Practitioner Immersion Retreat
Are you an Ayurvedic practitioner ready to deepen your expertise and explore the transformative power of Rasayana?
Join us for an all-inclusive, 4-night immersive retreat focused on The Art and Science of Building a Rasayana Protocol. This experience is designed to nourish your well-being while expanding your professional skills, with expert guidance, hands-on learning, and a supportive community.
This immersion retreat is more than a training—it's a transformational experience that will nourish your own well-being while expanding your professional toolkit. With expert guidance, hands-on learning, and a supportive community, you'll gain the confidence, clarity, and practical skills to craft personalized Rasayana protocols and immediately integrate them into your client work.
Our programs is all-inclusive, were every detail is taken care of—your stay, nourishing Ayurvedic meals, and all learning materials —so you can focus on learning, healing, and reconnecting with your purpose. There will be dedicated time for rest, rejuvenation, and personalized care—were you can add-on Ayurvedic therapies from our center for deeper healing, because as a practitioner, your vitality is the foundation of your service.
“You feel so connect to something much greater than our human bodies, than even our individual spirits, you feel this connection to the greater universe.”
Program Overview
Our programs is all-inclusive, were every detail is taken care of—your stay, nourishing Ayurvedic meals, and all learning materials —so you can focus on learning, healing, and reconnecting with your purpose. There will be dedicated time for rest, rejuvenation, and personalized care—were you can add-on Ayurvedic therapies from our center for deeper healing, because as a practitioner, your vitality is the foundation of your service.
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What's Included
4-Night Stay in a Private Suite
Daily Organic Ayurvedic Meals & Tea Service
Morning Yoga Class
Evening Meditation
20 Hours of Hands on Learning
Printed & Digital Workbook
Rasayana Herbal Formulation Recipes
Rasayana Meal Planning Recipes
20 hrs of CE credits
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The Foundations of a Rasayana Practice & Essential Qualities of an Ayurvedic Practitioner
Ayurveda is an ancient practice that guides both practitioner and client on a journey of self-discovery and realignment. This module focuses on developing the essential skills required for an Ayurvedic practice, fostering deeper awareness and connection.
Gain an understanding of the foundations of a Rasayana practice, including its purpose and significance in Ayurvedic rejuvenation.
Explore the essential qualities required to cultivate a successful Ayurvedic practice, including self-awareness and balance.
Understand the role of attentive listening in Ayurvedic consultations.
Learn trauma-informed care principles to create a safe healing environment.
Explore conscious communication techniques to enhance practitioner-client relationships.
Develop a foundation of self-awareness and balance through Ayurvedic wisdom.
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Designing Multi-Week Rasayana Program
What exactly is a Rasayana? In Ayurveda, Rasayana refers to practices that support rasa, or life essence. This module delves into the creation of individualized Rasayana health plans, guiding participants through the process of structuring personalized rejuvenation programs.
Gain a deep understanding of the core principles of Rasayana therapy.
Learn to assess client needs and tailor multi-week rejuvenation programs.
Explore the integration of Rasayana principles into holistic health planning.
Engage in case studies and peer learning to enhance practical application.
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Applied Rasayana Practices & Therapies
This module focuses on the practical aspects of Rasayana therapy, including meal planning, herbal formulation, and hands-on bodywork techniques that enhance vitality and longevity.
Develop Ayurvedic meal plans that nourish both the physical and spiritual body.
Gain knowledge of Rasayana herbal formulations and their applications.
Learn to create personalized herbal blends with safety and efficacy in mind.
Master the art of Pada Abhyanga, a rejuvenating Ayurvedic foot massage for circulation and relaxation. description
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7:00 AM – Morning Yoga
8:15 AM – Ayurvedic Breakfast
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM – Morning Lecture
12:30 - 1:30 PM – Ayurvedic Lunch
1:30 - 3:30 PM – Afternoon Lecture
3:30 - 3:45 PM – Ayurvedic Tea Break
3:45 - 5:00 PM – Hands-On Practicum
6:00 PM – Light Ayurvedic Dinner
7:30 PM – Evening Meditation -
Upon Completion of This Immersion, Practitioners Will:
Develop proficiency in the essential qualities of an Ayurvedic practitioner – including effective communication, trauma-informed care, and conscious listening, enabling a deeper connection with clients and improved therapeutic outcomes.
Be able to design and implement individualized Rasayana health plans – offering tailored rejuvenation programs that enhance vitality and well-being while addressing specific health concerns.
Gain expertise in Ayurvedic meal planning and herbal Rasayana formulations – learning to create customized dietary and herbal protocols that optimize health and longevity for clients.
Master the application of Pada Abhyanga as a rejuvenating therapy – equipping practitioners with hands-on skills to enhance relaxation, circulation, and overall vitality in their clients.
Learn practical strategies for integrating Rasayana practices into personal and professional wellness offerings – expanding professional opportunities and refining client-centered Ayurvedic approaches.
This retreat empowers participants with a deep and practical understanding of Rasayana, providing tools and techniques that can be seamlessly integrated into both personal practice and professional Ayurvedic offerings, helping to enhance client satisfaction and business growth.
Meet Your Facilitators
Kathy Jo Staheli, AD
Kathy Jo Staheli, AD, is a NAMA-recognized Ayurvedic doctor and founder of Purusha Ayurveda, with nearly 20 years of experience specializing in Panchakarma. Trained in both the U.S. and India, she has served as a practitioner and global business manager for Kerala Ayurveda Academy and played a key role in the National Ayurvedic Medical Association for nearly seven years, where she now chairs the Panchakarma Committee. Kathy Jo offers deeply rooted, authentic Ayurvedic care and education to a global community.
Anjali Deva, Ap
Anjali Deva is an Ayurvedic practitioner and educator, founder of Rooted Rasa and Mādhya Way, a school for Ayurveda. Known for her trauma-informed, compassion-based approach, she supports clients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, digestive issues, and women’s health. Introduced to Ayurveda and Yoga by her father, Arun Deva, Anjali trained with Kerala Ayurveda Academy, Loyola Marymount University, and teachers in both the U.S. and India. Her work bridges mental health and Ayurveda, helping others find resilience and inner harmony.
Sarah Syson, HAC
Sarah Syson is an Ayurvedic chef, trained Holistic Ayurvedic Coach, and currently completing her certification as an Ayurvedic Health Counselor with Kerala Ayurveda. Inspired by her love of yoga and nature, she is dedicated to holistic living and continues to deepen her studies in Ayurveda and yoga. Sarah nourishes Panchakarma and workshop guests with balanced, prana-filled meals made with love.
