Raj Yoga · Ayurveda Studies

Self-Paced · Beginner Friendly

Online Ayurveda Course

Foundations of Ayurveda & Its Connection to Yoga

Explore doshas, the five elements, traditional lifestyle principles and their relationship with yoga. Learn with Yogi Sandeep through video lessons and reading materials you can study on your own schedule.

YACEP certification
Self-paced learning
Course fee: US$99

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What Is This Online Ayurveda Course?

This foundation course introduces Ayurveda, a traditional Indian system of medicine, through its core concepts and relationship with yoga. It is designed for beginners who want a structured introduction to the tradition and its approach to everyday routines.

Build familiarity with Ayurvedic terminology before exploring doshas, digestion, body-tissue concepts and lifestyle principles. The course is educational; it does not provide medical diagnosis, individual treatment or clinical practitioner training.

Your Course at a Glance

Format, study time, fee and support
Level	Beginner foundation
Learning format	Self-paced video lessons, reading and self-practice
Total Learning Hours	25 hours (video lessons, reading, self-study and practice)
Course fee	US$99 per student
Start date	Flexible, after course access is activated
Suggested study period	Around one month; study at your own pace
Video access	2-year access to videos and learning materials
Teacher	Yogi Sandeep
Support	Email or a scheduled teacher call
Certificate	25-Hour Ayurveda Certificate (Yoga Alliance YACEP)

What You Will Study

Introduction to Ayurveda

Explore the origins, vocabulary and philosophy of Ayurveda, and its relationship with yoga.

The Five Elements

Learn the Pancha Mahabhutas—earth, water, fire, air and ether—as concepts within the traditional Ayurvedic framework.

The Three Doshas

Understand the traditional descriptions of Vata, Pitta and Kapha and the concept of individual constitution.

Agni & Digestion

Study Agni, often translated as digestive fire, and its role within Ayurvedic explanations of digestion.

The Seven Dhatus

Explore the seven dhatus and how the tradition describes their relationships within the body.

Yogic Cleansing Practices

An introduction to kriyas, including Jala Neti and Sutra Neti, their context and the need for appropriate practical guidance.

Pranayama & the Doshas

Explore traditional connections between breathing practices and dosha concepts, with attention to individual suitability.

Ayurvedic Lifestyle

Learn about Dinacharya, traditional dietary concepts and the place of daily routines in Ayurvedic thought.

Practical cleansing and breathing techniques require appropriate guidance. Introductory study is not a substitute for supervised instruction or individual healthcare advice.

What You Will Learn

Explain the basic Ayurvedic concepts of elements, doshas, Agni and dhatus.
Describe the traditional relationship between Ayurveda and yoga.
Recognise the role of daily routines in Ayurvedic thought.
Distinguish general educational concepts from individual treatment advice.

Who Is the Course For?

Beginners curious about Ayurvedic principles.
Yoga practitioners interested in the relationship between yoga and Ayurveda.
Yoga teachers seeking foundational subject knowledge.
Learners who prefer flexible study through recorded lessons.

No previous Ayurveda knowledge is required.

How the Self-Paced Course Works

Enquire or Enroll
Contact us with any questions, or create an account on our learning portal and pay the course fee online.
Get Course Access
Once your payment is confirmed, we will activate your course access. Log in to your student dashboard and start learning at your own pace through recorded lessons and study materials.
Complete the Course & Get Certified
Complete the required lessons and assessments to receive your 25-Hour Ayurveda Training Certificate from Raj Yoga Rishikesh.

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Course Certificate & Continuing Education

After meeting the completion requirements, you receive a 25-Hour Ayurveda Training Certificate from Raj Yoga Rishikesh. This records completion of the foundation course; it is not a clinical qualification.

If you need Yoga Alliance continuing education hours, ask us for the current provider profile, eligible hours and supporting documentation before enrolling. Continuing education eligibility is separate from the Raj Yoga completion certificate.

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Meet Your Teacher

Yogi Sandeep

E-RYT 500 · Yoga Teacher

Yogi Sandeep leads the course’s introduction to Ayurvedic principles and their relationship with yoga. Teacher support is available by email or a scheduled call to help clarify the learning material.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is this online Ayurveda course?

It is a self-paced introduction to Ayurvedic principles and their relationship with yoga. The course covers the five elements, three doshas, Agni, seven dhatus, daily routines and introductory yoga-related practices.

Can beginners join?

Yes. No previous knowledge of Ayurveda is required. The course introduces the basic terms and concepts before exploring their connections.

What is the course fee?

The full course fee is US$99 per student. Confirm the enrolment and payment details with Raj Yoga before making payment.

Does the course include 25 hours of video?

No. The 25 hours represent total study time across video lessons, reading materials and self-practice. They are not 25 hours of video or live teaching.

Are the classes live or self-paced?

The lessons are self-paced and accessed through the Raj Yoga Online learning portal. Teacher support is available by email or a scheduled call.

How long do I have to complete the course?

You can begin after your course access is activated and study at your own pace. Completing the course in around one month is suggested, but is not presented as a fixed deadline. Lifetime access to the video materials is included.

How do I access the lessons?

Complete enrolment and create an account on the Raj Yoga Online portal. Our team will confirm activation and access instructions. Contact us before booking if you need access by a particular date.

What certificate will I receive?

After meeting the course completion requirements, you receive a 25-Hour Ayurveda Training Certificate from Raj Yoga Rishikesh. This is a course completion certificate, not a clinical qualification.

Can I use this course for Yoga Alliance continuing education?

If you need continuing education hours, ask Raj Yoga for the current provider profile, eligible course hours and documentation before enrolling. Acceptance depends on the applicable Yoga Alliance requirements; the completion certificate does not itself confer a Yoga Alliance teacher registration.

Does this course qualify me to practise Ayurvedic medicine?

No. This is introductory education for personal learning and yoga-related study. It does not qualify you to diagnose conditions, prescribe treatments or practise Ayurvedic medicine.