Michael Dalcher
Ayurveda Therapist / Yoga Teacher
Bad Waltersdorf,6
Summary
I'm looking for a position that allows me to make use of my varied background in Ayurveda and retreat facilitation. I would be excited to relocate for the right fit.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Ayurveda Therapist /Certified Yoga Teacher
Mandira Ayurveda
05.2023 - Current
- Performed a variety of Ayurvedic body therapies, including Abhyanga, Mukhabhyanga, Shirodhara, Jambira PInda Sveda, Udvartana, Garshan and Shiroabhyanga.
- Facilitated three weekly group yoga classes, promoting a supportive environment for people of all experience levels.
- Led a weekly meditation session, focusing on mantra, yoga nidra, and various other methods to de-stress, calm the mind, and relax into the present moment.
Ayurvedic Health Counselor
Independent
05.2017 - Current
- Conducted Ayurvedic consultations to assess clients' health concerns and provide personalized recommendations for lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, and herbal supplements based on principles of Ayurveda.
- Collaborated with clients to develop personalized health plans and set achievable health goals.
- Provided education on Ayurvedic principles and practices, including use of Ayurvedic herbs, oils, and other natural remedies.
- Conducted follow-up sessions to track clients' progress, provide ongoing support, and adjust health plans as necessary.
Lead Facilitator
Ayahuasca Foundation
05.2017 - 09.2021
- Facilitated approximately 10 plant healing retreats yearly based on the indigenous Shipibo plant healing tradition
- Responsible for the overall retreat experience for 6-12 participants
- Oversaw individual plant medicine treatments for all participants provided under the direction of the local curandero (shamanic healer)
- Provided emotional and spiritual guidance and support for participants
- Taught regular yoga classes, provided Ayurvedic body treatments (abhyanga), and offered Ayurvedic consultations for retreat participants
- Held regular talks about various healing modalities of benefit to retreat participants (Ayurveda, mantra, sound healing, integration of healing breakthroughs, daily self-care techniques)
- Participated in shamanic plant ceremonies and guided retreat participants through various treatments (purgation, steam therapy, application of plants poultices).
Yoga Instructor
Milwaukee Yoga Center
09.2013 - 04.2017
- Taught two 90-minute Iyengar yoga classes per week.
Senior Network Planning Engineer
AT&T
09.2009 - 04.2017
- Collaborated with Current Planning and Current Planning teams to author process documentation, methods and procedures for capacity planning and network builds
- Used engineering tools and software applications to manage physical network equipment inventory that was used in deployments across MIS, VoIP, and Cloud platforms
- Designed, planned, and coordinated the implementation of network changes in accordance with standards based on project/operational/regulatory requirements
- Provided technical leadership and mentorship on various systems and processes to peers and interns.
Education
Ayurvedic Health Counselor - Ayurveda
Kanyakumari Ayurveda
Milwaukee, WI 09.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI 09.1992 - 05.1996
Skills
Ayurvedic Bodywork
undefinedCertification
Certified Iyengar yoga teacher, May 2013
Timeline
Ayurveda Therapist /Certified Yoga Teacher
Mandira Ayurveda
05.2023 - Current
Ayurvedic Health Counselor
Independent
05.2017 - Current
Lead Facilitator
Ayahuasca Foundation
05.2017 - 09.2021
Ayurvedic Health Counselor - Ayurveda
Kanyakumari Ayurveda
09.2013 - 05.2015
Yoga Instructor
Milwaukee Yoga Center
09.2013 - 04.2017
Senior Network Planning Engineer
AT&T
09.2009 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Wisconsin
09.1992 - 05.1996
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