Brought my 5 year old daughter here to check her stomach issues. The woman instead started…read moreinterrogating her. Because she didn't answer she said things like: "In my time, kids like you would get slapped" "I'm waiting for you to act like a big girl" and "She's behaving like a little kid". She also pushed invasive Qs about friends, grandparents, future careers, and even asked "Do you wanna be a clown?" while ignoring her discomfort. Mocked her for "acting like a little kid" and compared her thumb-sucking to adult behavior ("Adults don't sit and suck their thumb over it") This session traumatized my child with its blend of Ayurvedic dogma, pressure tactics, and veiled threats. No professional should ever invoke corporal punishment to shame a 5-year-old's natural hesitancy. Yikes. Never again.

Do not take CE classes with this woman! She will waste your time, take your money, and offer…read morenothing more than what you can learn on your own from books or with other more qualified practitioners. Everything she taught she had to look in her book, didn't have answers for nuanced questions, and offered no more info or wisdom than what was in the book verbatim. She will talk about herself and her sensitivity to smells over and over again, talk shit about people in her past and how "unspiritual" they are, and leave you wondering what you wasted your time doing.

For some time now, I have needed to de-stress and energize. I arrived on Friday at noon and was…read morewelcomed by Jose who did not just check me in, but rather took the time to understand what I was looking for. He showed me around and took me to my room to settle in. The room was cozy and spotlessly clean. At 1 PM I went to the dining room for lunch, where I met other guests who had arrived a few days before me. Everyone was so welcoming. Lunch was delicious and quite filling. At 2 PM I had my first treatment with Melba. I had chosen the Rest & Relaxation Retreat and I loved every second of my massage, the Nasya and that day I had the steam. I learned the steam, where I was very comfortable, was detoxing me. What a wonderful feeling! That evening I had yoga with Emily. A sweet, beautiful young lady. It was my first time doing yoga and she was so patient, letting me know she wanted me to feel comfortable performing the poses. After the class I felt so accomplished and then it was time for dinner. Again, an amazing meal. I did not feel full but did feel very satisfied. I slept so well that night I missed my yoga class at 8 am. Really wish I hadn't overslept or at least had set the alarm clock. Emily also taught that class. I was able to join her and the other guests for breakfast. My second treatment was with Malati. Like Melba, Malati took her time with my massage. I love the oils and my ability to relax with not a care in the world. This time I chose the warm oil drip. Not kidding! Out of this world! That evening we had our cooking class. Eula was amazing, teaching us every step of making 5 dishes. She explained the process, the herbs and we were lucky they have their own herb garden. We each had a dish to make but we all helped each other. Although we were all strangers, the ambiance promoted comradery and a feeling of being with family. I included a picture of us after we prepared our meal. Did I mention the unlimited tea? Another amazing nights sleep! This is huge for me because I had been having problems sleeping for a couple of months. Don't know if it was due to the food, yoga or my massages but I slept undisturbed and woke up feeling refreshed and energized. That morning I was able to make the yoga class at 8 AM. To my surprise, our instructor was Richard, who founded this retreat in 2001. Richard worked us through meditation, stretches, yoga poses and guided us to chakra meditation. He played guitar and sang to us uplifting melodies that touched my soul. I am so glad I finally took a step towards my well-being. I learned so much about peace and harmony and how to make it a part of my existence. I have been meditating every morning since and my days are filled with affinity I didn't know was in me. Thank You my Ayurveda Health Retreat family! I hope to come back soon. I loved every moment and I want to tell the world! Cooking class Saturday night with friends!

I signed up to spend Thanksgiving at the Ayurveda Health Retreat, feeling generally depleted in…read morelife. I didn't know what to expect or how exactly this week would rejuvenate me but my experience here transcended any expectations one could have. The loving and nurturing environment at the center calms your nervous system and it feels like you're wrapped in a warm hug the entire time you're there. From every interaction with staff members, to each treatment I received, the attendees and conversations - everything felt like it was addressing the needs of my soul and body both. The highlight was the incredibly nourishing and tasty meals - I hadn't known food that is good for your body can also be so yummy. There may be many such "retreat" options, and before arriving here I had thought I'd explore different options the next time. But I am already signed up to return to this center because the more intimate setting feels like you're being taken care of by family, with the sincerest focus on your health and well-being (there is no pressures of up-sells and add-ons, but they are all there if you need it). After returning home, I have been able to continually move towards cooking and enjoying healthier meals -- instead of a temporary diet, I see this now as a way of life. This transformation took place not just for physical health, but the inflections that took place for my personal growth journey have also created a lasting impact. This retreat wasn't a "break" from life but rather a "realignment" in life.

I've been receiving massages for more than 40 years and Alicia is one of best providers ever. I…read morehave been seeing her since last year and besides working everything out and floating on Cloud 9 afterward, Alicia is genuinely a wonderful person and great to talk to.

She's back! Got a wonderful massage from Alicia at her new location in Cocoa! 627 Brevard Ave,…read moreCocoa, FL 32922. After some challenges, she's back on track! Enjoyed hearing her recent accomplishments and accolades. She is very passionate about her craft. Highly recommended!

Christine Ellis is an expert acupuncturist. She listens, assesses and discusses what she finds. I…read morewould highly recommend her to anyone. I have used her for years as part of my regular regime.

Angie is amazing! She's got hot rocks, if you like those, which I love. She's knows her anatomy and…read morecan explain what's going on, and best of all she's a great person who cares about helping heal your body. You can also book and pay on an App, which is fast and easy. I'd searched Gainesville for years to find a certified massage therapist with her professionalism and expertise. Thank you, for everything, Angie.

I love Angie's massages. And the heated table is a plus on cooler days. She always asks if there's…read moreany particular area to focus on. She is very flexible and will adjust the pressure and the area to focus on as needed. I like that she gives you some exercises to use at home to help relax tense muscles. I've been going to Angie for several years, and will continue to do so.

Heather is one of the best massage therapists I've had. She is able to work out the tight muscles…read moreand give the relief you need. Her knowledge of how to fix what is wrong is outstanding. She made my life bearable many days. Wonderful personality and I highly recommend her. Miss her being in Gainesville so much. Haven't had a massage in a while cause she is way better than others I've tried since she moved. You'll love her!!!

Best in Gainesville! Very professional, kind, listens to her patient's needs! Tried cloud 9 and…read moreother massage therapist. She is the best!

Excellence in massage therapy. I was fortunate to find one of the best therapists in the world…read moretoday. My shoulders and back were in pain, now I feel better. From my experiance at Springhill Therapeutic massage and can tell you that Stacey Hyers is highly trained and experienced in reliving muscle tension, and helping her clients live pain free. Strong hands to supply adequate pressure for deep tissue massage, Stacy in uniquely talented in working out muscle knots. The studio is immaculate, yet welcoming with a calming ambiance, lots of room and just just right temperature. Get a massage here for and leave happier and healthier.

Today, I had a session with Ellie. She's a co-worker of Natasha…read more Ellie has the perfect application of touch, neither too strong nor too light. Her pressure from head to toe was consistent in alleviating the stress and tightness in my lower back and legs. Even hours later, I can feel the kneading effects throughout my body of this morning's appt. The only regret I had was that I only booked a 90-min session instead of 2 hours. It was a therapeutic & blissful experience that will most certainly lead to a return visit. Bravo, Ellie!

I had the best deep tissue massage of my life! This week I struggled a lot with anxiety attacks…read morewhich effect my chest and shoulders, so I needed a deep tissue massage. She is so sweet and right when I walked into the room the energy felt right and welcoming. It was very peaceful and when the session was done I felt like a new women! Thank you