AromaYoga HEY
Internal regulation through the Plant Kingdom
The sense of smell is the shortest route between the world and memory
Perhaps you use essential oils in your practice without fully understanding why they work, or you’ve been taught to smell them but not what happens in the nervous system when you do so. AromaYoga begins with the physiology of the sense of smell and an understanding of the plant, and culminates in a repertoire of tools that you can teach
This 300-hour programme will begin in autumn 2027. Enrolment is now open.
What is missing from many current practices?
Essential oils used out of habit, without any knowledge of the plant or safety guidelines.
Aromatherapy taught as a collection of recipes, without any coverage of physiology, chemistry or contraindications.
Smell treated as a form of atmosphere, rather than as a means of perception and regulation.
Scattered ideas that never quite come together to form a plan for accompanying someone.
The HEY AromaYoga Method
Holistic EcoYoga
A method that combines yoga with aromatherapy and herbal medicine.
It works with essential oils, hydrolates, resins, vegetable oils and herbs — through smell and touch — applied to mindfulness, breathing, movement, rest and self-care.
From an understanding of the plant to its precise application in practice and in teaching.
AromaYoga is not a stand-alone course
Be part of the Holistic EcoYoga® System, a training model that integrates different methodologies to understand human beings from an ecological perspective. Each method explores a specific dimension in depth and, together, they form a coherent path of personal and professional development.
What you will have learnt by the end of the course
IN YOUR PRACTICE
- Use essential oils, hydrolates and resins sensibly, ensuring they are of high quality and safe to use.
- To understand the physiology of the sense of smell and its relationship with emotion, memory and cognition.
- Make your own herbal preparations, from harvesting to the final balm.
- Incorporate the sense of smell into mindfulness, breathing, posture and deep rest.
IN YOUR CAREER
- Apply the tools of the method: AromaFulness, AromaPrana, AromaSoma, AromaYin, AcuAroma, AromaMudra, AromaSankalpa, AromaRitual and AromaYoga Nidra.
- Design classes, workshops and aromatherapy sessions using your own sequences.
- Developing comprehensive pathways: the applied pathway — stress, trauma and the nervous system — and the contemplative pathway — archetypes and flourishing.
- To lead olfactory training and recognise olfactory disorders and their causes.
- Work within your professional boundaries and know when to refer a case.
Structure in 4 sections
PHYSIOLOGY + LABORATORY + TOOLS + INTEGRATION
BLOCK 1
The Fundamentals and Science of Smell
Introduction to Aromatherapy, the Physiology of Smell and Herbal Tradition
BLOCK 2
Plant material and laboratory
Properties of essential oils and hydrolates, substances and the preparation of herbal remedies
BLOCK 3
AromaYoga Tools
Mindfulness, Breathing, Body, Acupressure, Mudras, Intention, Ritual and Nidra integrated with the Plant Kingdom
BLOCK 4
Implementation and Integration
Integrating the tools into comprehensive pathways: the clinical pathway – stress, trauma and the nervous system – and the contemplative pathway – archetypes and flourishing
Special issues included
Online Course
At your own pace, with unlimited access to the Online Campus, or with live support depending on the course intake or on demand
The full 300-hour programme will be available as pre-recorded online content from autumn 2027. The 100-hour programme is already available. When you enrol, you’ll have access to the expanded and updated 2027 course material.
Students have UNLIMITED access to our Online Campus, where you will find
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PDF textbooks by subject
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Theory lessons
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Practical lessons
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Multiple-choice tests
The next call for applications will be announced shortly
ONLINE + GROUP SUPPORT
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300 HOURS
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ONLINE CAMPUS
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SUPPORT GROUP
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FINAL PROJECT
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INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION
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SELF-REFLECTION
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SUPPORT
Do you need personalised support?
This course can be taken at your own pace, with the option of live group support sessions. If you’re looking for personalised support, you can book one-to-one sessions with the lead trainer, during which you’ll be able to
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Live Q&A
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Support with study, organisation and integration
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Private consultations on real-life cases
Who is this training course for?
- Yoga teachers who wish to specialise in yoga, aromatherapy and herbal medicine.
- Practitioners who wish to incorporate working with plants into their practice and self-care.
- Therapists and practitioners of natural therapies who wish to base their work on aromatherapy.
- Those who wish to explore the Plant Kingdom with discernment, confidence and a practice to underpin it.
Who is this course not suitable for?
- Anyone looking for a quick guide to essential oils.
- Anyone who wants business training linked to an aromatherapy brand.
- Anyone who is not prepared to study the sections on chemistry, physiology and safety.
- Anyone looking to resolve a specific health problem: this course is not a treatment.
Certification
Vocational training
- Certified by the Holistic EcoYoga School
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This diploma is valid for your registration with YOGA ALLIANCE as an RYT200 or as an RYT500 if you are already an RYT200
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Hours recognised towards the official vocational qualification in Spain
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You can register with the Holistic EcoYoga directory
Teaching staff
Learn from Helena Chacón, PhD
- Yoga practitioner since 1999
- Trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda
- PhD in Geology and Nature Guide
- E-RYT500 and YACEP teacher
- Teacher with an official vocational qualification
- Trainer with CAP certification
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Find out more about her on her website: www.helenachacon.com
Investment and payment methods
€750 (in 2026) €1,425 (from 2027 onwards)
One-off payment or instalments. See the FAQs for terms and conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
Find the answers to your questions below or email us at info@holisticecoyoga.com
Assessment system
The assessment system for this course consists of multiple-choice tests for each of the modules
Online Course
The online course can be taken:
– AT YOUR OWN PACE. To obtain the 300-hour diploma, you must complete the multiple-choice assessments
– AT YOUR OWN PACE + GROUP SUPPORT. You’ll study the theoretical and practical content at your own pace, whilst feeling supported and encouraged by a group, with live sessions on specific dates with the trainer
– AT YOUR OWN PACE + ONE-TO-ONE SESSIONS. You can also complete the course at your own pace, whilst occasionally booking one-to-one sessions with the trainer to ask questions or discuss personal matters. See the terms of service above.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course, although it is advisable to have a well-established yoga practice and an understanding of the different styles of yoga. No prior knowledge of aromatherapy is required.
Career paths and opportunities
This course can be taken simply out of a desire to learn more and to practise on your own. However, if you are also a yoga professional – or aspire to be one – it offers a wide range of career opportunities for teaching group classes and running workshops, as well as teaching you how to design personalised classes.
Payment options
When you register via the payment gateway on the website www.holisticanature.com You’ll be able to choose from a range of payment methods:
1. Transfer. Once you have selected this option, you will find the bank details for making the one-off payment
2. I’ll pay via PayPal. With this option, you can choose between a one-off payment or payment in three instalments, interest-free
3. Payment by Card. In this case, you can only choose the one-off payment option
4. Payment via Sequra. With Sequra, you can pay for the course in 3, 6, 9 or 12 monthly instalments, with interest rates depending on the number of months.
Is there any written material?
Yes. Each subject has its own illustrated PDF handbook, as well as audiovisual material.
Support and Guidance
We’re here to help. You can get answers to any questions you may have via the course support forum or by email
Will I be able to teach once I’ve finished?
Yes, this course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to teach Yin and Yang yoga classes, with a focus on acupressure points and deep energy work, in both group and one-to-one sessions.
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