Step into the world of Ayurveda

Quality Ayurvedic Education | Your Terms

Expand your knowledge of Ayurveda through an accessible continuing education program.  Weekly live classes, Career Specializations, and (non-certificate) track programs.  The Ayur-Life Academy offers the very best of Yoga Veda Institute’s world class curriculum and faculty at a pace that works for you.

Finally, quality Ayurvedic education on your terms.  By the only school in the nation dedicated to making quality education accessible to our global community.

How Ayur-Life Academy Works

#1 LEARN

Level up your Ayurvedic knowledge with the world’s best instructors & Ayurvedic curriculum.

#2 CONNECT

Get results that last a lifetime. Your transformation begins here.

#3 TRANSFORM

Get results that last a lifetime. Your transformation begins here.

Become a Member Today

The Ayur-Life Academy offers the very best of Yoga Veda Institute’s world class curriculum and faculty at a price and a pace that works for you.  Study on your own terms.  Build your own Ayurvedic program as you move at your own pace.  Take a single class, choose to specialize in a dedicated area, or go all the way with a path to professional certification.

All for one low monthly fee of $49.99 or $499 annually (save $100).  

INSIDE THE AYUR-LIFE ACADEMY MEMBERSHIP

Ayurvedic Certificate Programs

Āyurvedic Studies

Certificate in Ayurvedic Studies


If you’re just kicking off your Ayurvedic journey, this affordable comprehensive training courses are for you! Gain the skills and knowledge you need to add Ayurveda to your toolbox. The curriculum of our Ayurvedic Studies Track is identical to that of our full diploma program but offered at a more relaxed continuing education pace. Also perfect for those not seeking the NAMA credential. A quality program at a fraction of the price.

Āyurvedic Wellness Educator

Āyurvedic Wellness Educator

600+ Hour Certificate Program

An Ayurvedic Wellness Educator is a professional with training of preventive healthcare, nutrition, lifestyle through traditional Āyurvedic medical science principles & practices. The curriculum is identical to that of our full Ayurvedic Health Counselor diploma program but offered at a more relaxed continuing education pace. Also perfect for those not seeking the NAMA credential. A quality program at a fraction of the price.

Clinical Āyurvedic Therapist

Clinical Āyurvedic Therapist

1500+ Hour Certificate Program

The Clinical Ayurvedic Therapist is a professional with training of preventive healthcare, nutrition, lifestyle, beyond that of an Ayurvedic Wellness Educator. A Clinical Ayurvedic Therapist may treat pathology & disease management through traditional Āyurvedic medical science principles & practices. The curriculum is identical to that of our full diploma program but offered at a more relaxed continuing education pace. Also perfect for those not seeking the NAMA credential. A quality program at a fraction of the price.

Āyurvedic Yoga Teacher Training

Āyurvedic Yoga Teacher Training

200 Hour Certificate Program

Become an Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher or gain valuable continuing education hours in this  Yoga Alliance registered 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course.

Specialization Career Paths

Take Your Career to the Next Level


Āyurvedic Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach

Certified Āyurvedic Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach


An Ayurvedic Lifestyle and Nutrition coach has all the tools necessary to offer clients comprehensive dietary & liifestyle recommendations through a coaching methodology.

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Āyurvedic Detox & Pancha Karma Therapist

Certified Āyurvedic Detox & Panchakarma Therapist


Our Certified Ayurvedic Detox & Panchakarma Therapist career program provides all of the training and philosophy and clinical work that you will need to become a qualified PK therapist.

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Āyurvedic Prenatal & Postpartum Caregiver

Certified Āyurvedic Prenatal & Postpartum Caregiver


The postpartum period in Ayurvedic medicine is a sacred time for mom and baby. Learn all the timeless teachings of how to care for mom and baby in their Sacred Window.

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Āyurvedic Herbalist

Certified Āyurvedic Herbalist


Oh the Ayurvedic herbs you will know how to use! This specialization is for all students who want to dive into Kitchen Apothecary from an Ayurvedic perspective.

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Āyurvedic Yoga Specialist

Certified Āyurvedic Yoga Specialist


Ayurvedic Yoga Specialists are trained in yoga philosophy and Yoga Nidra and Ayurvedic principles for a whole person approach to wellbeing. Ayurvedic Yoga Specialists are qualified to specialize in 1:1 work with clients.

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Āyurvedic Breathe work & Meditation Specialist

Certified Āyurvedic Breathework & Meditation Specialist


Mental illness is rising nationwide. Become versed in mental well being from an Ayurvedic Perspective and gain all the tools necessary to teach meditation and breath-work in a 1:1 setting with clients.

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Āyurvedic Psychology Certification

Āyurvedic Psychology Certification


Mental illness is rising nationwide. Become versed in mental wellbeing from an Ayurvedic Perspective and gain all the tools necessary to offer spiritual counseling and Ayurvedic practice in a 1:1 setting with clients.

