Ayurveda Yoga Villa

Welcome to Ayurveda Yoga Villa !

Our center is a unique place where you can experience the best of ancient Indian traditions -Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation, Kalari- in an amazing location on the banks of River Kabani, in the middle of thousands of acres of forest, spanning through three Indian states: Kerala, Karnataka and Tamilnadu. We invite you to come and experience, rejuvenate, heal and transform your body and mind with Ayurveda (the Science of Life) and Yoga (Harmony of Body, Mind & Soul). If you are looking for a specific treatment, rejuvenation, beauty enhancement, or simply to get away from the stress of modern life, we can offer you the best wellness experience possible according to your time, health, needs, and budget. For us, you are not just a customer, but an opportunity to share our knowledge of ancient traditions.

Our Experience

All our herbal medicines and techniques are safe and monitored by qualified and experienced professionals. We use all the modern diagnostic methods along with ancient Ayurvedic wisdom to understand your body and your problems in depth.

More than Ayurveda

All our programs are a blend of Ayurvedic treatments with Yoga, Pranayama (breathing techniques), Meditation, Marma, Ayurvedic diet and contemplative walks in nature. Our entire facility is built in a very special place and designed according to Vastu -the ancient science of yArchitecture.

Mother Nature

Lie down in the waters of River Kabani or go for nature walks in the unspoiled forest all around us to relax the body & mind and to explore the rare species of wildlife and birds, herbal plants, and tribal culture in the forest.

Responsible (Eco) Tourism

We are concerned with and committed to ethical, environmental and spiritual values to lead a healthy and harmonious lifestyle. We provide only pure vegetarian food. You won't see alcohol, drugs, meat products or plastic at Ayurveda Yoga Villa.

Good Food & Good People

That's what our clients say - delicious! For us, food is a medicine and you are our Gods to please. Our staff are simple and efficient -it would be like staying with a family.

Ayurveda, India’s Ancient System of Herbal Product:

Ayurveda is the oldest form of health care in the world. It is considered the sister science of yoga and is said to have originated in India over 5000 years ago, at approximately the same time as the emergence of yoga. It is called the healing science of India and utilizes the blessings of nature and spirit to restore balance to the body. The very uniqueness of Ayurveda is that it does not fight with the body to control disease, but teaches us to harmonize our body and mind with the universal laws of nature, thereby removing the very roots of disease.

In Sanskrit, Ayur means life and Veda means knowledge or science, so the literal translation is “The Science of Life”. It is based on the one fundamental principle that health is the natural state of an individual as long as his/her body and mind are in harmony with nature (environment). Disease is the outcome of disharmony. Ayurveda is different from other health care systems in that it places emphasis on prevention at the root causes, instead of dealing with symptoms. Ayurveda emphasizes on the importance of food as our herbal, along with yoga, pranayama, meditation, herbal medication, and the cleansing, rejuvenation and detoxification of both body and mind.

What should I expect from an Ayurvedic treatment?

Ayurvedic treatment focuses on restoring the natural harmony of your body and mind. On your first day at Ayurveda Yoga Villa, our ajarya will ask for your medical history, check your pulse, palpate your abdomen, examine your tongue, eyes, nails, and skin, and listen to the tone of your voice. He will also ask you questions about your general state of health with special focus on your lifestyle, diet, habits, and environmental surroundings. Based on this assessment, our ajarya will then make recommendations on how to restore your natural balance, which always includes changes in your lifestyle, a particular diet and the following practices:

Pranayama

Breathing exercises. Practicing pranayama generates more energy.

Abhyanga

massaging the skin with herbal oil to increase blood circulation and draw toxins out of the body through the skin.

Rasayana

using mantras (repeated words or phrases) during meditation combined with specific rejuvenating herbs.

Yoga

combining pranayama, movement, and meditation. It has been shown to improve circulation and digestion, and to reduce blood pressure, cholesterol levels, anxiety, and chronic pain.

