If you have the opportunity to work with Melanie or Bob and/or try out the Diamond Way Ayurveda products, I highly recommend doing so!! I met Bob at CCA for the Tibetan Chakra Stone Massage workshop. He's a wonderful teacher; I could sit and listen to him speak all day! Throughout the workshop, I felt well-guided and confident in what I was doing. The Diamond Way Ayurveda oils we used in workshop felt and smelled divine. I have purchased the Guided Meditations CD as well as the Kansa Wand set with DVD instruction. I use the meditations regularly in my formal meditation practice and greatly benefit from them. I don't yet have a professional massage practice but use the Kansa Wand set on myself and family members. We all enjoy how relaxing, balancing, and clearing the Kansa bodywork feels. I especially like using the foot wand as part of my night-time routine. Through NAMA, I've listened to Melanie's lecture about herbal goodies for self-care. She, too, is a knowledgeable and interesting teacher. Recently I participated in a Zoom meditation of the Medicine Buddha led by Bob. The meeting was a very nice experience. I enjoyed the opportunity to practice and "drop in" with our group. I look forward to our next Zoom meditation! I'm presently reading Bob's book, "Ecology of Oneness", and am finding it both insightful and entertaining. I hold much gratitude for Bob and Melanie's work as well as their grounded, personable energies. read more

As a fellow professional: I've always loved and appreciated what Robert and Melanie have to share. The first time I met them, I was blessed to be at a show in 2004 where Robert introduced PediKarma to the world. Towards the end of the second day of the show, the cheaply made brand new boots I was wearing were definitely hurting my feet! I was also off balanced carrying a lot of heavy purchases from the show. Robert offered a shortened version of the PediKarma service which I gladly took! How relaxed and good I felt afterwards: In my cheaply made new boots, I hauled all of my purchases out to my truck (stick shift) and travelled to my friend's home in Monday 5:00 rush hour traffic in one of the largest cities in the US, a city i wasn't familiar with. From the balcony, my friend spied me as I pulled into the parking lot; running out to meet me, he was afraid because, even from that distance, I looked different to him; I looked different because I was so relaxed!!! Even after that traffic in an unfamiliar town!! I felt like I had just had an incredible massage and Robert had only touched my feet for about 15 minutes!! I was sold and couldn't wait to learn this service myself and do it on my clients! I love every single thing I've ever purchased, would love to do more training with them and I gladly promote the services and products they offer. These are wonderful, intelligent, kind, caring people! read more

I hear of others traveling a long distance to learn of Ayurvedic and Holistic healing practices at locations outside our lovely SanLuisObispo county. And for those outside our area, consider coming to our bit of paradise, and explore the teachings of Bob and Melanie Sachs,international experts in Ayurvedic healing practices. Bob and Melanie have published MANY excellent books, including Ayurvedic Spa, which is an excellent resource. Melanie is a wealth of information on holistic facials, I appreciate her approach of sharing the common sense beauty secrets of facial beauty from the inside ,out. They are passionate in their life practice of sharing holistic healing methods and lifestyle. They are a glowing inspiration and treasure. I have thoroughly enjoyed all of the classes I have explored with Bob and Melanie, and use many of the practices in my self care, and my massage therapy business. They have been a blessing for me as a tributary in exploration of a wide angle lense of healing practices. read more

While learning Reike I became aware of Ayurveda Kansa Therapy. I was initially searching for relief for 'intense leg muscle tension' brought on over the years by overcompensating for a degrading ankle joint after a serious break 30 years previous. In 2014 I purchased a complete set of Kansa Wands. At the time my condition had peaked and I was almost competently bedridden with a recovery that took over 8 months. Having endured extremely painful physiotherapy daily I was desperate to find relief. I began the Kansa Therapy after each physio appointment and did achieve a gentle cooling massage which did indeed soothe the battered tight muscles and made the physio slightly more bearable till recovery. After recovery I then became interested in the remaining Kansa wands and found them to be equally effective and enjoyable. read more

Melanie and Bob have the knowledge, the formulas and the tools you need to have a green, sustainable, life-supporting practice that will uplift you and your clients. Their trainings are comprehensive, meaningful and inspiring. When you want to expand your expertise, look to Diamond Way Ayurveda for their recorded protocols and webinars. Pure oils and formulas meant to balance constitution and protect skin were developed straight out of their extensive understanding of ancient ayurveda and how lifestyle and environment impact our well being. Yes, the Kansa wand is powerful. But check our their website - they have more superior quality equipment for you to bring new energy to the work you do. Bob and Melanie are extraordinary people, and we are so lucky to have them on the planet! read more

I have been using Diamond Way skin and health products for more than twenty years, and I have never been disappointed with a purchase. The products are guaranteed pure and organic, the amounts are generous, and the packaging is beautiful. Melanie and Robert Sachs are also generous with their knowledge of herbs, ayurvedic medicine, and treatments for the health and beauty of the body. I live in the desert, and I find their facial oils essential for maintaining my maturing skin. One more thing: Diamond Way's Precious Water, a spray for the face, refreshes both my skin and my spirit. I'm still wondering how they do that. read more

