California College of Ayurveda

California College of Ayurveda California College of Ayurveda is a world leader and pioneer in Ayurvedic Education. Founded in 1995 with thousands of graduates worldwide.
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https://linktr.ee/California_College_Of_Ayurveda California College of Ayurveda (CCA) is a leading institution in the field of Ayurvedic Medicine. Graduates achieve the highest level of Ayurvedic training available in the US, including intensive internship experience. CCA was founded in 1995 as the first official college to train practitioners of Ayurveda outside of India.

09/07/2026

You can study Ayurveda in a textbook. But pulse diagnosis has to be felt.

During their in-person clinical intensive, interns at CCA learn to listen through their fingertips, practicing the subtle art of Ayurvedic pulse diagnosis under the guidance of experienced faculty.

In Ayurveda, the pulse offers another window into the patterns of balance and imbalance within the body. Learning to recognize those patterns takes more than knowledge. It takes repetition, observation, sensitivity, and experience.

This is where study becomes clinical practice, and where our interns begin developing the skills they’ll carry into their work with clients. If you want to learn more about this traditional practice check the links in our bio.

Thinking about studying Ayurveda, but not sure if you’re ready to enroll?Come experience it first.On September 8, prospe...
09/04/2026

Thinking about studying Ayurveda, but not sure if you’re ready to enroll?

Come experience it first.

On September 8, prospective students can join the first day of Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine (PAM) at the California College of Ayurveda and see what beginning an Ayurvedic education actually feels like.

PAM is where the journey starts. It can be the beginning of a deeper personal understanding of Ayurveda—or the first step toward a future career in Ayurvedic medicine and personalized care.

And if you haven’t enrolled yet, there’s still time. Late enrollment is available.

Join us for the first day, experience the program, meet the CCA community, and decide whether this path is right for you.

Want to attend the first day or have questions about enrollment?
Speak with an Admissions Advisor to learn how to join us on September 8.

Learn more / book a time with Admissions: https://www.ayurvedacollege.com/contact-us-general-information/book-an-appointmen

09/01/2026

In our herbal pharmacy, we prepare custom herbal formulas designed by CCA graduates and clinical interns for their Ayurvedic patients.

The pharmacy is rooted in tradition and modern wisdom. Every herb, preparation, and formula is approached with care and a deep respect for Ayurveda.

These are the same foundations that inspired AyBo, our new Ayurvedic herbal supplement brand.

AyBo grew out of CCA’s apothecary and decades of working directly with herbs. Every AyBo formula carries that history: an approach to herbalism shaped by individual constitution, whole plants, and years of practical experience.

Bring Ayurveda into your daily ritual with Ayurvedic Botanicals 🌿

08/31/2026

Fifteen days at Vaidyaratnam, in Thrissur, Kerala, one of the oldest Ayurvedic institutions in India, and the place where our Dean takes students to see the medicine practiced where it comes from.
Panchakarma therapy. Marma. The herbal pharmacy. Clinical observation alongside Vaidyaratnam physicians. Ayurvedic cooking, temple visits, and the ordinary business of being somewhere long enough to understand it.

September 19 to October 4.

Led by Dr. Mahadevan Seetharaman, Dean of the College, with Eva Madhavan of our Alumni Association, hosted by Ashtavaidyan Dr. E.T. Krishnan Moos and Dr. Anu Mariam Varghese.

Four seats remain. Registration closes September 1.

$3,200 shared or $3,500 private — accommodation, meals, study, airport transfers and local experiences included. Flights are not included.

Details and registration at the link in bio.

Our hearts are with the people of Nepal.Wednesday's glacial collapse in the Himalaya sent a wall of water and debris dow...
08/28/2026

Our hearts are with the people of Nepal.

Wednesday's glacial collapse in the Himalaya sent a wall of water and debris down the Lhende valley, taking hundreds of lives across the Nepal–Tibet border region. Many more are still missing. Whole communities are gone.

The Himalaya is not a distant place to those of us who practice Ayurveda. Our classical texts name those mountains as the source of the most potent healing plants on earth. The tradition we teach carries their name in it.

We hold the families who are grieving, the villages waiting for news, and the rescue workers still searching.

ॐ सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः। सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः।

Om sarve bhavantu sukhinaḥ, sarve santu nirāmayāḥ.
May all beings be at peace. May all be free from suffering.

ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः

Please consider donating to organizations such a The World Central Kitchen, which is already on the ground and mobilizing to reach the hardest-hit areas to meet the need for immediate food and water. Donation link in our bio.

Thinking about studying Ayurveda or already preparing to enroll? Come spend a day at California College of Ayurveda and ...
08/25/2026

Thinking about studying Ayurveda or already preparing to enroll?

Come spend a day at California College of Ayurveda and experience the campus firsthand.

On Thursday, August 27, you can:
• Tour the CCA campus
• Meet CCA founder Dr. Marc Halpern and talk about Ayurveda careers and professional pathways
• Have lunch with the CCA team, sponsored by AyBo
• Meet with Admissions to discuss programs, financing options, and the educational path that fits your goals
• Get support with enrollment questions and preparing for classes

Thursday, August 27, 2026
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
CCA Campus • Nevada City, California

Please register by August 25. Space is limited.

No pressure. No obligation. Just information.

Reserve your place https://www.ayurvedacollege.com/blog/upcoming/in-person-onsite-enrollment-tour/

08/21/2026

A day in the herb garden here at CCA with our Herbal Apprenticeship, harvesting herbs and making smudge sticks 🌿

While our next Herbal Apprenticeship will begin again next March. This is the perfect time to begin your Ayurvedic journey.

The Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine course offers an introduction to the foundational principles of Ayurveda, with classes offered both online and in person. Next in-person class starts September 8.

Come learn the foundations of this ancient system of healing and discover how Ayurveda can become a part of your own life and practice.

Learn more and enroll through the link in our bio.

08/10/2026

Is Ayurveda only for India?

In this thought-provoking message, Dr. Marc Halpern explains why Ayurveda is far more than a regional tradition.

Ayurveda predates the modern concept of nations and borders. It is a science rooted in the universal principles of nature—principles that apply to every human being, wherever they live.

Rather than belonging to one country, Ayurveda belongs wherever nature exists. By understanding nature, we better understand ourselves, our health, and our connection to the world around us.

Watch More on CCA Video Library
https://www.ayurvedacollege.com/blog/category/videos/

💧 The way you store your water can be just as intentional as the water you drink. From the timeless elegance of copper a...
08/09/2026

💧 The way you store your water can be just as intentional as the water you drink.

From the timeless elegance of copper and the natural cooling of clay to the simplicity of glass and the durability of stainless steel, each vessel offers its own unique benefits and purpose.

Choose the one that best fits your lifestyle while embracing mindful hydration inspired by Ayurvedic wisdom.

💬 Which one is your go-to water storage vessel? Tell us in the comments!

08/05/2026

True health isn't built through quick fixes. It's cultivated through the choices we make each day.

Join Elle Walker for a four-week journey into the foundations of Ayurvedic living. Together, you'll explore how to create a sustainable diet and lifestyle that supports balance, helps prevent disease, and promotes longevity.

Throughout the course, you'll learn how to cultivate greater harmony through your five senses using food, color, sound, aroma, and touch, while gaining practical tools to support your health for years to come.

Series Dates & Time
August 5, 12, 19 & 26 | 5:00–7:30 PM
August 29 & 30 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Whether you're new to Ayurveda or looking to deepen your understanding, this series offers an empowering foundation for lifelong wellness.

Register here: https://www.ayurvedacollege.com/blog/upcoming/dinacharya/

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