Ayurveda Course (Foundation) – December 2026

Ayurveda, often described as the science of life, is one of India’s oldest medical systems. Today, it is gaining increasing recognition from medical practitioners worldwide for its focus on understanding illness at the root, rather than simply managing symptoms. The UN and WHO acknowledge Ayurveda as an authentic medical system, and several governments, including the USA, recognize it as a complementary therapy for legal and insurance purposes. Those who have experienced authentic Ayurveda therapies often speak of their effectiveness beyond theory.

Why Study Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is far more than massage or therapy. It is a complete science of living in harmony with nature, allowing nature to support the body’s wellbeing. It offers guidance on diet, lifestyle adjustments, and the mental attitude we bring to our bodies — all of which lie at the foundation of many health concerns.

While formal Ayurveda education in colleges is designed for doctors and requires three to five years of study, resorts and hospitals in Kerala, Goa, and other parts of India usually offer therapies without explaining the deeper principles behind them. Ayurveda can also be found online or through over-the-counter products, but without proper diagnosis based on body-mind constitution, along with the right diet and lifestyle, results may be limited.

For this reason, AyurYoga Eco-Ashram has created short-term Ayurveda courses with training and certification for people who want to apply Ayurveda in daily life. These courses are taught by professional Ayurveda doctors from traditional families in Kerala, where Ayurveda is not just medicine, but a way of life for body and mind.

Who Is This For?

This training is especially suitable for doctors, nurses, yoga teachers, massage therapists, and other alternative health practitioners who already have some understanding of the human body. A background in modern anatomy and common illnesses can make it easier to approach Ayurveda from a scientific perspective.

At the same time, anyone interested in understanding their own body and living a healthier life is welcome to join.

Certification

To receive certification for 100 hours of Ayurveda training, participants must complete at least 8 hours per day and 100 hours across two weeks. The course also includes yoga classes and meditation sessions, as both are considered essential parts of Ayurveda.

Please note that this is not an Ayurveda massage course, although it does briefly cover how to give Ayurveda massages. The certification is not accredited by any government or medical body worldwide.

What You Will Learn

General Knowledge

• History and philosophy of Ayurveda
• Body-mind constitutions based on the five elements
• The role of fire, tissue, and waste in maintaining the body
• Subtle anatomy of the human body
• How seasons and weather influence our lives
• How to align daily routines with the body’s natural bio-clock

Food as Medicine

• Proper detoxification methods
• Rejuvenating cellular metabolism
• Addressing disease at its root

Practical Workshops

• Identifying your dosha
• Nadi Pariksha (pulse training)
• Eight-fold diagnosis
• Full-body self-massage
• Basics of Abhyanga massage for others
• Massage for the head, face, feet, and hands
• Marma points for self-healing
• Dinacharya techniques for daily detox
• Panchakarma detox techniques
• Home remedies for common ailments
• Making herbal medicine at home
• Preparing subtle tastes and teas
• Ayurvedic cooking classes

In addition, the program includes daily meditation for 30 minutes, daily yoga classes for beginners and intermediate students, optional mantra chanting, Ayurveda video presentations, countryside nature walks, and Christmas and New Year celebrations.

Daily Schedule

• 06:00 – 06:30 am: Meditation
• 06:40 – 07:00 am: Jala Neti & herbal drink
• 07:00 – 09:00 am: Yoga class
• 09:00 – 10:30 am: Brunch & free time
• 10:30 – 12:30 pm: Ayurveda theory
• 12:30 – 04:00 pm: Free time / Ayurveda treatments at extra cost
• 02:00 – 03:00 pm: Fruits / snacks
• 04:00 – 06:00 pm: Ayurveda workshop
• 06:00 – 07:00 pm: Cooking class 3 times a week / optional meditation, nature walk, or chanting
• 07:00 – 08:00 pm: Dinner
• 10:00 pm – 10:00 am: Silence / self-reflection

Every 7th day is a holiday, with no classes or activities. You may choose to visit Wayanad Forest to explore Ayurveda herbs and traditional Ayurveda families, or go to Mysore. These day trips cost approximately $30 to $50 per person. You may also prefer to rest at the ashram or enjoy Ayurveda treatments on that day.

Ayurveda treatments and oral medication are not included in the course fee, though they are available during the afternoon break at an additional cost.

The course is led by at least four expert teachers and supported by around 15 staff members. Meals at the ashram are designed for international yoga students and are prepared mostly with vegetables from the organic farm or sourced from local farmers.

Pricing for Ayurveda Course (Foundation)

Duration	Twin-Share Room	Private Room
14 days	$1,200	$1,500

For twin-share accommodation, female students may book online and a second female roommate will be arranged. Male students should book twin-share accommodation online only if they already have a partner to share with; otherwise, they should request the wait-list and will be contacted when another male student is available to share.

Pricing Includes

• Daily meditation and yoga sessions
• One theory class and one practical workshop each day
• One full-body Ayurveda consultation
• All ayurvedic/vegetarian meals and drinks
• Accommodation with attached bathroom
• 1 GB of complimentary Wi-Fi
• Evening walks, meditation, mantra chanting, video shows, and similar activities
• Day trip

Transport, flight tickets, payment processing fees charged by PayPal or other gateways, and currency exchange fees are not included. Airport transfers can be arranged at an extra cost.

Arrival and Departure

Please arrive by 10:00 am on the first day and depart by 2:00 pm on the last day.

Travel Information

For nearby airports, taxi transfer details, and India visa requirements, please refer to the Travel & Visas page.

More Questions?

Please email info(at)ayuryoga-ashram.com.