Sacred Stone Bodywork
Therapy I Certification [18 hours / 3 days]
Outline
Sacred Stone Therapy combines the art of stone bodywork with the ancient science of Ayurveda. Sacred Stone Therapy is a 75 minute calming, peaceful and restorative experience. We charge our clients $90-$108 per treatment, depending on the application. Some therapists charge as much as $130 per treatment, depending on the going rate and the location.
Sacred Stone Therapists focus on anchoring the first and second energy centers in the body (chakras) and directing energy towards the "terminal ends" of the body. The sequence and layout of each stone makes this therapy distinctively Ayurvedic. The integration of our signature techniques such as gliding, spinning and edging with the stones, combined with western & eastern massage techniques, the client will feel grounded, centered and nurtured. This therapy is not a "light-touch" treatment, although it can be if that is the intention.
Our textured stones allow therapists to grip the fascia and provide, deep, structurally restorative treatments, without pain. Our stones are larger than most stones used in spas or training classes, hence, the weight of the stones provides natural compression therapy, which has been clinically shown to reduce anxiety and pacify the vata dosha. Our teachers do not use scary, unfamiliar Sanskrit terminology, so anyone can take this class and understand the science of Ayurveda.
Students don't need to have any Ayurvedic background to take this class. Each student will have a chance to give and receive a full Sacred Stone Treatment.
The beauty of Sacred Stone Therapy is manifested in the compassion extended from the therapist to the client. This compassion becomes imprinted within the matrix of each stone.
Student Objectives
After completing this course in Ayurveda and Sacred Stone Therapy, the student should be able to:
- Describe the history of stone healing.
- Learn how to maintain, clean and recharge the stones.
- Understand the precautionary measures.
- Comprehend the profound benefits of Sacred Stone Therapy.
- Implement Sacred Stone Techniques and Layouts.
- Identify crystals.
- Describe Sacred Stone Geology and the Stone Radiance Factor.
- Apply cool white quartzite stones to inflammations and the face.
- Incorporate some simple ayurvedic health approaches to their massage practice.
- Identify the three doshas (biological principles) within yourself and your client.
- Identify the five great elements as they relate to the three biological principles.
- Learn about the five directional flows (vayus) within the body.
- Recognize the principle of Terminal Clearance within the body.
- Explain eight types of Ayurvedic bodywork modalities.
- Use appropriate oils on clients and explain the benefits of oil massage (abhyanga).
- Understand the chakra system.
- Understand the Shakti Factor and Mudras.
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Execute a full Sacred Stone Therapy session.
Benefits of Sacred Stone Therapy:
Increases circulation, lymph and vitality.
Promotes the release of toxins and eliminates excess.
When used with castor oil, it reduces cellulite dramatically.
The residue of sea salt from the sea stones purify and balance the electromagnetic field.
Irons out tight muscles, softening the tissue with heat.
Balances the chakras when the stones are spun correctly.
Sedates the central nervous system when the stones are laid upon the spinal column.
Relieves sinus pressure.
Reduces puffy eyes.
Firms the skin on the face by alternating hot and cold stones, stimulating vascular gymnastics.
Grounds the body by reducing the wind (vata) element within the body.
Improves the tone of visceral organs.
Aids in elimination by alternating hot and cold stones, stimulating peristalsis.
Increases kinesthetic awareness of the body by alternating textured and smooth stones.
Gently exfoliates the skin, enhancing liver function.
Incorporates sound and vibration, i.e., clicking, tapping.
Reduces inflammatory conditions with the use of cool stones.
Reduces the “tickle factor”
Adds more energy to the session since stones are living, swirling microcosms of energy.
Renews the sweetness of life.
Day One:
History of stone healing.
What is Sacred Stone Therapy?
Intro to Ayurveda.
How does Sacred Stone Therapy integrate Ayurveda.
Sacred Stone Therapy soothe attributes of vata.
Organize your treatment room.
Precautionary guidelines.
Maintenance of the heating unit & stones.
Sacred geology 101.
The stone radiance factor.
Sacred Stone Demonstration.
The Five Sacred A's.
Favorite, easy moves.
Application of cool quartzite stones.
Benefits of laying stones directly on the skin.
Recharge your stones.
The Sacred Stone Sequence.
The Shakti Factor.
Day Two:
Textural distinctions of each type of stone.
Ayurvedic dosha questionnaire.
Learn your individual Ayurvedic Constitution.
Guided Practicum.
Day Three:
Guided Practicum.
The "Five Terminals Ends" in the body.
Removing unsupportive core beliefs using stone stuppas.
Stone techniques.
Mudras.
Choose your personal crystal: Crystal Ally Card message.
Replace your unsupportive core belief with a supportive one.
Closing Circle.
Who should come?
Massage therapists, healers, nurses, aestheticians, helping professionals and anyone who truly loves stones. No prior knowledge of Ayurveda necessary.
What to bring?
Massage table, bolster, one set of sheets, face cradle cover, egg mattress foam or table size cushion to soften your massage table (stones must sink into a cushion, or they will press into your back.), fresh lemon, two large towels, two white hand towels, twelve ounces of refined sesame, sunflower, safflower, olive, grapeseed or jojoba oil (or any other consumable oil) in a squeeze/squirt top plastic bottle, four ounce bottle of castor oil, pen, and a pillow if you enjoy sitting on the floor.
Certification
18 continuing education credits (NCBTMB)
Cost
Please click on the location on the Calendar page where you would like to participate for the cost of this workshop.
Discounts
10% Early Bird Discount for full payment 60 days prior to workshop begin.
20% Combo Discount off the total when taking 2 or more workshops.
Note: Discounts may not be combined.
