A TEN WEEK ONLINE TRAINING WITH LODRO RINZLER
BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 2024
You’re invited to join a select group of students to train in becoming a certified meditation teacher through The Basic Goodness Collective.
WHO THIS IS FOR
people who have been consistently practicing mindfulness meditation for over one year
those who would like to offer this practice at work, to friends and family, and in the number of venues calling for mindfulness in today’s world
anyone who may not even be a Buddhist (you don’t have to be!) but wants to teach mindfulness meditation
This 200 hour program is perfect for anyone who wants to share meditation through current modalities of work, launch a local or online sitting group, run recurring classes or simply bring a more mindful approach to their lives and the lives of others.
WHAT MAKES THIS TRAINING SPECIAL
These days there are a lot of mindfulness teacher trainings that are:
too short to learn anything meaningful
give you zero time to refine your own voice and get feedback on teaching
way too hands-off - you don’t even develop a relationship with the teacher
completely divorced from Buddhism i.e. where these practices come from
This 200 hour training is the solve. It’s deep, personal, and will give you everything you need to speak from a breadth of your own meditation experience. You develop a real community and teacher connection over five months, actually practice giving talks and instruction and get helpful feedback and study Buddhism tip to tail.
In other words, you get a real life teacher helping you one-on-one become the meditation teacher you always wanted to be.
Over 10 weeks we meet:
Learn how to lead guided mindfulness meditation, with a focus on the body, breath and mind
Learn how to give 5-30 minute meditation talks
Gather in small “teaching labs” where you get to find your voice and practice the above in a cohort of 4 people
Gain valuable feedback from Lodro and participants to further refine your teaching style
Come to understand more about where these precious teachings come from
Mentorship not only on how to offer instruction but on how to look at the role and responsibility of teaching meditation, our relationship to money and how to pursue a livelihood as meditation teacher
One-on-one monthly meetings with Lodro or Adreanna Limbach
If you have not yet taken the Buddhist Immersion program, that is a pre-requisite and can be done at the same time as this program. You can find out more about the Buddhist Immersion here.
WHAT DID YOU LEARN?
Past participants had this to say:
“I learned that meditation is not just one thing and walked away feeling confident in my ability to teach a wide variety of techniques.”
“I learned how to meet students where they are at authentically, as opposed to imitating teachers I admire.”
“I learned how to teach in a way that embodies what meditation practice represents.”
“I learned how to structure talks and curriculum so I could lead my own year-round meditation programs.”
“I learned how to market myself in a way that feels genuine to who I am and valuable advice on how to build a livelihood as a mindfulness teacher.”
DATES AND RATES
The Dates
Starting in September 2024, the dates are wonderfully flexible - this program is meant to work around your busy life:
One-on-one meetings with Lodro can be scheduled at mutually agreeable times Monday-Friday
Twice monthly small group meetings occur starting early February. The exact timing is to be determined after enrollment to fit your scheduling needs.
There is a practice requirement of 30 minutes of mindfulness meditation/day
The Rates
Buddhist Immersion + Teacher Training: $1850
Teacher Training only (For graduates of the Buddhist Immersion): $1500
Both rates include all of the above plus monthly mentorship meetings with Lodro or Adreanna Limbach
But here’s the thing: Lodro is committed to a diverse and inclusive learning environment so payment plans and scholarships are available for anyone currently under-resourced financially. He’s committed to making the teachings as accessible as possible to you, period, so please do not let money be the reason you don’t attend this program.
To learn more about any aspect of this program you can schedule a free 15 minute get to know you call or you can email Lodro for more information.
APPLICATION FORM
All applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received
About Lodro
Lodro Rinzler is is the award-winning author of seven books: The Buddha Walks into a Bar; Walk Like a Buddha; The Buddha Walks into the Office; Sit Like a Buddha; How to Love Yourself (And Sometimes Other People); Love Hurts and Take Back Your Mind. He has taught meditation for over twenty years in the Buddhist tradition and travels frequently for his books, having spoken across the world at conferences, universities, and businesses as diverse as Google, Harvard University and the White House. Dubbed “the cool kid’s Buddhist” by The Boston Phoenix, Rinzler’s work has been featured in The New York Times,The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, FOX, CBS, and NBC. Having served as the cofounder of MNDFL Meditation Lodro Rinzler now lives in upstate NY with his wife Adreanna Limbach, daughter Ruby and a menagerie of small animals.
The Fine Print:
Please note that Lodro will only be accepting a limited number of participants into the teacher training this year so we recommend applying early
Full participation in the program is necessary in order to graduate. Should a student miss more than 2 sessions they may not be eligible for graduation
Given the limited number of seats, no refunds are offered once the program has begun
This training does not certify anyone to become a Buddhist teacher or teach anything other than mindfulness meditation
FAQ
Q: Can I do the Buddhist Immersion and not the teacher training?
A: Absolutely. The key difference is the small group work where you receive additional teachings from Lodro on how to teach and practice giving instruction and receiving feedback from your fellow participants. If you opt to do the five month Buddhist immersion you still get to participate in the online community, receive 20 dharma talk videos over five months, meet with Lodro one-on-one during that time and get guided meditation recordings
Q: Well, I’m in. But the finances are tricky. Can I pay over time?
A: Payment plans for both programs can be discussed with Lodro if needed.
Q: Do I have to be a card-carrying Buddhist to do this program?
A: No! This is a program that trains people to offer secular mindfulness meditation. You do not have to be a Buddhist or become a convert in order to join. People from all backgrounds are welcome.
Have additional questions? You can reach out to Lodro directly