RECORDED ONLINE COURSE &
OPTION FOR IN-PERSON STUDY
The Healing Touch of Marma
This online course is study-on-demand and the content will be released on April 1, 2023.
After completing the online course, join us in Asheville, NC, for a hands-on training with Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc from May 12-14, 2023.
RECORDED IMMERSION/COURSE
WITH OPTION FOR IN-PERSON STUDY
The Healing Touch of Marma
The online course is study-on-demand and the content will be released April 1, 2023. After completeing the online course, join us in Asheville, NC for hands-on training May 12-14, 2023.
For thousands of years, Ayurvedic practitioners have used marmani to awaken the body’s inner pharmacy and naturally heal the physical, mental, and emotional layers of our being.
Join world-renowned Ayurvedic physician and author, Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc, in this three part series as we explore the vital energy within each marma point, their various indications and contraindications, and how to apply them on yourself, your loved ones, and your clients. You will leave this immersion with a strong understanding of the marmani throughout the body and how to use them therapeutically as well as how to craft a marma session based on your client’s concerns.
Learn with Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc and the AyurPrana Team with 30+ hours of video content and a dedicated Community Forum monitored by Ayurvedic Practitioners!
Topics we will cover in this study-on-demand recorded course
In this 3 part series, dive into the marmani of the body and explore their significance and impact on the physical, mental and emotional states of our being.
Anatomy Video Resources - In each series you will have access to over an hour of pre-recorded content by Dr. Susan Salvo, LMT, BCTMB. In simple, accessible language, she explains anatomical directions, planes, terms, and landmarks to support your understanding of the terminology Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc, will use as he teaches.
Part 1: Head, Face, and Neck
This 1st on-demand recorded series features over 3 hours of teaching by Vasant Lad, BAM&S (with an additional 5 hours of previously recorded Q&A sessions), as well as 4 hours of lessons with Sneha and Mitesh Raichada.
Section 1 - Marma and Spirituality
Begin your journey with an introduction to marma, the sacredness of touch, and how to become a clear vessel of healing energy. You will also learn some basic marmani this first week to begin familiarizing yourself with the power of this ancient healing practice.
Section 2 - Polarity
In this section we dive into the opening polarity sequence used to ground and prepare the client for marma as well as the closing polarity sequence used to end a session. This powerful practice can be used to open and close any other treatments as well or can be used independently for healing.
Section 3 - Head and Face
Here we dive into the foundational marmani of the head and face, including general indications and cautions. A demonstration sequence is provided, as always. There is also a bonus session available for your viewing that details various oils and their therapeutic uses in the context of marma.
Section 4 - Head and Neck
The final section of this first part of the series covers the marmani of the neck and provides simple and accessible ways to apply them.
Part 2: Torso, Back, Arms and Legs
Learn the rest of the bodily marmani with over 4 hours of prerecorded teaching by Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc. You will also have access to 2 hours of recorded Q&A with Vasant Lad and over 4 hours of recorded instruction with Sneha and Mitesh Raichada.
Section 1 - Front Torso
Learn the marmani of the chest and anterior torso and their related organs and tissues. Vasant Lad demonstrates on bodies with and without breasts so that you can understand the important differences in appropriate application.
Section 2 - Back
Learn the marmani of the back, their indications, and appropriate pressure in this sturdier part of the body.
Section 3 - Arms and Upper Extremities
In this section we cover the marmani of the arms and hands. The hands contain many nerve endings, so points here may be particularly powerful as well as sensitive in cases of imbalance.
Section 4 - Legs and Lower Extremities
We close out Part 2 of the series with the last of the marmani on the lower extremities. Overall these points are impactful ways to ground Vata dosha or elevated ether and air elements.
Part 3: Case Studies and Pathologies
This final part of the series is all about synthesizing and applying your newfound knowledge of marma. You will practice creating marma sequences as you develop a deeper understanding of the srotamsi (channels of the body) and common associated pathologies and marmani.
Each section features two sessions with detailed handouts, as well as mini video resources on the primary marmani for each srotas (channel) discussed.
Section 1 - Prana, Anna, and Purisha Vaha Srotas
Learn about the breath, food and feces carrying channels of the body respectively, their functions, associated subdoshas, common causes of imbalances in each, and which marmani are generally supportive.
