At Samya Spa, we take pride in the exceptional expertise and passion of our team. Each member brings unique skills, extensive training, and a commitment to holistic wellness that ensures our clients receive unparalleled care. From advanced Ayurvedic practitioners to specialized spa therapists and aestheticians, our team is dedicated to guiding you on a journey of rejuvenation and balance. Learn more about the individuals who make Samya Spa a sanctuary for healing and transformation.
Registered Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner, Diploma in Pancha Karma, Certified Yoga Instructor, Certified Ayurvedic Health Educator, Director: Samya Ayurveda Inc., Owner: Samya Spa
Radhika originates from the South Indian settlements of the Fiji Islands. Raised within the lifestyle & traditions of Ayurvedic medicine, she had a keen interest in herbal medicine from an early age. She has been professionally practising Ayurveda and Yoga for the past 18 years. Radhika offers a wide range of services at Samya Spa including Ayurveda consultations, beauty therapies, Ayurveda herbal supplements, herbal oil & herbal paste massages, a variety of traditional Ayurveda & Spa therapies, private yoga, pranayama & meditation classes & the traditional rejuvenation and cleansing methods of Pancha karma & Shat karma.
Spa Therapist
Originally from China and Hong Kong, Jodie is certified in a variety of types of massage, including relaxation, deep tissue, hot stone and reflexology. She has spent more than the past ten years taking care of clients. Jodie believes deeply in natural holistic methods for healing and has a passion for learning new methods of treatment.
Registered Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner, Certified Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner, Certified Pancha Karma Practitioner, Certified Yoga Instructor, Director: Samya Ayurveda Inc. Owner: Samya Spa
For the past 22 years Shaughn has been certified in and practising Ayurveda and Yoga. He also practices various forms of meditation along with a variety of other forms of spiritual techniques & methods. He was initiated in Transcendental Meditation at the age of 5. He received further training and initiations in multiple different spa and Ayurveda therapies and spiritual lineages over the years. He has since conducted countless services, consultations, courses, retreats & spiritual processes, offering training and initiations to others.
In 2006 Shaughn established Samya Ayurveda and began offering internationally accredited Ayurveda Certification courses. He did & continues to develop & formulate (with the help of Dr. Dharmesh Kubendiran & Radhika Jenson) an entire range of organic Ayurvedic & Spa massage, wellness and beauty products, services & workshops.
Shaughn was a pioneer in introducing Ayurveda to Canada. Applying traditional Ayurveda therapies to western and European spa standards, Shaughn designed the sequences, menus and training manuals for all of the Ayurveda & spa therapies offered at the first spas and centres in Canada offering these.
Shaughn offers Ayurvedic consultations, Ayurvedic herbal supplements, herbal oil & herbal paste massages, beauty therapies, a variety of traditional Ayurvedic & Spa therapies, private yoga, pranayama and meditation classes, spiritual counseling and the traditional rejuvenation and cleansing methods of Pancha karma & Shat karma.
Reception
Lauren is one of our receptionists and a dedicated customer service specialist. With her BA in Professional Communication, she is an experienced marketing and social media professional. Lauren is passionate about holistic health and wellness, and enjoys spending time in nature.
Reception
Harshi is a committed customer service professional with a background in Mathematics and Computer Science. With experience in administrative tasks and customer service, she brings strong organizational and technical skills to ensure a seamless experience for every guest. Born and raised in India, Harshi has a deep appreciation for Ayurvedic practices and their role in promoting holistic wellness. She looks forward to welcoming guests to the spa, ensuring they have a relaxing and therapeutic experience in a healing environment.
Reception
Dinara is a friendly face you’ll meet at Samya Spa’s reception. With a passion for providing excellent customer service, she ensures that every guest has a seamless and welcoming experience. Known for her openness, approachability, and organizational skills, Dinara plays a key role in keeping everything running smoothly. Originally from Kazakhstan, Dinara has traveled to 12 countries, which has enriched her perspective on different cultures and helped her connect with people from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, she holds a degree in computer science, bringing a tech-savvy edge to the spa’s operations. Whether guests are visiting to relax or enjoy a rejuvenating treatment, Dinara is always eager to assist with every step of their journey.
Our team’s diverse talents, deep-rooted knowledge, and dedication to natural healing are at the heart of everything we do at Samya Spa. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, rejuvenation, or a deeper connection to holistic wellness, our practitioners and therapists are here to support you every step of the way. Contact us today to book your session and discover the transformative power of Ayurveda and spa therapies.
Registered Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner, Diploma in Pancha Karma, Certified Yoga Instructor, Certified Ayurvedic Health Educator, Director: Samya Ayurveda Inc.
Radhika originates from the South Indian settlements of the Fiji Islands. Raised within the lifestyle & traditions of Ayurvedic medicine, she had a keen interest in herbal medicine from an early age.
