Meet Atharva – Holistic Facial Therapy Kobido Trainer in Goa
Atharva is the founder and lead trainer of APURVAM Meditation and Massage Therapy Training School in Goa, India. With more than 25 years of experience in bodywork, meditation, breathwork, and holistic healing practices, he has dedicated his life to helping people discover balance, awareness, and healing through therapeutic touch.
His teaching combines practical massage techniques with mindfulness, body awareness, and a holistic understanding of well-being — creating a learning experience that is both professional and deeply transformative.
His teaching combines practical massage techniques with mindfulness, body awareness, and a holistic understanding of well-being — creating a learning experience that is both professional and deeply transformative.
A Journey into Holistic Healing & Meditation
From Personal Growth to Professional Training
Atharva’s journey into healing arts began while studying Business and Commerce at Pune University. Inspired by meditation and personal growth practices, he felt drawn toward alternative approaches to healing, awareness, and inner transformation.
In 1995, this journey led him to the Osho International Meditation Resort in Pune, one of the world’s leading centers for meditation, therapy, and bodywork. There, he explored active meditation techniques and participated in numerous workshops focused on body-oriented therapies, breathwork, mindfulness, and emotional well-being.
This experience became the foundation for his lifelong work in holistic healing and therapeutic education.
Over 25 Years of International Experience
Teaching Across Wellness Communities Worldwide
Over the last two decades, Atharva has facilitated meditation sessions, holistic healing programs, facial therapy trainings, and therapeutic bodywork workshops in India and internationally.
He has shared his work with students and wellness communities in:
- India
- Thailand
- Turkey
- Bali
- Russia
- China
- Japan
His approach combines Eastern healing traditions with practical therapeutic techniques, creating a balanced and accessible learning experience for students from different backgrounds and cultures.
Specialized Training & Therapeutic Background
Holistic Bodywork & Facial Therapy
Throughout his professional journey, Atharva has trained in a variety of massage and healing modalities, including:
Drawing from years of practical experience, therapeutic study, and understanding of human anatomy, he developed the Facial Therapy Massage Certification Training Course offered at APURVAM.
- Kobido Japanese Facial Massage
- OSHO Rebalancing
- Ayurvedic Yoga Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Therapeutic Relaxation Massage
- Breathwork & Meditation Practices
- Thai Massage Therapy
Drawing from years of practical experience, therapeutic study, and understanding of human anatomy, he developed the Facial Therapy Massage Certification Training Course offered at APURVAM.
A Mindful Approach to Facial Therapy Kobido Training
Learning Through Presence, Awareness & Touch
Atharva’s teaching style focuses not only on technical skills, but also on awareness, sensitivity, and therapeutic presence.
Students are encouraged to:
Students are encouraged to:
- Develop confidence through hands-on practice
- Understand the connection between body and mind
- Learn the art of mindful therapeutic touch
- Build sensitivity and flow in treatments
- Create deeply relaxing experiences for clients
Helping Students Grow with Confidence
A Supportive & Transformative Learning Experience
With years of experience working closely with people from different cultures and backgrounds, Atharva brings warmth, patience, and clarity into his teaching.
His approach helps students:
His approach helps students:
- Feel relaxed and supported during training
- Develop professional massage skills naturally
- Build confidence in working with clients
- Deepen their understanding of holistic healing
- Experience personal growth alongside professional development
The Vision Behind APURVAM
Combining Healing, Awareness & Human Connection
Through APURVAM Meditation and Massage Therapy Training School in Goa, Atharva continues to share a holistic approach to facial therapy and wellness education. His vision is to create meaningful learning experiences where students can develop practical skills, therapeutic understanding, and a deeper connection to healing through touch, awareness, and presence. Today, students from around the world join his trainings in Goa to learn holistic facial therapy in a peaceful and supportive environment dedicated to growth, healing, and transformation.