Yoga Well

British Wheel of Yoga, Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Modules

Ayurveda is a fascinating system of healing the goes back thousands of years. It shares a common language with Yoga and is a close relative of it. This course is for anyone who is interested in the basic principles of Ayurveda, why it such a useful and powerful system and how it is applied in today’s modern world. It is useful for gaining a deeper understanding of the nature of life because it is in fact translated as the “œscience of life”.  Indeed, working conscientiously through this course will change your life for the better. You will be looking at your own life under an Ayurvedic microscope and become more aware of the daily routines, thought patterns and activities that do not serve you well.

These courses can be used to for both personal and professional development.

Yoga Practitioners

Yoga Practitioners will be able to adapt their own practices in accordance with Ayurvedic principles which address seasonal and life changes.

Yoga teachers

Yoga teachers will be able to apply these principles to their course plans and lesson plans when considering their aims and objectives. They will also have some insight into the temperament of their students which is reflected in the way they practice in class.

If you have never learnt any Ayurveda before it is best to start at Level 1 where you will learn:

Basic principles of Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy

5 elements and 3 doshas

Your personal constitution or Prakruti

Digestive Fire and Toxicity

How to manage common ailments with Yoga and Ayurveda

Common herbs

Diet and Lifestyle changes from an Ayurvedic perspective.

How to practice a wide range of Yoga techniques from an Ayurvedic perspective including: Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, Bandha, Mantra,Meditation and more..

Level 2

This is a 6 day course that is co-taught by myself and Cathy Mae Karelse. It is an opportunity to deepen understanding of how Yoga can be practised with an Ayurvedic approach with more emphasis on the practical aspects including Meditation and Ayurvedic cookery.

Entry requirements

As there will be a lot of references to Yoga, the applicant should have at least 6 months experience of Yoga practices (including Asana and Pranayama) to get the most benefit from the Level 1 course. In order to apply for the Level 2 course, applicants will have done a Level 1 course or another course that covers the basic principles of Ayurveda. Applicants should also be able to read and understand a good level of English as some reading and writing will be required to meet the course criteria.

Our courses are accredited with the British Wheel of Yoga.

The next Level 1 course will run in March 2014.

For more information, email me for a student pack.