The Sanskrit word 'Sneha' translates as both 'love' and 'oil' or 'fat'. Ayurveda has for centuries used warm oil treatments to purify and nourish the body-mind through the direct application of Sneha to the body-mind. These treatments clear and balance the energy points (Marma) and channels (Nadi). They also balance the patterns of energy movements (Vayus) in the body-mind. This allows for the free flow of the body-mind's innate intelligence bringing healing, awareness and harmony.
We are offering two-hour sessions which consist of

  • a five to ten minute consultation
  • an Abhyanga
  • either a Shirodhara or Nasya treatment
  • sauna to complete the experience
Abhyanga

An Abhyanga treatment uses a combination of organic seed oils and essential oils or herbs, selected specifically for you, and applies them to the body-mind. The oil is applied by light friction and gentle pressure with specific strokes designed to stimulate, clear and balance the energy patterns of your body-mind. The treatment stimulates lymph and blood circulation and supports hormonal balance. It helps strengthen all the tissues of the body thereby supporting the immune system. And, it feels wonderful!


Shirodhara

A Shirodhara is the application of a slow, fine stream of warm organic oil continuously poured on the third eye and the forehead. Once again the oil is mixed especially for you. This treatment calms the mind and emotions, which allows for even deeper relaxation. It melts the tensions and discomforts in the head, neck and shoulders. It can alleviate headaches, anxiety, nervousness and other stress related symptoms. It allows for expanding awareness and can produce feelings of well-being, balance and joy.

 

Nasya

A Nasya treatment starts with a face treatment using specially formulated organic oils and gentle heat. Energy points (Marma) are stimulated and lymph is encouraged to flow. Herbal oil drops are applied to the nose, which Ayurveda sees as the doorway to the mind. Nasya clears obstructions in the sinuses, relieves tension, pacifies nerves and clarifies mental processes. It can alleviate insomnia, sinus conditions, ringing in the ears and dark circles under the eyes.

It would be optimum to have the short consultation a day or two before the treatments. This would allow us to discuss what you could do to prepare for the treatments, in order to maximize their benefits. We can also put together a program where you would have an initial consultation, a number of daily treatments and a follow up consultation. This would maximize your journey toward balance during your stay.

How to make an appointment

If you are interested in a consultation and/or treatment(s), please come to reception and Lalita or Narayani will be happy to meet with you. They can be paged and will be checking in with reception regularly. If you decide to have a consultation and/or treatment(s) we will then make the appointment(s).

Appointment Times

Consultations and treatments are available between 10AM and 4PM daily except Wednesdays. When booking the treatments, please confirm which treatment you would prefer with the Abhyanga, the Nasya or Shirodhara.

Cost

Abhyanga and Shirodhara or Nasya -Two hours $150.00

Please make payments to the Yoga Ranch at Reception in advance of the sessions.

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