About
Om Grace Ayurveda
Ashley 'Ambika' Franco
Doctor of Ayurveda
Registered Yoga Teacher
Licensed Massage Therapist
Born and raised in South Florida, Ashley completed her Bachelor of Sciences degree in Business Administration in 2014 from Florida International University in Miami, FL. She also was a dedicated student athlete for nearly a decade, playing basketball up through her sophomore year in college. Being a disciple of Shri Yogi Hari since 2018 she immersed herself fully at the time into yoga training, teaching and self practice. Which eventually led her to Ayurveda, and having the absolute honor and opportunity of studying under Vasant Lad. In 2023 Ashley completed 4 years of education under Dr. Lad’s guidance, earning an Ayurvedic Doctorate degree from The Ayurvedic Institute. Which also included a Gurukula Program at The Vasanta Institute of Ayurveda in Pune, India – focusing on Panchakarma. In addition to continued yoga training and completing a massage therapy training program.
Her passions are journeying and adventuring through the outerworld, exploring and appreciating the beauty that is Mother Nature, especially from a curious and creative outlook. She also cherishes the inward journey, consisting of introspective practices such as self reflections, yoga, and meditation.
Supported by the teachings and guidance of Shri Yogi Hari with Sampoorna Yoga and Vasant Lad with Ayurveda. Ashley adapts and integrates her healing services and products to individual clients based on their particular goals and current state of health
This is a tribute of dedication and limitless service to my mother, whom passed away in 2018 from ovarian cancer. An experience that shifted my reality forever. Highlighting the much needed light of holistic healing practices in todays world and allowing me the opportunity to do so. Her name was Graciela, many called her Grace
Why Om Grace Ayurveda?
The story behind our name
Yogi Hari's Ashram
Sampoorna Yoga
Sampoorna Yoga, the Yoga of Fullness! Yogi Hari’s Ashram is a Tropical Oasis of Sampoorna Yoga, nestled in South Florida in the natural beauty of a 12 acre luscious farm. This tranquil environment is conducive to spiritual growth, learning, cultivating a greater peace of mind and regaining or maintaining your health.
Offering monthly Yoga Teacher Training courses, over 100 delicious varieties of mangos, bananas, avocados, coconuts, and so much more tropical fruits, vegetables and medicinal herbal plants. Including Yoga classes, retreats, workshops, Sunday night Satsang and more!
Om Grace Ayurveda is a harmonious union of Wholeness with Sampoorna Yoga
What is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word
Ayus means life and Veda means science or knowledge translating to:
The Science of Life
Originating from India well over 5,000 years ago, it is known to be one of the oldest healing sciences in the entire world. Ayurveda is a sacred practice of holistic traditional medicine that allows the body, mind and spirit to work cohesively as one to maintain balance and harmony of proper health and well being. It is an art of daily living in harmony with nature. This nature includes ourselves, our environment and each other.
VATA
Ether & Air
Principle of Movement
Qualities
Light, Cold, Rough, Dry, Mobile, Subtle & Clear
Functions
All Physical Movements, Breathing, Communication, Sensory & Motor Functions, Elimination, Circulation, Happiness, Creativity, Joy
Dis-Harmony
Anxiety, Fear, Loneliness, Scattered Mind, Constipation, Insecurity, Tremors, Spasms, Arthritis, Dysmenorrhea, Tinnitus, Vertigo, Tachycardia, Insomnia, Sciatica, etc
PITTA
Fire & Water
Principle of Transformation
Qualities
Light, Hot, Sharp, Oily, Liquid & Spreading
Functions
Governs Bodily Metabolism, Body Temperature, Appetite, Intelligence, Understanding, Courage, Ambition
Dis-Harmony
Anger, Hate, Jealousy, Impatience, Self Criticism, Nausea, Feeling Hot, Irritated, Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis, Diarrhea, Acid Reflux, etc
KAPHA
Water & Earth
Principle of Substance
Qualities
Heavy, Slow, Cold, Oily, Liquid, Slimy, Smooth, Dense, Soft, Static, Sticky, Cloudy & Hard
Functions
Support, Stability, Lubrication, Nourishment, Fat Regulation, Strength, Stamina, Sleep, Contentment, Forgiveness, Compassion
Dis-Harmony
Greed, Attachment, Accumulation, Possessiveness, Slow Digestion, High Cholesterol, Diabetes, Growths, Tumors, Edema, Depression, etc