Harmony through Ayurveda: Lifestyle & Nutrition

Course description

Harmony through Ayurveda: Lifestyle & Nutrition

Course Description:

Ayurveda means science of life. It is one of the sister sciences to yoga, and is a lifestyle, a holistic approach to your health and wellness, a tool for balance, wholeness and harmony.

Harmony though Ayurveda is 6-week Ayurveda lifestyle and nutrition course. Each evening classes is two hours duration. This course covers fundamental concepts and practical applications of Ayurveda for participants in a community education setting:

Week 1: Introduction to Ayurveda

Overview of Ayurveda: History, principles, and goals
Understanding the Doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha): Characteristics and importance in Ayurvedic philosophy
Practical session: Dosha self-assessment quiz and discussion

Week 2: Ayurvedic Nutrition Part 1

• Principles of Ayurvedic nutrition: Concept of six tastes (Rasa) and their importance
• Dietary guidelines based on Dosha types
• Ayurvedic recipes for balancing different Doshas

Week 3: Ayurvedic Nutrition Part 2

• Importance of digestion (Agni) in Ayurveda
• Food combinations and timings according to Doshas
• The dis-ease process in Ayurveda

Week 4: Ayurvedic Lifestyle Practices

• Daily routines (Dinacharya) for optimal health
• Yoga and other recommendations based on Doshas
• Stress management techniques: Meditation and mindfulness

Week 5: Ayurvedic Herbs and Remedies

• Overview of key Ayurvedic herbs and spices
• Herbal teas and supplements for common health concerns

Week 6: Ayurveda for Seasonal Health

• recap of learnings
• Seasonal variations in health and wellbeing
• Ayurvedic approaches to seasonal transitions
• Closing discussion: Integrating Ayurvedic principles into daily life

Course Day :  Thursday night

Time: 7.30 – 9.30 pm

Start Date: 19/09/24

Cost: €110

Course Format: In class with tutor. Maximum of 12 students

Duration: 6 weeks

Enrolment: Enrolment will open online through our website on Monday the 12th of August at 11am

Meet our Tutor: Margaret Young

Margaret brings many years of dedicated training and experience to guide you on your journey towards a harmonious life. As a certified Yoga Alliance instructor, an experienced retreat host, and an Ayurvedic nutritionist, she is  committed to empowering you with the tools to cultivate physical strength, mental clarity, and nourishment from within.

Twitter: @margaretmmyoung

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