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5-Day Marma Therapy Course Rishikesh,India

"Awaken Your Inner Healer & Transform Lives"

Course Overview

What You Will Learn

Are you interested in learning about vital energy centres called Marma points in the body? They are main energy junctions in the body where muscles, veins, ligaments, bones, and joints meet, according to modern science. These points are all connected to channelize life force energy (prana flow). We are offering a 5-day Marma Therapy Course at the Nighantu Ayurveda Centre in Rishikesh. Marma points are not a new discovery; they have been part of Ayurvedic tradition for over thousands of years. Rooted in the Sushruta Samhita, one of Ayurveda’s foundational texts, Marmas were originally understood as vital anatomical sites where the body, mind, and consciousness intersect.

Course Curriculum

Marma Therapy Course Curriculum (5 Days)

  • History of Marma therapy.
  • How Marma points are related to yoga and Ayurveda.
  • How Ayurveda physicians used Marma therapy for healing, recovery, and protection in a natural way.
  • Understanding the location, stimulation, and activation of Marma points.

  • How to Classify the Marma points.
  • The relationship between Marma points and chakras.
  • How Marma points can balance nervous system.
  • The Marma points related to the head and neck. And how to stimulate them to get relief from stress and headaches.

  • Location of Marma points in the chest, abdomen, and upper body
  • How to manage pain by removing energy blockages.
  • Marma for emotional balance

  • Selection of oils used in Marma therapy.
  • The constitution of the body according to Ayurveda.
  • Lower body Marma and full body Marma therapy sequence

Marma therapy related to wellness and rejuvenation is covered by integrating with yoga and Ayurveda.

Transform Your Life

Benefits of the 5 Days Marma Therapy Course

Deep Cellular Detox

Learn Panchakarma methods and dietary science to flush deep-seated toxins and radically rejuvenate body tissues.

Optimized Vitality

Discover personalized lifestyle routines matching your Dosha to maintain high, stable energy levels without stimulants.

Heal Digestion (Agni)

Master Ayurvedic culinary principles to stoke your digestive fire, the root cause of lifelong health and immunity.

Mental Clarity & Focus

Integrate specific breathing techniques and Medhya Rasayanas (brain tonics) to eliminate brain fog and anxiety.

Natural Weight Management

Stop calorie counting. Use Dosha-specific holistic methods to naturally guide the body back to its optimal weight.

Empowered Self-Healing

Gain the profound confidence to act as your own doctor, understanding how to treat minor ailments naturally before they take root.

Key Marma Points and Their Healing Roles

Each Marma point has its own unique role in maintaining health and well-being. Here are a few powerful examples:

  • Sthapani Marma (between the eyebrows): The third eye centre, this point is linked to mental clarity, stress relief, and emotional balance.
  • Hridaya Marma (heart center): Gently stimulating this point can help relieve anxiety and calm the nervous system and support emotional well-being.
  • Talahridaya Marma (center of the palm/foot):  A major energy point connected to the heart and lungs.
  • Nabhi Marma (navel):  Known as the energetic centre for digestion, metabolism, and reproductive health.
Before You Arrive

Course Essentials

What's Included

  • Accommodation and Food (takes extra charges)
  • Daily Yoga & Meditation Classes
  • Ayurveda Theory & Practical Sessions
  • Course Manual & Study Materials
  • Yoga Alliance Certification
  • Weekend Excursions

What's Not Included

  • Flights and Airport Transfers
  • Travel Insurance
  • Visa Fees
  • Personal Expenses
  • Additional Treatments outside course

What to Bring

  • Comfortable clothing for practice
  • A reusable water bottle
  • Notebook and pen for study notes
  • Personal toiletries and medication
  • A light shawl or jacket for evenings
  • Slip-on sandals for indoor spaces

Who can join the 5-day Marma Therapy course at Nighantu Ayurveda?

Practitioners who want to learn for self-healing purposes, professional yoga teachers, therapists, wellness practitioners, and for beginners who are interested in natural healing.

Complimentary classes under the 5-day Marma Therapy Course

The program also includes complimentary yoga, pranayama, and meditation sessions to deepen awareness of energy flow and support holistic healing.

