When you join the ARYM Therapist Diploma programme, you can start with zero experience in Ayurvedic Yoga Massage or build on your existing massage skills to master the AYM practice. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already trained in another massage technique, this course equips you to create a fulfilling career in holistic healing.
Learn a globally recognised method, IICT-accredited
90% hands-on training ensures rapid skill mastery
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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”
Learn the transformative power of Ayurvedic Yoga Massage through the practice of various techniques, such as deep tissue stimulations, mobilizations, assisted stretches, and facial massage. By alternating daily between the roles of giver and receiver, you will fully experience its benefits while developing fluidity and mastery of movement. This program, with 90% hands-on practice, will provide you with a deep understanding of the body and the art of touch.
Duration: 56 hours (8-14 days), plus 15 hours of post-training self-practice
Pre-requisite: Open to all
Certification: AYM Therapist Diploma Levels 1-4
** If completing the full 56-hour course at once is challenging, you can divide it into two sections. Start with the first 28-hour segment (Levels 1-2), and complete the second part at a later date.
LEVELS 1-4 COURSE BREAKDOWN
Level 1: Fundamentals of the AYM – Back side of the body (14h)
Focus on the back, arms, shoulder blades, shoulders, neck, and back of the legs, using hands, feet, and an introduction to assisted stretches.
Level 2: Front of the Body and Seated Stretches (14h)
Techniques for the legs, abdomen, thorax, neck, and face, with an emphasis on leg and seated stretches.
Level 3: Introduction to Advanced Stretches (14h)
Explore more complex assisted stretching techniques while revisiting and refining the massage sequences.
Level 4: Full Integration and Assessment (14h)
Combine all techniques into a complete massage treatment, master advanced stretches, and undergo a skills assessment on the final clinic day.
Recommended Post-Training Practice (15h)
Complete 10 full massage treatments within a month after training to refine and consolidate your skills.
This comprehensive programme emphasises 90% practical learning for effective skill development, ensuring you’re ready to offer transformative bodywork treatments while starting your journey as a professional AYM Therapist.
Enriched by guided feedback, clear commentary on anatomy and physiology, and explanations on safety and hygiene, this training leaves you well-prepared to embark on your journey as a professional AYM therapist.
This workshop is designed to be accessible to all, it’s an excellent way to explore the foundations of Ayurvedic Yoga Massage!
Prerequisite: Open to everyone
Timing: 3-hour workshop
Short Demonstrations:
Observe key techniques, such as warming up the back and arms, stimulating the erector spinae, and opening the scapulae, to build your foundation.
Interactive Practice:
Apply impactful techniques like neck massage, cobra stretch, and belly massage under expert guidance.
Hands-On Experience:
Focus on fundamental methods, including warming up the back and legs, while learning how to integrate breathwork for a seamless massage flow.
1. Oil and Calamus Massage:
2. Yoga-Based Assisted Stretches:
3. Belly and Facial Massage:
4. Introduction to the Use of Props for Support:
This 3 to 6-hour introductory workshop is ideal for yoga studios and massage centers looking to host an ARYM event for their community—whether through a one-time workshop or as part of the ARYM Affiliates Programme.
