Preceptors at Yoga Veda, Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine
Dr Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD(Ayu), PGDPSM
Mangaluru, India
Dates are flexible, Dr. Hebbar can cater to individual students or in a group
The in-person internship with Dr. Hebbar covers a wide range of practical skills, including live patient interactions, hands-on Panchakarma training and observation, as well as the preparation of Panchakarma medicines (Aushadha Yoga). Participants also have the opportunity to observe daily rounds of admitted clients, tracking their day-to-day health improvements. The program emphasizes the assessment of Prakṛti (individual constitution) and Vikṛti (pathological conditions) on actual patients, while also teaching the art of case sheet writing.
Dr. Resmi V. Rajagopal, BAMS, MS (Ayurveda Gynec) PGDYN
Ubud, Bali
January 25 - February 2, 2025
Prices starting at $1,890
This immersive 7-day Bali Preceptor Experience is designed for Yoga Veda Institute students who are ready to take their Ayurvedic practice to the next level. Under the guidance of Dr. Resmi V. Rajagopal and Brittany Woodard, you’ll dive into 60 hours of in-person training, including 25 clinical hours, all focused on honing your skills in client assessment, Ayurvedic therapies, and business development.
Pratibha Shah, BAMS, MD (Ayurveda), MPH
March 15 - 16, 2024
Prices starting at $600
Dr. Shah offers in person experience covering diagnostic methods and nadi pariksha. She also offers retreats that will help gain confidence in client history taking and clinical assessment skills.
Christine Eck, AP
Montague, MA
June 19 - 24, 2025
Prices starting at $2,100
This preceptorship experience is centered on Ayurvedic caregiving principles for the 42 Day Postpartum Window and beyond.
This is a retreat experience with other students looking to specialize or train specifically in postnatal support from the Ayurvedic perspective.
Corinna Maharani, AP
Santa Barbara, CA
Ongoing
$200 per day
As a student of Ayurveda, this preceptorship will empower you to guide individuals on their journey toward healthier living, including routines, diet, and more. You will gain invaluable experience working within a bustling Ayurvedic practice, where the focus extends beyond client health to encompass the supervision of their transformative PanchaKarma processes.
Throughout this experience, you will have the opportunity to observe Corinna, the clinic’s director, as she consults with clients, offering tailored dietary, treatment, and lifestyle recommendations. You will also witness firsthand how PanchaKarma and Ayurvedic spa-like therapies are integrated into clinical practice, preparing you to incorporate these powerful techniques into your own future practice.
Jessica Oker, AP
Clearwater, Florida
January 17 - 22, 2025
March 7 - 12, 2025
May 22 - 27, 2025
Students will have an ability to observe consultations as well as work first hand with clients. Participation in the clinic also includes observing ayurvedic body treatments, administering Shirodhara and participating in onsite workshops designed to educate the community about Ayurveda.
Participants will not only learn Ayurveda during their engagement, but will also develop a better understanding of Best Practices needed to successfully build out an Ayurvedic practice. Jessica has experience as a professor and is accustomed to empowering students so that they can learn and digest material in a format that matches their learning style. Practical, hands-on study materials will be shared with students to help them understand the material they need to master in order to graduate.
Our Training Process
Level 1: OBSERVE / 60 Hours
Begin your journey by observing experienced practitioners. Learn to assess prakṛti (individual constitution) and vikṛti (pathological condition) using traditional diagnostic techniques.
Level 2: AssisT / 60 Hours
Advance to assisting in patient care under supervision. Gain hands-on experience in applying Ayurvedic principles, from determining doṣas and dhātus to administering personalized treatments.
Level 3: Primary Provider / 60 HOURS
Take on the role of a primary provider, delivering comprehensive care plans. Develop expertise in holistic treatment modalities and specialized areas of care, preparing you for independent practice.
Hands-on Learning Experience
At Yoga Veda Institute, we believe that the true essence of Ayurveda can only be fully understood through direct interaction and hands-on practice. Our in-person training sessions are designed to immerse students in the practical application of Ayurvedic principles. From comprehensive diagnostic techniques to holistic treatment modalities, our curriculum covers every aspect of Ayurvedic practice in detail.
Our students engage in extensive hands-on training, learning to assess individual constitutions and pathological conditions using traditional methods. They gain expertise in determining the state of doṣas, dhātus, and srotāṃsi through observation, palpation, and questioning. This immersive approach ensures that our students not only acquire theoretical knowledge but also develop the practical skills necessary for effective practice.