Duration: 21 hours (3-5 days)
Pre-requisite: Therapist Diploma Levels 1–4
Join specific days of an ongoing AYM Therapist course to:
Refresh your practice through hands-on sessions.
Refine techniques for improved massage flow, time management, and adaptability.
Reconnect with fellow therapists to exchange experiences and insights.
Join Q&A sessions for expert feedback
Certification: Refresher Certificate
Level 5 deepens and validates everything you learned in Levels 1–4. Through review, refinement, and new techniques, you’ll complete a skills assessment and earn the AYM Therapist Diploma Level 5.
Review & Refinement — Comprehensive revision of Levels 1–4 techniques
Advanced Techniques — New massage methods and assisted yoga stretches
Skill Validation — Hands-on assessment and final instructor evaluation
Duration: 56 hours (7–14 days)
Pre-requisite: AYM Therapist Diploma Levels 1–4.
📌 Level 5 and Level 6 can be pursued simultaneously after completing Levels 1–4.
Certification: AYM Therapist Diploma Level 5
Four specialist certificates, each focused on a different dimension of AYM practice.
Torsion & Traction Advanced techniques to address back pain, structural imbalances, and organ health through deep stretching of the nervous, musculoskeletal, and digestive systems.
Props Towels, belts, sandbags, bolsters, chairs, inflatable balloons. Learn to deliver sustained, supported stretches that go beyond what hands alone can achieve.
Seated Stretch Butterfly, Crane, Twist, Rider, Elephant. Advanced seated postures that open the rib cage, ease shoulder tension, and improve spinal mobility and organ function.
Leg Stretch Comprehensive work on the psoas, groin, and surrounding structures — addressing mobility restrictions that affect the whole body.
Certification: AYM Specialist Therapist Level 6 (when completed all 4 certificates)
Duration: Four certificates, each 22 hours (total: 88 hours)
Pre-requisite: AYM Therapist Diploma Levels 1-4. You can begin Level 6 certificates directly after Levels 1–4, without waiting for Level 5.
Covers lower back, knees, neck, perineum protection.
Use of props, facial massage, pregnancy massage.
Covers basic anatomy, spine and limb functions.
Hands-on palpatory anatomy courses.
Focused masterclasses on specific body areas and techniques, designed for AYM therapists and floor-based bodyworkers.
Body mechanics and injury prevention for therapists.
Anatomy, physiology, and pathology of key areas.
Adjustments and precautions for specific client conditions.
Massage and assisted stretching techniques.
Professional development insights.
Available Self-Care MasterClasses:
MC1 – Lower Back Protection (7 hours)
MC2 – Shoulder & Neck Protection (7 hours)
MC3 – Thoracic Spine & Rib Cage Protection (7 hours)
MC4 – Knee & Ankle Protection (7 hours)
MC5 – Elbow, Wrist & Hand Protection (7 hours)
MC6 – Perineum Protection (7 hours)
MC7 – Mastering Props for Enhanced Support & Technique (7 hours)
MC8 – Facial Massage Techniques (7 hours)
MC9 – Professional Development for Floor-Based Massage (9 hours)
MC10 – AYM Massage for Pregnant Women (21 hours)
MC11 – AYM Table Massage (21 hours)
MC12 – AYM Four-Handed Massage (21 hours)
** MasterClasses can be taken individually or in any order. More topics to come! Feel free to propose new ones.
These Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses provide essential knowledge in anatomy, physiology, and pathology, combining theory with hands-on learning approaches such as:
Anatomical sketch study.
Video case analysis.
Colouring, modelling & multi-sensory exercises.
Palpation-based learning directly applied to AYM practice.
Available Anatomy Masterclasses:
Essential Anatomy 1 (14 hours) – Fundamental anatomy, including spine and limb functions.
Essential Anatomy 2 (14 hours) – Palpatory anatomy with a focus on practical application.
12-hour CPD Online Course Per Year with Ananta + Homework
Pay monthly: €39| Pay annually: €360 (save €108 / €30/month)
Perfect for new graduates looking for ongoing guidance as they establish their AYM practice.
What’s Included:
Monthly Group Q&A Calls (1h) – Live Zoom sessions with Ananta to answer your questions on medical conditions, treatment approaches, troubleshooting techniques, and more.
Exclusive Video Library Access – Regularly updated video tutorials covering key techniques and practical refreshers.
Template & Resource Library – Downloadable consultation forms, client intake sheets, and marketing templates to support your business growth.
Private Online Community – Join a dedicated support group (Facebook or Slack) to connect with peers, share insights, and engage with instructors.
AYM Therapist Listing – Get listed in the AYM directory to enhance your visibility and connect with potential clients.
Professional Growth – 12 Certified Hours with Ananta Plus Homework
36-hour CPD Online Course Per Year with Ananta + Homework
Pay monthly: €84 | Pay annually: €780 (save €228 / €65/month)
Designed for intermediate practitioners ready to refine their skills, expand their client base, and elevate their practice.
