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Samkura Wellbeing, Dorchester (2026)

11/06/2026

END OF AN ERA 🦋

I can't quite believe it's my final 2 days of working here!

These wonderful therapy rooms have allowed me to hold space, offer moments of calm, and encourage healing to take place for so many of my lovely clients during my time here in Dorset.

Sending huge gratitude to all who've continued to walk through the door and trust me with their body's. It has been an honour to meet you and treat you, and I look forward to seeing many of you again down in Cornwall (it's a big list) 😀

To the gorgeous and gifted therapists there... you've been a huge support and a pleasure to work alongside the past few years. What a squad!

Its not au revoir, it's à bientôt 💫

10/06/2026

NEED A RETREAT THERAPIST?? ✨️

I've had the absolute pleasure of working as a therapist at a variety of magical places over the years. From wellness, yoga and sound healing retreats in the countryside, to team building exercises and corporate events at castles.

The treatments I offer at these spaces are everything you could possibly need to soothe your senses, nourish your soul, and feel totally immersed in calm. A mindful moment just for you, where nothing else is required other than to breathe and just be ✨️

The thing I love most about being part of and working at a retreat is the connection. It's so beautiful to witness the weaving together from all walks of life, observing new relationships and bonds being formed. Healing takes place, not only through treatments and activities, but through unique affinity. Like-minded souls assist each other from similar journeys, holding space, sharing stories and experiences.

It really is rather lovely ✨️

If you're looking to source a therapist for a retreat, event or festival in or around Cornwall, please feel free to get in touch to discuss this further.

With love and gratitude, Sam 🪷

30/04/2026

BACK TO BALANCE 🌼

Everyone seems to be loving this treatment at the moment! 💛 So why not give your body, mind, and senses a little love too?

I devised this nurturing treatment to focus on areas that store the majority of tension; the back, feet, scalp, and face. I think I'd book in for this if I could, its almost like 4 treatments in one.

It begins with a luxurious marigold and calendula sugar scrub and tension relieving massage on the back. This is followed by a deeply nourishing organic facial and a calming scalp + foot massage

Clients have mentioned this leaves them feeling restored, refreshed and rebalanced 🫶🏻

£85- 85mins

23/04/2026

WELCOME to 'SAMKURA'

With my return back to Cornwall in July, I shall be transitioning away from my current business name of Dorset Ayurveda.

A new beginning calls for a new name.

Here's a little insight into the reasons behind my blending of the words 'Sama' and 'Sakura' in case you were wondering 👇🏼

SAMA
In certain cultures sama means listener, yet in others it signifies respect, equilibrium, and is frequently used to describe a calmness and tranquility of mind... balance is the key.

SAKURA (cherry blossoms)
Sakura holds deep significance in Japan as a profound symbol of transience, impermanence, renewal and the beauty of life's fleeting nature. Blooming intensely for only one to two weeks, they embody the philosophy of 'mono no aware', encouraging mindfulness and presence.

These are all important values and philosophy which I try to embody in life, and also in my practice as a therapist.

Don't worry, all of the gorgeous treatments on the menu will remain the same with Samkura, plus a couple of new ones I'll introduce later down the line. My Cornwall location will be confirmed closer to the time.

Look forward to seeing you there 🩵

11/04/2026

SPRING INTO LIFE 🌸

As we are still transitioning from a long winter slumber, springtime brings with it a sense of renewal, cleansing, lightness, and inspiration. During any seasonal change, the qualities in the natural world around us begin to shift.

We can help avoid any unwanted 'kapha' accumulation (dampness, heaviness, stagnation, coldness) by following a few simple suggestions the science of Ayurveda encourages at this time of year;

🌸 Rise with the sun + scrape your tongue

🌸 Warm sesame oil masages & dry body brushing

🌸 Salt water gargling for any excess mucus production

🌸 Concentrate on bitter, astringent, spicier tastes to counteract the heavy, damp qualities lingering from winter

🌸 Up your intake of dark, leafy greens. Avoid too much dairy, sweet, overly-oily or fried foods

🌸 This is the most ideal time of vear to do a cleanse or incorporate gentle fasting into your diet

🌸 You may notice your digestive fire is a little weaker, so opt for lighter, simpler food choices and slightly smaller portions

🌸 Add plenty of spices to your cooking - ginger, cumin, coriander, fennel, turmeric, black pepper

🌸 Get outsidel! Take advantage of the longer days and breathe in nature

🌸 Practice sun salutations + right nostril breathing
(surya bhedan)

🌸 Herbal allies; Chyawanprash is an excellent tonic and immunity regulator this time of year

09/04/2026

I HAVE SOME NEWS 🪷

With spring comes many changes, and this year has brought about a big decision... to return home to Cornwall. After almost 9 years in beautiful Dorset, myself and my husband will be moving back, as of July.

It has been a subject of discussion for quite some time, with varying factors for the decision. But now seems like a very natural and right time to go and be closer to my elderly parents, amongst many other reasons.

