Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist
What is an Ayurvedic Yoga Thearpist (AYT)?
Our multimedia program offers a comprehensive and supportive distance learning experience for those seeking to develop the skills and competencies of an Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist. This online training provides the guidance, support, and continuing education necessary to become a highly qualified professional in the field.
Beyond a mere certificate course, our program offers a unique synthesis of Yoga and Ayurvedic Medicine with a curriculum that surpasses recommended guidelines. Experience the transformative world of Ayurvedic Medicine and Yoga as Therapy with Yoga Veda Institute.
Curriculum
- Orientations (4), live webinar (8 hours)
- Foundations of Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy, prerecorded (10.5 hours)
- Ayurvedic Nutrition, prerecorded (12 hours)
- Introduction to Philosophy, prerecorded (20 hours)
- Art of Assessment, prerecorded (20 hours)
- Professional Practice & Medical Ethics, prerecorded (30 hours)
- Subtle Body Anatomy, live webinar (20 hours)
- Chikitsa, live webinar (20 hours)
- Foundations of Ayurvedic Herbalism, live webinar (20 hours)
- Women’s Health, live webinar (20 hours)
- Birth & Beyond, live webinar (20 hours)
- Modern Applications of Classical Teachings Level 1, live webinar (36 hours)
- Classical Sanskrit, live webinar (24 hours)
- Spiritual Health & Healing, Level 1, live webinar (36 hours)
- Ayurvedic Lifestyle Design, live webinar (24 hours)
- Clinical Internship Level 1, live webinar (20 hours)
- Clinical Theater, live webinar (20 hours)
- Client Encounters (50) 25 Observation, 25 Independent Practice
- 300-Hour Advanced Yoga & Meditation Teacher Training (online)
Get Started Right Away: Within 24-48 hours after enrollment, our support team will send you your login information, instructions on accessing your student dashboard, and our pre-recorded foundation modules.
How You'll Learn
- Live Web Conference Classes
- Lesson Recordings in case you miss a class
- Exclusive Online {Members Only} Student Portal
- Audio Lectures & Presentation Slides
- PDF Resources, Lecture Notes & Bonus Resources
- Workbooks {Download}
- Weekly Discussions inside our Private Community
- A Supportive Community Alumni
- Ongoing Career Support
- Private 1-on-1 guidance by a personal mentor teacher for each module in the 300-Hour Advanced Yoga & Meditation Teacher Training
*Please note that 300-Hour Advanced Yoga & Meditation Teacher Training training is not included in the tuition price.
Time Commitment
The Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy program is a comprehensive 810+ hour program consisting of 300 hours of Advanced Yoga & Meditation Teacher Training at our affiliate school, Akasha Yoga Academy, 92.5 hours of prerecorded webinars, 268 hours of live classroom webinars, and 150 hours of practicum. The program is designed to be completed in four trimesters, spanning approximately 1.5 years. Each trimester program is approximately 12 weeks long, and three trimesters are offered each year. Students are given up to three years to complete the full program, providing flexibility in completing the coursework.
Prerequisite/Co-requisite
200-Hour Yoga Alliance certified TTC or equivalent
Recognition
Certificate of Completion at the level of Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist recognized by Yoga Veda Institute
Certificate of Completion at the level of Advanced Yoga & Meditation Teacher recognized by Akasha Yoga Academy
The 300-Hour Advanced TTC (combined with a 200-Hour Yoga Alliance certified TTC) entitles you to sign up as a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance at the prestigious 500-Hour Level.
Class Schedule
Web Conference Classes are offered both Live and Recorded for later viewing. Classes are scheduled at times that can best accommodate all students enrolled in each module. Please check the Course Catalog for specific class dates.
Calendar
Click here to download the Course Catalog and view the full class calendar by term.