Section 2 - Rasa, Rakta, and Artava Vaha Srotas
Dive into the plasma, blood and female reproductive channels, their functions, associated subdoshas, common causes of imbalances in each, and which marmani are generally supportive.
Section 3 - Mamsa, Asthi, and Majja Vaha Srotas
Close out the series with an exploration of the muscle, bone, and bone marrow/nervous system channels of the body, their functions, associated subdoshas, common causes of imbalances in each, and which marmani are generally supportive.
For thousands of years, Ayurvedic practitioners have used marmani to awaken the body’s inner pharmacy and naturally heal the physical, mental and emotional layers of our being.
Join the master, Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc in this three part series to learn these vital energy points, their indications and contraindications, and how to apply them on yourself, your loved ones, and your clients. You will leave this immersion with a strong understanding of the marmani of the body and how to use them therapeutically as well as how to craft a marma session based on your client’s concerns.
Topics we will cover in the recorded course
Dive into this three part series with us as we learn the marmani of the body and explore their greater significance and impact on the physical, mental and emotional states of being.
Anatomy Video Resources - In each series you will have access to over an hour of pre-recorded content by Susan Salvo, LMT, EdD, BCTMB. In simple, accessible language, she explains anatomical directions, planes, terms, and landmarks to support your understanding of the terminology Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc will use as he teaches.
Part 1: Head, Face, and Neck
This part of the series features over 3 hours of prerecorded teaching by Vasant Lad, BAM&S, over 5 hours of previously recorded Q&A sessions with him, as well as 4 hours of recorded review sessions with Sneha and Mitesh Raichada.
Week 1 - Marma and Spirituality
Begin this journey with an introduction to marma, the sacredness of touch, and how to become a clear vessel of healing energy. You will also learn some basic marmani this first week to begin familiarizing yourself with the power of this ancient healing practice.
Week 2 - Polarity
This week we dive into the opening polarity sequence used to ground and prepare the client for marma as well as the closing polarity sequence used to end a session. This powerful practice can be used to open and close any other treatments as well or can be used independently for healing.
Week 3 - Head and Face
This week we dive into the foundational marmani of the head and face, including general indications and cautions. A demonstration sequence is provided, as always. There is also a bonus session available for your viewing that details various oils and their therapeutic uses in the context of marma.
Week 4 - Head and Neck
The final week of this first part of the series covers the marmani of the neck and provides simple and accessible ways to apply them.
Part 2: Torso, Back, Arms and Legs
Learn the rest of the bodily marmani through over 4 hours of prerecorded teaching by the master Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc. You will also have access to 2 hours of recorded Q&A sessions with him and 4 hours of recorded review sessions with Sneha and Mitesh Raichada.
Week 1 - Front Torso
Learn the marmani of the chest and anterior torso and their related organs and tissues. Vasant Lad demonstrates on someone without breasts and someone with breasts so that you can understand the important differences in appropriate application.
Week 2 - Back
Learn the marmani of the back, their indications, and appropriate pressure in this sturdier part of the body.
Week 3 - Arms and Upper Extremities
This week we learn the marmani of the arms and hands. The hands contain so many nerve endings, so points here may be particularly powerful as well as sensitive in cases of imbalance.
Week 4 - Legs and Lower Extremities
We close out Part 2 of the series with the last of the marmani on the lower extremities. Overall these points are impactful ways to ground Vata dosha or elevated ether and air elements.
Part 3: Case Studies and Pathologies
This final part of the series is all about synthesizing and applying your newfound knowledge of marma. You will practice creating marma sequences as you develop a deeper understanding of the srotamsi (channels of the body) and common associated pathologies and marmani.
Each week features two live sessions and one detailed handout as well as mini video resources on primary marmani for each srotas (channel) discussed.
Week 1 - Prana, Anna, and Purisha Vaha Srotas
This week learn about the breath, food and feces carrying channels of the body respectively, their functions, associated subdoshas, common causes of imbalances in each, and which marmani are generally supportive.
Week 2 - Rasa, Rakta, and Artava Vaha Srotas
Dive into the plasma, blood and female reproductive channels, their functions, associated subdoshas, common causes of imbalances in each, and which marmani are generally supportive.
Week 3 - Mamsa, Asthi, and Majja Vaha Srotas
Close out the series with an exploration of the muscle, bone, and bone marrow/nervous system channels of the body, their functions, associated subdoshas, common causes of imbalances in each, and which marmani are generally supportive.
