WORKSHOP
Yoga & Ayurveda: Aligning Your Practice with Nature
About
Yoga and Ayurveda are often called sister sciences—two complementary systems designed to support balance, vitality, and long-term well-being.
In this two-hour introductory workshop, you’ll explore how these ancient frameworks come together in a way that feels practical, accessible, and deeply relevant to modern life.
At the heart of Ayurveda is the understanding that each of us is made up of a unique combination of elements—space, air, fire, water, and earth—which express themselves as three governing energies, constitutions or doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. These doshas influence everything from our physical body to our energy levels, digestion, mood, and tendencies.
Through a blend of guided discussion and embodied practice, you’ll begin to recognize your own patterns and learn how to work toward balance using both yoga and simple lifestyle shifts.
You’ll experience how yoga can be adapted to ground Vata, cool Pitta, and energize Kapha, creating a practice that feels more supportive, personalized, and sustainable.
This workshop is not about diagnosing or treating conditions—but about building awareness, agency, and connection to your body and its natural rhythms.
Objectives
Understand the foundational principles of Ayurveda and its relationship to yoga
Identify the three doshas and recognize their influence in your body and mind
Learn how to adapt yoga practices to support balance within each dosha
Explore simple, realistic lifestyle practices that support daily and seasonal well-being
Cultivate greater awareness of your own patterns, tendencies, and needs
What We’ll Cover
Introduction to Ayurveda as a holistic system of health
The five elements and how they form the three doshas: Vata, Pitta, Kapha
Understanding your constitution (prakriti) and patterns of imbalance
Daily routines (dinacharya) to support energy, digestion, and overall vitality
Seasonal awareness and how to adjust habits throughout the year
Yoga practices (asana and breathwork) tailored to balance each dosha
Who This Is For
This workshop is ideal for:
New students curious about holistic approaches to health and wellness
Yoga practitioners wishing to deepen their understanding beyond the physical practice
Anyone feeling out of balance and looking for practical, supportive tools
Seasoned students and teachers interested in integrating Ayurveda into their practice or teaching
Those drawn to a more personalized, intuitive approach to well-being
No prior knowledge of Ayurveda or yoga is required.
What to Expect
A 2-hour workshop blending lecture, reflection, and movement
Accessible, gentle yoga practices tailored to different energetic needs
Clear, grounded explanations
Handouts to support continued exploration
What to Bring
Please bring a yoga mat and any of the following props if you have them: 2 blocks, blanket and strap. Props are provided and also offered for sale.