Become a Fully-Certified Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher.
Did you know that 30 minutes a day for five years will turn back your biological clock by an amazing twelve years? There’s a mountain of research that’s showing that meditation will boost your health, increase your intelligence, reduce your stress and whole host of other benefits.

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“Do the course. It will change your life in the most amazing unimaginable ways.” Zenways teacher, Lisa Edgar, Director of The Bristo Yoga Centre, Edinburgh.

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There is great demand for meditation teaching these days. Abundant research has shown that Zen and Buddhist-based mindfulness practices are tremendously beneficial. Not only individuals are seeking out the meditation teachings, many organisations including companies like Google and Microsoft are aware of the benefits of meditation and encouraging its practice at work.

It stands to reason, not only does meditation practice make you more relaxed, focussed and stress-resistant; over time you become increasingly efficient. It makes sense for you and it makes sense for your organisation.

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“It was an honour to be taught by such a kind and wise person who has the ability to make you smile and change your life.” Timothy Coote, Operations Director, Jersey Wealth Management.

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Yoga Teachers – Advanced Certification

Many yoga teachers wish to expand into meditation teaching and this 100 hour course is stand-alone, but also counts towards 500 hour advanced yoga teacher certification.

Professional Certification

This intensive course is designed for people who desire to become meditation and mindfulness teachers. The material is presented in a format that will allow you to conduct eight-week courses for individuals or companies, providing a framework which allows the life-changing benefits of meditation to be assimilated and practiced in a way that can lead to lasting well-being, enhanced health and expanded

consciousness. There are two eight-week programmes presented, one for people and organisations interested in stress-relief, wellbing and increased efficiency, and the other one presenting a comprehensive menu of Zen practices which also foster the development of insights into the nature of reality.

Are you Eligible to Join the Course?

A strong interest in meditation practice is required. The course structure is such that you will learn how to accurately communicate the techniques. No specific meditation attainments are needed, although, the more experience you have, the more you will be able to offer your students.

The Teacher

The course will be taught by Zen Master Julian Daizan Skinner, the first Englishman to go to Japan and become a full Zen Master in the rigorous Rinzai School. With Over twenty years of practice as a Zen monk  and more than a decade of experience of  teaching meditation, Daizan knows first-hand the value of this work.

Email Zenways@london.com for a Registration Form

The course is taking place August 21st-28th at the Beacon Centre in Devon. Details of Accomodation here: “http://www.beacon-centre.com”> Cost is £990 plus accomodation at £420. There is an earlybird booking discount of £100 available for students who book their places before April 1st.

Frequently Asked Questions

I’m interested in training as a meditation teacher. How do I do it?

The fastest, most efficient way to gain a recognised qualification is to take a Zenways Yoga one-week, 100-hour course.

What is the daily schedule on a Zenways Yoga teacher training course like?

A typical day on the course is like this:

6-7am Guided Meditation
7-7.30 Breakfast
7.30-8.30 Yoga Nidra – (prone meditation)
8.30-10.30 Mindfulness Movement (yoga)
10.30-12.00 Class
12.00-12.30 Lunch
12.30-4.30 Class/academic study/teaching practice
4.30-5.30 Meditation
5.30-6.00 Supper
6.00-7.00 Reido (spontaneous mindfulness work)
7.00-7.30 Walking Meditation
7.30-8.30 Meditation

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“I feel calm, centred and focused when embarking on my teaching practice. The course was so worth it.” Daniel Foxley, Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu, 4th Dan teacher.

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What is the Accommodation like?

The next course (August 21st-28th 2010) is at a beautiful, warm and well-appointed retreat centre called The Beacon Centre near Exeter in Devon. We have run a number of successful events at the Beacon Centre and they well understand how to cater for a fastrack intensive meditation course.

What is Zenways?

Zenways is the umbrella organisation fostering the teaching of Zen Master Julian Daizan Skinner. Our work is to bring eastern teachings that promote physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing into the modern world.

Do I automatically qualify as a meditation teacher by attending the course?

No, to qualify you are required to
(1)Attend the whole of a course and receive a 100% attendance certificate
(2)Submit satisfactory essays on: The effects of meditation
and The Role of a Meditation Teacher
(3) Practice the two eight-week medtation and mindfulness programmes supplied with the course and supply a practice diary.
(4) Teach the two eight-week meditation programmes supplied with the course and supply reflections and student feedback.

Then you will receive your Teacher’s Certificate and can become a registered meditation and mindfulness teacher (RMT) with Zenways.

How much can I earn as a meditation and mindfulness teacher?

It depends on you. Typically these days, companies and individuals pay £250 a head for an eight-week (one meeting a week) mindfulness and meditation course.

How Much is the Course?

The 2010 tuition cost is £990. Accommodation costs are extra. For example the August 21st-28th 2009 course at the Beacon Centre has an accommodation charge of £420. Each retreat centre has different accommodation charges. We are committed to keeping the course affordable. When you consider the earnings potential, meditation and mindfulness teacher training is excellent value for money.

If I have to cancel my booking what is your refund policy?

If you cancel more than two weeks before the start of your course you will be refunded the entire cost of your course. If you have to cancel less than two weeks before the start of your course you are entitled to 50% of the cost of your course. If you cancel 48 hours or less before the start of your course, unfortunately we are not able to offer a refund. It may be possible to transfer your course fee to a future course. Enquire for more information.

I’m a Yoga Teacher. how does this work combine with what I’ve currently learned?

This course is part of the extension of 200-hour yoga teacher training. Once you’ve added this extra hundred hours, you become eligible for a further 200-hour advanced yoga teacher training which takes you up to the 500-hour advanced yoga teacher level.

What Will I Study on the Course?

On the practical side, you’ll be learning tried and tested meditation techniques grounded in a two and a half thousand year tradition and subject to modern scientific testing. Not only will you be putting these techniques into practice yourself and learning how to communicate them. In addition you will learn how and why they have the effects they do. You will learn about meditation practices and teachings that foster health, well-being and vitality, as well as practices that lead to profoundly expanded consciousness.
The teachings are structured in a way that gives you two courses to offer your clients:

Meditation and Mindfulness for wellbeing – suitable for individuals and organizations that want a non-spiritual programme that provides stress-relief, well-being and problem-solving.
Meditation and Mindfulness, the full course – suitable for those who wish to move beyond the well-being course into the higher realms of human potential whilst still keeping a grounded and energetic approach to life.

Both courses include both still meditation practices and mindfulness movement work.

Can you really learn to be a mindfulness and meditation teacher in a week?

You can learn to accurately pass on the teachings and practices in that time. I think of it like learning to drive a car. With intensive study, you can pass your driving test quite quickly. Many people feel that it’s once you’ve passed your test that you really learn to drive. Plan on your development as a meditation teacher taking the rest of your life and being gounded in your own practice.

Aren’t meditation teachers all monks?

Not at all. People come to it from all kinds of backgrounds, business, the arts, healthcare. In addition yoga teachers are often not fully confident in incorporating the inner dimension into their teaching. This course will fill that gap.

How do I apply?

Email daizan@london.com. Put on your heading line, “Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher Training Application”. I’ll guide you through the process.