Ayurveda Integration for Yoga Practitioners and Teachers

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sarajean rudman
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Friday: 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Saturday: 1:00 - 9:00 pm
Sunday: 12:30 - 7:30 pm

This weekend immersion is designed to deepen your understanding of Ayurveda and its application within the context of yoga teaching. Ayurveda, the "science of life," offers a holistic framework that complements and enhances the practice of yoga, providing a personalized and seasonal approach to wellness. By integrating Ayurvedic principles, you can guide your students toward a more balanced, mindful, and health-supportive practice.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

Introduction to Ayurveda: Gain an overview of Ayurvedic philosophy, including its fundamental principles, such as the five elements (earth, water, fire, air, ether) and the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha).

Understanding Doshas and Constitutions: Learn to identify individual doshic constitutions and how they influence physical, mental, and emotional states. Discover how imbalances manifest and how yoga practice can help bring equilibrium.

Ayurveda-Informed Asana and Sequencing: Explore how to adapt asana sequences based on doshic imbalances, time of day, and seasonal changes. Learn modifications and adjustments that support Vata, Pitta, and Kapha individuals.

Pranayama and Meditation for Balance: Integrate Ayurvedic principles into breathwork and meditation techniques to balance the doshas and promote holistic wellness.

Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle: Understand the basics of Ayurvedic nutrition and daily routines (Dinacharya) that support overall health and enhance the effects of a regular yoga practice.

Hands-On Practicum: Participate in guided exercises and group work to create dosha-specific class plans, integrating asana, pranayama, meditation, and lifestyle recommendations.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  • Equip yoga teachers with practical Ayurvedic tools to create personalized, dosha-specific experiences for their students

  • Deepen the connection between yoga and Ayurveda as complementary sciences for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being

  • Enhance your teaching skills by understanding the interconnectedness of body, mind, and environment through the lens of Ayurveda

outcome

Participants will leave with a solid understanding of Ayurvedic principles and practical applications, empowering them to teach yoga classes that are more individualized, balanced, and aligned with the seasonal and constitutional needs of their students.

$375, registration required

instructor

Sarajean Rudman
Sarajean is a New England-based Yogini and mindful running/outdoor adventure guide. Founder of Bala Strong Hot Vinyasa Yoga and the RunYogiRun podcast, she has several decades of experience across a diverse array of health & wellness fields. Sarajean’s mission is to bring people together in community to experience a healthy lifestyle.