Abhyanga Ayurvedic Massage Training

$775.00

Traditional Ayurvedic Warm Oil Full Body Massage + Ayurvedic Head Massage + Ayurvedic Foot Massage

This comprehensive Ayurvedic massage course introduces students to three complementary techniques taught together as one complete training: full-body Abhyanga massage, Shiro Abhyanga head massage, and Pada Abhyanga foot massage.

Rooted in traditional Indian medicine, the course explores the principles of Ayurvedic bodywork and the use of warm oils to create deeply relaxing, flowing, and restorative treatments. Students will learn how rhythm, pressure, pace, and oil selection may be adapted according to Ayurvedic principles and the client’s individual needs.

Full-Body Abhyanga Massage

Students begin by learning the traditional full-body Abhyanga sequence, characterized by warm oil, rhythmic strokes, flowing movements, and attentive, continuous contact. Emphasis is placed on proper technique, therapist body mechanics, treatment flow, and creating a calm, meditative experience for the client.

Shiro Abhyanga — Indian Head Massage

The training also includes Shiro Abhyanga, a traditional Ayurvedic approach to massage of the scalp, head, neck, and shoulders. Students learn techniques designed to promote deep relaxation, relieve muscular tension, and complement the full-body Abhyanga treatment.

Pada Abhyanga — Indian Foot Massage

Students will also learn Pada Abhyanga, the traditional Ayurvedic massage of the feet and lower legs. This grounding practice uses warm oil and focused massage techniques and can be incorporated into a complete Abhyanga session or offered as a complementary treatment.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to integrate full-body Abhyanga, Indian head massage, and Indian foot massage into one cohesive Ayurvedic treatment, while also understanding how each technique can be adapted and used independently when appropriate.

Course Information

Hours

  • 50h (Includes in-person courses, self-paced at home readings and self-paced home practice)

Upcoming Courses

  • November 5-12-19-26 & December 3-10, 2026
    Six Fridays • 10:00am–1:00pm

  • March 12-19 & April 2-9-16-23, 2027
    Six Fridays • 10:00am–1:30pm

  • October 1-8-15-22-29 & November 5, 2027
    Six Fridays • 10:00am–1:30pm

Reading List

  • Dr. Sawyer, Diego. (2024). Ayurvedic Massage for Beginners: Discover Healing Techniques, Stress Relief Methods, and Ancient Wellness Practices for Holistic Health and Relaxation. Self Published.

🎁 A $100 Gift Toward Your Next Course!
Register for any course valued at $500 or more and receive a $100 voucher by email within approximately 15 minutes, valid for one year toward any future course!

Course:

Traditional Ayurvedic Warm Oil Full Body Massage + Ayurvedic Head Massage + Ayurvedic Foot Massage

This comprehensive Ayurvedic massage course introduces students to three complementary techniques taught together as one complete training: full-body Abhyanga massage, Shiro Abhyanga head massage, and Pada Abhyanga foot massage.

Rooted in traditional Indian medicine, the course explores the principles of Ayurvedic bodywork and the use of warm oils to create deeply relaxing, flowing, and restorative treatments. Students will learn how rhythm, pressure, pace, and oil selection may be adapted according to Ayurvedic principles and the client’s individual needs.

Full-Body Abhyanga Massage

Students begin by learning the traditional full-body Abhyanga sequence, characterized by warm oil, rhythmic strokes, flowing movements, and attentive, continuous contact. Emphasis is placed on proper technique, therapist body mechanics, treatment flow, and creating a calm, meditative experience for the client.

Shiro Abhyanga — Indian Head Massage

The training also includes Shiro Abhyanga, a traditional Ayurvedic approach to massage of the scalp, head, neck, and shoulders. Students learn techniques designed to promote deep relaxation, relieve muscular tension, and complement the full-body Abhyanga treatment.

Pada Abhyanga — Indian Foot Massage

Students will also learn Pada Abhyanga, the traditional Ayurvedic massage of the feet and lower legs. This grounding practice uses warm oil and focused massage techniques and can be incorporated into a complete Abhyanga session or offered as a complementary treatment.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to integrate full-body Abhyanga, Indian head massage, and Indian foot massage into one cohesive Ayurvedic treatment, while also understanding how each technique can be adapted and used independently when appropriate.

Course Information

Hours

  • 50h (Includes in-person courses, self-paced at home readings and self-paced home practice)

Upcoming Courses

  • November 5-12-19-26 & December 3-10, 2026
    Six Fridays • 10:00am–1:00pm

  • March 12-19 & April 2-9-16-23, 2027
    Six Fridays • 10:00am–1:30pm

  • October 1-8-15-22-29 & November 5, 2027
    Six Fridays • 10:00am–1:30pm

Reading List

  • Dr. Sawyer, Diego. (2024). Ayurvedic Massage for Beginners: Discover Healing Techniques, Stress Relief Methods, and Ancient Wellness Practices for Holistic Health and Relaxation. Self Published.

🎁 A $100 Gift Toward Your Next Course!
Register for any course valued at $500 or more and receive a $100 voucher by email within approximately 15 minutes, valid for one year toward any future course!

Continuing Education Course Information

Location
Continuing Education courses are offered at our Saint-Laurent location.

Académie Om
2075 rue de l'Eglise, Saint-Laurent, QC

Language
Whenever all participants share a common language, the course will be taught in that language. Otherwise, the course will be offered bilingually in English and French.

Prerequisites and Diploma Eligibility
Our Continuing Education courses are open to anyone who already hold a 400-hour yoga teacher certification or anyone in the process of completing it. Without it, a special exception may be granted on a case per case basis if you have a specific situation that would warrant it.

Attendance Policy
Regular attendance is essential because much of the learning is experiential and cannot be fully replaced through independent study. One absence for valid reasons may be accommodated. However, students who miss essential teachings or multiple sessions may be required to complete one or more private make-up sessions at a rate of $100 per hour before their diploma can be issued. Please contact us as early as possible if you anticipate missing any portion of your course.

Refund Policy
In the event of withdrawal, a $100 administrative fee will apply, in addition to the prorated tuition corresponding to the portion of the in-person course that has already taken place. For example, if a student withdraws after completing one of four scheduled sessions, 25% of the total tuition will remain payable, in addition to the $100 administrative fee. These fees help cover transaction and administrative costs and recognize that a reserved place may have prevented another student from enrolling. This policy allows us to treat all participants fairly.