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Additional course benefits
Virtual Learning
For your convenience and ease, all content is recorded and accessible in your AyurLearn portal, and will be released on April 01, 2023. Allowing you to watch, learn, and digest the material at your own pace and at the times that work best for your unique schedule.
All materials can be paused, rewound, rewatched at your leisure should you wish to move through certain sections at a faster or slower pace.
In addition to the prerecorded teachings of Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc and many of his recorded Q&A sessions, you will also have recorded review sessions with Sneha and Mitesh Raichada for Parts 1 and 2 and Sneha and Vrinda Devani for Part 3.
Added content
There are handouts in your AyurLearn portal for various marma sequences in Part 1 and 2 of the series so that you can easily follow along and replicate them with your own clients.
The handouts in Part 3 detail the select srotamsi (channels of the body) as well as their functions, related subdoshas, causes of imbalance, and associated marmani.
Community
There will be a private online community forum for this course where you can join discussions, post questions, and get to know your instructors and fellow students a little better!
Option for In-Person Study
Join us in person in Asheville, North Carolina, for a unique opportunity to practice your Marma Point Therapy training with esteemed Ayurvedic physician and author, Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc!
May 12-14, 2023
3 days
in Asheville, NC
12 hours
with Vasant Lad
Discussion
sessions with AI Faculty
Refresh your knowledge and refine your technique
During this 3-day intensive we will revisit the various techniques that Vasant Lad and our other teachers covered in the Marma Point Therapy training sessions.
The first Vasant Lad public training since 2021!
Over the course of 3 days you will spend 12 hours in person practicing Marma Point Therapy techniques with Vasant Lad - where you can ask questions and observe hands-on demonstrations of the practices.
Incredible support and accommodation discounts
You will also have access to daily group sessions with accredited Ayurvedic practitioners and faculty from The Ayurvedic Institute, where you can assimilate what you are exploring and gain clarity on any topics shared in the training.
We will also begin each day with a 1-hour community practice of light yoga, breath work, and meditation led by one of our incredible teachers.
We are also able to offer accommodation discounts at local Marriott and Hilton hotels for those attending this training.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE:
We are limiting access to this in person training to those who have completed the online AyurPrana Marma Point Online Training - or are graduates of the ASP programs at the Ayurvedic Institute. If you are unsure if you are able to attend please reach out to us here: care@liveayurprana.com
Take this course if…
You are interested in learning more about Ayurveda and hope to learn this ancient practice of marma to naturally support the healing of yourself, your loved ones, and your community.
You are an Ayurvedic Health Counselor or Practitioner looking to deepen your understanding of Ayurveda and wish to learn and apply this powerful skill of marma in your clinical practice and community education.
You are a professional in the wellness industry - whether you’re a yoga teacher, massage therapist, physical therapist, nurse, doctor or chiropractor, you’re excited to integrate marma into your work with clients or patients to enhance the overall quality and impact of your care.
A foundational understanding of Ayurveda is highly recommended for this course - including basic knowledge of the three doshas, the prakruti/vikruti paradigm, agni versus ama, subdoshas, dhatus, and srotamsi. Although not required t complete this course, be aware that Vasant Lad and other teachers may speak of these things fluidly throughout the course!
The recorded review sessions by either Sneha and Mitesh or Sneha and Vrinda will additionally break down some of these topics, and moreover we will be able to address any questions that arise during the in-person session as well.
Course Instructors
Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc
There are over 7 hours of pre-recorded teaching and demonstrations and over 5 hours of previously recorded live Q&As with Dr. Lad.
Mitesh Raichada, CAP
AyurPrana Founder and Senior Faculty at The Ayurvedic Institute
Sneha Raichada MPT, CAP, E-RYT-200
AyurPrana Founder and Dean of Education at The Ayurvedic Institute
Vrinda Devani MD, CAP, RYT
AyurPrana Medical Director
Marma, Prana, and Consciousness
Marmani are energy points on the body where prana, our vital life force, and consciousness are highly concentrated. This makes even gentle pressure on these points incredibly impactful. If these points are tender or sensitive, it signifies the presence of toxins, excess dosha, or stagnation in the associated organs, tissues, or channels of the body - essentially an inhibition of the flow of consciousness and overall vitality.
Marma points are not only powerful therapeutic points that support the circulation of prana and bolster vitality, but also highly effective diagnostic tools of imbalance.
