Careers in Ayurveda
Careers – Ayurvedic Yoga, Meditation and Mantra Specialist
Riorita
Instructor
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Ayurvedic Yoga, Meditation, and Mantra Specialist
No prior experience with Ayurveda or Yoga is required for this career course.
Ayurvedic Yoga, Meditation, and Mantra Specialist career can be practiced as an independent career, but is also a great addition for yoga teachers, herbologists, massage therapists, nutrition consultants, and other natural practitioners.
Yoga and Ayurveda are sister sciences that work together to support whole-body wellbeing. By using simple Ayurvedic principles in our daily diet and lifestyle, alongside gentle Yoga practices, we help prana, the body’s natural life energy flow more freely. When this energy moves with ease, we can reduce stress and imbalance, support better health, and feel more at ease physically, emotionally, and mentally.
Many of the poses, breathing exercises, and meditation techniques will feel familiar to anyone who has tried Hatha Yoga. Ayuryoga builds on these foundations in a clear and accessible way, making it suitable for beginners as well as those with some yoga experience.
What makes Ayuryoga special is how it uses the basic ideas of Ayurveda, such as the elements, doshas, and natural qualities of the body and mind, to help us understand why certain practices feel calming, energizing, or grounding. Guided by Ayurveda’s simple principle that “like increases like,” these practices are chosen thoughtfully to help bring the body back into balance and support natural healing.
Ayuryoga offers a gentle, supportive path toward better health, increased awareness, and a deeper sense of well-being.Â
What You will learn:
The high-level course overview shown is expanded below. Click on each course subject to see a more detailed curriculum.
As an Ayurvedic Yoga, Meditation, and Mantra Specialist, you’ll step into a beautiful journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal transformation. This nurturing training is designed to support your growth on every level-body, mind, and spirit-while giving you a deep and practical understanding of ancient wisdom in a modern, accessible way.
Our comprehensive program gently guides you through the foundations of Ayurveda, Ayurvedic yoga asanas, and Vedic healing practices, while also exploring nourishing Ayurvedic yogic nutrition, herbology, and natural lifestyle rituals that support balance and vitality. You’ll deepen your connection to breath through pranayama, cultivate inner stillness through meditation, and open the heart through the sacred power of mantra.
The journey is further enriched with the art of yogic marma massage, awakening the body’s natural healing intelligence and creating a deeper sense of harmony, softness, and well-being.
This is more than a certification-it’s a soulful path of learning, empowerment, and feminine wisdom, designed to help you embody balance, confidence, and radiant health from the inside out
At Blue Lotus Academy, we’re committed to providing you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in this exciting and rewarding field. Join us and discover the endless possibilities that await you as an Ayurvedic Yoga, Meditation and Mantra Specialist.
Course Topics:
- Foundation of Ayurveda and Yoga
- Ayurvedic Yoga-Asanas and Vedic therapy
- Ayurvedic Yogic Nutrition
- Ayurvedic Yogic Herbology
- Pranayam, Meditation
- Mantras and Yoga
- Yogic Marma Massage
Foundation of Ayurveda and Yoga
Pre-requisites: None
An introduction to Vedic philosophy, including Shad Darshan, Samkhya, and Vedanta. Exploration of yoga as a path of self-realization through the four paths of yoga, dharma, á¹›ta, and the eight limbs of Raja Yoga, with a focus on the yamas and niyamas.
Students will also study yoga and Ayurveda as sister sciences, learning about tattva, the three gunas and mental nature, and the dynamic balance of the doshas. The course includes foundational yogic practices such as pranayama (breathwork), pratyahara, dharana, dhyana, and an introduction to samadhi.
Ayurvedic and Yogic Anatomy, Diagnosis/Assessment
Pre-requisites: None
An introduction to core Ayurvedic principles, including the doshas, tissues (dhatus), waste products (malas), bodily channels (srotas), digestive fire (agni), and vital energies such as prana, tejas, and ojas. Students will also explore the yogic energy pathways (nadis) and learn the eight traditional methods of clinical examination.
Foundation of Ayurvedic and Yogic Nutrition
Pre-requisites: None
This module introduces Ayurvedic and yogic nutrition based on the doshas, with guidance on seasonal eating (á¹›tucharya), daily nourishment routines (dinacharya), and the principles of sattvic foods. Students will learn how to tailor nutrition according to age, individual constitution (prakruti), and current imbalances (vikruti). Practical recipes are included to support balanced, mindful eating.
Ayurvedic Yogic Herbology
Pre-requisites: None
This module explores the use of herbs through an Ayurvedic and yogic lens, focusing on herbs suited to each dosha and their role in supporting yoga and therapeutic practices. Students will learn how herbs relate to the gunas and be introduced to yogic soma herbs that nourish, calm, and support the practice of yoga.
Yoga, Pranayam and Meditation
Pre-requisites: None
This module explores the deeper practices of yoga and meditation, including pratyahara, dharana, and dhyana, as well as Yoga Nidra and foundational meditation techniques. Students will study prana, tejas, and ojas, the five pranas, and their relationship to breath, energy, and balance.