What’s Included (Everything in Essentials Support, PLUS):
Monthly Skill Enhancement Workshops (2h) – Live, interactive workshops focusing on advanced techniques and insights from masterclasses.
Personalised Feedback on Your Practice – Submit videos of your AYM sessions for detailed feedback from Ananta or an expert team member.
Exclusive Discounts on Advanced Training – Get 10% off future courses and workshops after 3 months of membership.
Professional Growth – 36 Certified Hours with Ananta Plus Homework
Essentials Support → Ideal for new graduates seeking structured support and practice refinement.
Professional Growth → Perfect for practicing AYM therapists looking to deepen their expertise, refine techniques, and expand their client base.
Eligibility: Open exclusively to Diploma AYM Practitioners certified by ARYM.
When you join the ARYM Advanced Diploma or Masterclass programs, you’ll build on your existing skills and elevate your expertise to new heights. Imagine advancing from a solid foundation in massage to mastering techniques that deepen your practice and transform your approach to holistic healing.
Ananta, me alegra ver que nuestro trabajo se difunde en tantos países gracias a tu compromiso. Te felicito y te envío mis bendiciones. ” — Kusum Modak, creadora del método original de Masaje Yoga Ayurvédico (AYM)
“Estos cursos avanzados con Ananta, tras la formación inicial de Terapeuta AYM, han enriquecido significativamente mis habilidades y mi práctica, permitiéndome personalizar cada tratamiento según las necesidades de mis clientes. Los recomiendo encarecidamente”
La formación en AYM con Ananta es excelente. Muy recomendable para profes de yoga, terapeutas y quienes quieran aprender masaje. Sus enseñanzas mejoraron mi práctica. ¡Con muchas ganas de volver a participar!
“Ananta es un maestro inspirador con tres décadas de experiencia en AYM. Su precisión, compasión y paciencia siguen guiando mi camino. Tras 3 formaciones con ARYM, he ganado maestría y profundidad en este hermoso trabajo”
¡Una experiencia tan maravillosa! Aplicando todas las valiosas habilidades desde que terminé el curso en 2016 ????.
“El masaje de yoga ayurvédico fue una verdadera revelación, nunca había recibido un masaje tan potente. En cuanto a la formación ARYM, Ananta es un excelente profesor, altamente cualificado y siempre disponible. ¡Muy recomendable!
Como practicante certificada de Ayurveda formada con el Dr. Deepak Chopra, recomiendo el método de Masaje Ayurvédico Yoga. Ofrece sanación y energía tanto al que da como al que recibe. ¡Gracias, Ananta, por tu experiencia y dedicación!
As an electronic engineer, i am a trained and rational mind oriented person. The training with ARYM was an exceptional experience of body-mind exploration. Ayurvedic Yoga Massage is the best way to find release from aches and tension with deep stretches.
“Ayurvedic Yoga Massage and my yoga practice truly enhance flexibility and relaxation, which is noticeable even after just one session. The training was fantastic, with techniques that are readily accessible and efficiently taught”
“It’s been a life-changing experience. I’ve been able to develop a successful client base who love my work. Thank you, Ananta, for your outstanding teaching and training!”
¡Formación excepcional! Ananta enseña con gran cuidado, y el masaje libera la tensión profunda, reduce el estrés y realinea la postura. Muy recomendable para una práctica de alto nivel
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“¡Excelente curso! Disfruté cada sesión. La técnica es fantástica, y Ananta, nuestro experimentado profesor, la mejoró aún más. Muy recomendado para estudiantes de yoga y masajistas que deseen profundizar en su comprensión del cuerpo humano.”
“I’ve dedicated over 20 years to the art of massage therapy and have joined many AYM training courses throughout my career. Ananta stands out as one of the most exceptional instructors I’ve had the privilege of learning from”
“This course offers a fantastic opportunity to learn great massage techniques while healing your own body. Ananta’s expert guidance enhances sensitivity, and the multicultural group enriches the experience”
¡Un curso excepcional que me ha llevado, como terapeuta de masajes certificado, a reevaluar mi enfoque hacia el trabajo corporal! Recomiendo encarecidamente este curso para todos.
Practicante certificado de Ayurveda, me formé con ARYM en París y Goa—¡una experiencia increíble! Mis clientes valoran ahora la poderosa terapia del Masaje Ayurvédico Yoga junto a mis cuidados tradicionales
“ARYM proved to be an extraordinary journey of mind and body, especially for an electronics engineer like me. Ananta has remarkable eloquence, offering a great method to reduce pain and tension with yoga stretches. Highly recommended!”
“Ananta’s energy spreads so naturally. It truly enhances the massage experience and exceptional teaching. Thank you, Ananta!”
