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Lesson 1: Scope of Practice, Ethics, and Role of the Ayurvedic Health Coach in Yoga
 

• Understand the legal and ethical boundaries for Ayurvedic Health Coaches when using yoga tools.

• Differentiate between coaching, teaching basic practices, and when to refer clients to a certified yoga therapist or medical professional.

• Identify contraindications and red flags that require immediate referral.

 

Lesson 2: Introduction to Nadis and Prana in Ayurveda and Yoga

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• Explain the concept of nadis (Ida, Pingala, Sushumna) and their relationship to prana and doshas.

• Describe the role of prana vayus in health and how imbalances manifest in clients.

• Recognize common signs of nadi imbalance observable during client intake (no hands-on pulse diagnosis).

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Lesson 3: Basic Nadi Scan for Coaches (Observation + Client Self-Report)

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• Learn a non-diagnostic, observational “Nadi Awareness Scan” using breath pattern observation, nostril dominance testing, and client self-reporting.

• Practice guiding clients through simple at-home tests to identify dominant nadis and basic imbalances.

• Interpret findings in the context of dosha and refer appropriately when needed.

 

Lesson 4: The Nadi  & Chakra System in Ayurveda and Yoga
 

• Outline the seven main chakras, their locations, associated elements, doshas, and common emotional/physical manifestations of imbalance.

• Outline the nadis, different types of nadis, and the connection of nadis to meridians

• Understand how chakras relate to nadis, marmas,  and koshas.

• Identify client symptoms or patterns that may indicate chakra imbalance during coaching sessions. 

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Lesson 5 : Selected Breathing Techniques (Pranayama) and Simple Yoga Practices for Dosha/Chakra Balance
 

• Learn three foundational pranayamas: Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril), Ujjayi, and Kapalabhati (with modifications and contraindications).

• Learn 3–5 simple breath-centered practices or subtle movements suitable for coaching sessions (e.g., chakra beeja mantra breathing, gentle spinal warm-ups).

• Match specific pranayamas to common dosha and chakra imbalances observed in clients.
   

Final Integration Session (Virtual Practice Lab)
 

Lab : Nadi Lab and Chakra Scan for Coaches (Interview + Guided Self-Assessment)
 

• Master a client-friendly chakra assessment and/or. Nadi assessment questionnaire and guided meditation for self-scan.

• Practice facilitating a virtual Nadi related to chakra awareness session where clients identify areas of blockage or overactivity. 

• Learn to summarize findings in simple, empowering language and create basic lifestyle recommendations.

• Conduct mock client sessions combining intake, nadi observation, chakra questionnaire, and recommendation of one appropriate breathing practice.

• Practice clear referral language for complex cases requiring a yoga therapist.

• Receive feedback and create a personal “Yoga Tools Reference Guide” for ongoing coaching use.
   

By the end of this course, Ayurvedic Health Coaches will confidently use observation-based nadi and chakra assessments, teach a small set of safe breathing techniques virtually, and know exactly when and how to refer clients to qualified yoga therapists for deeper therapeutic work.