Dr. Rucha Kelkar
Dr. Rucha Kelkar is an accomplished Ayurvedic physician, physical therapist, educator, and integrative wellness leader with over 24 years of experience advancing Ayurveda, Yoga, and holistic healthcare.
$300.00
This course is part of the following programs:
Admission to the course and basic interest/ Information of Ayurveda
In this course, students will be able to:
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Vedic traditions, focusing on their application in promoting healthy aging, vitality, resilience, and longevity. The curriculum examines fundamental principles of holistic health, including nutrition, digestion, metabolism, daily routines, physical activity, stress management, meditation, and self-care practices. Participants will explore traditional and evidence-informed approaches to preventing and supporting the management of common lifestyle-related health concerns while developing an understanding of individualized wellness practices.
The course also introduces the classical Ayurvedic concepts of Rasayana (rejuvenation) and Vajikarana (vitality and reproductive well-being), highlighting their traditional significance in promoting resilience and longevity. Additional topics include the traditional applications of Ayurvedic herbs, medicinal spices, therapeutic culinary practices, and simple home remedies. Through interactive discussions, demonstrations, and experiential learning activities, participants will develop practical skills to integrate traditional Vedic wisdom with contemporary wellness approaches. The course culminates in the development of a Personal Healthy Aging Plan incorporating individualized nutrition, lifestyle modifications, mind-body practices, and rejuvenation strategies to support sustainable health, vitality, and lifelong well-being.
This 10-week interactive course consists of weekly 90-minute sessions designed to integrate theoretical knowledge, group discussions, demonstrations, and practical applications of Vedic, Ayurvedic, and Yogic principles. Each session will include 40–50 minutes of lectures and discussions, 15 minutes of demonstrations or practical examples, 15–25 minutes of experiential learning activities, and 10 minutes dedicated to questions, reflection, and guidance for home practice.
Participants will engage in weekly assignments to reinforce their learning and encourage the integration of wellness practices into daily life. These activities will include daily routine (Dinacharya) tracking, food and digestion journaling, meditation and breathing exercises, implementation of healthy lifestyle habits, preparation of simple traditional home remedies, and reflective journaling to monitor personal progress.
The course will culminate in a final project in which participants develop a Personal Healthy Aging Plan integrating Vedic principles, Ayurveda, Yoga, religious practices, spirituality, nutrition, physical exercise, lifestyle modifications, stress management, and rejuvenation strategies. The plan will incorporate individualized wellness recommendations to support healthy aging, vitality, resilience, and lifelong well-being.
$300.00
On the program page, there are multiple payment plan options to choose from.
