THE 411:

These days there are a lot of teacher trainings that are:

• way too short to learn anything meaningful (they ask you to memorize a script instead of finding your own voice) and/or

• way too hands-off where you don’t develop a relationship with the teacher leading it and/or

• divorced itself from the traditions of Buddhism that birthed the modern mindfulness movement

This 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.

Having studied Buddhism for 36 years, taught it for 25 years, and trained meditation teachers for the last 10, Lodro Rinzler has designed an in-depth curriculum that brings the traditional meditation teachings of the Buddha to life and makes them particularly applicable to our modern world. In addition to working with Lodro you will receive guidance from Adreanna Limbach and over a dozen teachers who have trained with Lodro in the past.

In this yearlong immersion you receive a full Buddhist education through the Year to Wake Up program, alongside the once a month 90 minute teacher training sessions guided live by Lodro. Each class is a small mentor circle which includes:

Please note that this course is offered alongside the Year to Wake Up - that level of Buddhist training is included in this teacher training.

DATES AND RATES

The Dates

Starting February 2026, the dates are wonderfully flexible - this program is meant to work around your busy life:

• Once a month 60 minute live sessions on Zoom with the group. The exact timing is determined by the applicants who are accepted by December 21st, 2025

• One-on-one meetings with Lodro or Adreanna can be scheduled at mutually agreeable times

• There is a personal practice requirement of 30 minutes of mindfulness meditation/day

The Rates

• $2400 for the entire year, including mentor sessions and the Year to Wake Up training

• Payment plan of $200/month available

  Also here’s the thing: Lodro is committed to a diverse and inclusive learning environment so payment plans and discounts 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.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

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.”

About Lodro Rinzler

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 twenty-four years in the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism 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 he now lives in upstate NY with his wife Adreanna, baby 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: Well, I’m in. But the finances are tricky. Can I pay over time?

A: Certainly. 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 at lodrorinzler@gmail.com.