Tuition & Fees
Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist Program:
- Ayurvedic Yoga Thearpist training: $3630
- 300-Hour Advanced Yoga & Meditation Teacher Training with Akasha Yoga Academy: $1800
- Total program cost: $5430
We understand that investing in your education can be a big decision, which is why we offer payment plans and scholarships to help make our program accessible to everyone. Our payment plans allow you to spread out the cost of the program over several months, making it more manageable for your budget. And for students who demonstrate financial need, we offer scholarships to help cover the cost of tuition.
To learn more about our payment plans and scholarships, please contact our admissions team. We are committed to helping you achieve your goals and are here to support you every step of the way.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Our mission at Yoga Veda Institute is to make quality Ayurvedic education accessible, regardless of financial ability. If you need financial assistance you may Apply for a Scholarship.
Testimonials
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Student Conduct & Expectations
Above and beyond all subject matter in this program, this is a lifestyle dedicated to mindful, conscious and compassionate living. We expect these primary principles to be applied to all aspects of the students’ learning experience inside and outside of the classroom.
Due to the nature of the subject of this course and to the high regard we put on living with integrity, honesty, truthfulness and compassion, Yoga Veda Institute expects students to understand and maintain high standards of academic integrity. Breaches of academic integrity are subject to review by the Admin Board and may be grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including requirement to withdraw from the School and suspension of registration privileges or revocation of certification.
Students are expected to conduct themselves responsibly, honestly, and with due consideration for others while enrolled at Yoga Veda Institute as well as in all of their interactions and communications with members of the Yoga Veda community.
Students are expected to take personal responsibility for their own assignment submissions and tracking, knowing class dates and times of class, understanding their personal track program, and requesting curriculum updates as needed. Yoga Veda Institute expects students to be active and engaged participants. Students registered in a course must attend all classes and participate online, take all exams, and complete all coursework on time.
Students are expected to treat web-conference class meetings as if attending class on campus, which includes behaving professionally, treating others with courtesy and respect, refraining from using profanity or socially offensive language, wearing appropriate clothing, and avoiding inappropriate surroundings.
Students are required to have and use a camera and microphone when attending web-conference class meetings unless otherwise specified by the instructor.
Students may not join a class while driving or riding in a car. Students are expected to join from a suitable, quiet location, with a device that permits full participation in the class activities. Many courses include activities that cannot adequately be performed on a mobile device.
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Disclaimer
Yoga Veda Institute staff take great care to provide students with information and advice on courses, degrees, and policies. We want you to succeed in your academic and professional goals, so we strive to be accurate at all times. However, in the event that there is a discrepancy between written and/or oral staff communications and this website, please contact us so we can clarify right away. We encourage you to regularly review the website and to take ownership of your educational journey by familiarizing yourself with relevant policies, which may change. In the event there is a discrepency between oral or written communication and this website, Yoga Veda Institute Directors, Staff, and Teaching team are not able to modify or adjust program policies, structure, requirements, guidelines or any other part of the program for any reason. Guidelines are strictly set by the National Ayurvedic Medical Assoication and will not be modified for any student for any reason whatsoever regardless of circumstance.
300-Hour Advanced Yoga & Meditation Teacher Training
Hatha Yoga, Pranayama, Yin Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation.
Fully certified by the international Yoga Alliance
Learn Advanced Yoga & Meditation in 3 Parts:

Part 1: Advanced Hatha Yoga & Pranayama
Experience the transformative power of classical Asana, Pranayama, Mudra & Bandha.
Learn to teach breath-based Vinyasa & Yogic breath-work with confidence, creativity & integrity.

Part 2: Yin Yoga & Self Inquiry
Discover the energetic foundation of Yin Yoga. Build a restorative Asana practice that weaves in authentic mindfulness & loving-kindness, heart-felt compassion & profound states of self-awareness.

Part 3: Spiritual Heart Meditation
Dive deep into the wonder-full world of genuine meditation. Explore altered states of consciousness & understand brainwaves. Learn how to hold space for others & lead meditation groups.
The Interactive Curriculum
Join 24+ live group sessions with your lead teachers and other experts: We offer 6 Zoom calls per week to give you full flexibility. You have space to get answers to all your questions.
