Ayurveda therapist

Ayurvedic art of treatment with all the finesse

Professional training at the highest level: Enrich your massage practice with marma & special techniques and perfect them during an internship
For therapy and pancakarma: use your skills in demanding cleansing treatments and for health complaints

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705 Learning hours from € 8.535

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First overview

AMT

Language:
DE

Required prior knowledge:
none (8 modules are credited as postgraduate studies for participants in the Ayurveda massage practitioner course)

Conclusion:

- Medically certified and certified Ayurveda therapist
- recognized by the VEAT association

Scope à 60 min:
Total learning time = 795 hours
-> 16 Modules (see below) + Learning assignments = learning hours* = 705 hrs
-> 2 Modules Exam (incl. preparation) = 22 hrs
-> 1 Modul internship = 68 hrs

Standard period of study 24-36 months

Learning forms/hours (per module):

45 learning hrs of which
22,5 hrs presence (3 days)

45 learning hrs of which 22,5 hrs
live-webinar (3 days)

e.g. 45 learning hrs (30 e-lessons in free time management with 5 hrs live webinar)

Blended learning:
Maximum 5 of 16 modules as e-learning
Maximum 6 of 16 modules as live webinar

Training fee from € 8.535
Parts of the training already completed will be credited: see prices

plus examination fee € 445

plus accommodation and meals if applicable

* Learning hours = total number of didactically accompanied and supervised learning hours learning hours incl. lessons, prepared exercises, guided learning or guided practical exercises, learning checks practice, learning checks either online or face-to-face or in self-study.

I would like to find out more about the training

Learn from the professionals! Our experienced Ayurveda lecturers and Marma therapists will teach you everything you need for your successful Ayurveda practice. Sirodhara, Pinda sveda and Siddha-Marma are just a few of the Ayurvedic treatment methods that you should master for Ayurvedic therapy at the highest level. Practical skills in Ayurvedic diagnosis and special treatments for the musculoskeletal system are also important in order to cover the diverse spectrum of holistic Ayurveda therapy.

Another highlight is the integrative work of the South Indian Kalari and Marma therapies, which will give your work a special quality of precise treatment procedures with oils, herbal pouches or compresses selected according to type .

Who is the training intended for?

Especially recommended for:

Massage practitioners who wish to deepen their knowledge of the manual techniques of Ayurveda
anyone who would like to acquire advisory skills in nutritional and herbal therapy as well as type-appropriate counseling
people who work with Ayurvedic massage and therapy in a professional environment

How is the training structured?

The comprehensive training to become an Ayurveda therapist comprises 3 training levels with a total of 45 days:

Ayurveda wellness practitioner (12 days of practical lessons in Ayurvedic massage)
Ayurveda massage practitioner (+ 12 days of in-depth Ayurveda knowledge and health coaching - also online)
Ayurveda therapist (+ 15 days of training + 6 days of work shadowing)

Study flexibly - successfully graduate as a certified Ayurveda therapist

With the advanced modules to become an Ayurveda therapist, you determine the order and pace of your intensive practice seminars yourself. You can even choose to learn the curative Ayurveda special treatments in the online training of our eAcademy!

During the 6-day internship within a medically supervised Ayurveda cure, you will experience everyday clinical life in a professional Ayurveda cure center and gain confidence in your own therapeutic work by working with experienced Ayurveda therapists and doctors. Since 15.03.2022, the internship is only possible with proof of Covid-19 vaccination or recovery.

In the last training module "In-depth treatment practice & supervision of Ayurveda therapy", the oral and practical examination to become an Ayurveda therapist takes place. You then prepare for your certified final examination with a digital learning question database.

