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Ayrveda is the science of life, originating in India and practiced for over 3000 years.

Now that we know yoga is here to stay, we would do well to study it’s sister science, ayurveda. These ancient mystical teachings haven’t just given us stretches, breathing and meditation; in fact, a whole lifestyle awaits. Sometimes known as “yoga off the mat”, this system moves our wellness practices into all aspects of our lives. Its about what we do, how we do it, when we do it. And ultimately, its about the attitude just as much as the method.

If we look to nature, we begin to know the cleansing aspects of springtime, the vibrant growth of summer, the rich collecting of the fall and the cool stillness of the winter. We might also come to know the ideal foods to eat, the most optimal activities to partake in, the most promising ideas to follow, the most supportive companions to acquaint with.

From these observations, a natural wisdom dawns. The more closely we observe the cycles of nature, the easier it becomes to flow with the winds of change.

Ayurveda is a system based in the laws of nature. When we know ourselves as a living part of nature, not separate from it, we begin to understand the quality and quantity of essential elements required to build and sustain our own individual state of balance. That balance can be maintained through conscious effort and right action. Consciousness of not just what we think and do, but how we do it.

Amrit Dhara Ayurveda offers workshops, retreats, education and therapies in self care practices.

Savita Leah Young

Certified Ayurveda Practitioner (CAP), Spa Therapist, Yoga Teacher

As a certified yoga teacher, ayurveda practitioner, and a traditional spa therapist, Savita’s bodywork is informed by her lifestyle, steeped in vedic teachings and meditation for over 40 years.

After graduating with honours from Mount Madonna College of Ayurveda in 2010, (Certified Ayurveda Practitioner, CAP), Savita completed the Spa Therapist program at the Vancouver School of Bodywork and Massage, which opened the door to summer institutes in marma therapy, pancha karma therapies, as well as sacred sound and light therapies, with world renown teacher, Dr. Vasant Lad, at the Ayurveda Institute in Albuquerque, NM.

Offering detox and rejuvenation cleanses, nourishing treatments and consultations, Savita supports many in deepening their practice. Fondly referred to as “yoga off the mat”, she launched her wellness business, Amrit Dhara Ayurveda, in 2012.

Nurturing wellness, supporting balance, meeting life one moment at a time, we do this together.

At the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga, Savita offers a stylized Swedish massage,appropriately named Deep Flow, as well as Ayurveda consultations, therapies and treatments. Aromatherapy, foot reflexology, and lymph drainage are woven into every treatment.

Consultations, cleanses and product information are available on request.