Ayurveda + Aromatherapy

Ayurveda is a profound and complex system of medicine, one that welcomes respectful engagement from all, and asks in return that we honour its depth, represent it accurately, and never reduce it to a technique or a trend. Aromatic plants remain central to Ayurveda as a living tradition. For aromatherapists, that is a meaningful place of connection and a philosophy we can draw from to do deeper work.

The Seasonal Body: Ayurveda and Aromatherapy in Practice is a 25-hour specialty certificate course that teaches certified aromatherapists to use Ayurvedic philosophy as a complementary lens for richer, more seasonally intelligent clinical work. This is not an Ayurvedic practitioner training, and it does not confer Ayurvedic credentials of any kind. It is a course that deepens aromatherapy practice, offering a more precise framework for reading the body, understanding the season, and choosing oils with greater clinical intention.

Ayurvedic Principles

Learn the foundational Ayurvedic principles most relevant to aromatic practice: the three doshas, the 20 gunas, prakriti, vikriti, and .

Materia Aromatica

Ayurvedic Principles

An in-depth reference unit profiling 20+ essential oils, 8+ Ayurvedic botanicals, and 6+ carrier oils through both Western clinical and Ayurvedic lenses.

Blending Philosophy

Ayurvedic Principles

Blending Philosophy

Build seasonally informed aromatic protocols drawing on doshic and guna principles.

Integrate an Ayurvedic-informed perspective into existing intake processes.

Regular price: $397 CAD

Pre-launch price: $197 CAD

You save: $200 CAD

NOTE: This is a self-paced online course.

Pre-launch students receive exclusive access to two live 90-minute sessions with Maria Fiordalisi in the first two weeks:

Live Session 1: The Ayurvedic Framework: doshas, gunas, prakriti, and vikriti with live Q&A

Live Session 2: Seasonal Blending in Practice: working through the guna framework with real essential oils and real case studies

These sessions are exclusive to the first cohort and will not be available to students who enroll after June 30.

COURSE OUTLINE

Unit 1: Foundations: Reading the Body Through an Ayurvedic Lens (approx. 5 hours)

Module 1.1: The Ayurvedic Worldview: philosophy, the five elements, and what this offers aromatherapists

Module 1.2: The Three Doshas in Depth: Vata, Pitta, Kapha, qualities, sites, functions, and clinical applications

Module 1.3: The 20 Gunas as a Blending Tool: using quality language to understand clients and oils

Module 1.4: Agni, Ama, and the Gut-Skin-Scent Connection

Unit 2: The Aromatic Traditions (approx. 4 hours)

Module 2.1: Aromatics in Ayurvedic History and Living Practice

Module 2.2: Western Essential Oils Through the Guna Lens

Module 2.3: Blending Philosophy: doshic intention as a complementary approach

Module 2.4: Carrier Oils and Delivery Methods Through an Ayurvedic Lens

Unit 3: The Three Doshas in Practice (approx. 6 hours)

Module 3.1: Vata: Air, Ether, and the Oils That Ground

Module 3.2: Pitta: Fire, Water, and the Oils That Cool

Module 3.3: Kapha: Earth, Water, and the Oils That Lift

Unit 4: Seasonal Living and Ritucharya (approx. 5 hours)

Module 4.1: The Seasonal Arc: Ritucharya as Preventive Care

Module 4.2: Autumn and Early Winter: Vata Season Protocols

Module 4.3: Late Spring and Summer: Pitta Season Protocols

Module 4.4: Late Winter and Spring: Kapha Season Protocols

Module 4.5: Dinacharya: Daily Rhythm as Aromatic Practice

Module 4.6: The Practitioner's Own Seasonal Body

Unit 5: Client Integration and Clinical Thinking (approx. 3 hours)

Module 5.1: Integrating an Ayurvedic-Informed Perspective into Intake

Module 5.2: Case Thinking with Doshic Layers

Module 5.3: Contraindications, Cautions, and Engaging Responsibly

Unit 6: Materia Aromatica (approx. 3 hours)

An in-depth reference unit profiling 20+ essential oils, 8+ Ayurvedic botanicals, and 6+ carrier oils through both Western clinical and Ayurvedic lenses.

Capstone: Certificate Submission (approx. 2 hours of student work)

Students choose one pathway: Protocol Portfolio, Case Study, or Teaching Piece. Certificate issued upon satisfactory completion.

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

This course is designed for certified aromatherapists at any level of experience who want to deepen their blending perspective and bring greater seasonal intelligence to their practice. Whether you completed your training last year or have been practicing for a decade, the Ayurvedic lens offers something genuinely new.

