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12 Days Advanced Clinical Training
In the Heart of Ayurveda – Varkala, India Learn – Practice – Live Ayurveda
✨ Immerse Yourself in the Living Tradition of Ayurveda
Join Dr. Yadun M.R. in Varkala, Kerala for an authentic Ayurvedic training experience that blends tradition with hands-on learning. Since 2018, Dr. Yadun—renowned for his extensive experience in conducting body therapy workshops—along with his expert team, has welcomed students and practitioners from across the globe to participate in immersive internships. These programs offer a rich combination of clinical observation, practical training, and cultural exchange, providing participants with a deep and holistic understanding of Ayurveda in its true, living form.
The program is hosted at Panackal Ayurveda Centre, a renowned institution carrying over 120 years of Ayurvedic wisdom passed down through four generations of the Panackal family. Founded by the legendary Vaidyan Sri Panackal Parameswaran Pillai, the centre offers traditional treatments, specialised therapies, and short-term courses in the heart of Kerala’s serene landscapes — from the shores of Varkala beach to the mountains of Panchalimedu.
Guided by a team of skilled Ayurvedic doctors, all descendants of the Panackal lineage, participants gain real-world exposure to diverse branches of Ayurveda while upholding the sincerity, dedication, and traditional values instilled by their mentors, Dr. Ramachandran Panackal and Dr. Maidhilikutty.
✨ Prerequisites
Applicants should meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Be currently enrolled in a recognized Ayurvedic institution, pursuing certification as an Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner
- Have graduated from an authentic Ayurvedic school as an Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner
- Be actively practicing as an Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner
- Possess a solid understanding of Ayurveda fundamentals, including rogi and roga diagnosis, as well as kaya chikitsa
✨ Key objectives
- Refine clinical expertise through direct observation and hands-on training
- Enhance communication skills for effective and empathetic client interaction
- Strengthen diagnostic and analytical abilities in Ayurvedic assessment
- Learn under the mentorship of highly experienced Ayurvedic doctors
- Gain deeper insight into Ayurveda as a fully integrated medical system, with a focus on Kerala’s renowned approach to healing
- Observe traditional medicine preparation in a respected Ayurvedic pharmaceutical facility
- Explore medicinal plant diversity during a visit to Asia’s largest botanical garden
- Immerse in India’s cultural heritage, closely intertwined with Ayurvedic principles
✨ Format & duration
- Training Style: Group training with hands-on practice and observation
- Maximum Capacity: 18 participants
- Duration: 15 days (including arrival and departure days)
- Training Days: 12 full days of study and practice
✨ Training Location
- Primary Venue: Dr. Ramachandra’s Panackal Ayurveda, Varkala, Kerala
- Additional sessions may be conducted in a dedicated rented space to accommodate group learning and clinical activities
✨ Date
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- 31st January to 14th February 2026
✨Inclusion
- Comprehensive educational materials
- Certificate of Completion
- Daily yoga, meditation, and mantra chanting sessions (10 days)
- 12nights’ accommodation (single or shared)
- Daily breakfast and lunch
- French interpreter during training hours (experienced in Ayurvedic terminology)
✨Program outline
Theory sessions
Examination techniques overview:
- Respiratory system
- Urine, faeces, nails, and tongue analysis
- Introduction to the relevance of basics of anatomy in massage therapy
Observations
- Shadowing doctors during patient consultations
- Observing therapists during the preparation and delivery of treatments
- Attending patient care sessions (with prior consent)
- Participating in case discussions covering prakriti, vikriti, samprapti, and chikitsa
Practical (Hands on) training
- Utsadanam
- Dhanyamla Dhara
- Jambeera Pinda Sweda (lemon pinda) – preparation
- Beauty care & cosmetology – theory, medicine preparation, step-by-step demonstration
- Basic Nadi Pareeksha training
- Takra Dhara – preparation
- Raktamokshana (leech therapy)
- Lepam – preparation & application
- Ayurvedic tailam(oil) preparation
- Bandaging techniques (shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, ankle)
- Pain management protocols (neck & shoulder, lower back, ankle)
- Introduction to marma therapy
Demonstrations
- Agni Karma
- Wet cupping Therapy
- Patient physical examination
Educational visits
- Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI), Palode
- Sahachara Ayurveda Pharmacy, Karunagapally
- Government Ayurveda Hospital, Varkala
Abhyanga experience
- Receive a traditional Abhyanga massage during your stay.
✨Program flow
- 31st Jan 2026– Arrival
- 1st Feb 2026– Optional rest or city tour of Trivandrum (extra charge)
- 2nd to 13th Feb 2026 – 12 consecutive days of training
- 14th Feb 2026 – Departure
Daily training structure
6 hours of intensive practical instruction
- Morning: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Afternoon: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m
This program is designed to be both intensive and immersive. Each day offers a diverse range of learning experiences; however, the exact content, curriculum, and structure may vary depending on the patients in residence, visiting for consultations, and other situational factors
✨Sample day
6:00 AM – Yoga, meditation & mantra chanting
7:30 AM – Breakfast
9:30 AM – Morning session
12:30 PM – Lunch
2:00 PM – Afternoon session
5:00 PM – Closing of the day
🌅 Evening Suggestions
- 🚶 Walk along Varkala Cliff
- 🏊 Swim in the Arabian Sea
- 📸 Watch the sunset
- 🍽️ Enjoy a nourishing dinner overlooking the ocean
This is a sample schedule. Actual timing, content, and structure may vary depending on situational need
✨Team of Doctors
Dr.Yadun MR
Marma therapy, Panchakarma, Pain management, Sports and Orthopedic
disorder, Director
Dr.Vaisakh MR
Proctology, Orthopedic disorder, Director
Dr.Shameen S
Marma Therapy, Panchakarma, CBD Specialist, Medical Officer
Dr.Akhila UP
Marma Therapy, Panchakarma, Pain management, Medical Officer
Dr.Aleena Raj
Panchakarma, Medical Officer
Dr.Amith MP
Panchakarma, General Medicine, Medical Officer
✨Price
- For shared accommodation – € 1690 (One Thousand Six Hundred and Ninety)
- For single accommodation – € 1830 (One Thousand Eight Hundred and Thirty)
✨Important Information
- Accommodation will be arranged in guesthouses or hotels located 500–800 meters from the clinic. Rooms will be standard, non-air-conditioned.
- Each participant is responsible for arranging their own travel, including flights, visas, insurance, and any other necessary documentation.
- Our team is available to provide advice and guidance as needed.
- We strongly recommend that you thoroughly check the entry requirements for the country before departure and ensure you have appropriate travel insurance.
- Nearest airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV).
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NB:
- Transportation charges are not included in the given price.
- Please contact us for customized packages to meet your specific requirements.
- All the price and details valid till May 2026.
Cancellation policy
- More than 61 days before the arrival date, no penalty will be applied
- From 60 to 30 days before the arrival date, 30% of the total cost will be retained
- From 30 to 15 days before the arrival date, 50% of the total cost will be retained
- From 15 days before the arrival date, 100% of the total cost will be retained
- In the event of a genuine medical emergency, refunds may be granted at the discretion of management.
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