Ayurveda

Ayurveda is the ancient science of life — a holistic system that explains why every body is unique and how to create balance through daily routines, nutrition, movement, and breath. At Yogaversity, our mission is to make Ayurveda accessible, practical, and rooted in tradition while supporting yoga teachers, practitioners, and wellness professionals.

Whether you’re learning the foundations of the doshas, exploring how Ayurveda informs yoga practice, or taking your teaching further with advanced training, this page gathers all of our Ayurvedic resources in one place — free mini-courses, in-depth trainings, and articles written by respected teachers like Kathryn Templeton. Start wherever you are and build your Ayurvedic understanding step by step.

Ayurveda Topics

Ayurveda Basics

Ayurveda teaches us how the elements shape the body and mind. These foundations explain why each person responds differently to food, movement, stress, and lifestyle choices. If you’re new, start with our beginner-friendly resources below – take the Ayurveda 101 free mini course.

Doshas & Constitution

Understanding your prakriti (constitution) and vikriti (current state) is the starting point for personalizing your wellness. Explore how Vata, Pitta, and Kapha influence digestion, sleep, mood, and mobility – take the free Dosha Quiz!

Ayurveda for Yoga Teachers

Ayurveda deepens yoga teaching by helping you understand joint variability, energetic patterns, and seasonal changes. These ideas support more skillful sequencing and more compassionate student observations.

Learning Ayurveda Online

Studying at your own pace lets you revisit key concepts and integrate them gradually. Our online trainings include video lectures, worksheets, and guided practices to help you apply Ayurveda to everyday life and teaching.

Ayurveda Mini Courses

Ayurveda Trainings

Ayurveda Articles and Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is a traditional system of health from India that focuses on balancing the body, mind, and environment through daily routines, diet, movement, and breath.

Do I need prior yoga experience to learn Ayurveda?

No — beginners are welcome. Our mini-courses and introductory trainings are designed for all levels.

How long does it take to learn the basics?

Most students understand foundational concepts like the doshas within a few hours of focused study. Deeper training develops over time.

Is Ayurveda useful for yoga teachers?

Absolutely. Ayurveda helps teachers understand student variability, seasonality, and energetic balance, which improves sequencing and teaching clarity.

Are your Ayurveda courses accredited?

Yes. Our trainings qualify for Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (YACEP) hours.