Bring Ayurveda into everyday health behavior change
Dosha-informed routines, seasonal living and digestion-first lifestyle support, taught by physicians and Ayurvedic practitioners.
- • Live weekly sessions with faculty, recorded
- • Interest-free payment plans, no credit check
- • Gaja Ayurvedic Health Behavior Change Specialist
Turn your passion for Ayurveda into meaningful, purpose-driven work.
Designed for wellness professionals, coaches, yoga teachers, healthcare practitioners and purpose-driven people who want to integrate Ayurvedic wisdom into the way they support others. Approved for 40 NBHWC continuing-education credits.
You'll develop practical skills in Ayurveda, whole-person wellness and sustainable behavior change, and learn to translate timeless Ayurvedic principles into personalized, accessible practices that help people create healthier habits and bring balance to daily life.
Guided by physicians, Ayurvedic educators, board-certified health coaches and behavior-change specialists, you explore the foundations of Ayurvedic health while gaining hands-on experience applying what you learn: setting meaningful goals with clients, navigating barriers to change, and building realistic routines that support long-term well-being.
More than a certificate: a journey of personal and professional growth.
Breakthroughs in personal growth
Ayurveda and Vedanta at the highest levels, leading to profound personal insight.
A leading curriculum
Learn from Dr. Sheila Patel, Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar and Michelle Kabashinski, PCC, NBC-HWC.
Your community
A global network of peers who share your passion for Ayurveda and holistic health.
Ongoing support
Continuing education, monthly community meditations, a downloadable manual and a listing in the Gaja Pro Directory.
If any of these resonate, we invite you to take the next step.
Your gateway to becoming a skilled, confident, purpose-driven behavior-change specialist and Ayurveda-specialized health coach, grounded in a tradition that has helped people feel their best for 5,000 years.
- ✓You're passionate about helping others live healthier, more balanced lives through Ayurveda
- ✓You want a comprehensive, proven framework for behavior change you can confidently share, in coaching, healthcare or other modalities
- ✓You seek profound personal growth as you deepen your understanding of Ayurveda, mind-body medicine and self-healing
- ✓You're ready to build a fulfilling career or side practice aligned with your purpose
- ✓You want mentorship from world-renowned experts and a community of like-minded peers
What graduates say.
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I spent 17 years in the pharmaceutical industry, and never imagined I would be here. But this training led me to a new awakening, a life of serenity and peace that I can now share with others.
Ilvia P.Graduate - “
The connection and support floored me. Expectations were high, but the constant encouragement from staff and fellow students made it a fun and enriching experience.
Jackson B.Graduate - “
I walked away with a new level of understanding of how to balance my body and the confidence to lead others in this lifestyle, plus unexpectedly deep friendships.
April W.Graduate
Physician-led, live, and practical.
- Length
- 14 weeks online
- Time each week
- About 3–4 hours
- Format
- Weekly interactive seminars with mentor faculty, breakouts and Q&A
- Continuing education
- 40 NBHWC CEs · Yoga Alliance YACEP
Weekly interactive seminars
Live with mentor faculty: practice, ask questions and receive supportive feedback.
A library of resources
Articles, research, videos and teachings from Gaja experts.
Lifetime access
Revisit the eLearning, downloads, webinar recordings and the PDF manual any time.
You have up to four months after the program ends to complete the graduation requirements.
17 parts, 71 lessons
Part 1: Ayurvedic Health Foundations5 lessons
- •Lesson 1: What's Ayurveda?
