414 N Miramar Ave
Indialantic
FL 32903
Beginning Saturday, July 11 – 10:00 am:
THE FOCUSED MIND: Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training
100-hr (6 month) Teacher Training Program with Anthony Profeta
If you are interested in developing the foundational skills to become a mindfulness meditation teacher, join Anthony Profeta, for his introductory yet INTENSIVE 100-hour Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training Program.
This training immersion will help you gain a more complete understanding of mindfulness meditation with a thorough an exploration into Buddhist philosophy and its meditation techniques; especially its mindfulness and compassion practices. This training will strengthen your own practice and give you the necessary knowledge and experience to lead mindfulness meditation in a clear way to others in both a group and 1-1 setting. The program is aimed at those who wish to become more skillful in presenting mindfulness – such as therapists, social workers, yoga teachers, health care professionals, educators, life coaches, and anyone seeking to integrate mindfulness meditation practices into their work. But, it is also open to anyone who may have no desire to teach but simply wish to deepen their own practice & study.
During the training, participants are required to make a serious time commitment. There will be group practice, teaching exercises, additional individual practice and study requirements. Students will be asked to practice mindfulness meditation for a minimum of 30-60 minutes per day for the duration of the program (and hopefully for the rest of their lives). In addition to six training weekends and study days, you will need to complete regular homework assignments and readings, weekly check-ins with peer groups, practice teaching assignments, 2 teacher one-on-one meetings, and monthly videoconference calls. Details will be presented for group practice & mock teaching sessions once the program is underway. There will be tests and a full-day retreat at the end of the program.�
WHO IS ELIGIBLE:
Anyone looking to deepen their own practice and understanding of meditation & mindfulness.
Anyone looking to move toward helping others with their meditation practice�
RECOMMENDED FOR:
Yoga students, Yoga teachers, Social workers, Therapists, School teachers, Leaders in any field, etc.
Meditation instruction and practice is beneficial to all other modalities, including one’s every day life and relationships.
REQUIREMENTS:
Completed Application (www.AnthonyProfeta.com)
1 year or more of consistent meditation practice or completion of the prerequisite course.
Full attendance in the program (Have to miss something, we get it! Everything will be recorded, but if you miss more than one weekend you don’t get certified).
Successful completion of weekly readings, homework, tests & completion of our full-day retreat.
COST:
Full Tuition: $2400 ($600 deposit needed to hold space)
Pre-paid discount pricing (anytime up to June 22): $1897
(Full Tuition For Students Who’ve Taken the 4wk Prerequisite Course: $1997)
(Tuition is exclusive of recommended reading material).
THE PROGRAM:
6 In-Studio Training Weekends
Full-Day Retreat & Graduation
Video Conference Calls (Determined by Class & teacher availability)�
Training Weekend Schedule:
Saturdays 10-6pm
Sundays 1-7pm
Weekends include meditation practice, discussions, exercises, and practice teachings. �
WEEKEND 1: July 11-12
Meditation & Mindfulness History and Practice
During these sessions we will discuss the history of Meditation & Mindfulness practice and the difference between these methods. Introduction to posture and preliminaries in beginning a practice. Also, touch upon the contemporary view of mindfulness meditation. Instructions for guided mindfulness of breath practice and some other methods.
WEEKEND 2: August 15-16
A Deeper Dive Into Mindfulness
Some say mindfulness has been watered down by modern society. During this session, we will dive deeper into the roots of this ancient practice and learn more about the purpose of mindfulness from a Buddhist perspective. We will also discuss how to incorporate these practices into all aspects of our lives. Touching upon its benefit in dealing with difficult emotions and thoughts Approaches and techniques to work with hindrances including overwhelming emotions, difficult thoughts, physical pain.
WEEKEND 3: September 5-6
The Cultivation of Compassion & Heartfulness
In many Asian cultures, the word for mind and heart is the same and therefore John Kabat-Zinn “the father of modern mindfulness” states: “if we hear mindfulness and also don’t like of heartfulness we haven’t truly understand what it is about.” So, during this weekend we will touch on the History and practice of traditional metta (lovingkindness), forgiveness, and compassion meditation. Approaching self-compassion and learning and practicing mindful communication with ourselves and others
WEEKEND 4: October 3-4
The Science Behind The Practice
During this weekend we will discuss the science and research of mind-body connection. The process and mechanics of what happens in our mind during and after mindfulness meditation practice. We will touch upon the benefits. As well as the recent findings on the benefits of Compassion meditation practice.
WEEKEND 5: November 7-8
Working The Practices With Others
This week we will discuss the different types of settings and environments of conducting a practice. We will touch up the ethical guidelines of being a teacher and working with private, one-on-one students, working in group settings and working in healthcare institutions. You get tips and guidance in establishing a career as a mindfulness and meditation teacher, etc… �
Student Presentations & Final Full Day Retreat: December 5-6
Students will develop a curriculum and lead and instruct the class in a presentation on applications of mindfulness, research on mindfulness, as well as a guided meditation of their choice. The weekend will end with a Full Day Retreat Conducted for the most part in Noble Silence.
