Learn the secrets of Vedic Astrology (Jyotish) as taught in connection with the healing powers of Ayurveda.
Discover how to read Vedic birth charts to recognize karmic patterns and uncover the deeper celestial influences behind your life, showing how you are connected to the entire universe and its guiding intelligence.
Study the teachings of Dr. David Frawley (Pandit Vamadeva Shastri), a master teacher in both Vedic astrology and Ayurveda, honored in India and respected worldwide for making these ancient sciences accessible to sincere students across the globe.
This self-paced course includes 40 in-depth lessons across four volumes, with over 700 pages of course material, guided audios, and videos to support your study and deepen your inner connection with the stars.
Since 1985, over 5,000 people worldwide have taken this course, which has helped pioneer Vedic astrology in the western world and also first introduced the Ayurvedic aspect of Vedic astrology.
Join in this Vedic movement to connect to the universe, the stars and planets, within you.
Dr. David Frawley (Pandit Vamadeva Shastri) is one of the world’s most respected teachers of Vedic knowledge. His work brings Vedic astrology into modern relevance without compromising its traditional depth and spiritual foundation.
He has received several prestigious honors in Vedic astrology from India’s leading astrological institutions:
Jyotish Kovid (1993)
Jyotish Vachaspati (1996)
Jyotish Medha Prabha (2014)
Jyotisha Mahasagara (2012, from the Raman and Rajeshwari Research Foundation)
He was directly initiated into Vedic astrological mantras by Dr. B.V. Raman, founder of the Indian Council of Astrological Sciences (ICAS), India’s largest Vedic astrology organization.
Vamadeva served as the first president of the American Council of Vedic Astrology (ACVA) from 1993–2003, and has been a board member of both ACVA and the Council of Vedic Astrology (CVA).
In addition to his accomplishments in astrology, Dr. Frawley is a globally recognized Ayurvedic teacher and author with decades of contribution to holistic healing and Vedic studies.
He holds a Doctor of Letters (D.Litt) in Yoga and Vedic Studies, and is the recipient of the Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award from the Government of India. This honor recognizes his lifetime work in Ayurveda, Vedic astrology, and the broader field of Vedic knowledge.
This course is suitable for all levels – whether you’re new to Jyotish or a dedicated student of Yoga, Ayurveda, or Vedic spirituality seeking to deepen your understanding of the cosmos and your place within it. Includes guided audio teachings, illustrations, and supplementary readings from Dr. David Frawley’s published works to support your study. These resources enhance your understanding of planetary archetypes and the integration of astrology into a holistic Vedic lifestyle.
Learn how to read and interpret the Vedic birth chart using the traditional principles of Jyotisha, including planets, signs, houses, aspects, yogas, and dashas. The course provides a complete system for understanding karmic patterns and guiding others toward insight and transformation.
While Vedic astrology shares basic structural elements with Western astrology, such as planets, signs, and houses, it uses different astronomical calculations and includes unique tools for subtle interpretation.
Explore the unique intersection between Jyotisha and Ayurveda. Discover how planetary energies affect the body and mind, and how to apply remedies such as herbs, diet, color therapy, gemstones, and mantras to restore balance and support well-being.
The integration of mantra with Ayurveda brings powerful benefits for both body and mind. Chanting mantras can positively influence the doshas, enhance digestion, support immunity, improve sleep, and foster emotional balance. This course explores how to incorporate mantra into your daily Ayurvedic routine, supporting healing and inner harmony on every level. You’ll also discover how specific mantras may align with your unique constitution (dosha) and address subtle imbalances or personal goals.
Dive into the timing systems of Jyotisha, including the Nakshatras, Muhurta (electional astrology), Ashtakavarga, and the Vedic calendar (Panchanga). These tools offer profound insights for making life decisions and living in harmony with cosmic cycles.
This course guides you beyond prediction into the deeper purpose of Vedic Astrology—as a tool for self-realization and dharmic alignment. You’ll learn to view the stars and planets not only as indicators of karma, but as allies for conscious evolution and spiritual growth.
Vedic astrology is one of the most ancient yet futuristic planetary systems of knowledge, gaining global recognition today.
The course provides keys for unlocking the profound language and methodology of Vedic astrology, both in terms of chart interpretation and the application of remedial measures along with an Ayurvedic perspective. The goal of the course is to provide a good foundation in Vedic astrology and its Ayurvedic connections.
Its orientation is threefold:
To teach the fundamentals of Vedic astrology and chart interpretation through planets, signs, houses, aspects, yogas, divisional charts, and dashas.
To set forth the “Vedic Astrology of Healing” (Ayurvedic Astrology) including diet, herbs, color and gem therapy, as well as the use of mantras and deities.
To introduce the Nakshatras, Muhurta, Ashtakavarga and Vedic methods of timing, including the Vedic calendar (Panchanga).
This course is supported by three key works to enhance your understanding and deepen your learning:
Astrology of the Seers: A Guide to Vedic (Hindu) Astrology, by Dr. David Frawley
Ayurvedic Astrology: Self-Healing through the Stars, by Dr. David Frawley
Jyotir Bhava: Mantras for the Nine Planets, by Yogini Shambhavi
These items are not included in the course but are required. They can be ordered through Amazon, Kindle, or other sources. Jyotir Bhava is also available via iTunes, Spotify, and the AIVS website.
We recommend acquiring these books early in your studies, as they serve as essential references throughout the course.
The course includes approximately 300 hours of study and offers 300 hours of credit in Vedic Astrology, culminating in a Certificate in Ayurvedic Astrology – Foundation Course.
This certification is unique to AIVS as a recognized institution in both Ayurvedic and Vedic astrological studies.
Graduates of this course may:
Be listed as trained students of Dr. Frawley (Vamadeva) and AIVS
Continue to advanced programs in Ayurvedic Healing, Yoga, Mantra & Meditation, and Vedic Counseling
Apply for personal consultations with Dr. Frawley or Yogini Shambhavi for chart analysis or guidance
Pursue Integral Vedic Educator Certification, combining Ayurveda, Jyotisha, and related disciplines
Advanced mentorship opportunities with Dr. Frawley are available on request for those who complete all four core AIVS courses.
Sign up now to access 40 in-depth lessons and over 700 pages of transformative teachings from Dr. David Frawley.
Begin your study today and join thousands of students who’ve awakened their inner connection to the cosmos through this timeless Vedic tradition – offered through the American Institute of Vedic Studies, a trusted source of Vedic knowledge for over 40 years.
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