INSTITUTE
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE ANCIENT WISDOM
at Mount Madonna, California
Foundations of Ayurveda
Online
Program
Get a taste of Ayurveda and immerse yourself in the ancient wisdom and foundational principles of Ayurvedic medicine. Foundations comprises the first three months of the Ayurveda Educator (AE) program. If you wish to further your education, the courses may be applied towards the AE program or the Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC) certification.
Why study at Mount Madonna Institute?
- Accredited by WASC
- BAMS & MA-Ayurveda trained faculty
- Convenient online meeting schedule
- Deep connection to faculty and cohort due to small class sizes
- Payment plans to facilitate tuition
What you will learn
Classical Ayurvedic Knowledge
- Yoga and Meditation
- Sanskrit
- Introduction to Ayurveda
- Ayurvedic Lifestyle Management
- Ayurvedic Anatomy and Physiology
- Ayurvedic Nutrition
- Yoga and Ayurveda
What you can do
Motivate and Educate
- Apply Foundational Ayurvedic knowledge to improve the health and wellbeing of yourself and your family
- Gain knowledge to move towards higher levels of learning by attending and completing Pathway to AE/AHC Modules 1-3 in succession, with the option to apply to either the AE program or the full AHC program at the end of Module 3.
DATES
Enrollment for Winter & Spring 2024-25 is paused. Stay updated on Summer and Fall 2025 programs.
TUITION
Estimated Total: $2,450
See full details below.
See our 2025 Catalog
More Information
For more information regarding our programs and admissions, please email us at info@mountmadonna.org or call (408) 846-4060.
Foundations of Ayurveda
Sample Weekend Schedule (subject to change)
| Thursday Evening | ||
|---|---|---|
| 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Integration | 2 hr |
| Friday - Sunday | ||
| 7:00 am - 8:30 am | Yoga | 1.5 hr |
| 9:30 am - 12:30 pm | Lecture | 3 hr |
| 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Lecture / Integration | 4 hr |
| Tuesday Evening | ||
| 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Lecture / Integration | 2 hr |
| Thursday Evening (1 per month) | ||
| 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Sanskrit | 2 hr |
| * Pacific Time Zone |
Pathway to AE/AHC/AYT
- Weekend modules include course content and Integration
- Attend weekly Tuesday night follow up and Integration courses
- Attend one Sanskrit class per month
- Complete the coursework and assessments
- Apply your coursework to an Ayurveda Educator (AE), Ayurvedic Health Counselor (AHC), and/or Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy (AYT) Certificate
Sequence
- Students must attend and complete Modules 1-3 in succession.
- On the successful completion of Module 3, you may continue into either the AE program or the full AHC / AYT programs.
Where Foundations can Lead You
Ayurveda Educator
The first six months (online only) of the Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program.
Ayurvedic Health Counselor
12-month program: 9 monthly online modules and coursework, one 7-day in-person student clinic/integration practicum and 3 months to complete clinical consultations online.
Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy
After completing the Ayurvedic Health Counselor program and the Advanced Yoga Studies (YTT 300) program, attend six months of online Yoga-Ayurveda Integration, one 6-day in-person practicum, and a year of clinical practice.
Tuition & Fees
Academic Year 2025
FOUNDATIONS OF AYURVEDA
Tuition Cost Only
$1,800
Application Fee*
$150
Estimated Textbooks
$500
Total Estimated Academic Charges
$2,450
Studying Affordably
Financial Aid opportunities for your education
- Alumni Discount: Ask us about our Alumni Discount when you submit your application.
- Scholarship: Check the scholarship box on your application.
- Payment Plans: Available to all students. Talk to an admissions counselor for more information!
Ayurveda Faculty & Staff
Rucha Kelkar,
BAMS, DPT
Kate Bentley,
MA
Nick Fortino,
PhD
Course Descriptions
Yoga & Meditation
Course No. AY 100 Prerequisites: None
This course introduces the practice of yoga. Students are required to learn and perform yoga postures, breathing practices, and meditation practices. This course is taken concurrently with AY 101, AY 102, AY 103, AY 104, AY 105, AY 106, AY 107, AY 109, AY 111, AY 112, AY 113, AY 115, AY 130, AY 150.
Introduction to Ayurveda Course
No. AY 101
Description: This course introduces students to the 5,000-year-old tradition of Ayurveda, its aims and objectives, basic principles, concepts of health and disease, methods of examining patients, and treatment methods. Students gain a solid foundation in the science, history, and philosophy of Ayurveda. They are introduced to the concepts of individual nature and dosha imbalance as the basis for diagnosis of health and disease, as well as the five-element theory.
Ayurvedic Anatomy & Physiology
Course No. AY 102
Description: This course examines the disease process in Ayurvedic medicine, including Ayurvedic anatomy and physiology, the cause of disease, the stages of disease, formation of tissues, and classification of disease. Students learn the process of constitutional analysis.
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Management
Course No. AY 103
Description: This course introduces the student to Ayurvedic recommendations for creating healthy lifestyles, daily and seasonal routines, yogic cleansing practices, and self-care. Students also learn therapies focusing on the five senses.
Yoga & Ayurveda
Course No. AY 104
Description: This course teaches yoga philosophy and practice and its benefits in health and disease prevention. Students learn the Ayurvedic effects of different styles of yoga practice, yogic cleansing for disease prevention, and meditation and breathing practices to restore healthy balance to mind and body.
Ayurvedic Nutrition
Course No. AY 105
Description: This course introduces the principles of Ayurvedic nutrition and digestion. Students will learn the use of diet and nutrition programs in health and disease, individual guidelines for diet, and a balanced diet for the seasons, while exploring the Ayurvedic approach to the energetics of food.
Sanskrit
Course No. AY 130
Description: This course introduces the student to the ancient Vedic language of Sanskrit. Students learn to read, write, and chant Sanskrit. This course is taken concurrently with AY 100, AY 101, AY 102, AY 103, AY 104, AY 105, AY 106, AY 107, AY 109, AY 111, AY 112, AY 113, AY 115, AY 150.
Ayurvedic Foundational Integration I
Course No. AY 150
Description: Students spend time integrating the content of the courses of the weekend while engaging in practical applications of the principles covered. This course is taken concurrently with AY 100, AY 101, AY 102, AY 103, AY 104, AY 105, AY 106, AY 107, AY 109, AY 111, AY 112, AY 113, AY 115, AY 130
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Open House & Info Sessions
Join us for an In-Person Open House or an Online Information Session to learn about upcoming Yoga & Ayurveda Programs.
More Information
Contact Us
For more information regarding our programs and admissions, please email us at info@mountmadonna.org or call (408) 846-4060.
FAQS AYURVEDA
Frequently asked questions about our Ayurveda programs.