“A great teacher who is mastering a brilliant method. Without a doubt, it was the best massage experience I’ve ever had. If you’re contemplating learning a massage technique, choose Ananta without hesitation. I would do it again”
“Me encantó el curso de ARYM. Aprendí a comprender mejor mi propio cuerpo y el de los demás. La experiencia de Ananta es transformadora, sanadora, inspiradora y verdaderamente orientadora. Me sentí lista para comenzar a dar masajes justo después de completar el primer curso, y estoy ansiosa por futuras formaciones.”
“Después de un curso de 2 semanas en Mysore, descubrí los tesoros ocultos de la terapia AYM y me inscribí en el curso de diploma en Goa. Esto mejoró significativamente mis habilidades, especialmente en la integración de series de estiramientos. Comencé a ofrecer AYM a mis clientes inmediatamente después.”
“I enjoyed every moment of the training. Ananta is an inspirational teacher. The teaching is clear, with lots of demonstrations, practice, and repetition. I am receiving plenty of positive feedback from my clients”
“Thank you, Ananta! It was a fantastic course, providing a wonderful experience for everyone, including couples interested in learning how to give massages to each other”
“Returning for my Level 5 Ayurvedic Yoga Massage training was a joy. Ananta’s teachings continue to inspire, and being part of this loving community dedicated to global well-being was wonderful. Thank you!”
“An incredible intensive course! Despite initial concerns about remembering everything, I found that everything came together. I felt confident from the very first session I gave, and my practice went smoothly after this great training”
“Ayurvedic Yoga Massage ARYM was an immediate and tremendous success. My athletes appreciate it greatly after their intensive training. The results are undeniably effective!”
“Ananta’s Ayurvedic Yoga Massage training has truly transformed me. He taught me everything. I highly recommend it to anyone wishing to develop a precise and skillful touch. It has greatly enriched both my yoga teaching and my personal practice. – Nicolas Mathout”
“Disfruté del ambiente amistoso e informal de las clases y del conocimiento de Ananta. Un curso ideal para aprender con eficacia. Muy recomendable para masajistas de todos los estilos y quienes se interesan en el trabajo corporal.”
“Mi madre sufría de dolores persistentes en la zona lumbar y el muslo derecho. Tras formarme con ARYM y darle varios masajes, el dolor desapareció por completo. ¡Gracias, Ananta!”
“He asistido a las clases de AYM de Ananta durante años en Goa. Con mis más de 50 años de experiencia docente diversa, valoro profundamente su experiencia y paciencia”
“En Berlín, completé la formación de practicante dirigida por Ananta, y fue realmente una experiencia extraordinaria. Aunque mi motivación inicial era compartir los beneficios del Masaje de Yoga Ayurvédico con mis amigos y conmigo misma, ahora estoy muy tentada a dedicarle más tiempo e importancia en mi vida. ¡Gracias, Ananta!”
“Training in Ayurvedic Yoga Massage with Ananta has deepened my understanding of anatomy, massage techniques, and passive stretching. His creative visualisations and analogies enhance comprehension and benefits clients’ well-being”
I loved the training with Ananta in London, it is so hands on and rich. I am looking forward to taking my learning to the next level soon. Thanks Ananta for your teaching, support and for sharing your experience and skills. Blessings
“Excellent Course!”
“Ananta, our generous trainer, leads us to master AYM with unparalleled precision. The human touch shines, making eight intense days an enriching journey. You’ll emerge with exceptional massage skills”
“Ananta, thank you for everything during this course: your attentive presence, warm smile, and cheerful spirit. I gained more than just massage skills; I danced, laughed, and rediscovered trust in others. Your gentleness and care meant so much.”
“Outstanding course with lasting effects in a caring, supportive atmosphere. Ideal for those seeking interactive massage”
“¡Un curso excepcional! Me siento mucho más flexible, abierta y feliz después de este curso. La energía del grupo era fantástica, y Ananta es el mejor profesor que he tenido. Lo recomiendo encarecidamente para volver a tener un cuerpo y una mente sanos!”
“Thanks to our fantastic teacher, Ananta. We’ve gained a wealth of knowledge! Even back in Denmark, the magic of my Indian trip still enchants me. My individual sessions are pure delight. People love this practice, and I absolutely adore it!”
“Inicialmente, solo planeaba el curso de certificación de 56 horas de AYM en Goa. Sin embargo, me inspiré profundamente por las enseñanzas de Ananta y decidí unirme al segundo curso de diploma en Mysore también. ¡Mejor decisión!”
“Estoy emocionado de utilizar las habilidades que he aprendido al asistir a este curso. Ananta tiene la capacidad única de crear un entorno de aprendizaje positivo que fomenta el desarrollo de cada estudiante en función de sus necesidades individuales. Tuve experiencias positivas de éxito trabajando con Ananta y los otros estudiantes. Fue muy agradable”.
“¡Curso fantástico! Mejoró mi movilidad y alivió mi dolor de espalda. Muy buen ambiente y conexión. Aprender a dar
“As a massage therapy novice, I’m amazed that in just 8 days, I gained the confidence to start practicing AYM, thanks to Ananta’s patient and excellent teaching. Highly recommend this course and look forward to future ARYM sessions”
