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Uncommon Scents Aromatherapy® offers an extensive menu of aromatherapy workshops, programs and events that appeal to both the aromatherapy novice and professional alike.  Course listings are followed by a link to our online Calendar - the link following each listing lets you know if a course is being offered this season.

 

An Introduction to Aromatherapy

AromaBlending Master Class

Aromatherapy Facial Massage for Family & Friends

Aromatherapy for All Seasons

Aromatherapy for Emotional Healing

Aromatherapy for Yoga & Meditation

Aromatherapy Foundation Certificate Program

Aromatherapy Foundation Intensive

Aromatherapy HomeSpa: Body Beautiful

Aromatherapy HomeSpa: Face & Hair

Aromatherapy HomeSpa: Hands & Feet

Aromatherapy Massage for Family & Friends

Aromatic Indian Head & Shoulder Massage for Family & Friends

AromaZone Therapy

Fragrant Gifts to Make & Share

Fragrant Planet: Essences from Around the World

Hawaiian Temple Bodywork

Pure Plant Perfumes

Rejuvenate & Recharge with Aromatherapy

Simple Aromatherapy Massage for Family & Friends

Soul Scents: Aromatics for the Spirit

The Sacred Aromatic Journey



An Introduction to Aromatherapy

Although not a mandatory requirement, this course is strongly recommended to prepare the student for all other aromatherapy courses. This is a general interest course for beginners providing an overview of the benefits and uses of essential oils in your daily life. Learn about 6 of the most popular essences and how to use them to relieve stress and improve well-being. Make and take home a small aromatherapy sample. [ Calendar ]

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AromaBlending Master Class

An exciting day of aromatherapy where you'll make & take home 6-8 individual products for common ailments, relaxation, skin & hair care, perfumery, home care & much more. Come and discover the joys of aromatherapy while creating your own healthful personal care products. This enjoyable hands-on class is suitable for everyone from beginner to advanced students. [ Calendar ]

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Aromatherapy Facial Massage for Family & Friends

Learn to give a soothing massage of the face and discover which essential oils to use for your skin type. Hands-on practice giving & receiving facial massage using a combination of techniques. You will make 2 personal aromatherapy products. Wear casual clothes, bring 2 pillows, 2 blankets & a towel. Register alone or with a friend or family member (course fee is per person). [ Calendar ]

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Aromatherapy for All Seasons

Explore the relaxation and health-giving benefits of using aromatherapy all year through. We’ll cover a broad range of topics focusing on seasonal essences for physical & mental health, home/garden care and fun! Take away lots of easy aromatic recipes and an aromatherapy item for each of the four seasons. [ Calendar ]

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Aromatherapy for Emotional Healing

Use aromatherapy to rebalance emotions and promote positive thoughts and feelings. Based on the groundbreaking concepts contained in the “The Fragrant Mind”, students learn to select the most helpful essences to promote mental and emotional health. Learn how aromas influence mood and how stress and negative influences impact your physical well-being. Make and take home 3 personal aromatherapy items. Includes a guided Meditation on a Plant Essence. [ Calendar ]

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Aromatherapy for Yoga & Meditation

Enhance and improve your Yoga and Meditation sessions with Essential Oils. Following the principles of Ayurvedic Aromatherapy, learn which essences to use for your specific Dosha. Make & take home your personal Dosha blend, Chakra Anoint and products for Ritual Bathing, Yoga Mudras, creating Sacred Space and more. Come dressed for Yoga asanas & a meditation session with your yoga mat. [ Calendar ]

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Aromatherapy Foundation Certificate Program

The Aromatherapy Foundation Certificate Program is dynamic and comprehensive, with a focus on practical knowledge and hands-on experience to use aromatherapy safely & effectively for self-healing. Participants are familiarized with 20 of the most popular essential oils and applications to provide a solid base from which to explore aromatherapy and pursue further studies leading to aromatherapy certification, if desired. Topics covered include a Brief History of Aromatherapy, Essential Oil Distillation and Safety Issues, Aromatherapy for the Mind, Self-Healing, Skin Care & Spirituality, and principles of Creative Aromatic Blending. Students make and take home 8 aromatherapy items including Lotions, Massage Oils, Bath Salts, Spritzers, Shampoos, etc. This course reflects new research and current trends in aromatherapy. Course completion requires some home study and a Final Test. [ Calendar ]

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Aromatherapy Foundation Intensive

Complete your Foundation Certificate in only one week. This intensive course combines the core and elective courses in a whole new format. Suggested pre-requisite: An Introduction to Aromatherapy or Intensive Introduction to Holistic Aromatherapy. [ Calendar ]

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Aromatherapy HomeSpa: Body Beautiful

A full day of learning, pampering, relaxation & fun! Learn to use pure botanical essences and natural cosmetic ingredients in a variety of rejuvenating body treatments. Design a Spa Retreat including Relaxing Baths, Nourishing Oils, Body Sprays, etc. Experience an in-class Body spa treatment and make & take home 3 aromatherapy products. Bring a small bowl, 2 large towels, 2 small towels, a large blanket & yoga mat. [ Calendar ]

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Aromatherapy HomeSpa: Face & Hair

