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The Healing Touch of Marma

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.

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
Additional video and handout materials for supported learning
4 live Q&A sessions with Ayurvedic Practitioner Beatrice Voss
Course completion certificate (mandatory for in-person training participation)

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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.

Lesson Plan

Part 1: Head, Face, and Neck

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Back

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Study the Healing Touch of Marma

ON-DEMAND COURSE

30 hours of recorded content

Additional video and handout materials for supported learning

4 one-hour Live Q&A Sessions with Beatrice Voss

Course completion certificate

Cost: $899

ON-DEMAND COURSE + IN-PERSON TRAINING

30 hours of recorded content

Additional video and handout materials for supported learning

4 one-hour Live Q&A Sessions with Beatrice Voss

Course completion certificate

3-Day In-Person Training held in Asheville, NC

11 hours of study with Vasant Lad

Discussion Sessions with AI Faculty

Cost: ~~$1,298~~ $1,098

Live Sessions

Included in the Marma training are a series of 4 online live Q&A sessions with Ayurvedic practitioner Beatrice Voss. Get in-depth answers to your questions during these interactive sessions. All sessions are held from 10-11am ET and can be accessed through your personal learning portal.

Live Session Dates:

April 22, 2024 | 10-11am ET
April 24, 2024 | 10-11am ET
May 1, 2024 | 10-11am ET
May 3, 2024 | 10-11am ET

In-Person Training in Asheville, NC

After completing the on-demand course, join us in person in Asheville, North Carolina, for a unique opportunity to practice and explore what you learned in The Healing Touch of Marma training with esteemed Ayurvedic physician and author, Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc!

Over the course of 3 days you will spend 11 hours in person practicing Marma Point Therapy techniques with Vasant Lad - where you can ask questions and observe hands-on demonstrations of the practices.

In-Person Training Info:

Dates: July 3-5, 2024
Location: The Ayurvedice Institute - 62 Orange St. Asheville, NC 28801
Prerequisite: Certificate of completion for Marma course from AyurPrana or The Ayurvedic Institute

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Masterclass Bundle

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Meet your instructors

Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc

AyurPrana Co-Founder and Founder of The Ayurvedic Institute

Sneha Raichada, MPT, CAP, E-RYT-200

AyurPrana Co-Founder and Founder of The Ayurvedic Institute

Mitesh Raichada, CAP

AyurPrana Founder and Senior Faculty at The Ayurvedic Institute

Vrinda Devani MD, CAP, RYT

AyurPrana Medical Director

Beatrice Voss, AP, RYT200

Ayurvedic Practitioner

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 with live Q&A sessions with our Ayurvedic Practitioners so you can get answers 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 4 one-hour Q&A sessions with Ayurvedic Practitioner Beatrice Voss to answer any questions you may have on the recorded content. Once you have completed the on-demand course, you are eligible to attend the additional in person training in Asheville, NC. There, you will get to spend 11 hours in class with Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc, with 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.

I’m totally new to Ayurveda. Is this going to make sense to me?

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.

You will also have unlimited access to all of this material, so please revisit as much as you need to. Each visit will provide another layer of depth to your growing understanding!

Access to the in-person training is limited to those who have completed Parts 1 & 2 of The Healing Touch of Marma online course to attend in person. You can also attend this training if you are a graduate of the ASP2 program at the Ayurvedic Institute.

You will need to present your certificate in person, and If you do not qualify we will not be able to let you attend the training so please be sure before you purchase.

How will I view the classes?

Our recorded classes can be accessed through your own personal AyurLearn Portal. Instructions to access your AyurLearn Portal will be emailed to you shortly after you purchase the course.

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.

I am interested in the in-person training. Where can I stay in Asheville?

If you are traveling from outside Asheville, we’re excited to share that we have multiple partnerships with local hostels, hotels, rental properties, and more to make your stay enjoyable and to experience some of the best areas that Asheville has to offer. Check out our recommended places to stay.

What is your refund and cancellation policy?

We do not offer refunds or cancellations for the recorded Marma course or the in-person training in Asheville, NC.