Join ARYM’s Advanced, Specialisation and Masterclass Courses. Whether you seek to validate your practice, master advanced techniques, enhance your professional approach, or simply refresh your skills. These structured programmes provide the knowledge, hands-on experience, and confidence to refine your techniques, expand your therapeutic expertise, and deepen your understanding of Ayurvedic Yoga Massage.
Duration: 21 hours (3-5 days)
Pre-requisite: Therapist Diploma Levels 1–4
The Refresher Course is perfect for certified AYM Therapists who want to revisit techniques, refresh their skills, and reconnect with the AYM community.
Participants can select specific days within an ongoing Certified AYM Therapist course to:
✔ Refresh their 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
A great opportunity to fine-tune your expertise and stay engaged to the AYM method and community.
Certification: Refresher Certificate
Duration: 56 hours (7-14 days)
Pre-requisite: Therapist Diploma Levels 1–4
Build on your foundational skills by reviewing, refining, and validating techniques from Levels 1–4, while expanding your practice with new massage methods and an extended series of assisted yoga stretches. Complete a skills assessment to earn the AYM Therapist Diploma Level 5 and elevate your expertise.
Key Elements:
• Review and Refinement: Comprehensive revision of Levels 1–4 techniques to ensure mastery.
• Advanced Techniques: New massage techniques, mobilisations and assisted stretches to expand your practice.
• Skill Validation: Hands-on training, feedback, and a final instructor evaluation.
Certification:
Upon successful completion, participants receive the AYM Therapist Diploma Level 5, a major step toward advanced professional expertise in Ayurvedic Yoga Massage.
This course is a critical milestone for practitioners looking to deepen their skills and expand their ability to address more complex client needs.
Duration: Four certificates, each 22 hours (total: 88 hours)
Pre-requisite: AYM Therapist Diploma Levels 1-4
Programme:
Elevate your expertise and specialise in Ayurvedic Yoga Massage. These four specialist certificates expand your skillset, enabling you to provide targeted, effective treatments for a variety of client needs.
** Completing these certificates adds 88 hours to your training, bringing your total to 200 hours when combined with Levels 1–5. Advance your skills and establish yourself as a leading Ayurvedic Yoga Massage practitioner.
Certificate 1: AYM Torsion & Traction Specialist Course
Duration: 22 hours
Master advanced torsion and traction techniques to address back pain and improve organ health. This course focuses on stimulating the nervous, musculoskeletal, circulatory, respiratory, and digestive systems, helping to relieve tension and enhance well-being and mobility. Through a comprehensive range of advanced stretches, you’ll acquire the tools to address structural imbalances and enhance your clients’ physical function and vitality.
Key Benefits:
• Effective approaches for back pain relief.
• Techniques to stimulate internal organ function.
• Advanced torsion and traction techniques for deeper healing.
Certificate 2: AYM Equipment Specialist Course
Duration: 22 hours
Expand your practice by incorporating equipment such as towels, belts, sandbags, chairs, bolsters, and inflatable balloons. Learn to deliver deeper, sustained stretches in a safe and supported environment.
Key Benefits:
✔ Address complex client needs with specialised equipment.
✔ Ensure safer, deeper therapeutic benefits.
✔ Take an essential step toward AYM Mastery.
Certificate 3: AYM Seated Stretch Specialist Course
Duration: 22 hours
Develop expertise in seated stretching, focusing on postures like the Butterfly, Crane, Twist, Rider, and Elephant. Learn advanced techniques to improve spinal mobility, open the rib cage, ease shoulder tension, and enhance organ function.
Key Benefits:
✔ Target specific areas with advanced seated stretches.
✔ Improve spinal mobility and organ function.
✔ Relieve tension and increase flexibility.
Certificate 4: AYM Leg Stretch Specialist Course
Duration: 22 hours
Specialise in comprehensive leg stretches to address issues such as tight psoas muscles, groin tension, and visceral restrictions. Learn advanced techniques to stretch the front, external, and internal leg muscles, groin, and surrounding structures.
Key Benefits:
✔ Techniques to stretch and release tension in the legs.
✔ Strategies to address tight psoas muscles and groin discomfort.
✔ Provide effective, long-term relief for clients with mobility challenges.
Certification:
Upon completion of all four courses, participants receive the AYM Specialist Therapist Level 6 Certification.
These certifications are key milestones for practitioners looking to deepen their expertise in bodywork, enhance their practice, and effectively support a wide range of client needs with confidence and precision.
Certification: AYM Specialist Therapist Level 6 (when completed all 4 certificates)
• 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.
Each Self-Care MasterClass is designed for AYM therapists, professional bodyworkers, and yoga instructors, providing both theoretical foundations and practical skills for safe and effective floor-based bodywork (Thai massage, Shiatsu, yoga, Pilates, etc.). Topics include:
✔ 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.
