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Āyurveda · 12-Week Certification

Foundations of Ayurveda.

The timeless science of health, balance, and human flourishing. Learn the doṣas, the five elements, digestion, nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and Ayurvedic psychology — from the ground up, the way a practitioner actually thinks.

Live weekly classes — recordedBeginner-friendly · no prerequisitesCertification on completion
15 minutes · Free · No obligation to enrol
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12
Weeks of live training
25+
Hours on-demand
Lifetime
Recording access
Online
Live + recorded
आयुः + वेदWhy Study Ayurveda

The science of life — not just the absence of disease.

For over 5,000 years, Ayurveda has offered a profound understanding of what it means to live in harmony with nature. Rather than focusing only on treating disease, it seeks to understand the unique nature of each individual and create lasting health, vitality, and resilience.

Where modern healthcare often manages symptoms once imbalance has developed, Ayurveda begins with a different question — why did the imbalance arise in the first place? — reading constitution, digestion, lifestyle, and mind as one connected whole.

This training goes deeper than dosha quizzes — you learn not only what Ayurveda recommends, but why. The goal is not information, but wisdom you can apply in daily life.

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शिक्षाWhat You'll Learn

Six capacities of an Ayurvedic mind.

You'll learn to think like an Ayurvedic practitioner — understanding the principles beneath the recommendations, not just memorising lists.

01

Understand Your Unique Constitution

Learn how Vāta, Pitta, and Kapha shape your physical tendencies, mental patterns, emotional responses, strengths, and vulnerabilities.

02

Master the Foundations of Health

Build a thorough understanding of the five elements, twenty qualities, Agni (digestive fire), Āma (toxicity), the dhātus, and the principles that govern health and disease.

03

Apply Ayurvedic Nutrition

Learn how food influences body and mind through taste, qualities, digestion, constitution, and the seasons.

04

Develop Lifestyle Medicine

Understand how sleep, movement, daily routine, sensory impressions, relationships, stress, and the seasons shape wellbeing.

05

Explore Ayurvedic Psychology

Discover the relationship between the doṣas, the guṇas, emotions, habits, behaviour, and mental health.

06

Apply Principles Practically

Learn to assess common imbalances and apply foundational Ayurvedic recommendations through practical exercises and case studies.

पाठ्यक्रमCurriculum

Twelve modules, from first principles to practice.

Across twelve weeks, each module builds on the last — from the philosophy of the elements to the tissues, subtle physiology, and practical home remedies. Tap any module to see what it covers.

Ayurveda's history, purpose, and relevance today. Learn the Ayurvedic definition of health, the causes of disease, and the fundamental principles that underpin this ancient science of life.

अधिकारWho This Is For

This certification is for you if…

Complete beginners seeking a structured introduction to Ayurveda.

Yoga teachers and yoga practitioners.

Health and wellness professionals.

Coaches, counsellors, and holistic practitioners.

Anyone seeking a greater understanding of their body and mind.

Anyone wishing to improve their health through natural principles.

Students considering future practitioner-level Ayurvedic studies.

No previous experience in Ayurveda is required — and if you're unsure whether it's the right fit, that's exactly what the discovery call is for.

सामग्रीWhat's Included

Everything you need to learn it properly.

  • 12 weeks of live online training
  • Over 25 hours of on-demand video lessons
  • A comprehensive course manual
  • Guided exercises and practical assessments
  • Case-study discussions
  • A private student community
  • Lifetime access to all recordings
  • Future course updates, at no extra cost
  • The Foundations of Ayurveda certificate
Certification

Earn your certificate.

To certify, students complete a final online examination across the foundational principles — the five elements, three doṣas, twenty guṇas, Agni, Āma, the dhātus, nutrition, daily and seasonal routines, Ayurvedic psychology, and subtle physiology. It tests practical understanding rather than memorisation, and a passing grade earns the official Foundations of Ayurveda certificate.