Your path to graduation

	Title	Days	Attendance time	Total learning hours
1	Specialized course Ayurveda wellness practitioner	12	90	135
1	Training Ayurveda massage practitioner	12	90	135
2	Advanced training Ayurveda therapist	15	113	170
3	Internship (since 15.03.2022 only with Covid-19 vaccination or recovery certificate)	6	45
	REAA final examination (is part of the last training module)	(1)	(6)
	Medically certified andcertified Ayurveda therapist recognized by the VEAT (Association of European Ayurveda Physicians and Therapists)	45	338	440

The contents in detail

Abhyanga Full-Body Massage
• Abhyanga – Full-Body Oil Massage: Practical training in massage techniques, stroking movements, sequences, and variations
• Indications and contraindications, effects in theory and practice
• Individual adaptation and type-specific forms of Abhyanga
• Pre- and post-treatment care for the client
• Emotional and therapeutic quality of touch; the therapist’s inner and outer posture
• Indications and application of Ayurvedic sweat therapies (Svedana)

Basic Ayurveda Knowledge: Concepts and Causes of Disease
• Introduction to the History and Philosophy of Ayurveda
• Key Characteristics and Literature of Ayurveda
• Traditional Ayurvedic Medicine versus Modern Science
• Five Elements (panca-mahabhuta)
• The Nature of the Human Being: Distinguishing Between Body, Mind, and Soul
• Introduction to Ayurvedic Anatomy and Physiology
• Functional Components: Doshas (classification, properties, functions, locations) and agnis (classification, function, states)
• Structural components: dhatus, upadhatus, malas, and srotas
• Process of tissue formation (dhatu-parinama)
• Definition of health (svastha)
• Causes (hetu) of health as well as of physical and mental illnesses
• Process of etiopathogenesis (samprapti)
• Stages of etiopathogenesis (six kriyakala)

Basic Ayurveda Knowledge: Constitution and Medicine

The Concept of Constitution (Prakriti) in Theory and Practice
Symptomatology: Symptoms of the dhatus, malas, and srotas
Introductory Diagnostics: Models of Patient Examination (rogi-pariksha): Three-fold, Six-fold, and Eight-fold Examination
Health Maintenance (svasthavrtta) in Ayurveda: Daily Routines (dinacarya) and Seasonal Recommendations (rtucarya)
Introduction to Ayurvedic Nutrition, General Nutritional Guidelines, Ayurvedic Food Science
Treatment of Disease in Ayurveda: Fundamental Therapeutic Approaches
Introduction to the concept of internal cleansing (pancakarma)

Kalari Full-Body Massage
• Effects, indications, and contraindications of the Kalari Ayurvedic
Full-Body Massage
Basic techniques and application of the Kalari Ayurvedic Full-Body Massage with its various hand movements, dynamic strokes, and sequences
• Practical training in Kalari massage
• Definition of Marma and Nadi

Partial-body massages of the feet, hands, and face with hand-Shirodhara
• Effects, applications, and treatment techniques of Ayurvedic partial-body massages
- Padabhyanga – Ayurvedic foot and leg massage
- Mukabhyanga – Ayurvedic facial massage
- Hastabhyanga – Ayurvedic hand massage
• Demonstration and practice of hand Shirodhara (oil drip), as an integral part of the facial treatment
• Indications, contraindications, and intensive practical training in massage techniques

Spices, Herbs, and Oils in Ayurveda

Fundamentals of Ayurvedic spice and herb theory (Dravyaguna)
Classification of spices; balancing the psyche (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas) to harmonize the doshas, constitution, and digestion (Agni)
Constitution-specific and practical use of spices in daily life to improve food digestion (Karana)
Detailed discussion of 21 selected Ayurvedic spices according to their properties and qualities
Detailed discussion of 12 selected Ayurvedic herbs according to their properties and qualities
Detailed discussion of 13 selected Ayurvedic oils according to their properties and qualities

Ayurvedic Back and Dry Massages

Effects, applications, and treatment techniques of the Ayurvedic massage techniques Pristhabhyanga (back massage) and Garshan (silk glove massage)
Explanations, demonstration, and hands-on practice of the Pristhabhyanga back massage, including the sequence, hand movements, and stroking techniques
Introduction to the treatment of local back marma points
Releasing pent-up emotions through the back
Udvarthana—a stimulating and detoxifying dry massage using powder, flour, and herbs, covering both theory and practice
Explanations, demonstrations, and hands-on practice of the Garshan silk glove massage in variations tailored to each body type.
Ayurveda and Detox: Indications, contraindications, and application of treatment techniques that stimulate metabolism, promote weight loss, and release emotional blockages

