Meditation Teacher Training Program

Humans are capable of evolving consciously which can bring them a sense of wholeness, well-being and expansion of awareness. Meditation is a tool of conscious evolution through which they not only discover their own unique nature, but also experience the universal consciousness which frees them from fear and suffering.

This Meditation Teacher Training Program, a unique synthesis of heart and mind, feelings and thought, soul and structure, is a comprehensive 200-hour certificate program certified by the Canadian Yoga Alliance (CYA-RYS200). This program offers you the opportunity to expand your knowledge and experience of meditation, deepen your meditative practice, learn the skills required to design and facilitate meditation sessions for groups and individuals and to experience meditation practices that are contemporary and accessible to both traditionally oriented seekers and to those who are steeped in the ways of science.

All Samagra programs are based on the principles of ‘naturality’, an integrative approach to life that is grounded in science, education, well-being and the rights of the individual.

This program is offered in modular format. While the sessions are designed specifically for the Meditation Teacher Training Program, registration is open to all who are interested in the topic of a particular module, with the exception of Module V: Teaching Methodology and Facilitation Skills.

Certification

For certification a participant must complete five of the seven modules, including Module V.

Dates 2013

Regent Health Centre, Hamilton, ON

Module I - January 13, 20; February 3, 17

Module II - March 3, 17; April 14, 28

Module III - May 2, 26; June 2, 16

Module VII - July 19, 20, 21, 22

Module V - September 21, 22, 28, 29

Module IV - October 27; November 10, 24; December 1

Module VI - December 8, 15, 2013; January 5, 12, 2014

Curriculum

Each Module will include a variety of meditation techniques, movement and breath-work, as well as opportunities for facilitation.

Modules may be taken in any order, with the exception of Module V: Teaching Methodology and Facilitation Skills. To register for Module V, you must have previously completed three other modules. Five modules must be completed for certification.

MODULE I:

Meditation: The Science of Conscious Evolution; the Art of Wholeness and Well-Being

In this module you will learn about current research in neuroplasticity and brain science, understand mind-body connections and mind-body medicine, and understand the utilization of conscious evolution for well-being. You will also have an opportunity to develop a personal relationship with the last four limbs of Patanjali: sensory transcendence; concentration; total awareness with conscious focus; and Samadhi, the state of Wellness, Authenticity and Freedom.

MODULE II:

The Energy of the Chakras

Learn about the traditional experience of the chakras and the significance of these energy centres in daily life. Understand the evolutionary path of humans, socially, spiritually and physically, and the path of involution as demonstrated by movement throught the chakras.

MODULE III:

Your Natural Being: Naturality, Life-style and Ethics

Discover your nature, your prakirti or constitution, and the significance of ‘naturality' in daily life. Learn to understand and respect your innate self through understanding the life-altering potential of the meditative experience, body type, personality, constitution and self-knowing. Learn about body types and temperament using eastern and western terms of reference. Discover the foods, types of exercise and lifestyle that work best for you.

MODULE IV:

Experiences of Meditation: Ego, Shadow, Soul and Universal Consciousness

Learn about the archetypal energy of ego, shadow, soul and universal consciousness. Understand the power of integrating knowledge of ego, shadow and soul into your life journey to experience the inclusive nature of 'naturality's' wholeness.

MODULE V:

Teaching Methodology and Facilitation Skills

Learn about and experience the steps of instructional design, principles of adult education, interpersonal communication factors, common delivery mistakes and effective methods of delivery.

MODULE VI

Meditation: Techniques and Traditions

Learn about and experience the meditation techniques of universally acknowledged teachers such as Buddha and Osho with a diverse range of traditions and backgrounds. Discover what meditation is and what it is not.

MODULE VII:

Meditation Retreat

This four-day retreat at Bliss Haven Retreat Centre in Dunnville, Ontario (www.blisshaven.net) provides each participant with an opportunity to move deeply into his or her own meditative experience in a peaceful and supportive setting. Attendance at dialogue sessions in the morning is optional and one-on-one opportunities with facilitators can be arranged. Silence will be observed throughout the four days.

Pre-requisites for All Modules:

1. Dialogue with one of the instructors and/or a written submission outlining your reasons for taking the program

2. An established meditation practice

3. For Module V, three modules must have previously been completed

Note:

This program is for those who want to:

engage in and explore the experience of self-knowing
incorporate the experiences of meditation into a current teaching or healing practice
design and facilitate sessions integrating meditation principles and techniques for groups or individuals
and/or help others to discover physical and mental well-being, explore their full capacity, find their true nature and bring clarity to their daily lives.

Resources and Texts: Books by Jivasu will be provided as resource material and a recommended reading list will be provided.

Certification Requirements:

Paricipants will be required to:

attend 90% of the classes
have a personal meditation practice
submit precis and questions from readings based on the recommended reading list or other approved books
plan four theme-based meditation sessions
facilitate a meditation session demonstrating facilitation skills and knowledge of the theme/topic
facilitate a meditation session outside of class and submit a feedback sheet from participants
pass a written test

Cost:

$500 + HST per module (with the exception of Module VII)
$650 + HST for Module VII
15% discount for CYA members, full-time students, seniors and early registrants
a minimum non-refundable deposit of $40 is required to confirm your registration
payment plans are available - contact us to discuss deposit and payment plan options