Meditation Certificate Yoga Alliance YACEP
What you'll learn
- Explore the significance of meditation in modern life and its impact on mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Delve into the origins and historical development of meditation practices and understand how meditation has evolved across different cultures.
- Break down the components of a meditation practice and understand the inner workings of the mind during meditation.
- Learn how to achieve and maintain a comfortable and sustainable meditation posture. Explore sitting, lying down, and other meditation positions.
- Explore various breath control methods for enhancing meditation. Understand the role of breath in mindfulness.
- Develop techniques to cultivate focus and concentration during meditation and explore methods to overcome distractions.
- Deepen your understanding of mindfulness as a core meditation skill and learn how to integrate mindfulness into daily life.
- Experience and practice guided meditation sessions. Understand how to guide others effectively in meditation.
- Dive into concentration meditation techniques, including mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation. Explore their applications and benefits.
- Engage in movement-based practices such as walking meditation and yoga. Learn to incorporate movement into meditation sessions.
- Explore the power of mantra repetition as a meditation technique and understand how mantras can deepen your practice.
- Practice body scan and progressive relaxation techniques. Learn to guide others through these relaxation methods.
- Learn how to plan and structure effective meditation sessions.
- Learn techniques for tailoring meditation to beginners, advanced practitioners, and seniors. Address specific needs and challenges of diverse groups.
- Explore techniques for creating a welcoming and safe environment for meditation. Foster inclusivity and diversity in your meditation sessions.
- Learn how to incorporate props and aids to enhance meditation experiences and explore the benefits of props in specific meditation techniques.
- Discuss the ethical responsibilities of meditation teachers.
Requirements
- No former experience needed.
Description
Journey to Inner Peace: An Online Meditation Course
Unlock the Profound Benefits of Meditation
Welcome to the online meditation course, an exploration of meditation and mindfulness. In this comprehensive course, I invite you to embark on a transformative journey into the world of meditation that will equip you with the tools to become a meditation practitioner or teacher.
For Yoga Alliance Teachers: This course qualifies for 50 Yoga Alliance continuing education points.
We will delve into the significance of meditation in the modern world
We explore how meditation positively impacts your mental, emotional, and physical well-being, providing a profound understanding of the benefits of meditation in daily life
We journey through time to understand the origins and historical development of meditation practices, discovering how meditation has evolved across different cultures
You'll explore a tapestry of meditation traditions, ancient and contemporary, and be introduced to a wide array of meditation techniques, each with its unique qualities, providing the flexibility to choose the approach that resonates with you
We will break down the components of a meditation practice and unveil the inner workings of the mind during meditation
You will learn to achieve and maintain a comfortable and sustainable meditation posture, exploring various positions to discover the one that suits you best
Discover breath control methods that enhance your meditation experience and understand the central role of breath in mindfulness
You will be equipped with techniques to cultivate focus and overcome distractions, allowing you to dive deeper into your practice
Deepen your understanding of mindfulness as a core meditation skill and learn to integrate it into your daily life.
Experience and practice guided meditation sessions, understanding how to guide others effectively, a powerful tool for self-discovery and leadership
Dive into concentration meditation techniques, including mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation, and explore their applications and benefits
Engage in movement-based practices such as walking meditation and yoga, learning to incorporate movement into your meditation sessions
Explore the power of mantra repetition as a meditation technique, deepening your practice
Practice body scan and progressive relaxation techniques and learn to guide others through these relaxation methods
Learn how to plan and structure effective meditation sessions, understanding the importance of pacing and sequencing for a transformative experience
Discuss techniques for tailoring meditation to diverse groups, ensuring inclusivity and addressing specific needs and challenges
Explore techniques for creating a welcoming and safe environment for meditation, fostering inclusivity and diversity in your sessions
Learn how to incorporate props and aids to enhance meditation experiences, exploring their benefits in specific techniques
Discuss the ethical responsibilities of meditation teachers, addressing ethical dilemmas and conflicts in teaching, ensuring your role as a compassionate and responsible meditation guide
This course will empower you with the knowledge and skills to embrace meditation fully and share its profound benefits with others. Join me on this transformative journey towards inner peace and self-discovery.
Certificate:
Upon completing the course, Udemy will automatically email you a Certificate of Completion. The name on your Udemy account will appear on the certificate, so ensure it is correct before you complete the course. For example, if you sign up as "Udemy User," that name will be printed on your certificate.
Also available is a Meditation Teacher Training Certificate from Inspire Movement Coaching. This certificate carries the Yoga Alliance YACEP logo and confirms the continuing education hours. This certificate is FREE of charge.
Please note: The Inspire Movement Coaching certificate is only available if you have completed the course within 12 months of purchase.
Who this course is for:
- Complete beginners to meditation. This comprehensive course is perfect for new practitioners as it not only includes guided meditation practices with journals but also covers the benefits, history and traditions of meditation.
- Yoga teachers who would like to offer meditation to their students.
- Teachers, therapists, age care workers who would like to offer meditation to their clients.
- Athletes and performers looking to sharpen focus, relieve stress, and reduce performance anxiety through meditation.
Instructor
- 4.7 Instructor Rating
- 1,707 Reviews
- 7,621 Students
- 6 Courses
Amanda is a best selling course creator and the director of an online yoga, meditation and breathwork academy. She has been teaching internationally for over 20 years with her courses reaching students from over 130 countries. She has completed over 2000 hours of yoga and meditation teacher training, including courses in chair yoga, restorative yoga, yin yoga, children's yoga, meditation and pranayama techniques and is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider YACEP. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Dance Technique Pedagogy, and a Post Graduate Certificate in Creative Industries.