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Therapies

Fernanda Borba

Jungian Therapy | Tarot Counseling

Yoga Classes | Ayurvedic Yoga Massage

Ayurvedic Yoga Massage was transmitted to me by Ma Bodhigita, who in turn learned from the hands and feet of the Indian master Kusum Modak.

It is the fusion of two arts: the yoga of master Iyengar and the traditional Ayurvedic massage of master Limaye.

This is a deep and vigorous massage that optimizes the functioning of the internal organs, improves breathing and blood circulation, strengthens the immune system, makes the body more flexible and toned, relieves stress, and deeply relaxes the body and mind. As this is a therapeutic massage, ideally between 7 and 10 sessions should be performed initially, once a week (the number of sessions is assessed throughout the therapy), followed by fortnightly or monthly maintenance sessions. The pillars of this technique are:

 

BREATHING

CIRCULATION

VITAL ENERGY

Ayurvedic Yoga Massage is performed on the floor, on a tatami or yoga mat, using vegetable oils and powder from the Indian root acorus calamus (also known as calamus). The technique includes sliding, kneading, rubbing and pressing with the hands and feet , which stimulates circulation, warms up the muscles and joints of the body, preparing it for the bends, twists, pulls and stretches based on the asanas (yoga postures) . In addition, it improves breathing, blood circulation and vitality, providing rebalancing of the body.

 

This is a vigorous and therapeutic massage, performed with slow, rhythmic and deep touches, which requires concentration from both the therapist and the patient. In each session, some stretching maneuvers are performed, chosen according to the patient's needs. Some help to make the spine more flexible, others open the chest or stretch the arms and legs. The effects of these maneuvers are enhanced by the patient's slow and deep breathing, which allows for greater oxygenation of the cells and, consequently, muscle relaxation. The patient is induced by the therapist to inhale and exhale at precise moments, facilitating the range of movement and stretching.

 

"Little by little, the body opens like a flower, petal by petal"

Kusum Modak

 

 

 
Main Benefits of Ayurvedic Yoga Massage

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  • Nourishes and moisturizes the skin and tissues

  • Tones and relaxes the subcutaneous muscle tissues

  • Increases body temperature, facilitating circulation

  • Increases the flow of life-giving oxygen to the tissues

  • Stimulates the lymphatic system, eliminating toxins from the body

  • Increases immune capacity

  • Opens the body's channels

  • Gives the body a feeling of lightness, agility and energy

  • Eliminates joint stiffness, thus improving posture

  • Makes the spine more flexible

  • Increases vigor and sexual vitality

  • Improves body awareness

  • Raises self-esteem

  • Rejuvenates

  • Stimulates concentration, intelligence and creativity

  • Releases blocked emotions

  • Produces relaxation, stimulates positive thoughts and awareness of the whole body

  • Induces a state of meditation

  • Excellent in the treatment of various pathologies such as adhesive capsulitis (“frozen shoulder”), fibromyalgia (generalized body pain), back problems and joint pain.

First training in Yma with Bodhigita
And what is Ayurvedic medicine?

Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient science created in India over 5,000 years ago, and is one of humanity's oldest medicinal systems. The word Ayurveda comes from Sanskrit and means Science of Life ( ayur = life; veda = science/knowledge).

It is considered the mother of medicine, since its principles and studies were the basis for the development of traditional Chinese, Arabic, Roman and Greek medicine. Practiced in India and surrounding countries, Ayurvedic medicine is part of the health system of that country and is widely used by the population. In recent years, it has spread throughout the world as an effective traditional medicine technique.

For Ayurveda, health and well-being depend on the delicate balance between body, mind and spirit. This holistic view of the world is the hallmark of this complex medicine that has several principles.

Formação em Terapias corporais:

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Formação Profissional em Yoga Massagem Ayurvédica – Studio YMA Brasil

Profa. Ma Bodhiguita

- Professora Assistente dos Módulos Básico e Avançado | Reciclagem | Duração: 96 horas | Curso de imersão em Nov. 2017 – Morro de São Paulo, Bahia, Brasil

 - Módulos Básico e Avançado | Duração: 96 horas | Curso de imersão em Nov. 2015 – Itacimirim, Bahia, Brasil

- Módulo Básico II | Duração: 36 horas | Set.2015 – São Paulo, SP, Brasil

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Formação Profissional em Naturopatia Ayurvédica | ALBA – Associação Luso-Brasileira de Ayurvédica (Lisboa)

Dr. Ram Mani Bhandari (Nepal)

História e fundamentos da Ayurveda; 5 Elementos; Plano de equilíbrio para os doshas; Anatomia e fisiologia segunda a ayurveda; Nutrição ayurvédica; Panchakarma; Meditação; Yoga; Plantas medicinais ayurvédicas; Fitoterapia Ayurvédica; Tratamentos fitoterápicos com especiarias e plantas medicinais locais; Rasayana (terapia de rejuvenescimento).

Duração: 108h | 2015 | Formação com certificação DGERT

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Formação Profissional em Indian Head Massage – Champi |  ALBA – Associação Luso-Brasileira de Ayurvédica (Lisboa)

Profa. Nazma Amade

História e fundamentos do Champi; Indicações e benefícios; Precauções e contra-indicações; Anatomia aplicada à IHM; Energias sutis; Chakras superiores; Pontos Marmas; Prática

Duração: 16h | Fev. 2015 | Formação com certificação DGERT

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Formação Profissional em Massagem Ayurvédica Tradicional |  ALBA – Associação Luso-Brasileira de Ayurvédica (Lisboa)

Prof. Valter Cardim

História e fundamentos da Ayurveda; 5 Elementos; Indicações e contra-indicações da massagem; Óleos; Chakras e energias sutis; Noções de anatomia e fisiologia; Nadis e pontos marmas; Prática de massagem de corpo inteiro, com mãos, pés e alongamentos.

Duração: 96h | 2014 | Formação com certificação DGERT

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