Larissa Hall Carlson Kripalu Faculty Online larissacarlson.comInstagram Bio Larissa Hall Carlson, MA, E-RYT 500, has over 25 years of teaching experience and is known as a leading educator in the field of optimal performance. Certified by the National Ayurvedic Medical Association and Yoga Alliance, Larissa serves as a Lead Faculty member for the Kripalu Schools of Yoga and Ayurveda and guides teacher trainings across the globe. Larissa previously served as Dean of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda and is the cocreator of two popular online courses with Yoga Journal, Ayurveda 101 and 201. She specializes in training elite level musicians, executives, teachers, artists, and athletes in all aspects of mindful living. A passionate writer, Larissa’s rich teachings and exceptional knowledge of yoga, Ayurveda, and mindfulness can be found in Yoga Journal, The Washington Post, Men’s Journal, Shape, More, Elephant Journal, InStyle, Prevention, and MindBodyGreen. Her mindfulness teachings can also be found on Insight Timer. Read More Larissa never disappoints. In fact, I think she gets wiser each time I take a program with her. - Program participant Larissa was the embodiment of what Kripalu is about. Her spirit and her energy are infectious. Her teaching is clear and concise and she presents herself calmly and compassionately. Loved the workshop... Cannot say enough about the whole experience. - Program participant Larissa is an excellent and engaging teacher who always brings new insights. - Program participant Larissa is a delight. Her organization of the workshop was flawless. - Program participant Larissa's positive energy radiated throughout the room with every session. - Program participant Larissa Hall's Upcoming Programs Online Kripalu Schools Training Oct 1, 2026 - Nov 5, 2026 The Kripalu Ayurveda Summit The Path of Longevity Claudia Welch Kate O'Donnell John Douillard On Campus Oct 12, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026 Autumn Retreat Yoga and mindfulness for self-compassion Larissa Hall Carlson On Campus Jan 8, 2027 - Jan 10, 2027 Begin Again A New Year mindfulness retreat for a fresh start Larissa Hall Carlson Online Kripalu Schools Training Scholarships Jan 20, 2027 - Jun 13, 2027 Foundations of Ayurveda 200-Hour Online Training Erin Casperson Kate O'Donnell Larissa Hall Carlson Hybrid Kripalu Schools Training Scholarships Sep 8, 2027 - Jun 9, 2028 450-Hour Clinical Training in Ayurveda Kripalu School of Ayurveda Kate O'Donnell Jyothi Bhatt Larissa Hall Carlson By Larissa Hall Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom, Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom, Healing & Wholeness Kripalu Recipes: Ayurvedic Elixirs for Your Dosha Support your constitution with these nutritious, dosha-balancing elixirs from Larissa Hall Carlson, Kripalu Schools faculty and former Dean of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda. Larissa Hall Carlson Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom Stir Up the Prana: Kapalabhati for Kapha Balancing in Spring Energizing breathing practices, such as Kapalabhati, the Skull-Shining Breath, are excellent for stimulating circulation—leaving you feeling warm, light, clear, and alert. Larissa Hall Carlson Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom, Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom How to Choose a Meditation Practice for Your Dosha If you’ve been searching for a sustainable meditation technique but haven’t found a good fit, consider the qualities of each technique and match that to your doshic state. Larissa Hall Carlson Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom, Healing & Wholeness Warm Up This Winter with Ayurvedic Herbal Teas As the temperature drops, we naturally crave sweet, liquid warmth. To satisfy that yearning all winter long, Ayurveda recommends delicious herbal teas to keep you hydrated, nourished, and satisfied. Larissa Hall Carlson Pagination Load more
Larissa never disappoints. In fact, I think she gets wiser each time I take a program with her. - Program participant
Larissa was the embodiment of what Kripalu is about. Her spirit and her energy are infectious. Her teaching is clear and concise and she presents herself calmly and compassionately. Loved the workshop... Cannot say enough about the whole experience. - Program participant
Online Kripalu Schools Training Oct 1, 2026 - Nov 5, 2026 The Kripalu Ayurveda Summit The Path of Longevity Claudia Welch Kate O'Donnell John Douillard
On Campus Oct 12, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026 Autumn Retreat Yoga and mindfulness for self-compassion Larissa Hall Carlson
On Campus Jan 8, 2027 - Jan 10, 2027 Begin Again A New Year mindfulness retreat for a fresh start Larissa Hall Carlson
Online Kripalu Schools Training Scholarships Jan 20, 2027 - Jun 13, 2027 Foundations of Ayurveda 200-Hour Online Training Erin Casperson Kate O'Donnell Larissa Hall Carlson
Hybrid Kripalu Schools Training Scholarships Sep 8, 2027 - Jun 9, 2028 450-Hour Clinical Training in Ayurveda Kripalu School of Ayurveda Kate O'Donnell Jyothi Bhatt Larissa Hall Carlson
Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom, Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom, Healing & Wholeness Kripalu Recipes: Ayurvedic Elixirs for Your Dosha Support your constitution with these nutritious, dosha-balancing elixirs from Larissa Hall Carlson, Kripalu Schools faculty and former Dean of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda. Larissa Hall Carlson
Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom Stir Up the Prana: Kapalabhati for Kapha Balancing in Spring Energizing breathing practices, such as Kapalabhati, the Skull-Shining Breath, are excellent for stimulating circulation—leaving you feeling warm, light, clear, and alert. Larissa Hall Carlson
Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom, Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom How to Choose a Meditation Practice for Your Dosha If you’ve been searching for a sustainable meditation technique but haven’t found a good fit, consider the qualities of each technique and match that to your doshic state. Larissa Hall Carlson
Yoga, Spirituality & Ancient Wisdom, Healing & Wholeness Warm Up This Winter with Ayurvedic Herbal Teas As the temperature drops, we naturally crave sweet, liquid warmth. To satisfy that yearning all winter long, Ayurveda recommends delicious herbal teas to keep you hydrated, nourished, and satisfied. Larissa Hall Carlson