- •Lesson 2: The Three Doshas
- •Lesson 3: Prakruti
- •Lesson 4: The Five Senses
- •Lesson 5: Vikruti
Part 2, Module 1: Nutrition4 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Intro to Nutrition
- •Lesson 2: Rethinking Food
- •Lesson 3: Taste and Color
- •Lesson 4: Food for Balance
Part 2, Module 2: Movement4 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Exercise
- •Lesson 2: Yoga
- •Lesson 3: Pranayama
- •Bonus Lesson: Yoga Flow Classes
Part 2, Module 3: Sleep3 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Sleep 101
- •Lesson 2: Rhythms of Nature
- •Lesson 3: Getting the Most Out of Sleep
Part 2, Module 4: Meditation3 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Intro to Meditation
- •Lesson 2: An Instrument of the Mind
- •Lesson 3: The Mechanics of Meditation
Part 2, Module 5: Emotions3 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Emotions, Redefined
- •Lesson 2: The 7 Biological Responses
- •Lesson 3: Your Emotional Response Toolkit
Part 2, Module 6: Self-care4 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Intro to Self-care
- •Lesson 2: Harmony with Nature
- •Lesson 3: Participatory Routines
- •Lesson 4: Conclusion
Part 3, Module 1: Ayurvedic Philosophy & Essential Concepts5 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Introduction to Part 3
- •Lesson 2: The Science of Conscious Living
- •Lesson 3: The Original Lifestyle Medicine
- •Lesson 4: Sankhya Philosophy
- •Lesson 5: Ayurvedic Physiology
Part 3, Module 2: Teaching and Presenting3 lessons
- •Lesson 1: The Art of Teaching and Presenting
- •Lesson 2: Public Speaking
- •Lesson 3: Teaching Ayurvedic Lifestyle
Part 3, Module 3: Teaching "Foundations of Ayurveda"4 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Teaching the Foundations of Ayurveda
- •Lesson 2: Teaching The Layers of Life
- •Lesson 3: Teaching the Mahabhutas, the Doshas, and Interpreting the Dosha Quiz
- •Presentation Template
Part 3, Module 4: Teaching Class "Ayurvedic Nutrition"4 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Teaching Nurturing Your Agni
- •Lesson 2: Teaching Eating to Balance the Doshas
- •Lesson 3: Teaching Eating with Awareness
- •Presentation Template
Part 3, Module 5: Teaching "Emotional Freedom"4 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Our Deepest Human Needs
- •Lesson 2: Conscious Communication
- •Lesson 3: Practices for Emotional Clearing
- •Presentation Template
Part 3, Module 6: Teaching "Inner Pharmacy"8 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Teaching "Healing through the Five Senses"
- •Lesson 2: Teaching "Balancing with Sound"
- •Lesson 3: Teaching "Balancing with Touch"
- •Lesson 4: Teaching "Balancing with Sight"
- •Lesson 5: Teaching "Healing Through Taste"
- •Lesson 6: Teaching "Balancing with Smell"
- •Lesson 7: Teaching "Laughter"
- •Presentation Template
Part 3, Module 7: Teaching "Daily Routines"5 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Creating a Healthy Routine
- •Lesson 2: Mindful Movement
- •Lesson 3: Restful Sleep
- •Lesson 4: Living in Harmony with the Seasons
- •Presentation Template
Part 3, Module 8: Teaching Basic Meditation4 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Introduction and Benefits of Meditation
- •Lesson 2: The Practical Points of Meditation
- •Lesson 3: How to Lead a Basic Meditation
- •Presentation Template
Part 3, Module 9: Pranayama3 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Introduction and the Benefits of Pranayama
- •Lesson 2: Pranayama Practices
- •Presentation Template
Part 3, Module 10: Teacher Tools, Resources, and Best Practices5 lessons
- •Lesson 1: Teaching Groups
- •Lesson 2: Teacher Resources
- •Lesson 3: Best Practices
- •Lesson 4: Business Building
- •Program Conclusion
Tuition and payment plans
One price for the whole program: eLearning, the live cohort, faculty assessments, the community and your credential. Interest-free plans, no credit check; the enrollment agreement and refund policy are shown before you pay anything.
- 1Complete all modules
- 2Attend 4 mentorship sessions
- 3Case study submission
What can I do with this training?
Graduates work in coaching practices, schools, wellness centers, hospitals and private clinics; some offer one-on-one sessions, others work with groups or lead retreats, write about Ayurveda or host health podcasts.
Are there payment plan options?
Yes. Gaja offers no-interest payment plans with no credit check; admissions will set up what works for you.
How much time is required per week?
Expect to dedicate about 3–4 hours a week.
Is this program interactive?
Yes. Live webinars with breakout sessions and Q&A with faculty.
Can I do this while working a full-time job?
Absolutely. Most students manage a full load of professional and personal responsibilities and find the schedule flexible.
How long do I have to finish?
You have up to four months after the program ends to complete the graduation requirements.
How long do I have access to the course?
Lifetime access: the eLearning, downloads, webinar recordings and the PDF manual are yours to return to any time.
The December 2026 cohort begins Dec 2, 2026.
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