Ayurveda Therapist Level 1

Course highlights

• Understanding the proper methodology of studying Ayurveda
• In-depth study of the foundation principles of Ayurveda, including the five elements, doshas, gunas, dhatus, agni, mala, srotas, etc.
• Overview of 9 Indian philosophies which help to understand human psychology, including yoga philosophy
• Learn how to find out and individual's constitution or prakriti
• Gain a deep understanding of the human metabolism
• In-depth study of Ayurvedic nutrition
• Understand disease diagnosis process in Ayurvedic Medicine, including natural and unnatural imbalances or vikriti
• Understand the real cause behind disorders like common cold, constipation, obesity, diabetes, arthritis, etc. and therapies that can be used to help
• Understand the female reproductive system according to Ayurvedic principles and how to manage the menstrual cycle naturally
• Learn the methodology for studying herbs, this course also includes a detailed study of 30 common Ayurvedic herbs
• Learn how to perform therapies like abhyangam, udvartanam, shirodhara, pinda sveda, external vastis, eye, ear and nose treatments, etc.

Start date: 23 January 2022

Duration: 20 week course. 16 weeks of lectures and 4 weeks of study break in between as necessary. Content available for one year from the course start date.

Course structure: On an average 4–6 hours of pre-recorded lectures per week, one live webinar per week and access to a managed Facebook group

Weekly webinars: Weekly live Zoom webinars with Dr Arun Sharma on a Saturday evening IST. Recordings will be available.

Eligibility: Interest in Ayurveda and holistic lifestyle management

Certification: At the end of the course the students are required to submit their notes in order to receive a certificate of completion

Connect with other students: Access to a private Facebook Group for course participants to connect, discuss course content and ask questions

Contact for inquries: [email protected]

Additional course benefits

• Intiate self inquiry and personal transformation
• Study Indian philosophies for spiritual growth and understanding your true nature
• Understand the mind according to Ayurvedic principles and learn the art of relaxation
• Develop healthy lifestyle and dietary habits
• Make positive changes in your life through participation in tasks given during the course
• Improve your health by using tools like Ayurvedic psychology, nutrition, herbs and treatments

“The understanding of the total nature of a subject does not arise from a fragmentary knowledge of it.”

Charaka Samhita (Vi 4/5-1500 B.C.E.) – ‘The Father of Ayurveda’

This course is an outcome of Dr Arun Sharma’s experience as an Ayurvedic physician, influenced by his lineage and many other great teachers that he has studied with. It gives proper technique and approach to any student wishing to study this vast subject. It is refined from years of practice and teaching, and contains undiluted material taken from great masters like Charaka, Sushruta and Vagabhata.

Ayurveda is directly translated as the science of life. Dr Arun Sharma calls it “the science of common sense”. Ayurveda is a user’s manual for this life and teaches us to live with utmost clarity and awareness towards oneself, life, health, disease, mind and the universe.

Through our experience of teaching Ayurveda, we found many people try to learn Ayurveda in bits and pieces through various sources, resulting in fragmented knowledge. We follow a unique methodology and provide a solid foundation as well as a holistic picture for studying and applying Ayurveda.

In this online programme we cover Ayurvedic philosophy, physiology, psychology, routine, the cycle of pathology, basics of diagnosis and conducting consultations that includes prakriti examination (constitution) and vikriti examination (imbalances). We also learn about treatments which include: diet and nutrition, common Ayurvedic herbs, lifestyle changes, and over 30 Ayurvedic manual treatments and massages. We will be learning most of the pre-panchakarma treatments in this intensive programme.

Students who have completed this course are now practicing Ayurveda in their countries offering Ayurvedic consultations, treatments, lifestyle advice, advice about common Ayurvedic herbs, running retreats, yoga therapy, setting up Ayurvedic shops and markets. They have also been teaching Ayurvedic courses, workshops, massage classes, nutrition classes, and teaching Ayurveda at yoga teacher training programmes. View our alumni here. 

This course provides a solid foundation for anyone wishing to develop an effective and ethical practice as an Ayurvedic Therapist and utilise Ayurvedic principles for self-care as well as for the wellness of others.