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Welcome to Dhanvantari
Ayurveda Academy, the destination for Authentic Ayurveda since
1950's is the preferred education destination of students from
all over the world. Dhanvantari Ayurveda Academy is indeed a
legacy, where the time tested tradition meets consistent
infrastructure, facilities and dedicated faculty.
DAA was bring about as a sequel institution of
HINDUSTAN KALARI
SANGAM, a temple renowned for the traditional martial
art of Kerala the legendary 'kalarippayattu and Ayurveda
healing. DAA is the worlds first institution which has a
unique alliance with the martial art legacy and Ayurveda in
the true sense.
However, it all started with the vision of Guru Veerasree
Sami Gurukkal who is regarded as one of the prime mover of
present day Kalarippayattu heirloom and Ayurveda healing
praxis. The Institution has incepted during the year 1950 by
Guru Veerasree Sami Gurukkal, who is the third predecessor of
our tradition and in the present, the fourth generation in the
legacy is moving with proud.
Ayurveda, the science of maintaining a long and healthy life
is one of the oldest medical systems in the world. It contains
profound knowledge of maintaining good health, curing of
disease and achieving a harmonious balance of body, mind and
spirit. Central to this healing science is the doctrine of
Tri-dosha (the vital energies of Vatha, Pitta, and Kapha) and
the connection with the Pancha Maha Bhootha (the five elements
- ether, air, fire, water and earth.) Ayurveda teaches a way
of life that enables us to be centered and focus on the
healing that comes from within
DAA courses provide a clear understanding of the fundamental
principles of Ayurveda including the vital energies, the
tissues, and the metabolisms as well as a practical
introduction to the classical Ayurveda oleation or oil
applications (commonly referred to as the Ayurveda massages),
Ayurveda diet regimes and Ayurveda cooking and yogic postures.
The course incorporates the Ayurveda treatments provided by
the Hindustan Kalari Sangam Ayurveda Hospital & research
Center, in a unique way so that each trainee can experience
and receive all aspects of Ayurveda therapy from the
specialist therapists and doctors, while learning about such
therapies.
Trainees will see how consultations are done, Ayurveda oil is
prepared, decoctions are simmered to the correct point, and
oil applications are carried out, not just in a classroom
environment but also in an environment where Ayurveda is
practiced
Get ready to make a beginning with an institution that helps
you discover your full potential and the exiting opportunities
that lie ahead.
Our intensive academic program covers the topics as,
Introduction and history of Ayurveda, Revival of Ayurveda
medicine, Ashtanga Ayurveda - 8 branches of Ayurveda
Fundamentals of Ayurveda, Panchamaha bhootha (The theory of
the five elements)
Parkruti (doctrine of the individual constitution), Three
Dosha (Vatha, Pitha, Kapha)
Dosha, Dhatu & Mala, Concept of Agni and Ama, Ayurveda ideas
on energy centers (Chakras) and vital points in the Body
Ayurveda diagnoses (Ashtanga Parikshana: The eight ways of
examination -pulse, tongue, eyes nails and skin etc)
Curing and prevention of disease, Shamana Chikitsa (treating
the root cause of the diseases and managing the symptoms of
disease) Sodana Chikitsa (purification treatment to prevent
illness form arising and improving the well being) through
Trivida Karma (three stages of purification: Purva karma,
Pradhana Karma/ Panchakarma and Paschath karma) Ayurveda
Demonstration / Treatment / Practical
Identification of body types, Ayurveda preparations, Kashaya
(decoctions), Swarasa (fresh juice), Kalka (herbal pastes),
Phanta (hot infusion), Choorna (powders),Vati (pills), Asava
and Arishta (herbal tonics), Medicated Ghee, Thailya
(Medicated oils)
Trivida Karma (commonly known as Pancha Karma) including oil
applications, Purva Karma (purification therapies including
oil and heat therapies), Snehana Karma (oil treatments) and
Swedena Karma (heat treatments), External oil applications
including all the different oil massage techniques, Herbal
fomentation and steam treatments. Pradhana Karma / Pancha
Karma
Demonstration of the following:
Vamana Karma, Virechena Karma, Nasya Karma, Vasthi Karma,
Raktha Mokshana Karma, Paschath Karma and rejuvenation
proceedures
Ayurveda pharmaceuticals: understanding and identifying
Ayurveda herbs. Get acquainted with the herbs in the pharmacy.
Smell, touch and feel the compounds. See them growing, dried
and crushed, as it has always been done- since centuries ago.
Practical identification and visit to a herbarium
Ayurveda food and diet regimes and practical cookery, The six
tastes, diet regimes and guide lines for the different body
types. Daily and seasonal rules to balance the constitutional
types The effect of Ayurvedic teas, herbs and spices on health
Kitchen tools, cooking methods and food stocks Practical
instruction and counseling on Nutritional value of diverse
food Practical Ayurveda cooking workshops.
Each participant will be given a manual of course notes at the
commencement of the course. Successful trainees will be
awarded a Certificate of participation by the DAA.
Academics are at the core of the DAA experience. During your
study here you will gain a new breadth of knowledge through a
liberal curriculum that exposes you to wealth of real
Ayurveda. And you will acquire a depth of understanding in
your chosen major field. Along the way you will no doubt
uncover previously hidden talents and more fully explore your
special strengths.
Faculty
DAA has a distinguished faculty known for their academic and
professional achievement and their personal commitment to
teaching and mentoring students. Here you'll learn from
accomplished masters who will challenge, mentor, and inspire
you. All classes are taught by Experienced mentors in the
respective subjects. Our faculty are noted for the personal
attention they pay to individual students in our learning
sessions.
Academic Support Services
Library
The Library of DAA is well equipped with various books and
journals related to Ayurveda and other allied subjects.
Internet
Our well connected institution provides unlimited usage of our
facility.
Industrial Visit
We Provide industrial visit to our students to understand the
manufacturing procedure of Ayurvedic medicaments.
Herbarium
DAA has got a well appreciated herbal garden in the premises
itself. We also arrange trips to various herbal gardens to
attain knowledge about Ayurvedic medicinal plants.
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