Yogacara simply means “one whose practice is Yogaâ€, and represents a community that seeks balanced and stress free living. Welcome to Yogacara – through all the stages of your life’s journey, where optimal mental, emotional and physical health serve as the foundation for your inner transformation and growth, leading to a happier and more balanced you, and hence to a better world. An urban sanctuary for your inner most being, Yogacara is about a wellness journey that will reshape your mind and body, creating balance and harmony within. An expression of the power of an urban space rich with knowledge and healing energy, Yogacara is an escape from the rigours of daily life, a space to recharge and find inner expression through Yoga, Ayurveda, Meditation, Aromatherapy Body Massage, and healthy eating. Yogacara Wellness Centers Rooted in the rich and ancient heritage of’s wellness sciences, our centers offer a wide range of therapies that seemlessly integrate to optimize your inner and outer health. We offer excellent Yoga classes in Bandra and Mahalaxmi, rooted in the principles of the Iyengar school, Yoga Teacher Training Programs, the best body massages, and wonderful ayurvedic rejuvenation and preventive therapies in Bandra West. Yogacara is rated as one of the top holisitc wellness centers in today; client testimonials speak volumes of the methodologies used. Benefits of our wellness therapies Yoga: Yoga asana, pranayama and meditation helps you develop greater flexibility, release mental, emotional and physical stress, develop a deeper connect with yourself, and become a more peaceful, healthy and energetic human being. Massage: Aromatherapy Body Massages refresh your body, soothes away frazzled city nerves, improves mobility and blood circulation, and releases harmful stress hormones, and the tensions of daily life. We offer Swasthya Deep Tissue Massage, Body Balancing AYM Massage, Yogacara Relaxing Massage, and more in Bandra West. Ayurveda: Ayurvedic panchakarma treatments, colonics, detoxification and rejuvenation therapies, are offered after careful examination by Ayurvedic doctors, to help alleviate physical ailments, stress, enhance the vital life force, prana, and also to help you discard old habits that no longer serve the wellbeing of the body. Health Food Cafe: We also believe you are what you eat. Hence healthy eating plays an intrinsic part of the wellness journey at Yogacara, and we invite you to understand and partake of the culinary process that serves as an essential part of who we are. Join our vibrant wellness community: The Yogacara Training Institute Our Yoga Institute is founded on the core belief that inner awareness is the most powerful driver for change, expansion and growth, enabling us to realize our full human potential. However, without sound mental, emotional and phyiscal health, this is not possible. The Yogacara Institute offers several wonderful courses and trainings, which include Yoga Teacher Trainings, with globally recognized teaching credentials, and courses on transformative learning and growth to both the public and corporates. The rich culture, knowledge and expertise that stems from the Institute and its faculty forms the backbone of everything that we do, ensuring continuity, excellence and depth of knowledge. Yogacara is also a registered Yoga Alliance School in Mumbai,. Background In dedication to Yoga Guru BKS Iyengar, Yogacara is an initiative of long time yoga practitioner Radhika Vachani who quit her successful corporate career in San Francisco to start Yogacara in 2010, after having experienced life-transforming changes with Iyengar Yoga. Passionate about human wellness, Radhika believes, “our breath is the most powerful tool in helping us achieve balance, inner strength, and calm in our lives; the foundation for our growth and inner transformation.†The team at Yogacara consists of highly knowledgeable and experienced professionals who are deeply passionate, & have integrity, dedication, & rigour in what they do.
The basti (colon) treatment keeps your digestive system healthy. It eliminates toxins, parasites and balances the three doshas (elements) of Vata (air), Pitta (fire) and Kapha (water). An unhealthy colon leads to allergies, bloating, constipation, fatigue, headaches, joint pains and issues in the liver, gallbladder, and kidneys. Specific herbs used in the colonic detox target the problem, while keeping the body light, fresh and healthy.
Nasya involves administration of medicated oil through the nose to cleanse accumulated Kapha toxins from the head and neck region. Nasya improves eyesight, insomnia, elimination of excess mucus, pre-mature graying of hair, voice clarity, headaches, hemiplegia, loss of smell and taste, migraines, stiffness of the neck, allergies, nasal polyp, neurological dysfunctions, and sinusitis.