Marma’s Ancient Roots in Martial Arts and Surgery
The science of marma developed thousands of years ago in Vedic times when martial artists used energy points therapeutically to recover from injury as well as to inflict injury on their opponents. Sushruta, known as the father of surgery and living at least as far back as the Buddha over 2500 years ago, refined this ancient science and emphasized the importance of avoiding these vital pranic points when making incisions as a surgeon.
The Power of Marma
These anatomical points where veins, arteries, tendons, bones or joints intersect are so vital in their effect that particular points may be used to induce labor, bring back consciousness, or even cause instant death if damaged.
Learn this ancient, sacred, potent science and become a part of this lineage. Awaken the inner pharmacy and heal the physical, mental, and emotional layers of your clients’ being through the application of marma.
The Healing Touch of Marma
Join the Online Course
In this 3-part series, dive into the marmani of the body and explore their significance and impact on the physical, mental and emotional states of our being.
What you get:
- 30+ hours of recorded content
- Online community forum for questions & discussion
- Additional video and handout materials for supported learning
- Course completion certificate (mandatory for in-person training participation)
Join us to learn the healing touch of Marma today!
Cost: $899
Join Online & In-Person in Asheville, NC
Join us for an unforgettable weekend with Vasant Lad as we explore Marma Point Therapy together, diving deep into this magical health and wellness practice! In addition to the full online course described to the left, which is mandatory prior to attending in person, you will also receive:
- Full Marma 3-part recorded course, online community + added materials
- 12 hours of in person training with Vasant Lad - covering the content from the AyurPrana Marma Point Therapy Trainings
- 3 Group Discussion Sessions with faculty from The Ayurvedic Institute
- Group yoga, breath and meditation practice each day
- Discounts on accommodation at local Marriott and Hilton properties
Space is limited to be sure to grab your seat today!
Cost: $1294
If you have any questions at all please reach out to us at care@liveayurprana.com
Recommended Resources:
We highly recommend the following resources to support your learning experience and overall understanding. They are also excellent references to have for your marma practice:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an AyurPrana Recorded Immersive Course?
Our study-on-demand courses deliver a virtual experience aimed at fostering transformation. We offer highly-produced recorded content from our esteemed and captivating speakers, practitioners, and teachers - that allows you to study at your own pace! We support your learning through dedicated online community forums where you can get quick responses to your questions. We make the content easily available for you, so you can keep learning whether you are in the comfort of your home, at your favorite coffee shop, or on the beach.
Can I ask the instructor questions?
We have a dedicated online community forum where you can ask additional questions related to the content of the course, learn from others, and get to know your immersion friends! You can also reach out to our Care Team at anytime if you need additional support - care@liveayurprana.com
What if I have no background in medicine or Ayurveda? Will I still be able to understand the content?
Our courses are intentionally accessible for anyone - even those relatively new to Ayurveda. This particular course will be best enjoyed by someone with a foundational understanding of Ayurveda, including understanding the three doshas, prakruti vikruti paradigm, agni versus ama, subdoshas, dhatus, and srotamsi.
How will I view the session?
For live sessions, we will utilize the Zoom platform. You will receive clear instructions on how to join. All you need is good internet access; a laptop, tablet, or phone with video and audio capabilities; and a fresh and open mind!
Recorded classes or the live replays will be accessed through the AyurLearn Portal. Instructions to access your AyurLearn Portal will be emailed to you shortly after purchase.
What if I am having technical problems?
You can reach us by emailing care@liveayurprana.com or give us a call at (505)204-7026. Our care team is online Monday through Friday from 9am - 5pm ET.
What is your refund and cancellation policy?
We do not offer refunds for the recorded Marma course or the in-person training in Asheville, NC.
Got questions? We have answers!
Contact us at care@liveayurprana.com and we’d be happy to help!
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Looking for more?
We are here to support you on every stage of your wellness journey
Webinars
Learn about many topics of Ayurveda with our knowledgeable teachers, guided by the teachings of Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc
Cleanse
Join our 9-Day Ayurvedic Cleanse to restore balance and rediscover how amazing it feels to be the best version of you.
Immersions
Take a deep dive into Ayurvedic topics with multiple live sessions and Facebook community to help support you through your journey.
Wellness Consults
Book a wellness consultation for customized holistic support including yoga, diet, lifestyle, herbology and more!