Ayurveda Massage Therapy

Upon completion of this course, you will receive an Ayurveda Massage Therapist Level 1 Diploma Qualification.

The Ayurveda Massage Therapy Level 1 diploma has been fully accredited by the Complementary Medicines Association, which delivers complementary medicines excellence across the United Kingdom.

The full price for the level 1 diploma is £895. Previous students of the School of Ayurveda UK are entitled to a discounted price of £795.

Payment Structure:

• 50% on registration

• 50% before the first online session

The Ayurveda Massage Therapy level 1 diploma includes  5 Face to Face practical training days. In addition to this there will be online live sessions and e-learning videos to deliver the theoretical component of the course. Attendance to all of the teaching days as well as the online live sessions are mandatory.

Each student will be assessed by means of a practical assessment on the final day of the face to face study days as well as an online written assessment that will take place approximately 2 weeks after the practical assessment.

A full refund (minus £95 administration fee) may be granted in the event that you wish to withdraw from this course before the start date i.e. the first online livestream session. This request must be made in writing to The School of Ayurveda UK prior to commencement of the course. Refunds will not be granted after commencement of the course.

Students who complete the Ayurveda Massage Therapy Level 1 Diploma will have a comprehensive understanding of Ayurvedic massage.

This Level 1 diploma will allow students to:

• Provide clients with expert Ayurvedic massage

• Assess suitability of a patient for Ayurveda massage treatment

• Provide Ayurveda massage therapy at retreat centres/spa’s

• Work alongside other Ayurvedic professionals and practitioners

• Start your own private Ayurveda Massage practice

• Understand Ayurvedic oils and formulations

• Balance and heal yourself using the ancient science of Ayurveda

Students are advised to undertake additional training before practicing Panchakarma therapy in the UK.

The Ayurveda Massage Therapy Level 1 Diploma is delivered over a period of 6 weeks. Within this 6-week period there will be 5 full face to face practical training days as well as online live sessions and 2 assessments (please see information on assessments below)

Students are advised to spend up to 3 hours a week on self-directed reading in addition to the practical/theory sessions delivered by the school.

The payment schedule for the Ayurveda Massage Therapy Level 1 Diploma is the following:

• 50% on registration

• 50% prior to commencement of the course

The core Ayurveda reference book is included within the course fees and will be provided to students on day 1 of the practical session.

Presentation slides and e-learning videos will be provided by the school to aid learning. 

Equipment and materials required for the demonstrations including introductory oil packs, wipes etc. will be provided during the practical sessions.

Students are advised to wear comfortable loose-fitting clothing during the practical training days.

You are advised to bring a note pad and pen as well as one large towel.

Light refreshments will be provided during the 5 day practical sessions (Lunch not included).

This course includes the use of therapeutic oils as well as physical touch. Students are advised to notify the School of Ayurveda of any allergies or conditions that may impact the completion of the course. By applying for this course, students accept that an element of physical touch will be required for the sole purpose of teaching Ayurveda Massage. There will be no one-to-one sessions during this course and all practical demonstrations will take place in a classroom setting.

If students do not wish to partake in any part of the physical demonstrations, they should notify The School of Ayurveda UK prior to commencement of the course.

No previous training in Ayurveda is required to apply for this course. The School of Ayurveda UK will consider applications from students with relevant experience. Please contact the school for further information on whether you meet the admissions criteria. Having an understanding of Human Anatomy and Physiology will be beneficial for your learning.  

If you do not have any prior knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology and wish to undertake this training prior to commencement of the course, The School of Ayurveda UK has partnered with Essential Training Solutions, and are able to offer our students an online Anatomy & Physiology course at a discounted price of £63.00. Upon registration with The School of Ayurveda UK, a promo code will be provided.

The Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology is an FHT accredited fully online course and meets national occupational criteria.

You will be assessed via:

• Short practical assessment which will take place on the final day of the 5 day practical training sessions

• 1 hour online written theory assessment

The Ayurveda Massage Therapy Level 1 Diploma will be delivered at a teaching site at DeMontfort University, Leicester. Full details will be provided to students on request of a prospectus.

Accommodation is not provided for this course, however The School of Ayurveda UK can recommend local hotels that are within 10 mins walk to the teaching site. Please see prospectus for further details. Students are advised to book their accommodation in advance of the course.

Parking at the training site is not provided however The School of Ayurveda UK can recommend local parking facilities that are near the teaching site.