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फलWhat Graduates Can Do

You'll leave with a practical command of…

  • Constitutional assessment (Prakṛti)
  • Common patterns of imbalance (Vikṛti)
  • The three doṣas and their manifestations
  • Foundational Ayurvedic nutrition principles
  • Lifestyle recommendations for health and balance
  • Daily and seasonal routines
  • Ayurvedic psychology and wellbeing
  • Core Ayurvedic philosophy and principles

A practical framework for applying Ayurvedic wisdom to everyday life.

मार्गThe Path Forward

From foundational knowledge to professional practice.

The Foundations Certification is the first stage of a growing Ayurveda education pathway — a structured route from foundational knowledge to professional competency.

Level 1 · This course

Foundations of Ayurveda Certification

Develop a strong understanding of Ayurvedic philosophy, health principles, nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and constitutional assessment.

Next · Future training

Ayurvedic Health Counsellor Diploma (300 Hours)

Graduates are ideally positioned to progress into practitioner-level training focused on client assessment, case management, advanced nutrition, lifestyle planning, and professional practice.

100+
Five-star reviews
6 years
Monastic study
5 countries
Of lineage study
10+ years
Of Vedic practice
Practitioner
आचार्यMeet Your Teacher

Nrikeśarī Dāsa

BSW · 500-RYT · ALWC · SOL2

Nrikeśarī Dāsa is an Ayurvedic practitioner, Yoga Therapist, and Vedic astrologer who has dedicated years to the study and practice of the traditional Vedic sciences. After leaving home at eighteen, he spent six years living as a monk, immersing himself in Ayurveda, yoga, philosophy, and meditation.

His education includes extensive study of Ayurveda, Yoga Therapy through the Svastha tradition, and ongoing engagement with both classical texts and contemporary Ayurvedic education. Students value his ability to make complex subjects practical and accessible without losing the depth of the tradition.

This training draws on classical Ayurvedic principles preserved through traditional teaching — including the lineage of Dr. Vasant Lad and Kerala Ayurvedic traditions — alongside modern integrative approaches faithful to Ayurveda's foundations.

Dr. Vasant Lad
Ayurveda lineage
Dr. Ganesh Mohan
Yoga Therapy lineage
Kerala tradition
Classical Ayurveda
Monastic study
6 years across continents
अनुभवStudent Experiences

What students say after the training.

From complete beginners to experienced practitioners — graduates describe a coherent framework that connects nutrition, lifestyle, emotions, and wellbeing.

I originally joined to improve my own health, but what I gained was a completely different way of understanding the body and mind. Ayurveda finally gave me a framework that connected nutrition, lifestyle, emotions, and wellbeing into one coherent system. Nrikeśarī has a remarkable ability to make complex concepts easy to understand while preserving the depth of the tradition.

Sarah Mitchell
Yoga Teacher · Melbourne

I joined with no previous knowledge of Ayurveda and was amazed by how much I learned in twelve weeks. The course manual alone is an incredible resource, and the live classes made everything come alive. This training has given me knowledge that I'll continue using for the rest of my life.

Michael Harper
Perth

I had read several books on Ayurveda before, but this was the first time the principles truly made sense. The course is practical, structured, and grounded in authentic teachings rather than health trends. I now feel confident assessing my own constitution and making lifestyle choices that genuinely support my wellbeing.

Daniel Roberts — Wellness Coach, Sydney

What impressed me most was the balance between philosophy and practical application. The teachings are deep, but always brought back to real life. Since completing the course, I've changed the way I approach food, sleep, daily routines, and stress management. The benefits have been profound.

Emma Thompson — Brisbane

As a healthcare professional, I appreciated that Ayurveda was presented as a complete system rather than a collection of isolated remedies. The course helped me understand the deeper causes of imbalance and gave me practical tools I now use both personally and professionally.

Rebecca Wilson — Allied Health Practitioner, Adelaide
प्रश्नCommon Questions

Before you enrol.

Health is not something we find. It is something we cultivate.

If you're ready to understand your body, mind, habits, and wellbeing through one of the world's oldest systems of natural health, you're warmly invited to join the next intake of the Foundations of Ayurveda certification.

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Free 15-min Discovery Call

Begin where you are.

A 15-minute conversation to understand where you are, answer your questions, and confirm the Foundations of Ayurveda certification is the right next step. No pressure, no obligation to enrol.

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