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Attend our Upcoming Live Classes

Have you seen our amazing lineup of open enrollment classes?  YVI is offering some incredible courses - taught by truly outstanding instructors.  All courses are taught live online and recorded for later viewing and all are included in your Ayur-Life Academy Membership.


Foundations of Āyurvedic Herbalism

Foundations of Āyurvedic Herbalism


In this fascinating course taught by world-renowned teacher KP Khalsa, you will be introduced to NAMA AHC herbs, materia medica of Ayurvedic herbs, digestion, tonics, massage, formulating, and introductions to panchakarma.

Subtle Body Anatomy

Subtle Body Anatomy


Explore the essential and basic concepts of Ayurvedic Anatomy: dosha (energetic principles), dhatu (tissues), mala (waste products), srotas (channel), agni (digestive fire), prana (vital force), tejas (radiance), ojas (essence of life) and Samkhya Philosophy. Taught by our highly-esteemed and incredibly popular Marek Sawicki.

Clinical Theater

Clinical Theater


Observe clinical skills, patient etiquette, and Ayurvedic recommendations with real clients through clinical theater. Students have time after the consultation to ask questions in a safe enviornment.

Story of Disease

Story of Disease


KP Khalsa teaches this advanced course (one in a series of three) where you’ll receive essential knowledge about the structure of disease, the ability to analyze pathogenesis, its causative factors, and developing appropriate solutions accordingly.

Classical Sanskrit

Classical Sanskrit


Students learn to pronounce Sanskrit properly; read and write Sanskrit characters; chant mantras, sutras, and shlokas; and investigate some initial points of grammar. Classes will include lectures, exercises, discussions, chanting, and group work. Included in the course is some light homework between sessions to help form structures in your long term memory.

Spiritual Health & healing

Spiritual Health & Healing


This course focuses on the Vedic philosophies and practices and how these practices must be applied in our daily lives, as well as the lives in our professional relationships. Through an in-depth study of the classical teachings, practices and applications, we will undergo a journey into the ancient teachings from a practical standpoint.

Modern Applications of Classical Teachings

Modern Applications of Classical Teachings


In this course, students are taught classical foundational philosophies grounded in Samkhya through personal application. They may immediately apply the principles to their own lives. Over the course of the program, students gain a variety of skills in application of various assessment techniques of mind-body constitution and state of imbalances.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does it work?

Attend Yoga Veda Institute’s live courses as a non-enrolled student to learn and gain knowledge in Ayurveda.

Ayur-Life Academy is a convenient way to learn about the ancient healing science of Ayurveda without the pressure of earning a grade. It is particularly beneficial for people who are interested in continuing education or exploring different Ayurvedic topics.

Upon enrollment, you will receive a username and password so that you can log into the Student Portal.  From there, check out the course calendar to see which courses are available to you this term and participate in the courses that interest you most!

If you would like to earn a career specialization or a certificate in one of our non-diploma programs, complete the courses required in that program.  If you pass all of the courses, we will send you a digital certificate of completion recognized by Yoga Veda Institute six weeks after the final term ends.

Specifically - what’s included?

All of the live courses offered each term, excluding the Online Clinical Internship and Clinical Theater.  Review our Course Calendar or download the course catalog for the list of courses.

It says that you can go all the way to certification, how does that work?

Once you’ve decided on the certification that you want to complete, participate in the required classes. Once you’ve passed all of the requirements, we will send you a digital certificate of completion recognized by Yoga Veda Institute six weeks after the final term ends.

What is the difference between our diploma progams and the Ayur-Life Academy program?

Students enrolled in one of Yoga Veda Institute’s diploma programs:

  • Must finish the program within a designated time frame.
  • Complete 6 college-level credits or equivalent of Anatomy & Physiology.
  • Complete the Client Encounter requirements outlined by the National Ayurvedic Medical Accreditation Council (NAMAC).
  • Live webinar is an essential component of a specific part of the program and your presence is necessary.
  • Participate in an on-site training program or work with a preceptor.
  • Even upon fulfilling all requirements, students are obligated to maintain monthly tuition payments until the program’s balance is paid in full.

Students enrolled in the Ayur-Life Academy:

  • Enrollment in the program is open-ended, allowing students to stay enrolled for any length of time.
  • Live attendance is not required and therefore students have the option to view 100% of the lessons live or recorded.
  • Students are not required to complete any Client Encounters
  • There are no onsite/in-person requirements.
  • There are no co/prerequisites and therefore students do not need to complete 6 college-level credits or equivalent of Anatomy & Physiology.

Become a Member Today

The Ayur-Life Academy offers the very best of Yoga Veda Institute’s world class curriculum and faculty at a price and a pace that works for you.  Study on your own terms.  Build your own Ayurvedic program as you move at your own pace.  Take a single class, choose to specialize in a dedicated area, or go all the way with a path to professional certification.

All for one low monthly fee of $49.99 or $499 annually (save $100).