Ayurvedic practice from a rented room

Local adults looking for relaxation, wellbeing support or a complementary therapy, often found through word of mouth, the centre's own client base and local listings.

A fee per consultation or treatment session. Your main cost is room rent, so the aim is to fill booked sessions and build repeat clients.

• Recognised Ayurvedic and massage training
• Hands-on treatment skills
• Client care and consent
• Diary and booking management

• Ayurveda is not a regulated profession in the UK, so check the training and insurance expected by landlords and clients
• Some councils require a licence or registration for massage and special treatments, so check with the council where you will work
• Public liability and professional indemnity insurance, and check whether the centre's cover includes you
• Avoid promising cures, and check ASA advertising rules for health claims
• Check the rules before selling oils, herbs or supplements, as some products are restricted

Startup costs are estimated at typically around £1,500 to £6,000, depending on your training, insurance, treatment equipment and oils, and the room rental arrangement you choose.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around £600 to £4,000, depending on how many clients you see, your treatment prices and the hours you work. These are estimates, not guaranteed earnings.

Ayurveda is not regulated in the UK, so check the training and insurance landlords and clients expect. Ask your council whether massage or special treatments need a licence or registration, and check ASA rules on health claims.