Advanced Introduction to Intermediate Ayurveda
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MAY 13th - MAY 27th, 2016
DR. ROBERT SVOBODA & DR. CLAUDIA WELCH
Join us in the beautiful rural setting of the Stoweflake Mountain Resort and Spa, in
Stowe, Vermont, for this two-week intensive course-the second of two courses on the
ancient science of Ayurveda. In this second installment, intermediate principals will be
explored in a way that is meaningful and practically applicable for all who want to
integrate Ayurveda into their life and practice.
Dr. Claudia Welch and Dr. Robert Svoboda combined have more than half a century of
practicing and teaching Ayurveda. In this course, they will present what they have found
to be the most practically essential elements of the intermediate principles of Ayurveda.
The content will reach sufficient depth to allow participants to incorporate more subtle
concepts and practices of Ayurveda into a yoga practice, an established medical
practice, or to be prepared to go on to further clinical studies.
Participants will be familiarized with the following subjects:
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Rasa (taste), virya (energetics), vipaka (post-digestive effect), and prabhava (special
effects) of dravya (substances)
The thirteen types of agni (digestive and transformational fires)
The seven dhatus (bodily tissues), their functions, associated upadhatus (secondary
tissues) and malas (wastes)
The fundamentals of how each dhatu is created, nourished and transformed
Symptoms associated with the entry of each dosa into each dhatu
The srotamsi (physiological channels) of the body and mind
The signs and symptoms of vitiated srotamsi and possible causes of vitiation
The six stages of samprapti (pathogenesis)
The difference between shamana (gentle dosa-palliative procedures) and shodhana
(forcible expulsion of dosa from the body) in the resolution of disorders
Ayurvedic psychology: understanding how the mind and body affect each other
As an intense download of information could overwhelm the mental digestion of
participants, lecture time has been capped at three and a half hours per day, with
Sunday, May 22 free. To facilitate integration of what is learned, there will be two hours
of yoga instruction daily, one and a half hours in the morning and a half hour of mainly
yoga nidra in the afternoon.
The yoga classes will be taught by Ms. Rose Baudin, an internationally known yoga
teacher and longtime friend of Drs. Svoboda and Welch. This schedule allows for a total
of 45.5 hours of Ayurveda instruction, 26 hours of yoga instruction, and time to study,
absorb, walk, enjoy spa treatments (including Ayurvedic treatments, offered at a 20%
discounted rate for participants), and generally appreciate springtime in Vermont.
Students should be aware that this program will be videotaped. The lectures will therefore be
delivered uninterrupted, and question and answer sections will follow. There are no plans to film
any students.
Prerequisites:
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Advanced Introduction to Beginning Ayurveda whether you completed it at the
Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa in May 2015 or online at DrClaudiaWelch.com
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Education in content equivalent* to the Advanced Introduction to Beginning
Ayurveda, with instructor consent. Kindly email Dr. Welch’s office for more
information about this option: office@drclaudiawelch.com
Daily Schedule
Friday, May, 13 6:30 to 7:30pm:
Welcome, introduction and orientation, followed by a book signing with Dr. Svoboda and
Dr. Welch.
Saturday, May 14 through Friday, May 27:
(Except Sunday, May 22, which will be a day off)
All days will be on the same schedule:
7:30-9:00 am Yoga Rose Baudin
9:00-10:30 am Breakfast*
10:30-12:30 pm Lecture with Drs. Welch and Svoboda
12:30-2:00 pm Lunch*
2:00 -3:30pm Lecture with Drs. Welch and Svoboda
3:30-4:00 pm Chanting, Prana Work or yoga nidra with Rose
7:00-7:30 pm Study Group (optional but strongly encouraged)
The Stoweflake Spa & Wellness Center will offer a 20% discount on all spa services for
participants, including Ayurvedic treatments. For more information click here.
Registration Open Dates:
February 1st, 2015: Priority will open to also include students who complete the online
version of the course and sign up by March 30th, 2016.
March 31st, 2016: Registration will open to also include those who are on the wait list
with equivalent education*
April 16th, 2016: Registration will open to anyone who meets the pre-requisites and
wants to attend only part of the course, provided there is availability. Note: you must
attend from the start of the course and for consecutive days.
Program Rate: $1650.00 per person, for the whole program
The number of students will be capped at thirty, so it is advisable to enroll early. Please
note that admission priority will be given to students who completed the introductory
course in May 2015 at Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa.
Cancellation policy:
Payment of 50% of program fee is required upon registration. As of April 13, this will be
a non-refundable deposit and the balance of the program fee will be required upon
arrival on May 13th 2016. We reserve the right to cancel this program until April 13th, at
which time full payment will be refunded.
Accommodations:
Luxury Accommodations: $119.00* per room, per night.
Luxury Accommodations offer a combination of courtyard and mountain views
from spacious, upscale rooms. Gentle tones complement the natural surrounding
environment and welcome you to discover the unique setting of Stowe, Vermont.
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Standard Accommodations: $99.00* per room, per night.
These country-comfort Standard level rooms are conveniently located on the
West Wing first floor or adjacent to the Sports and Wellness Center. Guests
staying in our comfortable Standard rooms enjoy easy access to our on-site
restaurant, Charlie B's Pub & Restaurant. Learn More.
* Accommodations are not included in the program cost. Additional Terms and Cancellation Policies Here.
Meal plan:
$55 per person per day, for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
The Stoweflake Spa & Center for Growth is working in partnership with our Chef, Mitch
Jones, to offer wholesome, balancing meals using fresh ingredients, high quality spices
and local products. A special vegetarian menu (no meat, fish or eggs), with gluten-free
and non-vegetarian options available, has been created for participants, which will be
available for pre-order to facilitate prompt service during the training. For more
information, contact Joanie at ayurveda@stoweflake.com.
Registration:
Please pre-register by emailing Dr. Welch’s office at: office@drclaudiawelch.com
Once accepted into the program, contact The Stoweflake Spa and Wellness Center to
complete your registration, book accommodations and sign up for the meal plan.
(802) 760-1083, toll free at 1-800-253-2232 or ayurveda@stoweflake.com