What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is the traditional medicine of India, thought by many to be the oldest system of healing in the world.

It literally translates to “the science of life,” and it emphasizes prevention, balance, and living in rhythm with nature. Rather than just treating symptoms, Ayurveda considers the whole person and their whole lifestyle when assessing health and making recommendations.

At Kur, we use Ayurvedic principles to personalize spa services—from the temperature of your oils to the direction of massage strokes. Our Ayurvedic-inspired services include:

  • Indulgent Massages
    Abhyanga – Relaxing oil massage for a deep feeling of stability, warmth and comfort. Includes Warm Oil Scalp Therapy. ​
    Garshana – An exfoliating massage combining gentle dry brushing with silk gloves and rose powder leaving skin feeling refreshed and silky smooth. Includes abbreviated Pedi Karma foot ritual.
    Mardan – Firmer-pressure oil massage with marma point acupressure and abdominal work. ​​

  • Luxurious Body Treatments
    Full‑Body Scrubs & Wraps – botanicals and mineral-rich herbal blends cleanse, hydrate, and leave skin soft and radiant.

  • Therapeutic Hand & Foot Rituals
    From elbows to fingers or knees to toes, these indulgent services combine scrubs, masks, marma point and reflexology techniques. The Pedi Karma adds an herbal foot bath and the use of a three‑metal Kansa wand for energy balance.

  • Relaxing Facials

    Balancing touch that focuses on facial energy points with dosha balancing oils to deeply calm and re-energize your skin.

Every treatment is tailored to your Ayurvedic dosha (your unique mind‑body type) for a deeply personal and restorative experience.

Illustration of three Ayurvedic dosha cards labeled Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Each card features an abstract human figure symbolizing different qualities: Vata for vitality and adaptability, Pitta for focus and leadership, and Kapha for stability and compassion. Text below explains that doshas represent unique mind-body tendencies and influence physical, mental, and emotional characteristics. Background is orange with decorative elements.

​​Learn your dosha now...

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Understanding your dosha

In Ayurveda, each person is made up of three energies (doshas) that govern how their body and mind function.

Ayurveda stresses an individualized approach to health and wellness that starts with an understanding of your own dosha. ​Click on the dosha/energy below to learn more.​

  • This body type is associated with air and space. Vata is light, cool, and dry in nature, and it governs all movement in the mind and body. This includes blood flow, elimination of wastes, breathing, and the movement of thoughts. Vata predominant individuals tend to be thin, talk and think quickly, and always seem to be doing a million things. When Vata is in balance, it’s a great source of creativity and vitality. However, when out of balance, this dosha can lead to digestive issues like gas, bloating, constipation, insomnia, fear and anxiety.

  • This body type is associated with fire and water. Pitta controls the metabolic functions in the body, including digestion, absorption of foods and nutrients, and body temperature. It also digests all information and experiences. Pitta types are hot and sharp. They tend to have a medium build, a fair complexion and excel in things with a competitive edge, from sports to politics. They also tend to be leaders, attracting people via their confidence and determination. When in balance, Pitta encourages strong digestion, achievement and intelligence. When Pitta is out of balance, it can lead to irritation, inflammation, heartburn, acid reflux, loose stools, anger and ‘burn out.’

  • This body type is associated with water and earth. Kapha supplies moisture and nourishment to the entire body, including the skin and organs. Kapha individuals tend to be heavy and strong, both in mind and build. They tend to favor stability over change. This dosha is also associated with a forgiving, loving attitude and personality - these individuals are often the “glue” that holds things together. When out of balance, Kapha can propagate sluggish digestion, excess weight, mucus congestion, grogginess, depression and lethargy. It can lead individuals toward insecurity and envy, while also preventing them from enacting change.

Illustration of three Ayurvedic doshas: Vata, Pitta, Kapha, with symbols and elements

Take a moment to reflect on these qualities and how they relate to your own life and personality.

We each have all three doshas in us, but in different proportions. Each dosha carries its own qualities—both when balanced and when out of balance. Because everyone’s makeup is unique, understanding your dominant dosha not only helps us tailor your spa experience, it can also guide you in how to eat, sleep, move, and live in ways that support harmony and well-being.

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Want to go deeper?

If you’re struggling with chronic symptoms like digestive issues, low energy, stress, skin concerns, or fatigue that keeps coming back, you may benefit from a more personalized plan.

The 60-Day Personalized Ayurveda Program is a 1-on-1 experience led by Kimberly Kubicke, Kur’s Ayurvedic Practitioner. This private program includes consultations, education, and step-by-step guidance to help you feel better from the inside out - so your self-care starts working at a deeper level.

Ayurveda can also be used to complement other therapies, including massage, Western medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, nutrition coaching, or yoga. Whether you’re here for relaxation or deeper healing, it all starts with understanding your body’s unique nature.

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