** Tip: Submit your questions in advance for a more personalized response.
Exclusive Video Library Access – Regularly updated video tutorials covering key techniques and practical refreshers.
** Tip: Request specific techniques you’d like to see covered.
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.
** Tip: Get involved! Share your experiences, become a moderator, and grow into a leadership role—even as a future instructor!
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 REQUIREMENT:
Programme accessible only 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.
Dear Ananta, I am grateful to see our work spreading across so many countries through your dedication. Congratulations, and I send you my blessings.” — Kusum Modak, creator of the original Ayurvedic Yoga Massage method (AYM)
“This advanced courses with Ananta, following the initial AYM Therapist training, has significantly enriched my skills and practice, enabling me to customise each treatment according to my client’s needs. I highly recommend them!”
Ananta’s AYM training is top-class! Highly recommended for yoga teachers, massage therapists, and anyone interested in massage for personal use. His insights greatly improved my practice. Excited to join the next session soon!
“Ananta is an inspiring teacher with three decades of AYM expertise. His precision, compassion, and patience continue to guide my AYM journey. Having undergone 3 training courses with ARYM, I’ve gained mastery and depth in this beautiful work”
“I completed the ARYM course in 2016 in Berlin. What an incredible experience! I continue to apply these valuable skills I learned from Ananta to assist my clients and fellow ballet dancers. They love it!”
“The Ayurvedic yoga massage was a real revelation, I had never received such a powerful massage. As for the ARYM training, Ananta is an excellent teacher, highly qualified and always available. Highly recommended!”
As a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner trained with Dr. Deepak Chopra, I recommend the Ayurvedic Yoga Massage method. It offers healing and energy to both giver and receiver. Thank you, Ananta, for your expertise and dedication!
“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!”
“Exceptional, rare training! Ananta teaches with meticulous care, and the massage effectively relieves deep tension and stress and realigns the posture. Highly recommend for a top-class practice”
“Excellent course! Enjoyed every session. AYM techniques are fantastic, and Ananta’s vast experience made it even better. Highly recommended for yoga students and massage therapists seeking a deeper understanding of the human body”
“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”
Outstanding course that has led me, a certified massage therapist, to reevaluate my approach to bodywork. I highly advise this course for all!
As a certified Ayurveda practitioner, I also trained with ARYM in Paris and Goa—an incredible journey! Now my clients deeply value the powerful Ayurvedic Yoga Massage bodywork together with my traditional Ayurvedic care
“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”
“I am grateful to Ananta for sharing his massage wisdom and delighted to have joined his training. After an 8-day course in London, I gave many much-appreciated massages which launched my career as a practitioner, and today my business is thriving”
“I loved ARYM training, gaining a deep understanding of my own and others’ bodies. Ananta’s expertise is transformative, healing & inspiring. I felt ready to start right after the course, and I’m looking forward to more courses”
“After a 2-week course in Mysore, I sensed that AYM therapy held hidden treasures and enrolled in the diploma course in Goa. This course significantly enhanced my skills, especially in integrating the stretches. I began offering AYM to my clients right after it”
“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”
“I enjoyed the friendly and informal atmosphere of the classes and Ananta’s expertise, making this course ideal for productive learning. Highly recommended for massage therapists of all styles and anyone interested in bodywork”
“My mother suffered from persistent back pain, mainly in her lumbar region and right thigh. After enrolling in the course to assist her and providing several massages, her pain completely vanished. Thanks to Ananta!”
“I’ve assisted Ananta in AYM classes for years in Goa. With my 50+ years of diverse teaching experience, I deeply value his expertise and patience”
“I completed ARYM’s practitioner training in Berlin and it was extraordinary. Initially, I wanted to share Ayurvedic Yoga Massage’s benefits with friends, but I’m considering dedicating more of my life to it. Thanks 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 joined Ananta’s training in London, loved it! Hands-on and rich in knowledge. It inspired me to organize an AYM course in my Edinburgh practice—a fabulous experience. Thanks Ananta for sharing your experience and for your support.”
“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”
“Outstanding course! I feel so much more flexible, open and happy after this course. The energy of the group was fantastic, and Ananta is the best teacher I’ve ever had. I highly recommend it to get back to a healthy body and mind!”
“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!”
“Initially, I only planned the 56-hour AYM Certificate course in Goa. However, I was truly inspired by Ananta’s teachings and decided to join the 2nd phase Diploma course in Mysore as well. Best decision!!”
“Ananta, you changed my body in just 3 days!! Ayurvedic Yoga Massage is truly remarkable. Thanks so much.”
Fantastic course! Improved my mobility and eased back pain. Great atmosphere and connection with others. Learning to massage was a joy – I’d love to do it again!
“It feels amazing not only when giving but also when receiving it. I can’t wait to share this wonderful training experience with others. Ananta, thank you for being an awesome teacher and a wonderful person. I absolutely love AYM”
“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”
