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Dear friend, Thank you for your interest in the Kripalu School of Ayurveda. We are proud to be part of spreading the wisdom of this ancient healing science. The next session of the School of Ayurveda begins in September 2007. Here are some suggestions for preparing for the course:

• If you do not already have a regular yoga practice, we suggest that you begin to practice, preferably on a daily basis.

• Read and outline The Seven Systems of Indian Philosophy by Pandit Rajmani Tigunait before the commencement of the training. This assignment is due the second weekend of the training but may be completed in advance.

• Certification as an Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist requires completion of a 200-hour yoga teacher training.

Please follow the instructions below and return the application to Kripalu Professional Training, PO Box 309, Stockbridge, MA 01262.

• Make sure that you meet the prerequisite requirements. • Complete the application and attach the essays on a separate sheet of paper.

• Read the Criteria for Certification, Responsibility Agreement, and Code of Ethics and keep for your

records. Signing the application indicates acceptance of the terms of these documents. • Enclose a $50 application fee payable to Kripalu Center. For international applicants, checks must

be drawn on a domestic bank—we are unable to accept checks on which “U.S. dollars” is written in by hand. If you prefer to make payment by credit card, please call 800-848-8702.

• Wait to be contacted to set up an interview to finalize the application process.

If you have any additional questions, please call us at 800-848-8702 or e-mail KSA@kripalu.org. Sincerely, Kripalu Professional Training Programs

mission

The mission of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda (KSA) is to prepare students for professional certification as Ayurvedic Consultants and Ayurvedic Yoga Specialists through experiential training programs that combine professional, academic study with personal experience and exploration.

goals

• To provide students with a strong foundation in Ayurvedic principles and practices • To prepare students for a professional career in Ayurveda

two levels of certification

ayurvedic consultant For health-care practitioners and those interested in helping others achieve optimal health and vitality. Certification qualifies you to provide lifestyle consultations that focus on optimizing physical, mental and spiritual health. In-depth studies include Vedic philosophy, Ayurvedic anatomy, physiology, and psychology, herbology, constitutional evaluation, clinical training, and Sanskrit. This 700-hour program is comprised of 18 sessions over two years, plus a clinical intensive. Upon successful completion students will be certified through KSA as Ayurvedic Consultants. ayurvedic yoga specialist For yoga teachers seeking knowledge of Ayurveda to enhance their personal practice and instruction. This training will focus on the basic principles of Ayurveda and how they relate to yoga. Upon completion you will be able to integrate Ayurveda into your yoga classes, giving your students a deeper understanding of their body type, as well as how the basic concepts of Ayurveda relate to everyday life. This certification is comprised of the first seven sessions of the Consultant training. Upon successful completion students will be certified through the KSA as Ayurvedic Yoga Specialists.

program structure

Training takes place through 3-day weekend sessions (Thursday evening through Sunday morning), with each weekend comprising approximately 25 hours of class instruction. Each weekend a member of the faculty will present theory and techniques for all aspects of Ayurvedic healing.

written assignments

Students are required to complete extensive homework assignments between training segments and hand them in for review. The assignments are designed to reinforce the material learned during class time and allow students to apply knowledge of Ayurvedic principles to a wide variety of situations and practices. Successful and timely completion of homework is an integral component of the learning process and certification. Homework for the two levels of certification may be different. Yoga teachers completing certification at both levels will need to complete both assignments. There will be 20 to 40 hours of homework between each session.

curriculum

History and Philosophy of Ayurveda The historical connection to the Vedas, the ancient texts that form the basis of Ayurveda; the historical background of Ayurveda in India and how it evolved into modern schools; and the cosmology of Ayurveda and where it stands in relation to the other schools of yogic thought.

Ayurvedic Lifestyle Training Practical Ayurvedic principles, including daily routines, seasonal routines, disease prevention, and yoga for everyday health, including lectures on nutrition for balancing the doshas; the practical instruction helps support each student’s personal experience with Ayurveda.

Sanskrit Training in the Sanskrit language, including the alphabet, rules, grammar, and use of Sanskrit dictionaries; includes one weekend intensive in the basics of Sanskrit and additional training specific to its use in Ayurveda in subsequent sessions.

Ayurvedic Anatomy and Physiology Part I: The biological humors or doshas, including their qualities, actions, and sites; the 20 attributes, subdoshas, seven tissues, seven nutritive membranes, and the malas. Part II: Agni and its 13 forms, ama, the srotas and organs, and an introduction to the concepts of etiology and pathology.