Raktamokshana is a leech therapy procedure to cleanse impure and infected blood from the body. This benefits all skin disorders, high imbalance of pitta dosha, pain, eczema, joint inflammation, and more. This therapy is conducted by our experienced Ayurvedic Doctors.
As toxins accumulate in the body the cells begin to get blocked, and their nourishment diminishes hugely, in turn affecting the overall health of your cells, tissues, and organs. Virechen, detoxes the body at a cellular level. This detoxification treatment is highly effective in the prevention of chronic diseases, ailments, and anti-aging, leaving you with a tremendous feeling of energy and vitality.
Vamana is a treatment where the kapha toxins are removed from the body and the respiratory tract through vomiting. This treatment involves loosening and mobilizing waste products and toxins from the respiratory and gastrointestinal tract in the presence of our experienced Ayurvedic Doctors.
Aromatherapy is the practice of using natural essential oils extracted from flowers, leaves and roots to enhance psychological and physical well-being.
In this therapy a fusion of freshly plucked healing herbs are heated in oil and then dabbed over the entire body in soft muslin cloth, focusing on the muscle tissue, nerves and joints. This treatment is very effective in healing muscular spasms and tightness all over the body. This treatment is great for over all rejuvenation, and also to prevent nerve degeneration and to reduce inflammation. Tremendous healing is brought to neurological disorders such as sciatica, arthritis, and pain.
Elevated stress levels, lack of regular exercise and a fast-paced life result in stress, blocked energy, muscle spasms, back problems and low levels of energy. The Yoga Alignment Massage (AYM) is a specialized technique that requires a highly trained therapist to use unique massage techniques with yoga-based stretching, to open up the body layer by layer, working through the various systems of the body. The therapist first works with the nervous, lymphatic and circulatory systems, then moves onto deep body-work. The body is wholly re-aligned and brought to a renewed state of being.
Sports massage is a type of deep bodywork that focuses on deep muscle work and stretching to heal overused and stressed muscles from repetitive and often aggressive movements.
Inspired by Indian royalty wellness rituals, this amazing massage releases muscular tension from the head, neck, and shoulders, creating a deep sense of relaxation. Champi is performed while seated comfortably upright on a chair. The focus is on areas where stress commonly gathers. Skilful hands whisk away stress and tension leaving you relaxed and happy.
This sublime treatment is performed both on your feet and legs to create a profoundly relaxing experience. Your service begins with a soothing acupressure session, with a series of massage and pressure techniques performed on specific reflex zones to stimulate corresponding body parts. This treatment leaves your feet feeling nourished and rejuvenated.
Balinese massage is a full-body, deep-tissue, holistic treatment. A Balinese massage uses a combination of gentle stretches, acupressure, reflexology, and aromatherapy to stimulate the flow of blood, oxygen and "qi" (energy) around your body, and bring a sense of well-being, calm and deep relaxation. A Balinese massage uses a variety of techniques including skin rolling, kneading and stroking, and pressure-point stimulation, combined with the aromas of essential oils.
This massage relaxes the entire body by working the muscles through specific pressure points and long gliding strokes. Experience increased levels of oxygen, improved circulation and flexibility while easing stress and tension.
This aroma oil, deep tissue massage is a customized technique conducted by highly skilled hands that work into the muscles to release deep-seated stress, pain, stiffness, and enhance the mobility of joints. An incredible sense of serenity fills you as experience a haven of health and wellness. We recommend the 75-minute massage for proper relief of stress and tension.
A full-body aromatherapy relaxing massage to melt away your stress. With alternating palm and thumb strokes, skilled hands gently work on your tired and sore muscles. Our fragrant signature aroma oil blend releases tension, bringing ease and tranquillity to your mind and body. This massage is great for those who do not like deep tissue or deep pressure massages.
An invigorating herbal warm oil massage to lift your spirits and revive your inner vitality, while lubricating the joints and nourishing your internal organs. A combination of Ayurvedic warm oils mixed with healing herbs are used with a variety of thumb and long strokes, along the energy channels of your body in a synchronized manner to restore the flow of vital energy, Prana. Lymphatic stimulation with Ayurvedic herbal oils help squeeze out toxic accumulation from the channels.
