Alumni Testimonials
At the Minnesota Institute of Ayurveda (MNIA), we take pride in shaping the next generation of Ayurvedic practitioners through our comprehensive, experiential-based programs. Our alumni have gone on to create impactful careers in holistic health and wellness. But don’t just take our word for it—here’s what some of our graduates have to say about their experience at the best Ayurveda school in Minneapolis!
Meet Johanna
Johanna completed Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program (Level 1) in June 2023 and was very intrigued by Ayurveda medicine. She continued her deeper studies by joining Ayurvedic Practioner Program (Level 2) immidietely in the fall of 2023.She owns a yoga studio in WI and very passionate about learning Ayurveda and sharing her knowledge with her students.
Meet Aprile
Aprile completed Ayurvedic Health Counselor Program (Level 1) and Ayurvedic Practioner Program (Level 2) in March, 2023.She loves all organic, healthy, natural products and owns a farm. Not Amy's Farm has a health & happiness boutique. It offers calming teas, Minnesota-centric products, and natural & organic gift articles.Meet Ellie
Ellie is a graduate of our Ayurvedic Practioner Program from 2023. She is an Authorized Ashtanga Teacher and very passionate about deep Ayurveda studies and educating Ayurveda and yoga to the community. She has her practice Sama wellness in the twin citie.
Meet Kristi
Kristi is a rgraduate of our Ayurvedic Health Counselor program. She plans to begin the Ayurvedic Practitioner program with us this fall. Learn about her experience with us. Meet Irene
Irene graduated our Ayurvedic Health Counselor program in 2018. She is now exploring the country by road and examining how Ayurveda plays a role in people’s lives around the nation. Learn about her experience with us . 
“I am a nurse practitioner forever interested in treating the WHOLE person, not just symptoms. I fell in love with yoga years ago. Near the end of my teacher training I was introduced to Ayurveda, the sister science of Yoga. This led me to the Minnesota Institute of Ayurveda. I completed my first year and I am now certified as an Ayurvedic Counselor and I am pursuing second year to become a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner. The training I have received has been superb and life changing, both personally and professionally. Marcia and Dr. Asavari are incredible teachers and I am forever grateful that I have the opportunity to study with them. I have the tools to provide a holistic practice and I am excited to see where this takes me.”
Leigh Lambrecht Haaglund
AHC Graduate & Ayurvedic Practitioner Program
“My learning experience at the Minnesota Institute of Ayurveda has helped me deepen my understanding of Ayurveda as a holistic healing system in theory and practice. The teachers’ wisdom and experience, along with their teaching approach and the small class size has enhanced my life and my Ayurveda practice because of the additional exchange, sharing and integration between teachers, classmates, colleagues and friends.”
Jodi Griffith
Graduate AHC & Ayurveda Practitioner Student
“Asavari is a fantastic and knowledgeable teacher. She is very informative and doesn't shy away from the tougher and more thought-provoking questions (which I often ask). It is always a pleasure learning from Asavari! Thank you for all the knowledge and wisdom you pass on to your students. It has helped keep my journey informative and pleasurable.”
SchaOn Blodgett
CCP, BTAT Holistic Health Professional at Psinergy Natural Health & Holistic Wellness
“I took 6 weeks Ayurveda course and enjoyed it tremendously! My dad, a doctor, was advising me to study Ayurveda long time ago. But it was not possible in my country. Now, 30 years later I've got that opportunity. It is a real wisdom of the human body, health, and life. It gave me understanding why I act, look the way I do, what to expect, what I should pay attention to, what to bring more into my life and what to avoid. I look at Ayurvedic wisdom as a never ending journey, guidance, and path to a balanced, healthy condition, when you can fully enjoy the life. I plan to study Ayurveda deeper, apply that knowledge in my family, spread good word among my friends. I liked our instructor's, Asavari Manvikar, presentation style. Nice pace, well-organized handouts, broad and deep info, illustrations with video clips and even real herbs.”
Lenna Alliev
Student at Normandale Institute