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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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:
607 learning hours* à 60 min.
-> 15 Modules (see below) + Learning assignments = 509 hrs
-> 1 Module Exam (incl. preparation) 11 hrs
-> 1 modules internship 68 hrs

Standard period of study 24-36 months

Learning forms/hours (per module):

34 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 15 modules as e-learning
Maximum 5 of 15 modules as live webinar

Training fee from € 8.015
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 stages 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 - graduate successfully 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 practice of massage grips, strokes, sequences and variations
- Indications and contraindications, effects in theory and practice
- Individual adaptation and type-appropriate forms of Abhyanga
- Pre- and post-treatment of the client
- Emotional and therapeutic quality of touch, inner and outer attitude of the therapist
- Indication and use of Ayurvedic sweating therapies (Svedana)

Ayurveda basics: Concepts and disease factors
- Introduction to the history and philosophy of Ayurveda
- Essential features and literature of Ayurveda
- Traditional Ayurvedic medicine versus modern science
- Five elements (panca-mahabhuta)
- Nature of the human being: Differentiation of body, mind and soul
- Introduction to the anatomy and physiology of Ayurveda
- Functional components: doshas (classification, properties, functions, seats) 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 and physical and mental diseases
- Process of etiopathogenesis (samprapti)
- Stages of etiopathogenesis (six kriyakala)

Ayurveda basics: Constitution and medicine
- Concept of constitution (prakrti) in theory and practice
- Symptomatology: symptoms of 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 routine measures (dinacarya) and seasonal recommendations (rtucarya)
- Introduction to Ayurvedic nutrition, general dietary rules, Ayurvedic food science
- Disease treatment in Ayurveda: Basic therapeutic approaches
- Introduction to the concept of internal cleansing (pancakarma)

Kalari full body massage
- Effects, indications and contraindications of the Kalari Ayurveda
Full body massage
Basic techniques and application of the Kalari Ayurveda full body massage with its various grips, dynamic strokes and sequences
- Practical practice of the Kalari massage
- Definition of Marma and Nadi

Partial body massages of foot, hand and face with Hand-Shirodhara
- Effect, Possible 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 forehead pouring), as an integral part of the facial treatment
- Indications, contraindications and intensive practical practice of massage techniques

Spices, herbs and oils in Ayurveda
- Basics of Ayurvedic spice and herbology (Dravyaguna)
- Classification of spices Balancing the psyche (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas) to balance doshas, constitution and digestion (Agni)
- Type-appropriate and practical use of spices in everyday life to improve food tolerance (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
- Effect, Application possibilities and treatment techniques of the Ayurvedic massage techniques Pristhabhyanga (back massage) and Garshan (silk glove massage)
- Explanations, demonstration and practical practice of the Pristhabhyanga back massage with procedure,
- Introduction to the treatment of local back marma points
- Release pent-up emotions via the back
- Udvarthana - stimulating and draining dry massage with powder, flour and herbs in theory and practice
- Explanations, demonstration and practical practice of the Garshan silk glove massage in type-appropriate variations.
- Ayurveda and detox: indications, contraindications and application of metabolism-stimulating, weight-reducing and emotionally releasing treatment techniques

Medical history, counseling and practical strategies with case studies
- Psychological dimensions of Ayurveda nutrition and health counseling
- Medical history, assessment of findings and counseling skills: Ayurvedic constitution determination and assessment of findings in practice
- Agni analysis based on tongue and excretions
- Gaining counseling skills through practical work with test persons, case studies
- Selecting and applying type-appropriate counseling strategies, health recommendations, spices and nutrition tips
- Ayurveda as a profession: Basics for practice management, marketing, networking and dealing with social media
- Developing successful Ayurveda offers

Curative Ayurveda treatments and back therapy
- Individual application of therapeutic full body and partial body massage
- Pristabhyangalepa - In-depth techniques of Ayurveda back massage with pack
- Kati Basti and Griva Basti - Technique and exercise practice of local back therapy and overlays, incl. Pre- and post-treatment
- Nabhi-Marma - Massage techniques and practical work of Ayurveda abdominal massage

Pinda and Shiro - Stamp massages, oil pouring and head treatments
- Pinda sveda - Theory, Practice and guided practice of massage techniques with the traditional herbal bag and draining lemon-coconut bag (Sastik Sali, Jambira)
- Shastika Pinda sveda - Indication, contraindication and demonstration of nourishing rice bags
- Shirodhara: Theory, practice and guided practice of Ayurvedic oil forehead casting
- Nasya, Akshi Nehatarpana, Karna-Purana - Indication, contraindication and guided practice of oiling the sense organs and head
- Shirobasti - Indication, Contraindication and demonstration of therapeutic head treatment

