Ayurveda: the taste for life in today’s world

The word Ayurveda literally means the Science of ‘Right Living’. It is the oldest medical system of our planet. Ayurveda is a healing gift from the ancient enlightened sages to humankind, practiced since 4000 BC.

Ayurvedic philosophy holds that suffering is dis - Ease and contentment is Ease.

By understanding the rhythm of the universe that we can align the rhythm of BODY, MIND, HEART & SPIRIT with it — the cardinal philosophy of Ayurveda.

Join us to gain a deeper understanding of the Yogic philosophical principals in aligning with the rhythm of the universe, the traditional essence of Ayurvedic practices and to use them to truly live the science of life...

'May everyone in the whole world be happy'

‘Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu’

Session One

Saturday 21 June 2025

3-6PM

The origins of Ayurveda, routines, food as medicine and Taste as medicine, Prakritti – your constitution, Vkritti – your acquired personality & the Tri Dosha.

Session Two

Saturday 12 July 2025

3-6PM

How to safely practice traditional Ayurvedic Panch Karm – 5 right actions – for everyday Living :

Abhyanga / Oil therapy & Self massage,

Jala Neti / Nasal washing,

Danta Swastyha / tongue cleaning, Mouth Oiling & herbal toothpowder

Agni / how to simply tone your digestive fire

Asana, Pranayama, meditation & Yoga Nidra / how to select Yogic practices used in Ayurveda, for your Prakritti, Vkritti & to pacify Dosha

Session Three

Saturday 16 August 2025

3-6PM

Simple Ayurvedic remedies for common aliments & general first aid

Safe and easy to find everyday items you can use to build your own little Ayurvedic pharmacy in your home for every day health problems, burns, cuts, bruises, rashes, fevers and falls.

The goal of this ancient Indian system of medicine is not only to treat diseases but to find the root causes - hence it lives under the Yoga Philosophy umbrella. This enables us to treat the entire person, including one's Emotional and Spiritual state. It is a guide for the healthy to prevent disease, and for the ill, to help you heal.

The sessions will be held by Radha, an advanced Ayurvedic & Remedial Yoga teacher in the Sivananda Tradition for 25 years. Donations go to the brave foundation a registered tax exempt N0n-Profit, 071-659 NPO, supporting those in Recovery from Serious Physical Trauma & chronic illness, on a donation basis since 2006.

Each sessions requested donation is R540 including notes & organic tea, Chai & snacks. The series is designed to empower those attending all 3 sessions to be confident in their practice – donation for all 3 sessions is R1500

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