Ayurveda
Ayurveda is a science of self-understanding. By understanding our own unique nature or constitution through knowledge learned from Ayurveda we can begin to understand how we interact with our environment and thus make choices that will lead us towards better health. Yoga Bromley offers a variety of Ayurvedic services which can be found on this page.
What is Ayurveda?
Also known as Ayurvedic medicine, Ayurveda is an Ancient Indian form of natural, holistic medicine that uses herbs, diet, yoga, exercise, mantras, aromas, meditation oil treatments and Ayurvedic Massage to promote good health and wellbeing.
Ayurveda claims that most people are born in a perfect state of balance but quickly lose it due to a variety of man-made factors, such as a poor diet and a stressful lifestyle. Ayurveda offers everyone the chance to rediscover for themselves what their optimal condition might be and thereby begin the Ayurveda journey towards achieving and maintaining good health. The driving force behind this balance lies with doshas (see info pack for further information).
Now considered one of the leading forms of holistic medicine available in the west, Ayurveda addresses all factors that influence our quality of life.
Doshas
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Ayurveda believes that an individual’s constitution or ‘prakruti’ is recorded at the time of conception as a genetic code that can be expressed physically and mentally as disease proneness and emotional response. This constitution is determined by three ‘doshas’, or psycho-physiological functional principles in Ayurveda; Vata, Pitta and Kapha. According to Ayurveda, we each have constitutions that include all three doshas, but the proportions and dominance of doshas varies from person to person.
Vata
Tend to be thin, light and quick in our thoughts and actions. When Vata dosha is balanced we are creative, enthusiastic and lively. But if the Vata dosha becomes excessive, we may develop anxiety, insomnia or irregular digestion.
Pitta
If Pitta dosha is most lively in our nature, we tend to be muscular, smart and determined. If balanced, we are warm, intelligent and a good leader. If out of balance, the Pitta dosha can make us critical, irritable and aggressive.
Kapha
Tend to have a heavier frame, think and move more leisurely,and are stable. When balanced, it creates calmness, sweetness and loyalty. When excessive, Kapha dosha can cause weight gain, congestion and resistance to healthy change.
Ayurvedic Services & Offerings
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Also known as Ayurvedic medicine, Ayurveda is an Ancient Indian form of natural, holistic medicine that uses herbs, diet, yoga, exercise, mantras, aromas, meditation oil treatments and Ayurvedic Massage to promote good health and wellbeing.
All consultations, cooking classes, massages and ayurveda retreats are with or run by Emma Brown the director of Yoga Bromley
Diet & Lifestyle Consultations
Ayurvedic consultations are not just for those who suffer from a chronic illness or health concern, but also anyone who is keen to learn how Ayurveda can help them to achieve and maintain their optimum well being through doshic balance.
Cooking Classes
Our fun informal vegetarian/vegan cooking afternoons give you an opportunity to try inspiring wholesome healthy foods, meet new people, and learn more about the effects of our diet on both our body, mind and mood.
Ayurvedic Massage
Ayurvedic massage is a key part of Ayurvedic therapy. Just as a machine needs to be oiled, the body loves to have its largest organ, the skin, soothed, which is why oils are commonly used in Ayurvedic massage.
Ayurveda Retreats
The retreat will be a combination of yogic and ayurvedic practices to help cleanse and rejuvenate your whole being. Everyone that comes will have a private ayurveda health consultation to guide you to your optimum wellbeing.
