YOGA ALLIANCE CERTIFIED
100-HOUR CONTINUED EDUCATION COURSE
Can be applied towards a 300hr certification under the Yoga Alliance
for qualified teachers
AYURVEDA FOUNDATIONS TRAINING
Rooted in tradition. Informed by care.
Carried forward with integrity.
This Is Not Just a Course.
It Is a Cycle of Study, Integration, and Embodied Practice.
Ayurveda was never meant to be learned through information alone.
It was meant to be lived, practiced, and transmitted in relationship.
Ayurveda Foundations is a 100-hour teacher training module designed for yoga teachers, wellness practitioners, and devoted students seeking a culturally rooted, trauma-informed, and ethically transmitted introduction to Ayurveda.
Rooted in the Vedic traditions of India, this training honors Ayurveda as a living lineage—not a wellness trend—while offering practical tools for modern life. The course is designed with care for the nervous system, cultural integrity, and the realities of living in a post-colonial world.
This is not a certification to diagnose or treat illness. It is an invitation into relationship, reverence, and responsibility.
The training combines:
Biweekly online study over 2 months (November - December)
A 7-day in-person immersion retreat in Puerto Rico
A curriculum grounded in Vedic philosophy, ethical transmission, and embodied learning
This course is educational and preventative in nature and may be applied toward a 300HR certification through SMA.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
CURRICULUM OVERVIEW (100 HOURS)
Foundations of Ayurveda & the Vedas
Ayurvedic History, Philosophy & Cosmology
The Doshas & Individual Constitution
Trauma-Informed & Embodied Ayurveda
Dinacharya, Ritucharya & Lifestyle Medicine
Causes of Disease and Self-Diagnosis Principles
The 6 tastes and Ayurveda in the Kitchen
Intro to Ayurvedic Herbalism & Home Medicine Making
Ethics, Lineage & Integration
DECOLONIAL & ETHICAL COMMITMENTS
This training is committed to:
Honoring Ayurveda as an Indigenous knowledge system
Naming colonization, erasure, and commodification where relevant
Avoiding extractive or diluted teaching
Centering context, lineage, and credit
Teaching in ways that are accessible without being reductive
We believe Ayurveda can be shared without being stripped of its roots.
A TRAINING FOR TEACHERS WHO WANT DEPTH
This 100-hour module is designed for those who want to:
Understand Ayurveda beyond surface-level trends
Study within cultural and philosophical context
Integrate trauma-informed teaching methods
Carry this knowledge forward with responsibility
Resources You’ll Receive:
Facilitator Manual with scripts & safety protocols
Student Workbook with prompts & practice logs
Audio & Video Library for guided Ayurvedic practices
Retreat Toolkit with peer practice guides & closing rituals
required Reading List:
Charaka Samhita of Agnivesha — with Chakrapani commentary
Ayurveda: The Science of Self Healing: A Practical Guide — Dr. Vasant Lad
The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies – Dr. Vasant Lad
The Everyday Ayurveda Cookbook — Kate O’Donnell
The Everyday Ayurveda Guide to Self-Care — Kate O’Donnell
Training Structure
Phase 1: Live Online Classes
November - December)
6 live, 2-hour interactive sessions
Biweekly Study | Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6–9pm
Trauma-informed, compassionate, and practical training
Phase 2: Immersive Retreat & Certification Completion
(January 9th - 15th, 2027)
One-week in-person all inclusive retreat in Puerto Rico
Ayurvedic lifestyle immersion and cleanse
Hands-on facilitation, peer feedback, and certification ceremony
THIS TRAINING IS ELIGIBLE towards a YOGA ALLIANCE 300-Hour RYT Certification, or as CONTINUED EDUCATION CREDITS FOR QUALIFIED TEACHERS
TO INQUIRE ABOUT CEU’S PLEASE CONTACT PROGRAM DIRECTOR IRAIMER RUIZ HERE
Embodied In-Person Practicum
7-Day Ayurveda & Yoga Immersion Retreat
Puerto Rico | Jan 9–15, 2027
This retreat is the culmination of your Ayurveda Foundations Training, where learning becomes lived experience. Over seven days, you will fully immerse in Ayurvedic lifestyle and practice, integrating the principles you’ve studied into your body, mind, and daily rhythms. Each day unfolds with thoughtfully designed routines, including yoga, meditation, reflection, and nourishment, supported by intentionally prepared Ayurvedic meals to balance doshas and guide a gentle cleanse. You will explore herbal medicine and self-care rituals, practice teaching in a supportive cohort, and live within a community that embodies the rhythms, rituals, and philosophy of Ayurveda. The retreat closes with a ceremony honoring lineage, learning, and personal transformation, giving you the confidence and clarity to carry this wisdom forward.
This training is unique because it is grounded in Vedic lineage, trauma-informed, and designed to integrate theory, lifestyle, embodiment, and teaching practice. You will not only learn Ayurveda—you will experience it fully, preparing to guide others with depth, reverence, and authenticity.
DATES & CLASS SCHEDULE
ONLINE CALLS
TuesDAY & Thursday ONLY
November: 3rd & 5th
November: 10th
November: 19th
December: 1st & 3rd
december: 8th & 9th
Schedule: 6-9pm ET | 3-6pm PT
Retreat Immersion
Rincon, Puerto Rico
January 9th - 15th, 2027
Enrollment Closes November 1st, 2026
Pricing options
Private Accommodation — Double Bed | $3,900
Enjoy the comfort and privacy of your own room with a double bed, offering a personal space to rest, reflect, and integrate throughout your Ayurveda training immersion.
Shared Accommodation — Twin Bed | $3,000
Share a thoughtfully appointed room with another participant, featuring one twin-size bed. An accessible option for those seeking a shared accommodation experience at a lower investment.
Shared Accommodation — Queen Bed | $3,500
Share a thoughtfully appointed room with another participant, featuring one queen-size bed. This option offers a more intimate, shared living experience during your Ayurveda training immersion.
Ayurveda Training — 3-Month Payment Plans
Make your Ayurveda Training experience more accessible by spreading your tuition investment across scheduled payments over three (3) months. Choose the payment plan that corresponds with your preferred accommodation: shared accommodation with a queen bed ($1,167/mo), shared accommodation with a twin bed ($1,000/mo), or private accommodation with a double bed ($1,300/mo).
Each option allows you to plan your investment while preparing for an immersive experience in Ayurveda, holistic wellness, and embodied learning with the Sacred Movement Academy.
Please select the payment plan that matches your chosen accommodation when registering.
Take the Next Step
If you’re feeling called to this work and want to explore whether this training is the right fit, I invite you to book a clarity call with me. This is a complimentary, no-pressure conversation where we can talk through your intentions, answer your questions, and ensure the program supports you—personally, professionally, and energetically.
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Clarity calls are designed to support informed, aligned decisions. There is no obligation to enroll.