About the Founder

Dawn Tardif, Founder and President of BodiScience Wellness Center & Spa since 1990, has more than 27 years in the health, wellness, and spa industry.

Ms. Tardif earned her degree in Ayurvedic Medicine from the International Ayurvedic Institute in 1999. She studied with top Ayurvedic leaders Dr. Deepak Chopra, Dr. David Simon, Melanie and Robert Sachs, and Eve Taylor in her pursuit to become a master in the field of wellness. Ms. Tardif also holds certifications in Allopathic Medicine from the Boston University Mini-Medical School as well as Anti-aging Nutrition and Clinical Aromatherapy.  Her commitment to continuing education is the foundation of delivering the latest results-oriented treatments to her sophisticated clientele who seek out her innovative approach to health and wellness.

Dawn Tardif, Founder of BodiScience

Prior to entering the wellness field, Ms. Tardif studied at the Babson School of Executive Entrepreneurship and Bentley University for Accounting. While pursuing an early career at leading companies and national chains in the retail and couture fashion industry, she became one of the youngest managers and district managers. Ms. Tardif was acknowledged for leadership, team development, employment retention, and superior financial performance. This unique blend of business leadership experience combined with her passionate drive has prepared Ms. Tardif to be a leader in health and wellness.

Highly respected in the salon/spa and wellness industry as a spa owner and consultant, Ms. Tardif has been acknowledged for her service excellence and business systems. She is known for inspiring and encouraging others to create well-being and wellness relationships that cultivate community and enrich the families and lives of one another.

Ms. Tardif was invited to present her wellness concepts on Dr. Wayne Dyer’s self-help talk radio show and served as a speaker and panelist at national industry events. She delivered Tibetan Spa experiences to attendees at Green Music for the Grammys and was a panelist for Green Spa’s “Building a Green Spa Team — The First Steps to Sustainability” as well as other sustainability and green consumerism spa classes. She was chosen as a speaker and panelist for “The Future of Esthetics” at Les Novelle Esthetique’s International Congress of Esthetics and Spa, a prestigious industry event.

Ms. Tardif’s unwavering passion for and knowledge of ancient philosophies helps others to reach a level of wellness that enhances their lifestyle and well-being. To further her mission, Ms. Tardif and her staff participate in the “Welcome Home Warrior Project” created by Melanie & Bob Sachs of Diamond Way Ayurveda. The program offers complimentary health and wellness plans as well as treatments to returning veterans and their families. As one of the East Coast trainers, and to help advance the program, she teaches CEU Ayurvedic classes to other licensed health and wellness professionals.