Marma massage for the musculoskeletal system I
- Localization and qualification of the Marmas
- Possible applications of specific Marma manual therapies, spices, powders
and oils to treat the musculoskeletal system
- Targeted techniques for working the marma-nadi system (Marma
uzzhichil), Lepa and stretching techniques
- Treatment variations of marma manual therapy for specific
complaints of the musculoskeletal system (cervical spine / thoracic spine / lumbar spine)
- Practical techniques for assessing findings in marma manual therapy,

Marma therapy for the musculoskeletal system II
- In-depth anatomy of the most important nadis and marmas, especially for the
area of the upper and lower extremities
- Advanced grips to open the marmas and stimulate the nadis
(adangals)
- Massage sequences and treatment techniques in various
starting positions
- In-depth techniques and formulations of compresses, spices and powders, spices and powders
for the treatment of musculoskeletal complaints of the upper and
lower extremities
- Manual therapy treatment strategies for tension, pain
and hardening in joints muscles and tissue
- Techniques for treating marma blockages
- Case studies and supervision

Expert knowledge for Ayurveda therapists
- Fundamentals of Ayurveda massage and manual therapy
- Theory and treatment concepts for nadis, Marmas and Marma blockages
- Theory of the musculoskeletal system according to classical Ayurveda
- Complementary Ayurveda therapy strategies for muscular complaints, chronic joint diseases, tendon and ligament injuries, fractures and fissures
- Medicated oils, ghees and ointments for Ayurveda 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 stamp massages: pinda, shastikas, jambira
- Expert knowledge on performing sirodhara and therapeutic head treatments: Nasya, Aksi-tarpana, Karana purana, Matra and Niruha Basti

Practical techniques of anamnesis, diagnosis and therapy planning
You are able to:
- take an anamnesis with all aspects independently and attentively
- determine the basic Ayurvedic constitution (prakriti) and the mental-spiritual constitution (sattva)
- the Ayurvedic examinations (rogi pariksha), i.e. the three, eight and eightfold constitutions of the Ayurvedic practitioner.i.e. to perform the three-, eight- and ten-fold diagnosis safely. incl. pulse and tongue diagnosis
- recognize the Ayurvedic pathophysiological disorders (vikriti)
- apply the Ayurvedic principles and proceed systematically

Touching anatomy in the context of yoga and Ayurveda
You will learn to

to locate the most important bones and their joint connections in movement
Hearing and feeling joint movements such as the shoulder, hip, knee and wrist as well as the most important associated restrictions and examinations
Recognizing disorders in the movement of joints
Health and movement of the spine and back in all directions of movement
Examinations and tests on the back and spine that are relevant for teaching yoga, yoga therapy and massage
Overview of the most common injuries and complaints
Function and position of stabilizing and moving muscle groups, consideration of the fascial system and the myofascial system in movement
Typical restrictions due to incorrect loading of muscles and fasciae
Blood circulation: Recognizing heart and vascular health, simple tests and examination
Advice for practitioners: Recognize emergencies and act accordingly
Breathing: the lungs, the nasopharynx, the diaphragm and the auxiliary 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 examination AMW - practical
Final practical examination: demonstration of a 45-minute Ayurvedic massage including pre- and post-treatment

Final examination AMA - written

Who teaches me?

Prof. Dr. Shivenarain Gupta

Oliver Becker

Kerstin Rosenberg

Prof. Dr. Martin Mittwede

How much does the Ayurveda training cost?

Training fee from € 8,015

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 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 to provide 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 immunization certificates:

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

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.

Ayurveda basic course - concepts and disease factors

ABK - eWorkshop - Traditional medicine versus modern science

11.06.2025 - 19:00 to 20:30
17.09.2025 - 19:00 to 20:30

Ayurveda basic course - constitution and medicine

ABH - eWorkshop - Constitution determination

12.06.2025 - 19:00 to 20:30
15.10.2025 - 19:00 to 20:30

Spices, herbs and oils in Ayurveda

APH - eWorkshop - Spices, in everyday life and in counseling

16.06.2025 - 19:00 to 20:30
24.09.2025 - 19:00 to 20:30

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