Ayurveda and Yoga: The Science of Life

Empower your teaching, empower your students

Discover Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science of health, wellbeing and longevity. This course explores how Ayurveda works as both a preventative and a healing system, complementing and deepening your knowledge of yoga.

Ayurveda takes a holistic, individual approach to health, unlike the one-size-fits-all solutions of many modern wellness trends. Understanding its principles can make you a more effective teacher and a more connected practitioner.

Curriculum

1. Foundations of Ayurveda

• The five elements (earth, water, fire, air and ether) and the three doshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha)
• The qualities of each dosha and how they show up in body and mind
• How the doshas affect everything from digestion to emotional wellbeing, and how to assess your own balance

2. Svadhyaya: the practice of self-observation

• Self-study as a way to cultivate mindfulness and self-awareness
• Observing body, mind and environment through the lens of Ayurvedic energetics
• Using this to understand your students’ needs and personalise your teaching

3. The principle of opposites

• Applying the Ayurvedic idea of opposites to your practice and teaching
• Using asana, pranayama, meditation and chakra work to counteract imbalances
• Developing tailored approaches for your students

4. The subtle doshas

• The spiritual and philosophical dimensions of Ayurveda
• The deeper role of the doshas in mental and emotional health
• Working with these subtle energies to foster balance and growth

Teaching skills and practice

• Your personal practice. Bring Ayurvedic principles into your daily routine, diet and yoga.
• Class themes. Weave Ayurvedic ideas into themes and sequences that support the doshas.
• Workshops. Design your own workshops blending yoga and Ayurveda for different groups and needs.

Meet Sarah

Sarah has over 1,000 hours of Yoga Alliance training, with certifications in Hatha Yoga (200-hour), Pranayama (150-hour), Ayurveda Health Counselling (600-hour), Pregnancy Yoga (95-hour) and Neurobiomechanics (30-hour). She is currently studying neuroscience with the School of Z-Health. Before yoga, she was a college lecturer.

Fees

Included: handouts and manual, and use of props (please bring your own mat).

Not included: accommodation, travel, food, snacks and insurance.

Cancellation policy

All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable, including for illness, bereavement or other personal circumstances. 100% attendance is required to complete the course. If we cancel, we refund your fees in full, but we can’t cover travel, accommodation or insurance.

Where we are

14 George Street, Derby DE1 1EH, in the centre of the city. All-day customer parking is £3, paid on arrival at reception.

Tutor: Sarah Rumble