Benefit from various engaging assignments to deepen your understanding and application of advanced teaching techniques:
Personalized 1-on-1 feedback from a dedicated supervisor for each part. You’ll get professional feedback in five sessions:
- a 60-minute Hatha or Vinyasa class
- a 60-minute Yin Yoga session
- a 40-minute Pranayama class
- a 15-minute & a 30-minute meditation
Buddy system and uplifting accountability partners: Practice your teaching skills in four peer-to-peer classes: 60-minute Hatha Yoga, 60-minute Yin Yoga, 30-minute Pranayama, and 15-minute Meditation.
Immerse yourself in our heartfelt yogic community. Enjoy the interactive connections unfolding in a global community of awesome Yogis.
Learn from your favorite teachers by analyzing four asana classes & three meditations. We’ll show you how to implement their tools & tricks into your own sessions.
Receive a fully accredited 300-Hour Yoga Alliance certificate. This advanced accreditation allows you to sign up as a Registered Yoga Teacher at the prestigious 500-Hour level (RYT 500).
Plus these incredible 7 bonuses!
Bonus #1: Tao Te Ching – Scripture Study
Embrace the profound wisdom of the famous Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu.
This Daoist source scripture will guide you to a place of deep serenity: Explore the delicate balance between Yin & Yang. Embrace the art of surrender.
Bonus #2: Meditation Collection
Benefit from a set of 14 Guided Audio Meditations:
Our Spiritual Heart Meditations allows you to release stress & find peace within.
Integrate the practices of the Meditation Teacher Training into your daily life.
Bonus #3: Quotes from Masters
These Flash Cards carry profound pearls of wisdom:
Get inspired by the pictures of these genuine Masters. The quotes of these great Yogis & Sages transmit a timeless Truth that will open your Heart.
Bonus #4: Live Music for Yoga Classes
This is a collection of awesome music tracks. The amazing sounds are produced exclusively in our own Baliwood Studios.
The uplifting vibrations are here to take you & your students into altered states of consciousness.
Bonus #5: Yin Yoga Music
This is a collection of amazing heart-opening music. We exclusively produced these awesome sets with guest artists in our Baliwood Studios.
The high-vibe sounds will take you & your students to deeper states within.
Bonus #6: Yin Yoga Poster
An appealing poster with all the Asanas you will learn in our 80-Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training.
Due to the high-resolution image quality you can print this poster in bill-board size. This allows you to showcase the full sequence at home or in your Yoga studio.
Bonus #7: 2023 Yearly Planner
Set a vision for your life and intentions with this monthly planner.
Calendar pages provide room for notes and schedule-keeping. Filled with inspiring images, quotes, and reflection pages to give yourself the space to go deeper and reflect on why you strive for those things on your list and what motivates you to keep going.
“Yoga is the art of living, Ayurveda is the science of living. Together, they offer a complete path to perfect health and harmony.”
– Dr. David Frawley
UPON ENROLLMENT RECEIVE
Instant Access
Get access to your first lessons on the same day you enroll and start your journey right away. Our foundational courses are designed to introduce you to early Ayurvedic scripture & language to prepare you for the live classes at the start of the upcoming trimester.
Office Hours
Connect, collaborate, and receive personalized guidance in our virtual Zoom room. Our dedicated Community Concierge and vibrant student community provide unparalleled support, ensuring you thrive in your Ayurvedic journey.
Private Members Site
In this members-only area, you’ll be able to access all the live classes, session recordings, bonus trainings, guided meditations & bonus classes, and your recommended resources 24/7.
Members Community
Connecting with like-minded souls who understand and walk the path with you. Within the live classroom is where the magic happens. Here you’ll be able to share & reach out for support.
Personal Support
Our dedicated team of student advisers and program directors are available to our students. Simply schedule a 1:1 call on your student dashboard and get the continued support you need.
Conscious Career Support
Just learning Ayurveda is not enough to take your career to the next level. That's why we have ongoing career support & guidance available to you throughout the duration of your program and beyond. Because the world needs that special gift that only you have. We are here to help you make that dream a reality.