Ayurvedic Psychology The biological humors; the three gunas—prana, tejas, and ojas—as they relate to the mind; introduction to spiritual therapies: meditation, mantra, gems, color therapy, aromatherapy, and Jyotish astrology.

Yoga and Ayurveda The different body types and how they relate to asana and pranayama practice; the proper or optimal practice for each type or combination of types and how to use yoga to balance the doshas.

Etiology and Pathology of Disease Part I: Etiology, digestion, assimilation, and elimination and the disease process. Part II: Methods of examination and diagnosis; the disease process in the seven constitutional types; how integral digestion, assimilation, and elimination are to proper functioning of the body; methods of examination to determine disease processes; and how to develop an understanding of all these factors to form a diagnosis.

Digestion and Nutrition The six tastes and the specific action of each; the potent energy of food and its post-digestive effects; how the six tastes relate to the doshas; dietary guidelines for both constitutional and seasonal balance; how to use diet for healing; and how Ayurvedic cooking contributes to optimal health.

Ayurvedic Herbalism Ayurvedic herbalism; the science of substances and their qualities; the ways in which herbs and other substances are classified by rasa (taste), virya (potency), vipaka (post-digestive effect), and prabhava (special actions); how they compare and contrast with Western herbology; and 30 to 40 common herbs and their usage, including the effect of herbs on tissues and the channel system.

Pulse Diagnosis The basics of assessing the state of the doshas, organs, and tissues; the stages of disease and the mental state; how the pulse differs from constitution to constitution; and how the pulse changes when there is imbalance in the system.

Ayurvedic Therapies The seven methods of palliation, including snehana and sudation; overview of the five purifications called panchakarma, as well as tonification, marma therapy, and Ayurvedic massage.

Clinical Three-session series: how Ayurvedic consultants conduct examinations, make assessments, recommend therapies, and manage different doshic disorders; a unique opportunity to discover how consultants differ in approach, offering students ideas on creating their own style.

Ethics and Business Management The ethics of the Ayurvedic profession along with opportunities for advancing one’s knowledge in this field; ways in which to share information about setting up a successful business and an exploration of what support networks already exist; includes legislation and its possible effects on the ability to practice, and how to get involved in community issues.

Clinical Intensive At some point during your 2-year training program, you will be required to come and provide assistance and support to the participants of panchakarma. Panchakarma is a 5-day cleansing and rejuvenation program utilizing Ayurvedic massage techniques, eating practices, education, and lifestyle support. It is not intended to be a training in Ayurvedic massage techniques. However, it does provide an opportunity to observe consultations and educational sessions, learn about the procedures, and participate in client experience on a very personal level. There will be an additional fee for this program.

textbooks

You will need a Sanskrit dictionary. An online version may be found at http://webapps.uni-koeln.de/tamil. All textbooks will be available for purchase in the Kripalu Shop.

Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist

Required (approximately $300)

• David Frawley, The Ayurvedic Healing Correspondence Course for Health Care Professionals

• David Frawley, Yoga and Ayurveda: Self-Healing and Self-Realization (Lotus Press)

• David Frawley and Sandra Summerfield Kozak Yoga for your Type (Lotus Press)

• David Frawley, Seven Systems of Indian Philosophy (Himalayan Institute Press)

• Vasant Lad, The Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles (Ayurvedic Press)

Recommended

• David Frawley, Ayurveda and the Mind: The Healing of Consciousness, (Lotus Press)

• David Frawley and Vasant Lad, The Yoga of Herbs: An Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine, (Lotus Press)

• David Frawley, Ayurvedic Healing: A Comprehensive Guide: The World’s Oldest Self-Healing System (Passage Press)

• Sunil Joshi, Ayurveda and Panchakarma: The Science of Healing and Rejuvenation, (Lotus Press)

Ayurvedic Consultant

Required (approximately $700)

• Charak (seven volumes), Bhagwan Dash

• David Frawley,The Ayurvedic Healing Correspondence Course for Health Care Professionals

• David Frawley and Vasant Lad, The Yoga of Herbs: An Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine (Lotus Press)

• Vasant Lad, Secrets of the Pulse (Ayurvedic Press)

• Vasant Lad, The Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Volumes One and Two (Ayurvedic Press)

