About Us – Swami Dayananda Jayavarthanavelu Ayurvedalaya

About SDJ Ayurvedalaya

Swami Dayananda Jayavarthanavelu Ayurvedalaya, or SDJ Ayurvedalaya, is a "temple" of authentic Ayurveda, set in a pristine 16-acre environment against the Western Ghats. Surrounded by mountains and forests, the ambiance is divine.

Since 2014, SDJ has offered authentic Ayurveda treatments, blending personalized care, a beautiful ambiance, and spacious, well-maintained accommodations. In a short span, SDJ Ayurvedalaya has gained international acclaim, serving patients worldwide while preserving the centuries-old Ayurveda tradition in its purest form

Founder & Guru

Sri Swami Dayananda Saraswati founded SDJ Ayurvedalaya in 2014 under the Sruti Seva Trust. A distinguished Vedanta teacher, Swamiji adeptly bridged Eastern and Western cultures, communicating the vision of non-duality with clarity.

For over five decades in India and since 1976 globally, Swamiji taught Vedanta. He addressed prestigious universities, international conventions, UNESCO, and the United Nations. Swami Dayananda designed and taught seven intensive Vedanta courses, graduating many qualified teachers who now teach worldwide.

Under his guidance, numerous Vedic teaching centers were founded, including Arsha Vidya Pitham in Rishikesh, Arsha Vidya Gurukulam in Coimbatore, Arsha Vijnana Gurukulam in Nagpur, and Arsha Vidya Gurukulam in Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania.

Beyond teaching, Swamiji supported philanthropic efforts such as AIM for Seva and the Acharya Sabha, promoting education, culture, health, and the arts. He convened the first World Congress for the Preservation of Religious Diversity and participated in the Women's Global Peace Initiative at the UN.

Swamiji attained Mahasamadhi in Rishikesh on September 23, 2015. Posthumously, he was awarded the Padma Bhushan on January 25, 2016, for his exemplary service to spiritualism.

Vaidyas and Team

SDJ Ayurvedalaya is equipped with a well-trained team of Vaidyas, therapists and support staff led by Dr.Parthasarathy and Dr.Saraniya Parthasarathy. The team has received special appreciation from our patrons, especially for the dedication, commitment, professionalism, competence, care and devotion at work as seen in our glowing testimonials.

Completed his 6 years of Ayurveda Training from the reputed Ayurveda College of Arya Vaidya Pharmacy (AVP) affiliated to Dr MGR Medical University. He later completed a Postgraduate Certification in “Good Clinical Practices“ from FRLHT-IAIM, Bangalore with top ranks. In 2014, Founder Pujya Swami Dayananda Saraswati entrusted him with the responsibility of setting up SDJ Ayurvedalaya under the aegis of the Sruti Seva Trust. Prior to this, Dr Parthasarathy was heading the International Training Academy and the Mankarai branch Hospital of Arya Vaidya Pharmacy (AVP) and served as the Course Director for programs organized in collaboration with Universities and Institutions in Brazil, Japan, Switzerland, USA, Argentina, Spain, Indonesia, Chile and India. Dr Parthasarathy has a certification from Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan, New Delhi. He can also fluently converse in Sanskrit and also actively volunteers to propagate the language.

In the last 15 years, he has delivered lectures for 3000+ hours on various topics of Ayurveda to more than 10,000 people including Ayurveda and Allopathy Medical Doctors, Indian Forest Service officers in the Ministry of Environment and Forests, Health Professionals, Researchers, Students and the General public, within India and internationally. Traveling extensively to promote Ayurveda and SDJ Ayurvedalaya, his 19 International visits to Brazil, Argentina, Chile, France, USA and United Kingdom has led to much engagement and interest. Throughout his career, he has primarily been a successful clinician treating thousands of patients across the globe.

Completed her 6 year Ayurveda Training from the Most reputed Ayurveda College of AVP affiliated to Dr MGR Medical university and then completed a short term Post Graduation Certificate course in Good Clinical Practices course from FRLHT- IAIM,Bangalore . Prior to taking over this mission at SDJ on the Invitation and blessing of Pujya Swami DayananadaSaraswati ,Dr.Saraniya co-heading the International Training Academy and a Branch Hospital of the well-known Arya Vaidya Pharmacy (AVP) and has served as a faculty for many courses organized in collaboration with Universities and Organizations in India,Brazil,Japan,Switzerland,USA,Argentina,Spain& Indonesia.

In the last 12 years, has Lectured face to face for 1000+ hours on various topics of Ayurveda to more than 3000 people including Ayurveda Medical Doctors, Western Medical Doctors, Health Professionals, Researchers, Students and General public. Dr.Saraniya is actively engaged in Ayurveda Panchakarma treatments and has treated thousands of people from 40+ countries for the last 12 years.

Vision

To be a global beacon of holistic health, integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda into daily life, fostering a harmonious balance between body, mind, and spirit.

Mission

Promote a healthier society by incorporating Ayurveda into everyday living.
Provide authentic and unparalleled Ayurvedic healing treatments, adhering to traditional Shastras and values.
Establish SDJ Ayurvedalaya as a "Center of Excellence" for Ayurveda Panchakarma treatments, facilitating transformative healing.
Sustainably coexist with nature, leveraging its abundance to initiate the healing process and practicing environmental stewardship.
Uphold high standards of cleanliness and simplicity in our living spaces, ensuring a serene and nurturing environment for all.

Ecosystem and Sustainability

At SDJ Ayurvedalaya, we strive to contribute positively to the environment and minimize our carbon footprint, fostering harmony with nature.

Our Green Initiatives

Go-Shala

Dedicated to protecting Desi Indian breed cows, upholding the principle that Dharma rakshanam starts with Go rakshanam.

Organic Farming

Provides fresh, organic vegetables and fruits for residents, aligning with Ayurvedic principles of seasonal and regional food practices. We also practice vermicomposting to support organic farming.

Rainwater Harvesting and Harnessing

Collects rainwater across the 16-acre campus into three artificial ponds and underground sumps for daily use, ensuring water conservation and percolation.

Solar Power Generation and Solar Water heater

Features three solar power plants (26 KW total) and 10 solar water heaters, moving towards self-sustainability in electricity and hot water supply

Herbal Garden

Maintains a garden with hundreds of herbal plants and trees, including rare and near-extinct species like the fruiting Rudraksha tree. We produce our own essential oils for cleaning and mosquito repellent.

We manufacture our own essential oils from the organically grown in our campus and use them for daily floor cleaning and also manufacture a natural mosquito repellent using them.

Hosts 177 bird species and allows them to enjoy the campus's fruits, promoting biodiversity.