The module also introduces kundalini and the chakra system, Vedantic meditation, and the role of pranayama in supporting the doshas through tonifying and reducing practices. Practical instruction includes key breathing techniques such as anuloma-viloma (alternate nostril breathing), So’Ham breathing, triangular breathing, kapalabhati, bhastrika, and cooling breaths like shitali and sitkari.
Yoga and Marma Massage
Pre-requisites: None
This module introduces Marma Therapy and its role in supporting yogic practice and holistic healing. Students will learn about key energy points in Yoga and Ayurveda, including marma points located on the arms and hands, legs and feet, abdomen and chest, back and hips, and the head and neck.
The module also includes practical techniques in marma therapy massage, aromatherapy, and pranic massage to support balance, relaxation, and energy flow.
Ayurvedic Yoga Asanas
Pre-requisites: None
This module explores the healing power of yoga asanas for the body, mind, and emotions through an Ayurvedic lens. Students will learn how to practice asanas suited to their dosha type, understand the effects of each posture, and adapt their daily routine for optimal balance. The module also covers integrating asana with pranayama, mantra, meditation, and Ayurvedic therapies for a complete, holistic practice.
Mantra Therapy and Yoga
Pre-requisites: None
This module offers an introduction to the transformative power of mantra, exploring its connection to breath, meditation, emotion, and the subtle energies of the body. Students will learn about bija (seed) mantras, their effects on tissues, chakras, and deities, and how mantras can enhance both yogic practices and Ayurvedic wellness.
Case Studies
Pre-requisites: None
Each week, we will review a variety of case studies, allowing you to analyze real-life scenarios, ask questions, and gain hands-on experience through discussion and practical application.
Time Commitment
Live online learning(Zoom) for ~2 hours, once per week
Start Date: Mondays, starting March 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Mountain (8PM to 10PM Eastern)
All classes will be recorded should you miss a class.
Tuition Cost
Tuition fees: One-Time payment: $1400CAD**
Monthly installments available ($140** per month)
This diploma is approved by AAPNA.
**taxes extra where applicable & subject to cancellation fees
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Riorita Tkachenko and her Ayurvedic Practitioner training school are absolutely incredible! I had the privilege of learning from Riorita and was truly amazed at her extensive knowledge in all areas of Ayurvedic practices. Her expertise is unparalleled, and she has a unique ability to make even the most complex concepts easy to understand.
One aspect that truly stood out during the training was Riorita’s practical approach. Instead of solely relying on theoretical lessons, she took us into the kitchen and guided us through the preparation of amazing Ayurvedic meals. This hands-on experience not only made learning enjoyable but also deepened our understanding of the principles of Ayurveda.
Another highlight was the exploration of incredible food and tea recipes. Riorita introduced us to a variety of herbs, spices, and ingredients with medicinal properties, allowing us to create delicious and health-enhancing concoctions. It was a truly delightful journey of taste and wellness.
Riorita’s warmth, patience, and dedication to her students were evident throughout the training. She created a welcoming and nurturing environment that encouraged questions, discussions, and personal growth. I felt supported every step of the way, and her guidance has had a profound impact on my Ayurvedic journey.
Overall, I cannot recommend Riorita Tkachenko and her Ayurvedic Practitioner training school enough. If you are looking for an experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate teacher who will guide you through the intricacies of Ayurveda, then look no further. Riorita’s training program is a transformative experience that will empower you to unlock the healing power of Ayurvedic practices in your own life.
I’ve known Riorita for more than ten years and have taken multiple courses such as Western and Ayurvedic Herbology, Vedic Astrology and Ayurveda Career through Blue Lotus Academy. The information that Riorita teaches is invaluable as for practitioners as well as for people who are just starting their journey with Vedic culture and Ayurveda. I’ve also received an Ayurvedic consultation from Riorita, which helped me to understand myself better, to change my lifestyle, including my eating habits for better wellbeing.
I also had my Natal Astrological map done by Riorita, as well as yearly Muhutras, which provide me with guidance in daily life.
I am very happy to be part of the likeminded Blue Lotus community.
I would recommend Riorita to anyone who is looking to improve their quality of life and improve their body and mind health state.
I am very grateful to Riorita for the knowledge that helped me in understanding myself, relationships, nutrition, care for spiritual and physical health, patience and strength.
I’m very grateful for being able to go through the course of Ayurvedic Lifestyle Professional with Riorita.  Riorita is a great resource and wealth of knowledge in Ayurveda. The amount of the material was overwhelming and I’m still absorbing, but no matter your level, you receive what you need at that time. I really enjoyed the part of the course about mantras. Mantras are listened to and sung in our house, but learning about the depth of the mantras brings another level in appreciation of mantras. Recipes in the nutritional part of the course were very helpful as well. I loved that the course was both theoretical as well as practical that could be applied to everyday life. Also, it was very important about Riorita‘s personal support and quick response in case we had questions. Â