Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher Training Module 2

MEDITATION TEACHER TRAINING MODULE 2

 

MODULE 2 – GUIDED IMAGERY AND CONTEMPLATION

 

Your pathway to a new vocation with Drs Ruth and Ian Gawler

Learn to deliver two courses of four weeks each – one focusing on contemplation, the other guided imagery

Study mindfulness and meditation for healing, personal development and spirituality

(Please note module 1 is delivered at The Gawler Foundation by Paul and Maia Bedson)

 

DATES FOR 2017

October – Monday 9 – Friday 13 2017

 

LOCATION

The Yarra Valley Living Centre – 55 Rayner Court, Yarra Junction, Victoria

 

TEACHINGS

This 5 day meditation teacher training will provide you with the training to deliver two courses of four weeks each; one focusing on Contemplation, the other Guided Imagery.

Both will be linked directly to a specific facilitator’s manual and be in synergy with Module 1 of this comprehensive meditation teacher’s training program that focuses on delivering an 8 week Mindfulness Based Stillness Meditation (MBSM) course. The course manuals are included in the course fees.

It will be an advantage to have completed Module 1, but not compulsory.

A Certificate of Completion confirming you have completed 40 hours of face to face meditation teacher training will be provided at the conclusion of this Module 2 program.

 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Practice in teaching and leading Contemplation and Guided imagery.

Study the benefits and goals of Contemplation and Guided imagery for healing, personal development and spirituality.  

The basics of how the thinking-mind works in terms of the conscious and unconscious and the use of imagery for changing habits and beliefs.  The use of Guided imagery for healing.  

Mental Health considerations for Meditation Teachers.  

Practical aspects of teaching a group and marketing.

Appreciate how Contemplation can be used in the “search for meaning” and to gain insight. 

Learn how these same contemplation techniques can be used to meet the needs of modern problem solving, increasing creativity and productivity.

Gain an understanding of the strengths and limitations of “positive thinking” and how to manage client safety when teaching contemplation and guided imagery

Understand the primary uses for Guided Imagery and learn how to apply them

Connecting the content of Module 1 & Module 2

Learn of the latest research news in meditation, neuroscience and neuroplasticity

Understand stillness and how it supports the practices of Contemplation and Guided Imagery.

 

MEMBERSHIP WITH THE MEDITATION ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA

Completing both modules will meet the training requirements for Provisional membership of the peak professional body for meditation teachers, The Meditation Association of Australia (MA) – see their website for current details : www.meditationaustralia.org.au.

 

RECOMMENDED READING FOR MODULE 2

Meditation: an In-depth Guide – Ian Gawler and Paul Bedson. (Allen & Unwin, 2010)

The Mind that Changes Everything – Ian Gawler (Brolga Press, 2012)
Guided Imagery for Self-healing – Martin Rossman (HJ Kramer, 2000)

Ian Gawler OAM , founder of The Gawler Cancer Foundation, Ian has played a major role in pioneering and popularising meditation and other mind-body techniques in the Western world. He has authored six bestselling books including Peace of Mind, Meditation – Pure and Simple, The Mind that Changes Everything and Meditation – an In-Depth Guide. Known for his clarity, insight and good humour, Ian has a gift for translating ancient wisdom into a modern, scientific context.

Dr Ruth Gawler is a GP with specific expertise in Mind-Body Medicine. Ruth knows meditation to be a way of getting to know your own mind and learning how to use it more effectively. Ruth has been a meditator since 1975 and is currently President of the Meditation Association of Australia.

Together, Ian and Ruth have over 80 years of personal meditation practice and 50 years experience teaching meditation.

 

COST

The Cost for the retreat is all inclusive of the full program, accommodation and gourmet vegan meals: 

Pricing is as follows:-

Shared accommodation (sharing with 3 – 7 others)                 $1,990

Twin/Double with ensuite (per person booking together)          $2,380

Single with ensuite (subject to availability)                                $2,870

Please note: Gawler Foundation members receive 5% discount on second and subsequent retreat bookings.

Optional extras include transport and purchases from our resource centre.

 

CONTACT

Please then call the Foundation on 1300 651 211 or email [email protected] to register.  Your place in the program will be secured upon receipt of a $550 deposit which can be arranged either over the phone with a Credit Card by Direct Deposit or by forwarding payment to the Program Manager.

 

 For more information about Module 1, delivered by Paul and Maia Bedson please click here

Contact


Email us here
1300 651 211 or +61 3 5967 5400
(9-5pm AEST Mon-Friday)
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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