A full day of pampering & fun! Learn to use pure botanical essences and natural cosmetic ingredients in a variety of rejuvenating body treatments. Design a Spa Retreat including Scrubs, Masks & Soothing Facial Oils, Herbal Hair Rinses, Nourishing Hair & Scalp Treatments, etc. Experience an in-class FaceSpa treatment and make & take home 3 aromatherapy products. Bring a ripe papaya or avocado, a medium bowl, small plastic container, fork, paring knife, small strainer, electric kettle, mirror & headband or clips, 2 large towels, 2 small towels, a large blanket & yoga mat. [ Calendar ]

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Aromatherapy HomeSpa: Hands & Feet

A full day of pampering & fun! Learn to use pure botanical essences and natural ingredients in a variety of rejuvenating Hand & Foot treatments. Includes Cuticle Repair Oil, Herbal Hand & Foot Soaks, Softening Foot Lotion, Deodorizing Spray and much more. Experience an in-class FootSpa treatment and make & take home 3 aromatherapy products. Bring an apple or banana, a small container of plain yogurt, spoon and paring knife, a pair of clean socks, small nail brush, a large bowl or foot bath, electric kettle, 2 large towels, 2 small towels, a large blanket & yoga mat. [ Calendar ]

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Aromatherapy Massage for Family & Friends

Hands-on practice giving & receiving aromatherapy massage of the back, neck, & shoulders using a variety of relaxing techniques. Make and take home a personal massage oil. Register alone or with a friend or family member; (Course fee is per person). Wear casual clothes, bring 1 pillow, 1 blanket, 2 sheets, a bath towl & yoga mat. There will be some discreet disrobing as participants both give and receive massage. [ Calendar ]

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Aromatic Indian Head & Shoulder Massage for Family & Friends

Learn simple, effective techniques for alleviating stress and tension. Aromatic Indian Head & Shoulder Massage incorporates Essential Oils with soothing massage of back, neck, scalp & face. The recipient is seated and fully clothed and will leave restored in Body, Mind & Spirit. Make & take home 2 personal aromatherapy blends. [ Calendar ]

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AromaZone Therapy

This unique hands-on class combines aromatherapy and reflexology in one rejuvenating foot treatment. Learn the basics of reading the feet, choosing appropriate essences for your body & mind, plus easy techniques for maximum relaxation. [ Calendar ]

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Fragrant Gifts to Make & Share

Just in time for the holidays! Learn how to make wonderfully aromatic gifts for yourself and others. Easy to make projects with essential oils & herbs including Body Scrubs & Lotions, Face Oils, Bath Salts, Aroma Spritzers, Natural Potpourri, etc. Create 6 fragrant gift items & take home lots of recipes and ideas. [ Calendar ]

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Fragrant Planet: Essences from Around the World

An intriguing exploration of aromatherapy from a global & cultural perspective. Study essential oils indigenous to the Far East, Africa & South America. Experience sacred scents instrumental in establishing commercial trade along the Spice Route and precious florals coveted by Medieval Crusaders. Participants will make & take home an exotic Perfume Oil and Cologne. [ Calendar ]

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Hawaiian Temple Bodywork

Hele Mai! Come! Learn of a journey of beauty and grace to open our hearts and expand into All That We Are. Join Gayle Cooke & Friends for an introductory demonstration of Lomilomi Ke Ala Hoku (“The Great Massage Journey to the Stars”). This sacred and magical dance of prayer, chant, Ka Lele (“Flying” or moving meditation) and bodywork originated from the Kahunas (Hawaiian shamans) as a rite of passage. Experience this prayerful and loving ceremony which honours and calls us into the fullness of our being. $10 donation. [ Calendar ]

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Pure Plant Perfumes

Since the dawn of time men & women have scented themselves with precious essences of flowers, herbs, woods & spices. This unique workshop looks at categories of perfumes, historical recipes, and fragrance fashion trends. Discover your perfume personality and design your own Exotic Signature Fragrance. Participants will make a Natural Perfume and a Cologne Spritzer. [ Calendar ]

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Rejuvenate & Recharge with Aromatherapy

The focus of this class uses natural plant essences to detoxify the body, boost the immune system and help maintain a healthy weight. The process also helps relieve stress, balances emotions & leaves you feeling restored both body & soul. Students design their own Aromatic Rejuvenation Program and make & take home 4 products. A relaxing guided meditation completes the day. [ Calendar ]

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Simple Aromatherapy Massage for Family & Friends

Hands-on practice giving & receiving a relaxing back, neck & shoulder massage using a variety of techniques. Make & take home 2 aromatherapy massage oils. This class is especially recommended for students exploring a possible career in Aromatherapy Bodywork. [ Calendar ]

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Soul Scents: Aromatics for the Spirit

This course focuses on using aromatherapy for emotional healing and spiritual growth. Learn to combine the powerful healing effect of plant essences with Meditation, the Chakras, Astrology, Colour & Sound Therapy. Participants will make 2 Personal Aromatic Blends and enjoy a guided group meditation with sacred essences used since ancient times. [ Calendar ]

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The Sacred Aromatic Journey

The focus on this unique class is using sacred aromatic essences to accelerate spritual evolution and personal empowerment. Topics include Attunement to your Plant Essence Guide, Meditation, Dowsing, Deva Mandalas, Journeying the Plant World, and Imbibing the Soul Essence of the Plant. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat. [ Calendar ]


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