Shanti Komala Basti™
Train in Shanti Komala Basti™, CCA’s gentle rectal Basti technique and a cornerstone of Panchakarma, at the first state-approved Ayurvedic college in the U.S.
- Chris Garber
- June 12 - 14, 2027
Shanti Komala Basti™ Workshop
Train in Shanti Komala Basti™, known as the peaceful, gentle enema – CCA’s proprietary technique for making rectal Basti a nurturing, comfortable part of Panchakarma care.
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Dates
June 12 – 14, 2027
Total hours
21 hours
Location
CCA Campus
A Cornerstone of Colon Health and Panchakarma
This one-day, hands-on, advanced course teaches the art and science of rectal Basti, an essential part of the Panchakarma process and a cornerstone of care for colon health.
Oil Basti (Anuvasana Basti) nourishes the colon, pacifies Vata dosha, and supports healing from Vata-related conditions. Decoction enemas (Nirooha Basti) cleanse the colon and help remove ama (toxic buildup) from the body, benefiting all three doshas.
Shanti Komala Basti™ means “peaceful, gentle enema.” It’s a technique developed at the California College of Ayurveda specifically to make the experience of receiving an enema nurturing and comfortable, rather than clinical and impersonal.
Curriculum Includes
- Oil Basti (Anuvasana Basti): preparation and administration to nourish the colon and pacify Vata
- Decoction Basti (Nirooha Basti): preparation and administration to cleanse the colon and remove ama
- The Shanti Komala™ technique: CCA’s method for administering Basti gently and comfortably
- Patient setup and positioning, and how to support easy self-administration
Who this is For: Practitioners Ready to Deepen Their Clinical Skills
Shanti Komala Basti™ is an advanced workshop, not an introductory one — it’s designed for students already established in CCA’s clinical track:
- Ayurvedic practitioners advancing toward Panchakarma specialization
- Massage therapists and bodyworkers who have completed the Ayurvedic Massage & Bliss Therapy Program
- Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist (CAS) students and graduates
- Practitioners building toward the full Panchakarma Specialist Workshop track
Unlike CCA’s entry-level workshops, Shanti Komala Basti™ has specific prerequisites and is not open to complete beginners.
Training Format & Learning Experience
This training is offered in person over one day of instruction at CCA’s Nevada City, California campus.
Instruction Style
- Live faculty-guided instruction
- Hands-on demonstration and supervised practice
- Clinical technique applied under direct faculty guidance
Learning Environment
Small class sizes ensure:
- Direct faculty feedback at every step
- Individualized correction of technique
- A collaborative learning experience
Additional Information
Prerequisites
- Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine (PAM), or an equivalent program at another institution
- The Panchakarma Theory Module (added to Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine as of 2023; students who completed PAM or AHC-1 before 2023 and did not continue to Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist training must complete this module separately)
- Completion of the Ayurvedic Massage & Bliss Therapy Program
Recommended (Not Required)
- Prior coursework toward Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist (CAS) certification
- Completion of Clinical Nasya, as part of the full Panchakarma Specialist track
Tuition & Enrollment
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Workshop Fee | $700 (includes $250 non-refundable registration fee) |
| Available Discount | 15% off when enrolling in 2 workshops at full price; 20% off each when enrolling in 3 or more. Contact Speak with an Admissions Advisor to apply your discount. |
| Completion | A final exam is administered; a passing grade of 75% is required to complete the program. |
Learn from Experienced Practitioners
Faculty at the California College of Ayurveda bring years of experience in Ayurvedic clinical practice and Panchakarma therapy education, grounded in classical technique and modern application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shanti Komala Basti™ (“peaceful, gentle enema”) is a technique developed at CCA to make rectal Basti, one of Ayurveda's core Panchakarma therapies, a comfortable and nurturing clinical experience rather than a purely mechanical procedure. Unlike a standard enema, Basti is chosen and formulated by dosha: oil-based Anuvasana Basti nourishes the colon and pacifies Vata, while decoction-based Nirooha Basti cleanses the colon and clears ama. The Shanti Komala™ approach focuses specifically on patient setup, pacing, and support so the treatment itself is administered gently.
Oil Basti (Anuvasana Basti) uses medicated oil to nourish tissue and pacify Vata dosha, and is generally used for conditions rooted in Vata imbalance. Decoction Basti (Nirooha Basti) uses an herbal decoction to cleanse the colon and remove ama, or toxic buildup, and benefits all three doshas. Panchakarma protocols often use both in sequence, depending on the patient's constitution and condition.
All students learn both to give and to receive Basti as part of this course, since hands-on practice is central to learning the technique. That said, no one is required to participate in any specific phase of the procedure, and students may opt out of any part that makes them uncomfortable.
Yes. Shanti Komala Basti™ requires completion of Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine, the Panchakarma Theory Module, and the Ayurvedic Massage & Bliss Therapy Program. See Prerequisites above.
Yes. Shanti Komala Basti™ is the second of three workshops that make up CCA's Panchakarma Specialist Workshop track, alongside Clinical Nasya and Designing Panchakarma Programs & Case Management. Students can take it on its own or as part of the full sequence.
California College of Ayurveda is state-approved, not accredited. It was the first state-approved Ayurvedic college in the United States, receiving state approval for its programs in 1996.
Step Into the Practice of Shanti Komala Basti™
If you’re ready to move beyond generalized instruction and teach yoga as a truly individualized, healing practice, this training provides the framework, hands-on experience, and credential to do so.