20-hr Meditation Training
The Practice of Liberation
Available spots
Service Description
This 20-hour foundational training is designed to introduce the timeless practices of Yogic Meditation, rooted in the ancient wisdom of the yogic tradition. Blending philosophy, science, and practice, this immersive experience will guide participants through various meditation techniques that cultivate inner stillness, mental clarity, and spiritual awakening. Open to dedicated students seeking to deepen their personal practice and yoga teachers looking to incorporate meditation into their classes, this training provides both a grounded foundation in theory and practical tools for guiding others on the path of meditation. What You Will Learn: The Philosophy & History of Meditation in the Yogic Tradition The Role of Meditation in the Eight Limbs of Yoga (Patanjali's Yoga Sutras) Understanding the Mind: Vrittis, Samskaras, and the Nature of Consciousness Foundational Techniques: Japa Meditation (Mantra Repetition) Pranayama-Based Meditation (Breath Awareness) Trataka (Candle Gazing) Nada Yoga (Sound Meditation) Chakra Meditation Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep) Loving-Kindness Meditation (Metta Bhavana) The Science of Meditation: How Meditation Affects the Nervous System & Brain Creating a Personal Meditation Practice (Sadhana) Holding Space for Others: Ethics, Presence & Trauma-Sensitive Guidance Whether you are a dedicated practitioner looking to deepen your personal meditation practice, or a Registered Yoga Teacher looking to expand your knowledge and enrich your teaching, this program is experiential and will guide you to establishing a personal practice as well as tools to effectively teach meditation to others. Join us over 4 Fridays from 6:00 - 10:00 pm September 12th & 26th October 10th & 24th Save $50 when you register before July 1st Required Reading: Meditations from the Tantras by Swami Satyananda Saraswati The Heart of Yoga by T.K.V. Desikachar Supportive Text: (optional) The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (Swami Satchidananda or Edwin Bryant) Bhagavad Gita (Translation by Eknath Easwaran or Stephen Mitchell) The Science of Pranayama by Swami Sivananda
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Please let us know if you need to cancel a class last minute so that we can invite someone from the waitlist to take your place. We understand that life happens, not to worry, if you are unable to show up for class, we will remove your booking so that you don't lose a class pass.
Contact Details
5284 Main Street, Orono, ON, Canada
+12898930183
weareone@nirmanayoga.ca