3-Day In-Person Ayurvedic Massage Training (Abhyanga) — Port Elliot, South Australia

Taught by Lydia Rega Clinical Ayurvedic Practitioner Adv. Dip Ayurveda 

Train in an authentic, hands-on Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage foundation, with special focus on Indian Accupressure Massage (Marma Point Therapy) and tailoring treatments for common symptoms and client needs.

Dates (in person): at Port Elliot Wellness 

Friday 19th, Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st February 2027 9am-4.30pm 

Location:

Port Elliot Wellness, South Australia

Payment options: * Early Bird Special ends Nov 1st

Pay in full  OR

Pay 50% to enrol & remaining amount by Dec 20th

Installment payment options available with Afterpay

Daily inclusions:

Morning tea & lunch provided each day

Massage oil & Herbal oils included

Why Learn This Massage Training? (Patient & Practice Benefits)

This course builds your ability to deliver Abhyanga as a therapeutic, client-centred treatment—not just a relaxation session.

Supports circulation & lymph flow

  Helps encourage movement of fluids and improves the body’s ability to recover and restore balance.

Calms the nervous system

  Suitable for clients who present with stress-related tension, “wired” feeling, poor recovery, or mental fatigue.

Targets stiffness & functional discomfort

  Marma-based focus (Indian acupressure points) improves effectiveness in common complaint areas.

Enhances detoxification pathways

  Uses warm medicated oils to support the body’s natural elimination processes.

Improves mobility, comfort, and overall wellbeing

  Builds a repeatable protocol you can adapt for different client constitutions and seasons.

Teaches how to tailor treatments ethically & appropriately

  Clear guidance on contraindications and safe application helps you work confidently.

For patients/clients: you gain a skillset that often feels deeply supportive—helping them feel more comfortable, grounded, and restored after sessions.

For practitioners: you gain structured technique, Ayurvedic reasoning, and practical room/table workflow to deliver consistently professional treatments.

What Makes This Course Special: Abhyanga + Marma Point Therapy

Alongside full Abhyanga fundamentals, you’ll learn Indian Accupressure Massage using Marma points, including how to integrate pressure and rhythmic sequencing to better address common presentations such as:

Tension patterns in neck/shoulders and upper back

Lower back tightness and hip restriction patterns

Headache-prone tension (where appropriate and safe)

Stress and nervous system overload

Digestive sluggishness patterns (through constitution-appropriate approaches)

Sleep disruption and whole-body “wired” states (supportive work)

You’ll learn not only where Marma points sit, but how to use them within an Abhyanga treatment so the session feels cohesive, therapeutic, and safe.

Course Focus: Ayurveda-Based Tailoring (Dosha-Informed Oil Selection)

You will learn how to choose and apply specialized herbal oils based on Ayurvedic principles—supporting individualized care.

You’ll learn what to use for different dosha tendencies

  Practical guidance for oil selection and how symptoms can guide the approach.

Seasonal considerations**

  Understanding why the “same” treatment may be adjusted across different seasonal conditions.

Client tailoring**

  How to adapt techniques for body type, sensitivity, comfort level, and therapeutic goals.

What You Will Learn (Syllabus & Practical Skills)

You will be taught the following hands-on skills and knowledge:

The basic principles of Ayurveda philosophy

Which specialized herbal oils to use for specific dosha tendencies and client conditions

Practical setup for room, table, and equipment for Abhyanga

Marma therapy for specific areas of the body (Indian acupressure point focus)

Authentic rhythmic, sequenced strokes and techniques to deliver a 1.5 hour Abhyanga

How to perform massage according to the client’s body type and constitution

Benefits to body, mind, and spirit

Contraindications of Abhyanga (safety and appropriate screening)

How to incorporate steam therapy with essential oils at the end of treatment

   To assist deeper oil penetration and enhance comfort

Three Main Components of a Full Abhyanga (In this Training)

You will learn and practice the full sequence:

Shiro Abhyanga (Head Massage)

Mukha Abhyanga (Face Massage)

Abhyanga (Body Massage)

Marma Point ( Indian Accupressure Massage)

Syllabus Material You’ll Receive (PDF Manual)

You will also receive a PDF course manual covering:

Ayurveda principles and philosophy

Doshas questionnaire for diagnosis of Prakruti

Qualities and properties of oils used

History, contraindications, benefits, client forms, and treatment timings

Practical techniques and moves for Abhyanga massage

FAQ and frequently asked learner questions

Session Structure & Learning Support

You’ll be shown the methods clearly, then guided through practical application.

It’s also highly recommended to complete the 2 multiple-choice quizzes that occur before each lecture (to reinforce understanding).

Foundation for Future Ayurvedic Bodywork

This course is your initial foundation for continuing with other Ayurvedic body therapies, such as:

Pinda Sweda (Herbal Bolus Massage)**

Shirodhara

External Bastis

And additional Ayurvedic body therapies

Booking Conditions & Course Sensu(s) Date

50% deposit option:

  Final payment due by Dec 20th 2027

Course census date:

  Dec 19th 2026

Refund policy:

  Cancellations prior to Dec 19th 2026: full refund

  Cancellations after Dec 19th 2026: no refunds will be sent

Important Note on Certification (Please Read)

This course is created for practitioners (massage & bodywork therapists).

It is NOT a government certified course and does not provide a license to practice any type of body therapy.

Upon completion, you will receive eligibility for a Port Elliot Wellness certificate of completion, crediting you as a skilled Abhyanga body therapist.

  This is recognized by Port Elliot Wellness and confirms competency for delivering Abhyanga with efficacy, uniqueness, and skill.

Who This Course Is For (Quick Answers)

Who is it for?

  New/aspiring body therapists and those with existing bodywork experience.

Do I need prior Ayurveda knowledge?

  No—welcome all experience levels.

Do I need to have already learned Abhyanga?

  No, but if you have experience, the course will deepen your knowledge and refine technique.

Are there job opportunities?

  We may expand the clinic and retreats, and we can also provide referrals to respected Ayurvedic clinics and practitioners.

Contact & Book Your Place

Phone: 0431 181 700

Email: hello@portelliotwellness.com

If you’d like, tell me your current experience level (brand new / some massage experience / Ayurvedic experience) and what symptoms you most want to confidently work with, and I can tailor a short “best-fit” section for your marketing flyer.