Radhika continued her passion for learning through to Kathmandu, Nepal in in 2003 when she received a certificate in Thai Massage from Rahul Bharti, a teacher for the Foundation of Shivago Karmapaj of Chiang Mai, Thailand. She was also initiated into First & Second Degrees of Reiki training in 2003 over 3 months by Reiki Master Urvashi Puri in New Delhi, India.
Radhika completed her Certificate of Ayurvedic Yoga training & received a Diploma as an Ayurvedic Pancha Karma Practitioner at the Ayur Academy of Natural Beauty in New Delhi, India in 2004.
She furthered her studies with Dr. David Frawley of The American Institute of Vedic Studies & was certified as an Ayurvedic Health Educator in 2006.
She has completed Ayurvedic internships at the Art of Living Ashram Pancha Karma Centre in Bangalore, India in 2005 as well as at the Samya Ayurveda Clinic & Spa at the Salt Springs Spa Resort with Ayurvedic doctor (India), Dharmesh Kubendiran, BAMS, PHD from 2006-2009.
Radhika has also undergone various certifications in Spa & Beauty therapies.
From 2006-2014, at Samya Ayurveda Clinic & Spa at the Salt Springs Spa Resort, Radhika helped to teach, develop & formulate (with the help of Dr. Dharmesh Kubendiran & Shaughn Jenson) an entire range of organic Ayurvedic & Spa massage, wellness & beauty products, services, workshops & certification courses.
From 2015-2020 Radhika & Shaughn established and successfully operated the Samya Ayurveda Clinic & Spa and Samya Yoga studio in Ganges, Salt Spring Island.
Radhika offers Ayurvedic consultations, beauty therapies, Ayurvedic herbal supplements, herbal oil & herbal paste massages, a variety of traditional Ayurvedic & Spa therapies, private yoga, pranayama & meditation classes & the traditional yogic & herbal detoxification methods of the five cleansings of Ayurveda (pancha karma) & six cleansings of yoga (shat karma).
Registered Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner, Certified Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner, Certified Pancha Karma Practitioner, Certified Yoga Instructor, Director: Samya Ayurveda Inc.
Shaughn completed his Certificate of Yoga Education at the Gujarat Ayurved University in Jamnagar, India in 2001 & was Certified as an Ayurvedic Pancha Karma Practitioner at the Rocky Mountain Institute of Yoga & Ayurveda in Boulder, Colorado in 2003. He continued his studies at the Ayurvedic Academy in Seattle from 2003-2006 & was certified as an Ayurvedic & then an Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner including extended internships in Bangalore & Chennai, India.
In 2005, Shaughn was the first Canadian to be accredited by the National Ayurvedic Medical Association as an Ayurvedic Practitioner. Shaughn attended annual NAMA conferences from 2005 to 2008.
From 2006-2009 he completed a residential internship with Ayurvedic doctor (India), Dharmesh Kubendiran, BAMS, PHD. which included certification in Advanced Ayurvedic Marma Therapy.
Shaughn practices various forms of meditation along with a variety of other forms of spiritual techniques & methods. He was initiated in Transcendental Meditation at the age of 5. He received further initiations in multiple different Vedic lineages over the years. He has since conducted many courses, retreats & spiritual processes, offering initiations to others.
Shaughn has also undergone various certifications in Reiki, Thai Massage, Pranic Healing, Hot Stone Massage, Spa therapies & others.
In 2006 Shaughn established Samya Ayurveda and began offering internationally accredited Ayurvedic Certification courses. He did & continues to develop & formulate (with the help of Dr. Dharmesh Kubendiran & Radhika Jenson) an entire range of organic Ayurvedic & Spa massage, wellness and beauty products, services & workshops.
Shaughn was a pioneer in introducing Ayurvedic medicine to Canada. Applying traditional Ayurvedic therapies to western and European spa standards, Shaughn designed the sequences, menus and training manuals for all of the Ayurvedic & spa therapies offered at the Samya Ayurveda Clinic & Spa and Samya Yoga studio at the Salt Springs Spa Resort from 2002-2014, beginning when the spa was one of the first in Canada offering these.
In 2014 Shaughn was sponsored to present at the International Congress on Renaissance in Sports Medicine in Tamil Nadi, India. The conference was attended by hundreds of international health professionals and high ranking government officials including the governor of Tamil Nadu: Dr. K. Rosaiah. His research paper and presentation was titled: Revival of Ancient Ayurvedic & Yogic Applications in Modern Sports Medicine & Opportunities for Indian Health Professionals in Canada. The paper was published by the National College of Tamil Nadu.
From 2015-2020, Shaughn & Radhika established and successfully operated the Samya Ayurveda Clinic & Spa and Samya Yoga studio in Ganges, Salt Spring Island.
Shaughn offers Ayurvedic consultations, Ayurvedic herbal supplements, herbal oil & herbal paste massages, beauty therapies, a variety of traditional Ayurvedic & Spa therapies, private yoga, pranayama and meditation classes, spiritual counseling and the traditional yogic and herbal detoxification methods of the five cleansings of Ayurveda (pancha karma) and six cleansings of yoga (shat karma).
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