Our time in Dorset has offered yet another adventure in life for us. A county full of stunning countryside and a wild jurassic coastline... it really has been quite a special place to live. I'll miss my Durdledoor hikes, that's for certain!

But most of all, I shall miss each and every client that has walked through the door and supported me and my business whilst I've been located here.
I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for being such amazing, loyal clients and trusting me with your body. I feel such gratitude for our sessions throughout your wellness journey, and continue to learn so much from each and every one of you. All the conversations, laughter, tears, life stories and travel tales shared will be in my heart always 🩵

I shall be setting up a practice and taking all the gorgeous treatments down south (there'll be a new ocean inspired one too), so watch this space for where I'll be located. A few of my Dorset clients have already booked in, so please feel free to keep in touch, and hopefully see more of you there 🙏🏼

Sending love, health and gratitude,
Sam 🩵🩵🩵

21/03/2026

SPRING HAS SPRUNG 🌼

"The Universe is always reaching out to us, sending little signs to affirm that we are on the right path.

In our busy lives, we often get caught up in routines, making it easy to overlook these gentle nudges.

It is essential to pause and pay attention to the world around us, especially to the nature waiting just beyond our doorsteps, eager for connection.

By taking time to appreciate the little things we often take for granted, we uncover a wealth of insights that can transform our lives.

When we slow down and listen, we find beauty and meaning hidden in plain sight. This quiet reflection can open doors to a new world, offering perspective that goes beyond the day-to-day grind.

Embracing these moments not only enriches our lives but also deepens our understanding of ourselves and our place in the vast tapestry of existence."

🎨 Tricia Newell
✍️ C.E. Coombes

09/03/2026

A TIME TO EXHALE

Aaand... relax 😌

I had the most nourishing solo spa journey here last week, gifted by my wonderful husband ❤️

Every time I step foot in The Scarlet, my body, mind and soul feel instantly soothed. A moment of calm, a time to exhale, where nothing else matters other than to unfurl... everything softens.

I experienced a beautifully intuitive massage by Helen, it was like a 2hr meditation and exactly what I needed. It felt I'd been transported somewhere else, and I literally floated into one of the hanging pods in the dark relaxation room... total bliss 🙏🏼

As most of you already know, I worked at this gorgeous spa in the past, and its wonderful to now return here as a guest. Forever grateful to this place for teaching me so much in my time there. It encouraged me to deepen my knowledge of Ayurveda and allowed me to grow in so many ways.

Being a therapist and sole trader, its imperative to give back to yourself. To replenish and restore... and this is definitely my favourite place to do it 🪷

14/01/2026

MUKHA PADA SHIRO ABHYANGA 🪷

Mukha = face
Pada = feet
Shiro = head
Abhyanga = oilation

This de-stressing, grounding and balancing treatment involves Ayurvedic massage techniques and marma pressures (vital energy points). It focuses on the face, feet, lower legs, scalp and neck with the use of a nourishing herbal body oil and a hydrating primrose and frankincense facial oil. These particular areas of the body are renowned for holding on to stress and tension, so if you're feeling a little below par, get in touch and give it a try 🪷

Great for;
☆ Inducing relaxation
☆ Vitality
☆ Feeding the skin
☆ Improving circulation
☆ General all-over wellbeing

13/01/2026

MEET 'AGNI' - YOUR DIGESTIVE FIRE 🔥

'Agni' is a Sanskrit word for fire.

From the Ayurvedic perspective on digestion, agni is the principle of transformation throughout the body. When this internal fire struggles to completely assimilate the food we eat, the undigested food particles can increase toxin formation in the body, eventually leading to imbalances. It is said that if an individual’s agni is strong, disease cannot reside.

Ayurveda teaches the importance of strengthening our digestive fire, and being nourished by what we take into our body is imperative to our mental and physical state of health. But digestion goes deeper than just the food we eat, it's also how we process emotions, thoughts, feelings, experiences and our environment around us.

THE 4 TYPES OF DIGESTIVE FIRE:
🔥 Sama agni (Balanced agni) –
Most desirable agni. Natural hunger. Food is easily absorbed with no counter effects. A sign that all doshas are in balance

🔥Vishama agni (Vata/Irregular) –
Irregular, erratic agni. Erratic digestion/hunger.
Irregular eating patterns. Tendency towards constipation. Food is only partially digested

🔥Tikshna agni (Pitta/Strong) –
Penetrating, sharp, hot agni. Robust digestive fire. Large appetite, tendency towards getting 'hangry'. Hungry late at night. Loose stools.

🔥Manda agni (Kapha/Slow) –
Sluggish, heavy, cold agni. Digestion is weak. Food only partially digested. Low appetite but gains weight easily. Heavy, mucus stools

So trust the fire that fuels your being, nourish your body and mind with soulful food and restorative practices. Your agni will thank you for it ✨️

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