Prerequisite: completion of a recognized aromatherapy certification program. No prior knowledge of Ayurveda is required.

This course is not a substitute for formal Ayurvedic practitioner training, and it does not confer Ayurvedic credentials of any kind. It is a specialty certificate that enriches aromatic practice through an Ayurvedic-informed lens, engaged with seriously, accurately, and with deep respect for the tradition it draws from.

Pre-register before June 30th and save $200

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at hello@mariafiordalisi.ca if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Do I need to have studied Ayurveda before taking this course?

Not at all. This course is designed to introduce Ayurvedic philosophy to aromatherapists who are curious but have no prior training in it. We start from the ground up, and everything is taught through the lens of your existing aromatic practice. What you do need is a solid foundation in aromatherapy, which is why certification is a prerequisite.

What does the prerequisite actually mean? Which certifications qualify?

You need to have completed a recognized aromatherapy certification program, at any level, from a reputable school. This includes Level 1 certifications and above. If you are unsure whether your training qualifies, reach out and I am happy to confirm before you register.

How many hours is this course?

The complete course is approximately 25 hours.

When does this course start?

The course will open on July 2, 206.

How does the self-paced format work?

Once you have access, you move through the material entirely at your own pace. There are no deadlines, no live attendance requirements beyond the optional kickoff sessions, and no pressure to complete modules in a set timeframe. The course is yours to return to as many times as you like.

What are the two live sessions, and will they be recorded?

The two live sessions are exclusive to pre-launch students who register before June 30. Session one covers the Ayurvedic framework in depth, including the doshas, gunas, prakriti, and vikriti, with time for live questions. Session two focuses on seasonal blending in practice, working through the guna framework with real oils and real cases. Both sessions will be recorded and made available to pre-launch students, so you won't miss anything if you can't attend live.

Is this an Ayurvedic certification?

No. This course does not confer Ayurvedic credentials of any kind, and it is not a substitute for formal Ayurvedic practitioner training. Ayurveda is a profound and complex system of medicine, and this course approaches it with that respect. What you receive upon completion is a Helianthus Holistic Arts specialty certificate in aromatherapy practice informed by Ayurvedic philosophy. You leave as a deeper, more grounded aromatherapist, not as an Ayurvedic practitioner.

What if I register for the pre-launch offer and the course isn't quite what I expected?

I want you to feel confident registering. If you have questions before you commit, please reach out directly at hello@mariafiordalisi.ca. I am always happy to talk through whether this course is the right fit for where you are in your practice.

THE SEASONAL BODY - Ayurveda + Aromatherapy in Practice

Ayurvedic Principles

Ayurvedic Principles

Ayurvedic Principles

Materia Aromatica

Ayurvedic Principles

Ayurvedic Principles

Blending Philosophy

Ayurvedic Principles

Blending Philosophy

PRE-LAUNCH OFFER: UNTIL JUNE 30, 2026

CLASS OPENS JULY 2, 2026

Payment Options

PREREQUISITE

COURSE OUTLINE

Unit 1: Foundations: Reading the Body Through an Ayurvedic Lens (approx. 5 hours)

Unit 2: The Aromatic Traditions (approx. 4 hours)

Unit 3: The Three Doshas in Practice (approx. 6 hours)

Unit 4: Seasonal Living and Ritucharya (approx. 5 hours)

Unit 5: Client Integration and Clinical Thinking (approx. 3 hours)

Unit 6: Materia Aromatica (approx. 3 hours)

Capstone: Certificate Submission (approx. 2 hours of student work)

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

Frequently Asked Questions

Send me your questions!

THE SEASONAL BODY - Ayurveda + Aromatherapy in Practice

Ayurvedic Principles

Ayurvedic Principles

Ayurvedic Principles

Materia Aromatica

Ayurvedic Principles

Ayurvedic Principles

Blending Philosophy

Ayurvedic Principles

Blending Philosophy

PRE-LAUNCH OFFER: UNTIL JUNE 30, 2026

CLASS OPENS JULY 2, 2026

Payment Options

PREREQUISITE

COURSE OUTLINE

Unit 1: Foundations: Reading the Body Through an Ayurvedic Lens (approx. 5 hours)

Unit 2: The Aromatic Traditions (approx. 4 hours)

Unit 3: The Three Doshas in Practice (approx. 6 hours)

Unit 4: Seasonal Living and Ritucharya (approx. 5 hours)

Unit 5: Client Integration and Clinical Thinking (approx. 3 hours)

Unit 6: Materia Aromatica (approx. 3 hours)

Capstone: Certificate Submission (approx. 2 hours of student work)

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

Frequently Asked Questions

Send me your questions!

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