Abhyanga is much more than a massage, it is an expansive and profound experience providing healing and bliss.
For years, my clients of all walks of life have asked me to learn the unique specialised techniques of Abhyanga that I use while treating them….
Through an intimate 6 day experience, you will learn this powerful knowledge and be guided step-by-step by myself and my colleagues, leaving you empowered and ready to practice this technique on yourself and others.
WHEN
25-27th & 29-31st July, 2025 (6-day course, with one-day break)
WHERE
Krishna Village, Murwillumbah, Northern NSW
WE HAVE A LIMITED AMOUNT OF SPOTS ON THE COURSE FOR A COUPLE OF REASONS:
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Accomodation: For those living outside of the Byron Shire, we encourage you to stay at the peaceful accomodation of Krishna Village, which has a diverse range of affordable accomodation options, Please arrange your accomodation directly with Krishna Village. 3 vegeterian meals are included in your stay at Krishna Village.
For those who are staying or living locally in their own accomodation, there is a generous day-tripper fee of $35/day which includes 3 meals/day. This needs to be arranged with Krishna Village prior.
Meals and accomodation are not included in the course fee.
This course will be the initial foundation towards continuing to learn other Ayurvedic body therapies such as Shirodhara, Back Bastis, other external basti treatments and more Ayurvedic body therapies.
This is not a government certified course and does not provide you with a license to practice any type of body therapy. You may integrate this knowledge with your own offerings to your discretion.
Day 1:
Morning Dhanvantari Pūjā to welcome all students and initiate you into the role of a healer and potent therapist. Dhanvantari means embodying capabilities to effectively heal and inspire others, beyond intellectual knowledge.
Pulse therapy and diagnosis (Nāḍiparīkṣā) – introductory session for the journey of pulse.
Theory on Abhyanga, body treatments and marma points (vital storehouses of prāṇa in the physiology).
First practical teaching: Śiro Abhyaṅga (head massage)
Day 2:
Morning: Head + Face abhyanga (mukha abhyaṅga)
Afternoon: Full-body front.
Day 3:
Morning: Feet (pāda abhyaṅga)
Afternoon: Back of the full-body
Day 4:
Day off – rest and integration.
Day 5:
Morning: full abhyaṅga – refine and embody
Afternoon: full abhyaṅga – refine and embody
Day 6:
Afternoon theory:
Day 7:
Abhyanga is a rejuvenating full-body massage that incorporates medicated oils specific to the unique constitution of the individual and the season.
It is particularly effective to stimulate and strengthen the lymphatic system, pacify the nervous system, optimise blood circulation, enhance the body’s innate detox mechanisms, internally lubricate, and much more.
Special consideration is given to the Marma Points which are special storehouses of energy and concentrated life-force. Learn how to enliven the marmas are for vast harmonious effects.
Learn how to integrate Abhyanga with other modalities, Ayurveda or any other healing treatments.
Both Dylan and his partner and colleague, Sole, have a reputation for providing exceptional Abhyanga treatments that provide a highly blissful experience that instills significant lasting effects.
Learn the techniques they have cultivated over a decade of experience.
You will also learn which medicated oils and techniques to use in different scenarios and individuals, as well as when Abhyanga is indicated and contraindicated.
Pulse diagnosis, a healing art and science, is a most refined, accurate and comprehensive diagnostic tool employed to figure out where any imbalance exists in the body, and what the nature of the imbalance is.
The Pulse Diagnosis method that Dylan teaches is one of the easiest and most effective methods out there.
This method was passed down by his teachers, internationally renowned masters of Ayurveda and pulse diagnosis, the Raju family of Vaidyas.
In Ayurveda, every body treatment begins with the practitioner feeling the client’s pulse (when properly initiated), which serves as the gateway to mastering the sense of touch—considered the most refined and powerful of all senses. Through this subtle connection, the practitioner accesses a profound, healing sensitivity that guides the entire treatment.
Early bird sale ends December 31st
Early bird price: $2100
Full price: $2500
10% cash discount available.
Meals and accomodation are not included in the course fee. Those looking to stay on-site, please arrange your accomodation with Krishna Village or you can arrange your own local accomodation elsewhere.
This course is for all new/aspiring body therapists and people who already have experience practicing any type of body therapy, including Abhyanga
No, we welcome all different levels of experience both in all body therapies & Ayurveda.
The food will be organic, vegetarian, sattvic (wholesome and pure) foods, catered to your specific requirements as best as we can.
Yes, upon completion of the course you will be eligible for a Vital Veda certificate of completion where we credit you as a skilled Abhyanga body therapist. Note this is NOT a government-certified accreditation, this is recognised by Vital Veda and others who value the reputation of Vital Veda as it determines that you are capable of providing Abhyanga at a high level of efficacy, uniqueness & skill.
Once you have received your certificate, your services will also be promoted and supported by Vital Veda.
Vital Veda continuously hires therapists in our clinic and places such as Byron Shire, Sydney, Melbourne, including gathering a team and “abhyanga tent” at certain festivals. We frequently refer our patients from around the world to quality Ayurveda therapists who are local to our clients. We would also potentially be able to refer you to other respected Ayurveda clinics & practitioners to work along side.
Absolutely, even if you are already an experienced Ayurvedic therapist you will be deepening your knowledge, learning new technique, expanding the subtleties of unique methods and refining your offerings.
The AUD $1000 deposit is non-refundable.
The remaining fee is refundable up to May 25th, 2025, after that date it becomes non-refundable.
We strongly encourage the purchase of “trip cancellation insurance” for protection against any potential loss of fees.
A non-refundable AUD $1000 deposit is required to hold your space for our retreat.
If you are paying in instalments, the second payment (50% of the remaining balance) is due by November 1st, 2024.
The final (third) balance is due by May 25th, 2025.
Time tested wisdom & an integrated healing community for you.
We pay our respects to the traditional custodians and caretakers of the lands on which we treat, teach, work and live. Vital Veda headquarters work on Bundjalung country which is now commonly known as Byron Shire, Northern Rivers NSW Australia. We also frequently work on Gadigal land, now known as Sydney, Australia. We recognise the traditional custodians have never ceded sovereignty and their culture remains strong and holds supreme wisdom for all of humanity to enjoy.
*This information and these statements have not been evaluated by the Therapeutic Goods Association or the Food and Drug Administration. This information and these products are not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.
Disclaimer: The entire contents of this website are based upon the opinions of Dylan Smith. This information is in no way to be construed as a substitute for consultation with a licensed health professional. It is not intended as medical advice. They are intended as sharing of knowledge and information from the research and experience of Dylan Smith and his community. Dylan Smith encourages you to make your own health care decisions based upon your research and in partnership with a qualified health care professional.
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