Note : "No prior yoga or meditation experience is required to join this course. All sessions are conducted in English."

Why Choose Us
Why Choose Us

Traditional Wisdom for Modern Healers

Learn the authentic art of Ayurveda and Yoga in the heart of Rishikesh, guided by masters of the lineage.

  • 1. Authentic Lineage

    Deeply rooted in over 50 years of traditional Ayurvedic wisdom and clinical practice.

  • 2. Certified Masters

    Learn from highly experienced, internationally certified Ayurvedic physicians and Yogis.

  • 3. Immersive Environment

    Experience the profound spiritual atmosphere of Rishikesh on the banks of the Ganges.

  • 4. Personalized Guidance

    Small batch sizes ensure dedicated attention and customized guidance for your journey.

Start Any Day of the Year

Course Fees

Course Fee
$449 $599

Accommodation & Meals

Tuition covers the course only. Rooms and meals are charged separately at the daily rates below.

Twin Sharing Room

Meals included
$24 / day
Be a Certified Ayurveda Yoga TeacherWith Yoga Alliance

We are Yoga Alliance USA Registered School; upon completion, you'll receive certification under Nighantu Ayurveda School. Our school is also registered under the Ministry of Ayush.

Nighantu Ayurveda Certificate
Discover the Temples, Nature, and Spiritual Landmarks of Rishikesh

Nearby Locations You Can Visit

Rishikesh is where the Ganga leaves the Himalayas, and most of what makes this town special sits within a short walk or ride of our school. Between sessions, students often make their way to Vashistha Cave, Kunjapuri Temple, Parmarth Niketan and Bhutnath Temple, or simply settle on the riverbank for the evening Ganga Aarti.

You are free to explore these nearby locations in your own time, on the days that suit you. Many students find that an unhurried morning at a temple or an hour beside the river deepens what they are learning in the Ayurveda and yoga classroom.

Vashistha-cave
Kunjapuri Temple
Parmarth Niketan
Ganga Beach
Bhutnath Temple

These excursions are not included in the course. These are nearby places you can visit in your free time.

Google Reviews

Hear From Our Students

4.9 Based on 180+ reviews
Sofia Marchetti 2 weeks ago

I joined the Ayurveda course with almost no background and left feeling completely transformed. The teachers explain every concept patiently and the practical marma sessions were the highlight for me. Rishikesh itself adds so much to the experience.

Daniel Fischer 1 month ago

A genuinely authentic school. The daily routine is well balanced, the food is sattvic and fresh, and the panchakarma therapies were done with real care. I came for the certification and left with a new lifestyle.

Aditi Sharma 1 month ago

The massage course was hands-on from day one. Small batch, so everyone got personal correction from the teachers. The theory on doshas finally made sense to me after years of reading about it.

Emma Laurent 2 months ago

Beautiful campus, warm staff and very knowledgeable faculty. The yoga philosophy classes were my favourite part. Accommodation was simple and clean, exactly what you want for a retreat like this.

Michael Novak 3 months ago

I did the therapy course for my chronic back pain and the improvement was noticeable within the first week. The team builds a plan around you instead of a one-size-fits-all treatment.

Priya Menon 4 months ago

Highly recommend Nighantu Ayurveda. The certification is recognised, the syllabus is thorough, and the excursions around Rishikesh made the whole month unforgettable. Thank you to the entire team.

Accommodation

During your stay, you will experience a sattvic living environment that supports clarity of mind and overall well-being. The accommodation includes comfortable bedding, access to hot water, and a serene setting ideal for rest, reflection, and self-study.

Nutritious vegetarian meals prepared according to Ayurvedic principles are included, offering seasonal, freshly cooked dishes that support digestion and sustained energy. Living on campus also allows you to connect with fellow students, share insights, and deepen your understanding of Nighantu through discussions and practical learning.

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Food

Students are also served vegetarian Sattvic meals meant to foster vitality, a serene mind, and overall good health. They follow yogic Ahimsa, purity, and conscious eating values, which will further support your practice during the 5 Days Marma Therapy Course at Nighantu Ayurveda.

Note: Food and accommodation are charged extra and are not included in the course fee.

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