Pancha karma

cleansing the body of toxins to purify it and reduce cholesterol. Practitioners use methods to induce sweat, bowel movements and even vomiting, in an effort to cleanse the body of toxins.

Herbal products

herbs are prescribed to restore dosha balance.

Salient features of Ayurveda

• • 100% Safe: Ayurveda uses all Natural herbal products having no side effects.
  • Deep healing: Ayurveda goes to the root of the problem and does not only suppress the external symptoms.
  • Comprehensive method: Ayurveda uses special diet, yoga, breathing techniques and meditation for complete restoration of the body and mind.
  • Clean: Ayurveda detoxifies the body from years of toxin and tension build-up.
  • Both preventive as well as curative treatments.

The Roots of Yoga

Yoga is also one of the six classical Indian philosophies and is referred to throughout the Vedas – the oldest historical writings dated back to 5000 BC. The earliest archeological evidence of yoga was found in the stone seals, depicting the yoga poses, during the excavations of the Indus valley civilization dating back to 3000 BC. Legend has it that knowledge of Yoga was first passed by Lord Shiva to his wife Parvati and from there to the rest of human kind.

 The Aim of Yoga

The ultimate aim of Yoga is to experience the Truth, by realizing the true nature of our ‘Self’ and the Universe. Then one can become free from the chain of cause and effect (Karma) which brings us to earthly life again and again. In that highest state of yogic realization, one can regain one’s real nature – Eternal Existence, Supreme Wisdom, Absolute Bliss (Sat-Chit-Ananda). According to Yoga, the ‘self’ (soul) is timeless, unchanging and free of sorrows. Yoga is therefore a spiritual quest. However, along the path of yoga, the yogi also gains health, happiness, tranquility and wisdom, which are indicators of progress and an encouragement to continue the practice.

The Paths of Yoga

The beauty of yogic teachings is that a yogi is free to think, to rationalize, to feel and then to choose a path according to his choice. In modern day India, there are 33 million Indian gods, millions of techniques and thousands of schools – all of them aiming for the same goal and existing side by side. Even now, one hears about new styles of yoga being invented every other day, but of course, they are mostly from the West. However, all of them can be classified under the following broad categories:

1. Jnana Yoga: Yoga of Wisdom – the path of intellectual philosophy and non-dualism.
2. Bhakti Yoga: Yoga of Love – the path of devotion to a divine personality and non-dualism.
3. Karma Yoga: Yoga of Action – the path to spiritualize our day to day life with selflessness.
4. Raja Yoga: Yoga of Meditation – the path of mastering the mind and mystical experiences.

It must be realized that there are no clear cut boundaries between these various paths and one is free to blend the practices and philosophies of the others, as all these paths have the same goal. The yogi is free to practice or experiment with any number of paths at one time.

 Misconceptions about Yoga

There are still a lot of misconceptions about Yoga, for instance, Yoga being a religion. Yoga is not a religion. It is a set of techniques for us to find spirituality. In fact, Yoga is being practiced by a lot of people from different religions like Christians, Jewish, Buddhists, and Muslims.

Another misconception is that Yoga is an exercise, a way for us to keep fit. It is partly true, but if you think that Yoga is just that, then you are greatly mistaken. Yoga develops the body, since a weak one is a hindrance to spiritual growth. It does not simply focus on the physical but on the mental and spiritual aspects as well.

 Is Yoga for me?

Definitely, yes! Yoga is for anyone who is willing to learn its philosophy and ideas. It does not require any special equipment or clothing. What it requires is your will to have a healthier, stress-free life.

You may first approach Yoga as a way to achieve a great body or to keep fit and that is perfectly alright. After the purification of the body, you will eventually start reflecting on yourself and desire to find your inner peace. It exercises not just your body but your mind as well. With a healthy body and mind, you’re on your way to a more fulfilling life.

CONTACTS:

Ayurveda Yoga Villa Palvelichem, Bavali PO, Kartikulam, Wayanad district, Kerala, South India, PIN :670646 +91 81570 11347 info@ayurvedayogavilla.com