This one-month residential Ayurveda course offers an immersive introduction to the classical principles of traditional Ayurveda while living the daily rhythm of an authentic ashram between Rishikesh and Haridwar, in the foothills of the Himalayas.
Guided by Alaknanda Puri, the course combines Sanskrit scripture study, practical learning, observation, and direct experience. Rather than approaching Ayurveda solely as a medical system, participants are invited to discover it as a complete science of living in harmony with nature and oneself.
Drawing from the traditional texts while making their wisdom relevant to contemporary life, the course explores the foundations of Ayurvedic philosophy, diagnosis, treatment, medicinal plants, and herbal preparations. Knowledge is not only studied but experienced through the rhythm of ashram life, where food, lifestyle, practice, and observation become part of the learning process.
The course is open to both Indian and international participants and is taught in English. It begins and concludes with a havan (Vedic fire ceremony). Accommodation, meals, course materials, and a certificate of completion are included.
Course Includes
Parāyaṇam (call-and-response Ayurvedic scripture study)
Ayurvedic Principles
Diagnosis Techniques
Practical Treatment Techniques
Herbal Medicine Preparation
Sukṣma Vyāyām (subtle prāṇic exercise)
Ayurvedic Cooking
Marma Science
Botanical Garden Tour (medicinal plant identification)
Typical Daily Routine (subject to change)
4:00 am – Awakening conch, ārati, silent meditation & herbal tea
6:00 am – Parāyaṇam (Sanskrit scripture study)
7:30 am – Sukṣma Vyāyām (subtle prāṇic exercise)
9:00 am – Breakfast
10:00 am – Karma Yoga
11:00 am – Practical class (treatments & medicine preparation)
1:00 pm – Lunch
3:00 pm – Herbal tea
4:00 pm – Ayurveda theory class
6:00 pm – Dinner
7:15 pm – Vedic chanting by the dhuni
8:00 pm – Meditation or Kirtan
9:00 pm – Lights out
This residential immersion is designed to provide a solid foundation for anyone wishing to deepen their understanding of Ayurveda—whether for personal growth, professional development, or as part of a broader yogic path.
For enquiries or to register, please contact us or complete the registration form.
