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Meditation Facilitator Training


  • Iris Yoga 383 Broad Street Bloomfield, NJ, 07003 United States (map)

Join Taryn Lagonigro Yoga Teacher and Certified Meditation Facilitator for a deep dive into the world of meditation through our Meditation Facilitator Training.

Investment: $349; Auto-Pay members automatically receive 30% off.

This training is for you if you are:

·       A yoga teacher, nurse, teacher, social worker, counselor or anyone who wants to learn how to incorporate meditations into their professional life

·       A yoga student who wants to deepen your understanding of meditation for your own practice

·       Looking to start your own meditation practice and want to learn the foundation and fundamentals of a successful meditation practice

Program includes:

·       Training Manual including 6 meditation scripts

·       8+ Hours of Live Instruction

·       Bonus: Home Practice Module

·       Bonus: 21-Day Meditation Habit Journal

·       Bonus: Body Scan Meditation Recording

 

Friday, April 14th 6:30-9:30 PM Live Zoom Instruction: Meditation Foundation

·       Learn WHY we meditate – what does meditation do for the mind and body? What is activated in the body through meditation and what are the effects of a meditation practice?

·       Learn the history of meditation in Yogic tradition

·       Learn about the chakras and the subtle body and how they work together to maintain our mental, emotional and physical health

·       Observe and be guided through meditations by lead trainers; discuss & journal

 

Saturday, April 15th 9:30-12:00 PM In-Person Instruction: Meditation Facilitation

·       Learn about the importance of the breath in meditation and several breathing techniques to compliment meditation

·       Learn tools and techniques on guiding meditations

·       Learn considerations and contraindications for leading meditations

·       Observe and be guided through meditations by lead trainers; discuss & journal

Assignment: choose a meditation you learned and prepare to lead trainee group

 

Sunday, April 16th, 10am* In-Person Instruction: Q&A + Practicums

·       Students will lead meditation for trainee group; discuss/feedback and journal

·       *length of session dependent on number of attendees

·       Optional: Attend 9am Yoga Class w/ Meditation (Included)

 

Bonus Module: Your Home Practice (recommended watching as a pre-requisite)

·       Setting up your space

·       Committing to a consistent practice in a practical way

·       Setting an intention

·       Tips & tricks for keeping meditations fresh

Earlier Event: March 25
Expand Your Practice: Forearm Stand
Later Event: April 23
21-Day Mindful