• Pandit Rajmani Tigunait, Seven Systems of Indian Philosophy (Himalayan Institute Press)

• Astanga Hridayam

• Sushrut (three books)

Recommended

• David Frawley, Ayurvedic Healing: A Comprehensive Guide: The World’s Oldest Self-Healing System (Passage Press)

• David Frawley, Yoga and Ayurveda: Self-Healing and Self-Realization (Lotus Press)

• David Frawley, Ayurveda and the Mind: The Healing of Consciousness (Lotus Press)

• Sunil Joshi, Ayurveda and Panchakarma: The Science of Healing and Rejuvenation (Lotus Press)

faculty

BAMS Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (India) RYT Registered Yoga Teacher DAy Diplomat of Ayurveda DOM Doctor of Oriental Medicine Faculty members are thoroughly grounded in the tradition of Ayurveda and teach or practice themselves. Each holds a BAMS degree or has studied at least five years with a qualified Ayurvedic scholar (vaidya) in the traditional teacher-student format and has been practicing Ayurvedic medicine for at least four years. A review board regularly assesses all candidate qualifications. Shekhar Annambhotla, BAMS, MD in Ayurveda (India), RYT500, has been an Ayurvedic practitioner, teacher, and researcher for over 16 years. He received his BAMS degree in 1988 from Nagarjuna University in India and subsequently earned his MD in Ayurveda degree in 1991 from Gujarat Ayurveda University in India. He has traveled extensively throughout Europe, Latin America, and North America for the past seven years, practicing and teaching Ayurveda. www.ojas.us Jay Apte, MS Pharmacology, BAMS, has 25 years of experience in Ayurvedic and allopathic health care, including private practice, research and development, and teaching. She received a BAMS degree from Pune University in India in 1973 and a master’s degree in pharmacology from the University of North Texas in 1991. In 1999, she opened Ayurveda Institute of America, an educational institution that teaches Ayurveda to medical professionals such as doctors, chiropractors, registered nurses, physicians’ assistants, and others. Scott Blossom is a licensed acupuncturist and yoga therapist and has done extensive studies in biology, anatomy, physiology, traditional Chinese medicine, and Ayurveda. www.shunyatayoga.com Dr. John Douillard, DC, PhD, is author of The Encyclopedia of Ayurvedic Massage; Perfect Health for Kids; The 3-Season Diet; and Body, Mind, and Sport. He practices Ayurvedic and chiropractic medicine in Boulder, Colorado. Previously, he codirected Deepak Chopra’s Ayurvedic center for eight years and was director of player development for the New Jersey Nets. www.lifespa.com David Frawley is one of the few Westerners ever recognized in India as a vedacharya or teacher of the ancient wisdom. In 1995 he was given the title of Pandit along with the Brahmachari Vishwanathji award for his knowledge of the Vedic teaching. In India, he is recognized as a vaidya (Ayurvedic doctor), jyotishi (Vedic Astrologer), puranic (Vedic historian), and yogi, a rare accomplishment for an American born in Wisconsin. In the United States, he studied Ayurveda with Vasant Lad and has taught at Lad’s Ayurvedic Institute in New Mexico. Hilary Garivaltis, DAy, is the KSA Dean. A trained Ayurvedic Practitioner, she holds a degree from the New England Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine and a certificate from the Rishikesh College of Ayurveda in Rishikesh, India. She holds diplomat status through the American Ayurvedic Association and is recognized by the World Health Organization. She also leads programs in Ayurvedic Bodywork and provides private Ayurvedic consultations at Kripalu Center.

