Online Sanskrit & Mantra Foundation Course

Join Elouise, a yoga teacher and Sanskrit, Mantra & Vedānta educator, for an immersive 6-week course exploring the foundations of Sanskrit, Vedic chanting, mantra and Vedic wisdom. Whether you’re completely new or looking to deepen your practice, you’ll build a strong foundation in pronunciation, chanting and understanding some of the most widely recited Vedic mantras.

This is the fifth time this course is being offered, continuing to welcome both complete beginners and experienced practitioners.

Starts: Thursday, September 10

Time: 12:00–2:00 pm Dubai (10:00 am–12:00 pm CET)

What You Will Learn:

This course is designed to immerse you in the transformative wisdom of Vedic Mantras, along with a strong foundation in Sanskrit pronunciation. By the end of the 6 weeks, you will:

• Learn Sanskrit Pronunciation

  Learn the Sanskrit sound system, alphabet, pronunciation and phonetic rules to chant with confidence and clarity.

• Learn 8 Sacred Mantras: Explore their meaning, significance, and how to incorporate them into daily life for spiritual growth.

• Learn Chanting Techniques: Explore Vedic chanting rules to preserve the authenticity and energy of the chants.

• Get an intro into Vedic Wisdom

• Learn How to Pronounce the Chakras (NEW)

• Learn how to count 1-10 (NEW)

This course is designed for:

• Yoga teachers and students- who are keen to refine their chanting and Sanskrit pronunciation

• Spiritual Seekers- who use the mantras for meditation

• New Chanters- Learn the foundations correct from the start

• Chanters with some experience- refine your chanting skills, check your pronunciation, gain more confidence to chant publicly.

  
  

  

  
  

Mantras Taught:

• Saha Nāvavatu (Śānti Mantra)

• Pūrṇamadaḥ (Śānti Mantra)

• Gāyatrī Mantra (for clarity)

• Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra (for healing & liberation)

• Asato Mā Sadgamaya (for peace)

• Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinaḥ (for peace)

• Gaṇeśa Mantra (to remove obstacles)

• Guru Śloka (to honour the teacher)

Course Details:

• Digital Location: Zoom

• Duration: 6 weeks, 2 hours every Thursday

• Dates: September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15

• Time: 12-2pm Dubai time (10am CET)

• Includes: Course manual (digital), certificate, access to further level courses, whatsapp group for support

• Rates:

  • Early Bird Rate till August 27: 1200 AED / 290 euros

  • Regular Rate: 1400 AED / 340 euros

  • Payment plan available

Payment through bank transfer or link - will be shared after RSVPing

Your place will be confirmed once payment has been received. Due to the nature of the course, payments are non-refundable.

All sessions will be recorded, so if you miss a class you’ll be able to watch the recording afterwards.

A minimum of four participants is required for the course to run.

Testimonials

"Elouise's online Sanskrit mantra course is an absolute gem for anyone looking to deepen their practice through the power of sound. Her teaching is clear, accessible, and deeply rooted in tradition, making the learning process both enriching and engaging. The course not only helped me refine my pronunciation but also gave me a deeper understanding of the meaning and vibrational impact of each mantra. Elouises guidance is warm and supportive, creating a space where both beginners and experienced practitioners can thrive. I highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to bring more depth, clarity, and sacred resonance into their practice!" - Hala Okeili

"Taking this Sanskrit & Mantra course was a truly beautiful and transformative experience. From the very first session, our teacher created a space that felt welcoming, supportive, and deeply spiritual. What stood out most was how effortlessly she made something so intricate feel approachable—never intimidating, always encouraging. Her teaching was infused with clarity, warmth, and a genuine reverence for the tradition, making the learning process not just about pronunciation or technique but about embodying the essence of the mantras. The course felt like an interwoven journey of sound, energy, and connection—both within ourselves and with one another. I am so grateful to have been part of this experience and would highly recommend it to anyone seeking not only to refine their practice but to deepen their relationship with mantra on a soul level. Thank you for holding such a sacred space with grace and wisdom." - Abeer

"I highly recommend this course to any teacher seeking to honour the roots of this ancient traditional practice that we share. Lakshya possesses a deep well of knowledge, which she conveys with clarity, grace, and humility. Her teachings come straight from the heart, creating a truly enriching and authentic learning experience. I feel deeply privileged to have studied with her and look forward to the advanced course coming soon." - Teresa Crossland, Yoga teacher

"This course has been so insightful. From the correct pronunciation, to learning the scared tone/ rhythm of the chants and understanding meaning/ history/ rituals. Elouise provides a safe and open environment to learn and grow in. Highly recommend to join her course to study Sanskrit with her." - Sara Otto, Yoga teacher

“I recently completed the online Sanskrit & Mantra course with Lakshya and absolutely loved it. I was looking for an opportunity to learn in an authentic and traditional way, and this course truly delivered, beyond what I expected. I wanted to refine my Sanskrit pronunciation and feel more confident in chanting mantras properly, and I can genuinely say I’ve gained both clarity and confidence to continue this journey. Lakshya’s teaching style is clear, practical, and grounded in tradition, with the right balance of theory, repetition, and guided practice, which really helped everything sink in. It was such a gift to receive this knowledge in such an accessible way. I’m so grateful I joined and would highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to deepen their understanding and practice.” - Lucie