Medical history, counseling, and practice strategies with case studies
• Psychological dimensions of Ayurvedic nutrition and health counseling
• Medical history, assessment, and counseling skills: Ayurvedic constitution determination and assessment in practice
• Agni Analysis Based on the Tongue and Excretions
• Developing Counseling Skills Through Practical Work with Clients, Case Studies
• Selecting and Applying Constitution-Specific Counseling Strategies, Health Recommendations, Spices, and Nutritional Tips
• Ayurveda as a Career: Fundamentals of practice management, marketing, networking, and social media
• Developing successful Ayurvedic services

Constitution-Based Ayurvedic Nutrition

General Rules of Ayurvedic Nutrition
Tailoring Diet to Individual Constitution and Metabolism
8 Factors of Nutrition, 6 Tastes, 4 Forms, 12 Food Groups
Identifying Agni states appropriate for each type, including tongue examination
Designing Ayurvedic menus and meal plans based on the chronobiological biological clock
Type-specific recommendations for dosha balancing and strengthening Agni

Curative Ayurvedic treatments and back therapy
• Individual application of therapeutic full-body and partial-body massage
• Pristabhyangalepa—advanced techniques of Ayurvedic back massage with a poultice
• Kati Basti and Griva Basti—techniques and practical application of localized back therapy and compresses, including pre- and post-treatment care
• Nabhi-Marma – Massage techniques and hands-on practice of Ayurvedic abdominal massage

Pinda and Shiro – Stamp massages, oil pourings, and head treatments
• Pinda Sveda – Theory, practice, and guided practice of massage techniques using the traditional herbal pouch and detoxifying lemon-coconut pouches (Sastik Sali, Jambira)
• Shastika Pinda Sveda – Indications, contraindications, and demonstration of nourishing rice pouches
• Shirodhara: Theory, practice, and guided practice of the Ayurvedic oil forehead pour
• Nasya, Akshi Nehatarpana, Karna-Purana — Indications, contraindications, and guided practice of oiling the sense organs and the head
• Shirobasti—Indications, contraindications, and demonstration of the therapeutic head treatment

Marma Massage for the Musculoskeletal System I
• Localization and characterization of marmas
• Applications of specific marma manual therapies, spices, powders
and oils for treating the musculoskeletal system
• Targeted techniques for working with the Marma-Nadi system (Marma
uzzhichil), compresses (Lepa), and stretching techniques
• Variations in Marma manual therapy treatments for specific
musculoskeletal complaints (cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine)
• Practical techniques for assessment in Marma manual therapy,

Marma Therapy for the Musculoskeletal System II
• In-depth anatomy of the most important nadis and marmas, specifically for the
upper and lower extremities
• Advanced techniques for opening the marmas and stimulating the nadis
(adangals)
• Massage sequences and treatment techniques in various
starting positions
• In-depth techniques and recipes for compresses, spices, and powders
for treating musculoskeletal disorders of the upper and
lower extremities
• Manual therapy treatment strategies for tension, pain
and stiffness in joints, muscles, and tissues
• Techniques for treating marma blockages
• Case studies and supervision

Expert knowledge for Ayurvedic therapists
• Fundamentals of Ayurvedic massage and manual therapy
• Theory and treatment concepts regarding nadis, marmas, and marma blockages
• Classical Ayurvedic teachings on the musculoskeletal system
• Complementary Ayurvedic therapy strategies for muscular complaints, chronic joint disorders, tendon and ligament injuries, fractures, and fissures
• Medicated oils, ghee, and ointments for Ayurvedic therapy
• Expert knowledge on performing Ayurvedic massages and manual therapies: Abhyanga, Svedana, Garshan, and Udvarthana
• Expert knowledge on performing Ayurvedic back therapy: Pristabhanga and Lepa, Kati-Basti and Griva-Basti
• Expert knowledge on performing Ayurvedic herbal poultice massages: Pinda, Shastikas, Jambira
• Expert knowledge on performing Sirodhara and therapeutic head treatments: Nasya, Aksi-tarpana, Karana purana, Matra, and Niruha Basti

Practical techniques for medical history taking, diagnosis, and treatment planning