Vyaas Houston is the founder and director of the American Sanskrit Institute. His Sanksrit training has provided thousands of people with the opportunity to discover their own unique relationship with Sanskrit. He is the author of Sanskrit by Cassette and has recorded and translated many Sanskrit classics. Vasant Lad, BAMS, MASc, is an Ayurvedic physician and founder and director of the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He has been a practitioner and professor of Ayurveda for 35 years. Lad served for three years as medical director of the Ayurveda Hospital in Pune, India and was professor of clinical medicine at the Pune University College of Ayurvedic Medicine for 15 years. His academic and practical training include the study of allopathy and surgery as well as traditional Ayurveda. Respected throughout the world for his knowledge of Ayurveda, Lad’s most recent book is The Textbook of Ayurveda. Avinash Lele, BAMS, MASc, has a specialization in panchakarma and rasayan. He has been a postgraduate teacher of Ayurveda since 1983 in India, the United States, and Europe. Swami Shivananda Saraswati, RYT, DAy, came to yoga after a life of pursuing varied interests. Once he met his guru, Shri Brahmananda Saraswati Udajjin (Dr. Ramamurti Mishra), he focused entirely on Sanskrit, yoga, meditation, and related subjects. After 10 years of study he was initiated as a swami. In the 1990s he earned a degree in Ayurveda and now practices in Newport, Rhode Island, where he also teaches yoga, primarily to the elderly. Robert E. Svoboda, BAMS, is the first Westerner to graduate from a college of Ayurveda and become licensed to practice in India. During and after his formal Ayurvedic training in India, Robert was tutored in Ayurveda, yoga, Jyotish, tantra, and other forms of classical Indian lore by his mentor, the Aghori Vimalananda. After living in India for more than a decade, he continues to spend many months there each year there and travels to many other countries. The author of a dozen books, he serves as adjunct faculty for the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque and for Bastyr University in Seattle. Claudia Welch, DOM, began her study of Ayurveda in 1987. She received a master’s degree in oriental medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College in 1997 and is on the teaching faculty there, as well as at The Ayurvedic Institute.

accreditation

Kripalu School of Ayurveda courses are approved under the Kripalu School of Yoga license by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Education.

certification policies

Attendance Attendance is required at all scheduled weekends and at each session within the weekend. Students will be asked to check in at the beginning of each session. Attendance will be a factor in determining the final grade. Should an emergency arise that would necessitate missing a weekend, the KSA Dean will determine how the material can be made up. Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist candidates are allowed to miss at most one session of the seven months; attendance at the 7th session is mandatory for certification at this level. Ayurvedic Consultant candidates are allowed to miss at most two sessions of the 18 months. Makeup procedures will be followed. If the Sanskrit intensive is missed, another Sanskrit training (at least 20 hours) will be required at additional cost. At least one of the herbology weekends and all of the clinical weekends must be attended. Mastery of the missed material is required for certification.

Grading Demonstrating mastery of the material covered in the program through successful completion of written and practical exams and submission of homework assignments is mandatory and will be used to evaluate student progress and the ability to retain and integrate course material. Homework must be handed in at the beginning of each session. Attendance will also be considered when determining final grade.

student conduct Students are required to conduct themselves in a professional manner during all components of this training. They are also required to adhere to the Kripalu Code of Ethics, the Responsibility Agreement, and the Certification Agreement. If a complaint is made against a student in the training program, the KSA Dean will conduct an investigation as appropriate.

admissions

KSA is committed to maintaining the experiential depth and high standards of professionalism that distinguish all Kripalu programs. KSA does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, disability, gender, marital or family status, nationality, religion, or sexual preference. In determining an applicant’s suitability to be trained as a helping professional, the Admissions Committee considers all factors necessary to safeguard the well-being of the public, other students, and the KSA staff. If an applicant feels that his or her application has been wrongly denied, the issue can be raised with the Director of Professional Training, whose decision shall be final.

application process

Upon receipt of an application and an interview with the KSA Dean, either by phone or in person, the Admissions Committee will make a decision about a candidate’s acceptance. We will then notify you as to your acceptance.

prerequisites

Applicants must have a high school diploma and be able to read and write in English. Experience with yoga is required. Training in Western anatomy and physiology is required for graduation from the Ayurvedic Consultant program. This requirement may be met with at least two semesters of college-level anatomy and physiology, or by completing at least 100 hours of other anatomy and physiology training. The anatomy and physiology requirement does not apply to the Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist program. Certification as an Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist requires completion of a 200-hour yoga teacher training in advance of the program.

registration information

You may register for either of these certification programs only after your application has been received and approved. Application and approval does not hold your space in the program: you must register for the training after your application has been approved.

payment

Registration for the school of Ayurveda will be taken one quarter at a time. Payment in full for both the tuition and housing for the quarter is due at the time of registration payable by VISA or MasterCard. A check may be sent to cover the payment in the event you do not wish to use a credit card. If you live outside the United States and wish to pay by check, it must be in U.S. funds (handwriting “U.S. Funds” on a personal check is not acceptable). Returned checks incur a $20 fee.