Pregnancy is tiring and stressful on the body and without proper care, there can be a lot of wear and tear. Thus both pre and post natal care is essential. Pre-natal massage helps reduce back pain, stress on the body and helps ease delivery significantly, while also keeping your baby happy and healthy. While post natal massages help rejuvenate and restore the body back to normalcy and good health.
This combined treatment of an abhyangam massage and the dripping of a herbal decoction infused with ayurvedic healing herbs on the forehead releases mental stress and promotes better sleep, soothes the mind and creates a wonderful sense of peace and calm.
An energizing oil and Ayurvedic powder massage that exfoliates and polishes the body, removes dead skin cells and results in healthier glowing skin. Regular treatment helps prevent cellulite and fat from accumulating in the body, combined with special medicinal herbs. Also great for weight loss.
Improve sleep quality, energy levels, and overall mental perspectives with Ayurvedic abhyangam massages and shirodhara treatments.
Give your body a gift of health and wellness with a deep tissue, accupressure and relaxing massage to rejuvenate the entire mind and body.
Pottali massage involves a fusion of freshly plucked healing herbs that are heated in Ayurvedic oil and dabbed over the entire body in soft muslin cloth, focusing on muscle tissue, nerves and joints. Tremendous healing is brought to the entire body and to neurological disorders such as sciatica, arthritis, and pain.
Rid both your internal and external body of toxins with an ayurvedic colonic cleanse, an ayurvedic detoxification massage, and an accupressure treatment to open and stimulate all your vital energy points.
Boost your immunity with an ayurvedic colonic and nasal cleanse, an ayurvedic massage, and shirodhara treatment to release mental stress and anxiety.
Release stress, anxiety, and improve sleep quality with Ayurvedic abhyangam massages and shirodhara treatments, followed by a wonderful deep tissue massage.
Elevated stress levels, lack of regular exercise and a fast-paced life result in stress, blocked energy, muscle spasms, back problems and low levels of energy. The Yoga Alignment Massage (AYM) is a specialized technique that requires a highly trained therapist to use unique massage techniques with yoga-based stretching, to open up the body layer by layer, working through the various systems of the body. The therapist first works with the nervous, lymphatic and circulatory systems, then moves onto deep body-work. The body is wholly re-aligned and brought to a renewed state of being.
Sports massage is a type of deep bodywork that focuses on deep muscle work and stretching to heal overused and stressed muscles from repetitive and often aggressive movements.
Anatomy from massage perspective - 1.15 hours, Nervous System & Nerve origin - 1.15 hours Muscular & Skeletal System - 2 hours Drainage systems, Injury and Restoration - 1.5 hours
Anatomy from massage perspective - 1.15 hours, Nervous System & Nerve origin - 1.15 hours Muscular & Skeletal System - 2 hours Drainage systems, Injury and Restoration - 1.5 hours
Imagine looking at acres and acres of lush Himalayan forest, set against the backdrop of the peaks of Nanda Devi and Trishul. The air is crisp and cool, with a delicate mist that is so fresh and cleansing, that your soul feels alive and happy. You soak in the sacred energies and spiritual vibrations of the enchanting and majestic Himalayas - the abode of the mighty Lord Shiva, the Supreme Lord of Yoga, whose ancient practice has been traced back to the Inca Civilization. Standing here, you feel the magical and mysterious energies of the universe, and you can sense its unseen intelligence. Your strong inner urge to connect with this greater intelligence surfaces again.
Imagine looking at acres and acres of lush Himalayan forest, set against the backdrop of the peaks of Nanda Devi and Trishul. The air is crisp and cool, with a delicate mist that is so fresh and cleansing, that your soul feels alive and happy. You soak in the sacred energies and spiritual vibrations of the enchanting and majestic Himalayas - the abode of the mighty Lord Shiva, the Supreme Lord of Yoga, whose ancient practice has been traced back to the Inca Civilization. Standing here, you feel the magical and mysterious energies of the universe, and you can sense its unseen intelligence. Your strong inner urge to connect with this greater intelligence surfaces again.
IMAGINE......high up in the shadow of the world's highest peaks is a land of mythical beauty. A land where vividly coloured mountains rise up dramatically on all sides, dwarfing the crystal rivers and shimmering glaciers which make their way through the barren terrain. It is a land that is arid and harsh, but it is also a land that is one of the most beautiful on earth.