Chris Garber, CAS, PKS is a faculty practitioner at CCA where he serves as the Operations Manager for Ayurveda Botanicals. His expertise as a clinician, herbalist, and body worker provides a foundation of knowledge which translates classical concepts into practical tools for his students and community.

Chris Garber, CAS, PKS is a faculty practitioner at the California College of Ayurveda where he serves as the Operations Manager for Ayurveda Botanicals. His perspective is shaped by a deep, practical history with the institution, giving him an intimate understanding of both its educational mission and its physical infrastructure. As a CCA graduate, Chris holds dual certifications as a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist and Pancha Karma Specialist. His history within the organization has been immersive; he spent years working directly within the college’s core operations—from hands-on herbal preparation and administering Ayurvedic body therapies to managing the campus facilities. Overseeing everything from physical infrastructure to administrative workflows provided him with a unique, inside understanding of how a major Ayurvedic organization runs.

As the Operations Manager for Ayurveda Botanicals, Chris works alongside the executive team to support the brand’s growth. He also remains active in the broader Ayurvedic community, contributing to educational outreach and regional industry events. In both the classroom and the clinic, Chris brings a clear, grounded focus to his work. Drawing on extensive training in clinical assessment, classical herbalism, and Pancha Karma, he specializes in translating complex medical frameworks into practical, accessible tools for modern life. A resident of the beautiful Northern California foothills, Chris stays connected to the natural world fueling his passion for Ayurveda by spending his free time camping, hiking, snowboarding, and paddleboarding in the stunning landscapes which surround him.