cancellation policy

Refunds (less a $100 processing fee) will be given according to the following schedule: For cancellations 2 or more days prior to start of program, 100% of deposit will be refunded. Less than 2 days prior to and up to completion of 25% of program, 25% of monies paid will be refunded. No other refunds or credits are available. The standard cancellation policy applies to all other charges.

housing costs and accommodations

Please refer to kripalu.org for housing prices. Several types of accommodations are available: dormitory, double-occupancy, and private rooms with hall or private bath. Options in double-occupancy or private rooms include room size and lake views.

commuters

If you choose not to stay at Kripalu, commuter spaces are available. Please contact Reservations at 800-741-7353 for current commuter cost. Several meal plans are available and the cost includes full use of the facilities when not in program sessions. For information about housing opportunities in the area, contact the Berkshire Visitors Center at 800-237-5747.

financial aid

Financial aid in the form of student loans is available through SLM Financial, a Sallie Mae Company. For more information, contact 888-272-5543 or visit www.slmfinancial.com. Kripalu also provides scholarships for students with financial need. Contact the office for a scholarship application. Applications for scholarships must be submitted at least three months prior to the program start date to be considered.

student complaint procedure

From time to time differences in interpretation of school policies may arise among students, faculty, and/or the administration. When such disputes occur, a major contributing factor is usually a miscommunication or misunderstanding. Both Kripalu Center and KSA put a premium on conscious communication and urge both students and staff to communicate any problems that arise directly to the individual(s) involved. If the problem cannot be resolved in this manner, the KSA Dean should be contacted. Normally, these informal procedures will lead to a resolution of differences. If the complaint cannot be resolved in this way, the student may contact the Director of Professional Trainings. If the matter remains unresolved, students may contact the Massachusetts Department of Education, Office of Proprietary Schools, 350 Main St, Malden MA 02148-5023 or proprietaryschools@doe.mass.edu.

conditions for dismissal

• Failure to fulfill financial agreements • Use of drugs or alcohol on the property, or attending class under the influence • Failure to attend sessions • Behaving in a manner that may be harmful to the learning environment or reputation of the school.

Kripalu School of Ayurveda board of advisors

Partap Chauhan, BAMS is a widely traveled Ayurvedic speaker and is among the few Ayurvedic experts who has studied and now practices Ayurveda in its original form. He runs an Ayurvedic clinic and pharmacy in Faridabad, India and is founder of Jiva Ayurveda, which hosts the world's most popular website on Ayurveda and offers a correspondence training course. He is the author of Eternal Health: The Essence of Ayurveda. www.ayurvedic.org

David Frawley see faculty bio

Ted Kaptchuk is trained in Chinese medicine and is an assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and leads research in Asian medicine, placebo effects, and the patient-practitioner relationship. Author of The Web That Has No Weaver: Understanding Chinese Medicine, a classic in the field, he is currently serving his second four-year term on the National Advisory Council of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) at the National Institutes for Health.

Vasant Lad see faculty bio

Anne Meneghetti , MD, is a triple board-certified physician with an extensive background in health policy, multi-media health communications, and medical research. She trained in Ayurveda with Vasant Lad and has been a faculty member of several medical schools in Boston. She recently served as academic dean at Capital

University of Integrative Medicine. Her current work involves communications to promote integration between conventional and natural approaches to clinical care. www.dranne.com

Daniel Sei tz , JD, has a broad background in education, accreditation, college administration, and law, primarily related to complementary and alternative medicine. Daniel was founding dean for the Oriental Medicine Department at New York Chiropractic College, served as president of the New England School of Acupuncture, and chaired the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He is currently the executive director of the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education.

Robert Svoboda see faculty bio

frequently asked questions

1. Is this a training in Panchakarma and Ayurvedic massage? No. Panchakarma is a series of cleansing practices that restore proper functioning to the body. Because these practices have become widely known in this country as Ayurvedic health services, many people might associate them with training in Ayurveda. In most states, in order to offer Ayurvedic body treatments, you must be a licensed massage therapist. Kripalu does offer training in performing some of the “purva karma” massage techniques, which are part of a full panchakarma program, and Kripalu offers certification in massage that can lead to licensing. For more information about the Kripalu School of Massage, contact the Professional Training office at 800-848-8702 or ksm@kripalu.org.

2. How much time will I need to study at home? You will need to complete approximately 20 to 40 hours of homework between each training weekend. Completion of the homework is essential to the completion of and certification for the program.

