09/24/21, Cromwell, Indian Head, Face & Foot Massage with Ayurvedic Oils

Workshop Description: Indian Head Massage known as “ Champi ” has been practiced for many centuries as part of the family health care. Ayurvedic doctors practiced it for skin rejuvenation and as part of an anti-aging technique.  Indian mothers would massage their babies’ hair, head neck and shoulders to stimulate HOLISTIC growth and relaxation.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

• Indian head massage goes beyond the purely aesthetic and superficial
• Stimulates nerve function,

• Improves relaxation , creating calmness and emotional well-being.
•  Concentration and alertness are optimized.
• Other benefits include:  The relief of tension headaches, eye-strain, ear problems, neck and shoulder stiffness, Bell’s Palsy, sinusitis, scalp tension and mental fatigue
• Rejuvenation of total body, mind and spirit

PURPOSE OF WORKSHOP

• How to incorporate massage, oils and pressure point technique in a 35 – 45 min treatment of HEAD, NECK SHOULDERS AND FEET on the table or in a chair !!!
• Explanation of the Ayurvedic understanding of the life force Prana, meditation and the philosophy behind Ayurvedic massage
• How to evaluate, analyze and treat the client as an individual
• The three different types of massage suited for each individual
• An explanation of functions of and locations of the marmas (pressure points )
• Location and explanation of the nadi ( meridian system)
• Discussion of the  choice of appropriate essential oils , herbs and  their energetic qualities  for each individual client
• How to apply the three principal strokes , satvic, rajastic and tamasic
• HOW TO SELECT APPROPRIATE OILS AND ESSENTIAL OILS FOR DIFFERENT CONDITIONS
• How to do a vigorous, but relaxing foot and leg massage

WHAT ELSE CAN I EXPECT?

This is mainly  a hands-on course. We will practice the three principal strokes and techniques ( Sattva, Raja, Tamas) , apply oils and get a great revitalizing and relaxing treatment

Date: Friday September 24, 2021

Time: 8:30am to 5:30pm

Location:
Cortiva Institute - Cromwell campus *New address*
45 Shunpike Road, Suite 10
Cromwell, Connecticut 06416

Cost: $150

CE Credits: 8

Instructor: Wolfgang Luckmann

Wolfgang Luckmann A.P. (Acupuncture Physician), DiHom, L.M.T. is a licensed acupuncture physician, massage therapist and homeopath who has taught internationally for the last twenty years. He trained in traditional Chinese medicine at the Acupressure Acupuncture Institute, in Miami and in Clinical Advanced Therapeutic Massage at the College for Natural Health, also in Miami.

He has pioneered many uses of Oriental Body Modalities for psycho-somatic disorders including treatments for ADHD/Hyperactivity and Autistic children. Currently he teaches workshops for massage therapists and acupuncturists all around the United States. For more information, go to www.wolfgangluckmann.com.

What to Bring: Massage linens and a hand towel, suggested oils (Rosemary, Sandalwood, Lavender, Peppermint, Frankincense, Myrrh , Patchouli and blends, etc ) - Provider will bring all oils in any case.