You will be able to:

conduct a medical history interview independently and with care, covering all aspects
determine the basic Ayurvedic constitution (prakriti) and the mental-emotional constitution (sattva)
to confidently perform Ayurvedic examinations (rogi pariksha)—that is, the three-, eight-, and ten-fold diagnoses—including pulse and tongue diagnosis
to recognize Ayurvedic pathophysiological disorders (vikriti)
apply Ayurvedic principles and proceed systematically

Tactile Anatomy in the Context of Yoga and Ayurveda
You will learn

how to locate the most important bones and their joint connections in motion
how to hear and feel joint movements such as those of the shoulder, hip, knee, and wrist, as well as the most important associated limitations and examination techniques
How to identify disturbances in the range of motion of joints
Health and movement of the spine and back in all directions of movement
Examinations and tests of the back and spine that are relevant for teaching yoga, yoga therapy, and massage
Overview of the most common injuries and complaints
Function and location of stabilizing and moving muscle groups; examination of the fascial system and the myofascial system during movement
Typical limitations caused by improper loading of muscles and fascia
Circulation: Recognizing heart and vascular health, simple tests and examinations
Guidance for practitioners: Recognizing emergencies and responding appropriately
Breathing: the lungs, the nasopharyngeal cavity, the diaphragm, and the accessory respiratory muscles
Palpation of internal organs such as the liver, spleen, kidneys, intestines, and bladder, as well as an overview of their movements and functions

Final Exam in Massage • Practical
Practical Final Exam: Demonstration of a 45-minute Ayurvedic massage, including pre- and post-treatment

AMA Final Exam • Written

Who teaches me?

Prof. Dr. Shivenarain Gupta

Oliver Becker

Kerstin Rosenberg

Theresa Sita Rosenberg

Stefan Pachinger

Mag. Marion Malle

Ariane Hotzel

Simone Peer

Dr. Marlene Vogel

Karin Bachmaier

Win Silvester

How much does the Ayurveda training cost?

Training fee from € 8,535

plus examination fee € 445
less discount for payment in one sum in advance € 100

plus accommodation and meals - only for attendance dates in Birstein

Guest houses are available on the campus of the European Academy of Ayurveda. You can choose from rooms of different categories for your overnight stay during the training. Ayurvedic full board from our organic kitchen is included in the room price.

Method of payment

Deposit € 500

Final payment

a) In one lump sum with a EUR 100 discount up to one month before the start of the training at the latest (immediately for eAcademy modules so that we can activate your eSeminars immediately.)
b) As an option for participants from Germany and Austria, we also offer payment in installments. You can find your individual installment plan (depending on the duration of your training) in the booking process. Payment (direct debit) of the monthly installments is made on the 1st of each month, starting from the month of the start of the training booked here, for eAcademy modules immediately. If the training begins with eAcademy modules, the activation is provisionally carried out immediately after receipt of the down payment, regularly after receipt of the first monthly installment.

Provider

Rosenberg gGmbH - European Academy for Ayurveda | DE - 63633 Birstein

Learning checks and exams

During this specialist course, you will use the digital learning platform to prove that you have internalized the knowledge from this course and demonstrate your massage skills in a practical exam.

Learning checks: Each module ends with a learning check to reassure you and us that you have achieved the learning objectives. It contains 20 multiple choice questions and must be passed with at least 70%. You can complete the learning check a maximum of three times.
2 qualification tests: After completing 4 modules each, you will be activated on the learning platform for a qualification test as an "Ayurveda Health Coach" or "Ayurveda Wellness Practitioner". You will be asked 8 multiple choice questions. You have two attempts to answer them correctly.
Final practical exam after the "Ayurveda wellness practitioner" module: Demonstration of a 45-minute Ayurvedic massage including pre- and post-treatment

If you pass everything successfully, you will already have your first certificates in your pocket.

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The final examination to become an Ayurveda massage practitioner consists of 3 further parts:

Practical case: anamnesis and constitution determination, therapy planning as well as massage and treatment protocols of 3 treatments with supplementary health recommendations
Written final examination (digital) on a predetermined examination day with 50 multiple choice questions, duration: 1.5 hours. The exam is passed with 70% correct answers. Thanks to our online learning database, you can prepare yourself optimally.
Final oral exam on a previously scheduled exam day

The written and oral final exams take place on the same day on one of the official exam dates. You register in advance. You submit your practical cases at least 4 weeks before this date.