3. Will I have an opportunity to participate in activities at Kripalu Center during the training weekends? Due to the intensive nature of this program, it may be difficult to participate in other Kripalu evening events or receive healing arts services. Healing arts sessions may be scheduled on Thursday or Sunday afternoons, before or after the program schedule. Scheduling healing arts in advance will insure that you have the opportunity to receive the service of your choice. Yoga classes will be offered as part of the school curriculum.

4. Will there be a graduation that my family and friends can attend? Yes. There will be a graduation ceremony and celebration for graduates, friends, and family members.

5. What if I get sick or need to withdraw from the program? If illness or other serious circumstances prevent a student from continuing the program, the student may apply for a leave of absence. A leave of absence does not officially begin until the school has been notified in writing. Students taking a leave of absence will be eligible to reenter the training in the next class, provided they have completed at least the first seven months. After that, resumption of study will be at certain program intervals, as determined by the KSA Dean. To resume the program, a student must notify KSA of his or her intention to resume before the beginning of the next session, subject to space, and be in good academic and financial standing. It may be necessary for a student to retake previously completed classes. Tuition will be refunded in accordance with the cancellation policy.

6. What happens after I get certified? Ayurvedic Consultants will find the most success by starting their own practices. Some graduates may be hired by other practitioners or by health-care facilities. Other opportunities for employment include teaching public education classes on Ayurveda and conducting workshops and seminars. Ayurvedic Consultants who are licensed health-care providers may use their Ayurvedic training to enhance their current health care practices. The school will endeavor to support its graduates by communicating job opportunities and referring requests received from the public. KSA does not offer formal placement services and makes no guarantee of employment.

7. Still have questions? For more information about KSA, call 800-848-8702 or e-mail KSA@kripalu.org.

certification criteria

Please take the time to carefully read this document before signing the application. This program is intended to result in your certification as an Ayurvedic Consultant or Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist. Practitioners of Ayurveda must possess the skills and abilities necessary to safely and competently convey the teachings of Ayurveda to their clients or students. The majority of Kripalu School of Ayurveda (KSA) students complete this program and become certified. However, we reserve the right to withhold certification from any student who fails to develop the necessary skills. Every attempt will be made to provide input throughout the program with regard to learning deficits that could impede certification. Faculty and staff will use the following criteria to establish student eligibility for certification:

attendance

If you need to miss any session you must speak to the dean of the school prior to the weekend. Students are responsible for any course material missed. Attendance includes punctuality in arriving at each class session and returning from breaks. Chronic tardiness is not acceptable and is disrespectful to the teacher and your fellow students.

exams

Throughout this course, students will be required to complete both practical and written exams designed to ascertain where more study might be needed or additional support required.

home study

Students are required to complete extensive at-home study in order to fully master the material delivered in the weekend sessions. All students must satisfactorily complete and submit all assignments to receive certification.

personal hygiene

Classroom attire should be modest, neat, and clean. You are asked to practice good personal hygiene in keeping with a professional appearance.

professional behavior and ethical conduct

All students are required to adhere to the Code of Ethics, which is designed to help create safety while maintaining a professional atmosphere. Failure to adhere could result in being asked to leave the program.

After certification, KSA graduates are expected to conduct their professional practice in full compliance with the Code of Ethics. Any complaint about unethical behavior will result in a thorough investigation. Graduates who are found to have violated the Code of Ethics may have their certification revoked.

course fee

All program and administrative fees must be paid in full prior to receiving certification. Certification will be withheld until all payments have been fully received by Kripalu Center. Students may, however, request a letter of completion indicating that certification will be forthcoming when all financial requirements are met.

