Since 1996, Ananta has been passionately dedicated to teaching thousands of trainees from all over the world. The institute offers comprehensive programs to gradually evolve the practice of Ayurvedic Yoga Massage.
Our training is suited for everyone, including beginners and professionals of all levels. The method presents a complementary and enriching practice for health professionals (doctors, physiotherapists, nurses, etc.) and wellness specialists (masseurs, yoga teachers, Pilates instructors, etc.), as well as anyone with personal interest to massage family and friends.
No prior experience of massage or yoga is necessary. Our courses allow participants to discover and easily learn the method of Ayurvedic Yoga Massage. Students will gain self-confidence by learning the skills that are necessary to integrate the massage flow with a series of assisted yoga-based stretches. At the end of the training course, newly certified practitioners will have the ability to deliver a complete Ayurvedic Yoga Massage treatment.
We are committed since 1996 to delivering the highest standard of Ayurvedic Yoga Massage training to students. The ARYM Institute is a Platinum Training Provider affiliated with the IICT (International Institute for Complementary Therapists).
The AYM Therapist Training is 90% hands-on, and 10% theory given in lecture form.
The training also involves home-study, plus a post training practice period.
The therapist program is composed of 3 stages:
1. AYM Certified Practitioner: 56 + 30 hours (20 massages post training practice), total: 86 hours
2. AYM Therapist Diploma: 56 hours
3. AYM Professionalisation Days: 21 hours refresher every 24 months
After completion of the first 56-hour course, the newly Certified Practitioner will be able to deliver a tailor-made Ayurvedic Yoga Massage treatment.
Duration: 56 hours in 8 or 12 days + 30 hours post training practice for the 20 massages delivery.
Pre-requisite: Program is open to everyone
Program: The class is composed of demonstrations, hands-on practice of the massage sequences and stretches, enriched by instructor and participant feedback. More than 100 positions of assisted stretching and dozens of massage techniques (performed with hands, fists, elbows, feet, knees) are demonstrated. Anatomy, physiology and occupational health & safety, hygiene, infection control are given in lecture form.
The AYM Certified Practitioner is awarded after passing a skills assessment.
The training is delivered as follow:
Certification: AYM Certified Practitioner I-IV
Duration: 56 hours in 8 or 12 days
Pre-requisite: AYM Certified Practitioner
Program: The diploma course involves the review, reinforcement and validation of all the material learned in the AYM Certified Practitioner training. It introduced new massage techniques and series of assisted stretches.
The AYM Therapist Diploma is awarded after passing a skills assessment.
Certification: AYM Therapist Diploma V
Professionalisation Days put into practice and integrate the material covered in the Therapist Training. This is also an opportunity as a refresher course for any need of refinement of techniques and recertification every 2 years for former AYM certified students.
Duration: 1 to 3 days (7 hours per day).
Pre-requisite: The workshop is open to AYM Certified/Diploma therapists for Recertification or any need of refinement of techniques.
Program: Participants provide and receive the complete massage treatment under Ananta’s supervision and get individual feedback. Some key items focused on, include: flow of massage, timekeeping, choice and sequence of stretches to meet client needs; review, refinement and learning new techniques and Q&A. These practitioner meetings also help to create a stronger community of AYM therapists.
*To maintain AYM certification, therapists must participate in minimum of 21 hours every two years (necessary to be listed on the Find Therapist). This refresher is ideally done by 3 days of professionalisation, otherwise by any other course provided by the ARYM Institute.
The AYM Instructor Diploma is composed of 3 stages: Assistant, Certified and Instructor Diploma.
Following the first stage, the newly Authorized Instructors (assistant) will be able to facilitate the Introduction to AYM Therapy on their own.
Duration: 56, 112, 168 and up to 350+ hours.
Prerequisite: AYM Therapist diploma, plus substantial practice of the Ayurvedic Yoga Massage.
You can attend one or several Therapist Training courses, as Ananta’s assistant to assimilate the pedagogy necessary to teach Ayurvedic Yoga Massage.
Duration: 56+ hours
Pre-requisite: AYM Therapist Diploma
Certification: Authorized Instructor; will be awarded after the first or several assistantship periods, depending on skill level.
The Instructor Certificate enables the student to facilitate the AYM Therapist Training. It is taught in 3 parts that can be taken separately and in any order.
Duration: 108 hours (3 parts of 5 or 7 days each).
Pre-requisite: AYM Therapist Diploma, plus a reasonable experience as an Ayurvedic Yoga Massage practitioner.
Program: Training includes practice and theory –
Certification: AYM Certified Instructor V; after successful completion of the 3 parts
Duration: 180+ hours
Pre-requisite: AYM Certified Instructor
Program: A post-internship personal work that will –
Certification: ARYM Diploma Instructor VI
Masterclass series offers a good foundation knowledge on anatomy, physiology and pathology.
Numerous topics are explored using a variety of approaches: studies of anatomical sketches, colouring, modeling, multi-sensory exercises, palpation, etc. Masterclasses can be taken individually or in any order that suits one’s needs.
Duration: 15 to 24 hours per module
Prerequisite: Open to everyone
Program: These CPD courses offers a good basis knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology.
Program: AYM therapists, professional bodyworkers, yoga instructors
Program: Each Self-Care Masterclass contributes to acquiring the necessary theoretical basis as well as the hands-on knowledge needed for a protective practice on the floor (Thai massage, Shiatsu, yoga, Pilates, etc).
These aim to provide a spotlight on –
List of the Self-Care Masterclasses:
More Masterclasses to come! Do not hesitate to propose a Masterclass on a new topic.
The Therapist Training is 90% practical, and centered around instructor demonstrations, student practice, and feedback. This interactive learning allows students to experience the benefits of the treatment firsthand and quickly correct mistakes to learn each technique properly. You will:
Following session tests, certificate or diploma are awarded at the end of the training.
* The exact format & length of each course can vary slightly depending on location.
If you have any further questions about our training courses, please don’t hesitate to contact us!