The final examination is deemed to have been passed if all parts of the examination have at least been passed. The exam or individual parts of it can be repeated a maximum of 2 times.

Have you passed everything? Then you are already an "Ayurveda massage practitioner" and have achieved an important goal.

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The examination to become an Ayurveda therapist consists of 4 further parts.

Practical examination: This takes place at the end of the internship in supervised individual work.
Final paper: Case documentation with anamnesis and therapy strategy as well as recorded massages/consultations of 5 treatments. The written assignment must be submitted 3 to 5 months after the last training module.

The final examinations are deemed to have been passed if all parts of the examination have at least been passed. The examination or individual parts of it can be repeated a maximum of 2 times.

Have you passed everything? Then you can look forward to receiving your final certificate as an "Ayurveda therapist", which we will send you by post.

Work shadowing

6 days at the Ayurveda health and spacenter Birstein
In order for you to consolidate your newly acquired therapeutic skills in practice, an internship at the Rosenberg Ayurveda health and spa center is part of your training. During this week, you will work intensively on providing our spa guests with Ayurvedic treatments. Our experienced Ayurveda therapists will look after you while you accompany the ongoing spa operations, and an Ayurveda doctor or alternative practitioner will also look after you during the medical cures.

Please arrange the date for your work shadowing with us individually.

Costs
The internship is free of charge. You only pay for the accommodation on site in the category of your choice.

Your work in Ayurveda therapy gives you about 4 hours of free time per day. If you need more time for yourself, for example to relax or study, the internship is subject to a fee.

Compulsory Covid-19 vaccination
Since 15.03.2022, the facility-related vaccination obligation against Covid-19 has been in force in accordance with § 20a IfSG. This also applies to the Rosenberg Ayurveda Kurzentrum, where you will complete your internship as a participant in the Ayurveda therapy training. Against this background, we can only offer you an internship place if you provide us with one of the following proofs of immunization:

1. proof of vaccination
2. proof of recovery
3. medical certificate stating that you cannot be vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 due to a medical contraindication.

Only valid for eLearning modules: Dates eWorkshops & instructional videos

As part of an eLearning module, you will have the opportunity to put the knowledge you have learned into practice. We have developed the eWorkshop concept for this purpose. Together with your fellow students and your lecturer, you will discuss a specific topic in this live event, do practical exercises or group work on it, and thus gain a deeper insight into the practical application of your Ayurveda knowledge.

In addition to the Interdisciplinary Question Forum (Q & A session), this is your opportunity to exchange ideas with your lecturer and fellow students.

Please note: You only need to attend one session. You will find an indication of when it makes sense to register for the eWorkshop in your eLearning. The eWorkshop is a compulsory part of the module and is required for your course completion. The dates for the coming year are published in the fall of the previous year.

Ayurveda nutrition according to type

AEI - eWorkshop - Designing type-appropriate meal plans

15.09.2026 - 19:00 to 20:30 clock

Ayurveda basics: Concepts and disease factors

ABK - eWorkshop - Traditional medicine versus modern science

23.09.2026 - 19:00 to 20:30 clock

Ayurveda basic course: constitution and medicine

ABH - eWorkshop - Constitution determination

22.09.2026 - 19:00 to 20:30 clock

Spices, herbs and oils in Ayurveda

APH - eWorkshop - Spices in everyday life and in counseling

24.09.2026 - 19:00 to 20:30 clock

Some of the eLearning modules may contain video content in English with German subtitles.

In a study consultation, we can briefly clarify when it is best for you to start, which form of learning is best for you and whether we can perhaps take into account your existing prior knowledge. Together we will find the right training program for you . Book your individual training consultation by phone +49 (0)6054-91 310 or simply online.

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Ayurveda therapist

Professional training at the highest level: Enrich your massage practice with marma & special techniques and perfect them during an internship

For therapy and pancakarma: use your skills in demanding cleansing treatments and for health complaints