I am responsible for my experience at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health. I understand that the Kripalu School of Ayurveda (KSA) is a residential immersion program and is demanding on every level. I understand that the study and practices of Ayurveda are designed to integrate unresolved physical and psychological issues. I understand the practice of yoga often produces non-ordinary states of awareness. Kripalu Center, the program instructors, and the staff cannot possibly know every student’s personal needs. (Hereafter, Kripalu Center, the program instructors and staff, and the program curriculum will be referred to collectively as "Kripalu Center"). In addition, I understand the curriculum has been designed to create the optimal Ayurvedic education for the majority of students and each specific experience may have content that does not work for me. During this program, I am responsible for monitoring what is safe to me, and I can stop my participation in any experience at any time. Although my attendance is required in each session for me to become certified as an Ayurvedic Consultant or Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist, my participation is never required if I feel unsafe in any way. It is my responsibility to speak up or take myself out of an experience if I feel unsafe. I do not expect Kripalu Center to take care of my needs. I do not, and will not, hold Kripalu Center responsible for my physical and psychological well-being. Kripalu Center will not pay for, or reimburse me for, physical or psychological care during or after this program. I understand that during this demanding educational program, I will be challenged physically and psychologically and encouraged to take personal risks. I acknowledge that only I can know what my boundaries and limits are, and it is up to me to uphold these boundaries for myself. I understand that practicing Ayurveda and yoga is often about exploring new boundaries and limitations and that Kripalu Center is not responsible for any physical and psychological risk I choose to take in my education, exploration, and inquiry. I understand that the study of Ayurveda involves exploring and discussing different belief systems. These belief systems may be different from my own. I understand that Kripalu Center is not requiring me to change my beliefs in any way. I understand that any beliefs presented are not necessarily the view of Kripalu Center.

I understand that Kripalu Center offers the following suggestions to support my physical and psychological well-being. sharing Time is provided in almost every session to share relevant thoughts, questions, feelings, and insights. Please realize there may be time limitations set by the session leader out of respect for the overall process. co-listening and conscious communication You will be trained in processes that provide for closer bonding, non-judgmental listening, developing rapport with other students, and self-sufficiency in creating support for one’s process of integration. Some opportunities for practicing these techniques are built into the curriculum. Students are encouraged to work with these methods in interactions with fellow students and staff. staff Instructors and assistants are available outside of class for one-on-one meetings. sadhana The regular practice of yoga asana and the philosophical principles of yoga are designed to stimulate profound growth on every level. These experiences and the ability to integrate them are the foundation for Ayurvedic education. healing arts The Kripalu Healing Arts Department offers a wide selection of therapeutic modalities that may support the personal integration process. Sessions may be scheduled during free time for a fee. support systems Maintain contact with loved ones and health-care providers during this program. Do not change or discontinue any prescribed medication without your physician's consent. Please ask at the Front Desk for the Berkshire Resources Binder, which contains information about local 12-step meetings as well as restaurants and other places of interest. I have read this document in its entirety, understand it, and agree to honor it. I also understand that by signing the application I am entering into a legal contract that incorporates all aspects of this agreement.

It is essential that every Ayurvedic Consultant and Yoga Specialist has a high level of personal integrity and maintains clear boundaries when serving students or clients. As professionals we must remain ever aware that clients hold us in a position of power. Some may idealize us, projecting more wisdom or attainment upon us than truly exists. As a result, it is incumbent upon us to refrain from exploiting clients for personal gain or gratification. In addition to cultivating an awareness of the power dynamic, we expect Kripalu School of Ayurveda (KSA) students and graduates to uphold an environment in which inner focus can be cultivated. In practical terms, we ask our graduates to refrain from sexual and/or romantic involvement with clients. Our intention is not to be punitive or repressive, but to foster safety for the practice of yoga and Ayurveda. Because we do recognize that attractions develop and could evolve into a healthy, conscious relationship, we ask our graduates to seek direction in these matters. We are committed to fostering integrity, consciousness, and self-responsibility in relationship with students, clients, and each other. As an Ayurvedic Consultant or Yoga Specialist representing Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, I agree to the following Code of Ethics:

I agree to hold myself as a steward of safe and sacred space by maintaining clear personal and professional boundaries. I will maintain awareness of my position of power and influence in relationship to clients, being especially attentive to my own agendas, perceptions, and expectations. I will not seek to fulfill my needs (for money, sex, power, love, truth, insight, or oneness) at clients’ expense.

I agree that my purpose as an Ayurvedic Consultant or Yoga Specialist is to serve clients on their paths of personal healing. I agree to avoid any activity or influence that is in conflict with the best interests of a client or that is solely for my own personal gain or gratification.

I agree that any sexual or romantic relationship is potentially distracting and possibly even harmful for clients who have come to do healing work. I will not invite, act on, respond to, or allow sexual or romantic contact with a client during the time that person in my care, even if the individual initiates such contact.

If a romantic attraction to a client does develop, I agree to immediately seek support and clarity from the Director of Professional Trainings. I understand that the purpose of this agreement is to protect the environment of sanctuary for the clients and to support the clarity, consciousness, and self-responsibility of individuals.

I agree to represent my qualifications honestly and provide only the services I am qualified and certified by Kripalu to perform.

