Ayurveda
Courses + Classes
The ultimate cause of health or illness lies in our awareness.
The stronger our connection to pure consciousness — the underlying field of intelligence from which balance and healing arise — the more stable and resilient our health becomes.
Ayurveda is a consciousness-based system of care. It works not only at the level of the body, but by enlivening and restoring smriti — the inner memory of wholeness and natural order within us.
The classes and workshops offered at Somaveda are designed to cultivate this awareness in practical ways. Through study, discussion and embodied experience, participants learn how to recognise imbalance early, strengthen daily rhythms, and support health from its deepest foundation.
Ayurveda Essentials
6-week Course
September 15 - October 20, 2026
Tuesday evenings, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
A comprehensive introduction to Ayurvedic philosophy and application. This course explores constitution (prakriti), digestion (agni), daily rhythm (dinacharya), seasonal living and foundational therapeutic principles for modern life.
Suitable for beginners and those seeking structured understanding of Ayurvedic practice.
Ayurvedic Cooking Demonstration &
Communal Feast
Sunday, September 27, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
An experiential lunch focused on seasonal Ayurvedic cooking principles. Learn how to prepare balanced meals that support digestion and nervous system stability, followed by a shared communal feast.
Ayurveda at Home
Practical resources to help you build a nourishing daily practice
Explore three beautiful mantras honouring the Divine Mother in her many forms. This gentle introduction to Sanskrit chanting cultivates devotion, courage, creativity, and a deeper connection to the nurturing qualities within.
This class is approximately 20 minutes long. The recording and the mantra sheet will be sent to you by email.
Devi Mantra Class
Learn three uplifting Surya (Sun) mantras and discover how this traditional practice can support vitality, mental clarity, and inner light. Suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
This class is approximately 20 minutes long. The recording and the mantra sheet will be sent to you by email.
Surya Mantra Class
Learn three traditional Ganesha mantras in this beginner-friendly chanting class. Discover their meaning, correct pronunciation, and how this ancient practice can cultivate clarity, confidence, and the strength to move through life's obstacles.
This class is approximately 20 minutes long. The recording and the mantra sheet will be sent to you by email.
Ganesha Mantra Class
A gentle guided breath practice to help balance the three doshas, calm the nervous system, and restore a sense of harmony in body and mind. Suitable for all levels, this simple practice offers an accessible way to reconnect with your natural rhythm.
This class is approximately 20 minutes long. The recording and the mantra sheet will be sent to you by email.
Gentle Ayurvedic Breath Practice
After applying your warm oil during your self-abhyanga practice, I will gently guide you through a simple spinal flexibility sequence while the oil is soaking into your tissues.
These mindful movements help mobilise the spine, improve circulation, encourage healthy lymphatic flow, support digestion, and gently stimulate the nervous system. Rather than sitting and waiting for the oil to absorb, this 10–15 minute practice allows your body to move, awaken, and receive even greater benefit from your self-abhyanga.
The sequence isn’t only for self-abhyanga. It’s a wonderful daily practice that you can do at any time to keep your spine healthy, your body supple, your circulation moving, and your lymphatic system flowing well. But when practised while your oil is soaking in, it’s an ideal way to make the most of those 10–15 minutes and enhance the overall benefits of your self-care ritual.
Suitable for all ages and levels of flexibility, this gentle sequence helps you feel more mobile, energised, grounded, and connected to your body.
Guided Spinal Flexibility Sequence
Learn how ghee supports digestion, nourishes the nervous system, and helps restore balance through simple daily practices. This beautifully illustrated guide includes traditional uses, step-by-step guidance for making your own ghee, and nourishing recipes including 10-Minute Thermo Kitchari, Old-Fashioned Oats, and soothing bedtime milk.
Whether you’re new to Ayurveda or deepening your understanding, it’s a practical guide to bringing the benefits of ghee into everyday life.
Calm the Nervous System with Ghee