deposit will secure your space

— Payment plans available upon request—

Training includes:

  • access to the in person training

  • 3 Fresh cooked healing Ayurvedic meals daily​*All meals will be cooked by our staff in such a way to promote gentle cleansing and rejuvenation to support the deepest healing experience possible. 

  • Cleansing teas + treats

  • Access to recordings of all exercises for unlimited review

  • Student training handbook

  • Marma acupressure point charts

  • Marma tool kit (jimmy, hand-foot rollers, finger roller)

  • Marma acupressure "Veda mat"

  • *Optional Add-On: You are welcome to add treatments during off-hours (5:30-8pm). You can view our menu of options here.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The training doesn’t include accommodations, however, you are welcome to stay with us during your training! First come first serve for the following accommodation options. There are also ample air bnb’s nearby.

DORM ROOM & SHARED BATHROOM (3 beds, female only, off-site - 10 min walk from Retreat): $40 PER DAY (total training cost = $3,280)

PRIVATE ROOM & SHARED BATHROOM (off-site - 10 min walk from retreat): $60 PER DAY (total training cost = $3,420)

PRIVATE ROOM & SHARED BATHROOM (on-site): $80 PER DAY (total training cost = $3,560)

PRIVATE ROOM & BATHROOM (on-site): $125 PER DAY (total training cost = $3,875) (SOLD OUT)