I agree and understand that all actions that breach the principles of this code will be fairly investigated and that if warranted, my certification as an Ayurvedic Consultant or Yoga Specialist may be revoked or restricted. I have read this document in its entirety, understand it, and agree to honor it. I also understand that by signing the Kripalu School of Ayurveda application I am entering into a legal contract that incorporates all aspects of this agreement.

school of ayurveda application form

personal information

First name

Last name

Date of birth

Address

City State Zip code

Home phone Cell phone

Work phone E-mail

Current occupation

Emergency contact Phone number

program information

Program applying for: Ayurvedic Consultant Certification Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist Certification**This certification level requires that you are a yoga teacher at the 200-hour level. Please include a copy of your certificate or Yoga Alliance registration. If you are certified through Kripalu Center, you do not need to include a copy of your certificate, but please indicate this in your essay question answers.

How did you find out about the Kripalu School of Ayurveda?

prerequisite information

Indicate year and place of high school education.

Do you have undergraduate or graduate education? Yes No

If so, list school(s) attended and degree(s) attained.

Have you completed at least 100 hours of college-level anatomy and physiology?* Yes No

If yes, list the institution(s) attended and courses completed.

* required for Ayurvedic Consultant Certification

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Ayurvedic ConsultantAyurvedic Yoga Specialist

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Please complete fully and attach all required documentation.

Return application and $25 fee to: Kripalu Professional Training, PO Box 309, Stockbridge, MA 01262.

We’d love to have a photo of you before you arrive. It is for reference only and is not considered in the screening process.

Please attach here.

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Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No

Provide contact information for two references who have known you in an educational or work setting:

Name Name

Relationship Relationship

Phone Phone

additional information

Have you taken other professional training programs at Kripalu Center? Yes No Have you attended other programs at Kripalu Center? Yes No

health information

(If you answer yes, please describe fully on a separate page.)

Are you under medical treatment for any physical or psychological condition? Yes No Are you currently pregnant or trying to get pregnant? Yes No Have you ever been hospitalized for a psychiatric condition? Yes No Do you have any chronic physical limitations or disabilities? Yes No Have you had a serious illness or major surgery within the last five years? Yes No Do you have a communicable disease? Yes No Are you in recovery from an addiction? Yes No If so, how long have you been in recovery?

List any prescription medications you are currently taking and indicate dosage and frequency of intake (we do not need to know about birth control or cosmetic prescriptions).

Describe your weekly alcohol consumption.

essay questions

Please answer all of the following questions on a separate sheet of paper.

(1) Explain your interest in Ayurveda and becoming an Ayurvedic Consultant or Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist. Include your personal and professional goals in the field.

(2) Describe any personal experience you have with Ayurveda or what you already know about the philoso-

phy of Ayurveda.

(3) Describe your personal experience with yoga.

(4) Describe what your expectations are for this training and how you plan to use the education you receive.

cancellation policy

Refunds (less a $100 processing fee) will be given according to the following schedule: For cancellations 2 or more days prior to start of program, 100% of deposit will be refunded. Less than 2 days prior to and up to completion of 25% of program, 25% of monies paid will be refunded. No other refunds or credits are available. The standard cancellation policy applies to all other charges.

full disclosure and acceptance of terms

In order to make informed decisions, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health must be able to rely on the accuracy and completeness of information provided by applicants. Information provided is treated as confidential and disclosed only to those with a legitimate need to know in administering or delivering the training. Therefore, applicants are required to answer all questions fully and honestly. By signing below, I affirm that the information provided in this application is, to the best of my knowledge, true and complete. I understand that providing inaccurate, incomplete, or misleading information is grounds for rejecting this application, being required to leave the program after I have commenced participation, or the revocation of my certification as an Ayurvedic Consultant or Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist after completing the program. I have carefully read the Criteria for Certification, Responsibility Agreement, and Code of Ethics and accept the requirements, conditions, and agreements expressed therein. I understand that my failure to meet the criteria and other requirements set out in these materials will result in my not being certified, and that any future violation of the Code of Ethics could result in the revocation of my certification. I understand that I am entitled to no refunds, credits, or adjustments resulting from my failure to complete the certification requirements or to uphold any of these conditions. I understand that Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health is under no obligation to award any credit for past experience or training and does so at its own discretion.

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Kripalu Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, or sexual preference. The information in this application will be treated as confidential.