Some years ago I took a course on Ayurvedic Reflexology and we used the Kansa bowl. This bowl is not easy or comfortable to use so I was so delighted to find the kansa wands. My clients love the treatment so much and the results are so positve. I purchased the full package including the excellent DVDs with Melanie and Robert Sachs, this programme is better than any course I have attended. The wands are beautifully packed and made to the highest standard, the booklet is clearly presented and the DVDS are so clear and interesting. This is a MUST buy for any therapist - I am delighted with my new skillsx read more

Robert and Melanie, owners of Diamond Way Ayurveda are two of the most honest, dedicated, caring and understanding individuals in the industry! Everything they do is done with such sincerity and skill. They're dedication to making sure their clients goals and expectations are met are undeniable. I can't say enough wonderful things about them personally, as well as the outcome of their services and products! And, I could listen to Melanie talk forever - she has an amazingly calming voice! No matter what you order, or what services you get from them, it will be memorable, successful and rewarding! read more

Yes! I have tried this product and it really works. The quality and marksmanship are excellent. The material is of very good quality. It comes in a beautiful box and the Kansa wand is in a high-quality velvet bag. I can travel with it. I have not tried the kumkumadi oil so I used pure Ayurvedic Ghee on my face and the wand gently slid on my face as I followed the easy to understand instructions that came along in the box. They also have u-tube videos that are very helpful. Don't make the mistake of buying it from eBay. I did it and it was a mistake. You get what you pay for. read more

Love Love Love Diamond Way Ayurveda. Their products are beautiful and the service that they offer is wonderful. I ordered a number of Marma wands for a class that I was teaching and they weren't going to arrive in time for my students. Robert was kind enough to send me one of theirs wands,so that I at least had one Marma wand for demonstration purposes. Generous and extremely helpful - we will continue to work with them in the future! Robert and Melanie are an example of true heart work and they bless us with all that they share. read more

Robert and Melanie Sachs are the wisest, most knowledgeable and professional teachers of Ayurveda that I have experienced. Their approach is down-to-earth as well as insightful. I am very grateful to have attended many of their classes as well as cherish their books as guideposts to my professional career, my health and my spirit. I highly recommend them and their work to all interested parties. Thank you, Melanie and Robert for your profound contribution to the fields of Ayurveda, Aromatherapy, and Ecology. read more

I had a wonderful experience training with Melanie and Robert! Not only did they open their home and space to me, they shared their priceless years of wisdom in the practice of Ayurveda. It was such an honor and so wonderfully inspiring to spend time with them. They truly practice what they teach. All of the product I purchased has been lovely and effective. Their educational materials have been such an asset to my aesthetics practice. I look forward to learning much more from them in the future! read more

You will NEVER find better teachers. They simplify Ayurvedic techniques for you to really be able to understand and use immediately after classes. They're products are top knotch too. I use their Vata, Pitta, and Kapha body oils in many of my massage sessions regularly and my clients love them. I could go on for days about Melanie and Roberts Sachs, but just do yourself a favor and take their class or buy their products or have them work on you if you could be so lucky. You won't regret it! read more

Robert and Melanie's boundless knowledge of all things Ayurvedic is one of the best things that has ever happened to esthetics and massage. Their products, books, DVD's, everything is of the highest quality and allows us to assist our clients in receiving some of the most effective and enriching therapies around. I highly recommend Diamond Way to anyone who wants to incorporate beautifully holistic and extremely effective therapies in their practice. read more

I took a class with Melanie Sachs a few months ago...I learned so much about Ayurveda, and will continue on with this information! I have been purchasing products, books etc...which are all very carefully thought, and made from lots of heart of both Melanie and Robert.... I highly recommend anyone to take a class, and to pursue first rate education from the Sachs...and of course the products, all well made, and great quality.... read more

Diamond Way creates luxuriously rich sensuous oils that rejuvenate body and mind, ground anxiety and heal old and new wounds. The pleasure of Unlimited Mind Vata Face Oil is a wonderful example. Rose essence, neroli and geranium oils are blended in a carrier of carrot oil and avocado oil-- so relaxing and beautifying for tired, stressed, delicate and aging skin. I spread it on my face and into my scalp for a refreshing retreat. read more

I cannot live withou the silver water. When I run out I panic. During this awful flu season I used it every day and my kids too. We never got hit, my husband did ( because he doesn't believe in this stff.) In one month I traveled to 3 Asian Countries 1 Middle East and 1 Europe and managed to catch something the silver water took care of it in 2 days, while I was running around. I'm so happy with this product. Thank you so much read more

The compassion and empathy present in Bob & Melanie Sachs is transformative. It is rare to find holistic health practitioners that provide the products & services necessary for healing while also having a healthy boundaries and temperament. Bob & Melanie Sachs provide a diverse product mix as well as adaptable and diverse healing modalities. All this together, packs a powerful and responsive palette of holistic medicine! read more

Robert Sacks is an incredibly gifted and knowledgeable health practitioner. I met him through an auyurvedic training course at my school. I was so taken by his wisdom, and knoweledge of natural healing, that I have decided to pursue further education as well as healing sessions with him. Both Robert and his wife Melanie offer a beautiful service to addressing health and wellness from the inside out. -Jennifer read more