Ayurveda: an introduction

Discover the ancient Indian holistic healing system of Ayurvedic medicine. The Ayurvedic tradition takes into consideration an individual's constitution and dosha type and uses a range of different treatments and approaches to restore balance among a person's physical, emotional and spiritual aspects.

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Key course information

Date
29/10/11

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
1 week

Time
10:15 - 17:15

Fees
Full fee: £55^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
FTQ46

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

Learn some of the approaches and techniques of Ayurvedic medicine to help you improve your own health and wellbeing.

What topics will we cover?

- History and principles of Ayurvedic medicine
- Ayurvedic treatment approaches including:
- Introduction to chakras
- Introduction to doshas
- Introduction to some of the physical treatments used in Ayurvedic medicine.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- have a basic understanding of the concept of Ayurvedic medicine
- recognise your own dosha type
- perform a simple chakra balancing
- give an Ayurvedic face massage.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is suitable for all. No prior experience is necessary. You will need to be able to follow instructions, make contributions, write short text, and read main points.

PRE-BODYWORK QUESTIONNAIRE

The following list is to be used as a guide when deciding whether you wish to undertake a course in body work. We have strict guidelines as we aim to protect the health and safety of students in training and those they practise on during and after the course, whilst providing widest possible access. If you have suffered from any of the conditions listed, please check with a medical practitioner whether it is suitable for you to undertake a bodywork course and bring a referral letter from your doctor to your tutor. If you have not checked, or if it is not suitable, please do not participate in a bodywork class/course.

- Epilepsy
- Diabetes
- An untreated medical condition
- Spinal injuries
- A recent operation
- Severe skin disorders
- Severe mental illness
- On medication
- Cardiovascular disorders (high blood pressure, severe varicose veins, heart problems, thrombosis)
- Bone or joint disorders (Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis)
- Pregnancy (or post natal)
- Endocrine disorders
- Knee Problems (for Shiatsu, Thai massage and introductory massage courses only)
- Is there anything else we should know about your health before you enrol for a course? If there is, please let the Health & Movement Studies team know. 020 7492 2622.

If accepted onto a course, a student could be given alternative practical tasks and adjustments may be made where reasonable. However, a student could be asked to leave the course if any situation were to arise which could endanger the well being of that student, or any other student. It is for instance not suitable to work on another student, if you are taking medication that affects your concentration or if you have uncontrolled fits which could cause a danger to others during a relevant activity.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Lecture with computer presentation / Group work / Practical work. No outside class work is required of students.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Please bring with you:
1 bath towel
wet wipe tissues
box of paper tissues

All other material will be provided by the College.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Choose from other complementary health courses from the Health and Movement Programme.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30

Non term-time Tuesday 17.30 - 18.30 Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Health and movement studies

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health@citylit.ac.uk

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