Embodied Meditation Teacher Training Program

Embodied Meditation Teacher Training Program (50 Hours)
with Rajiv Kapoor & Scott Francis
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The Embodied Meditation Teacher Training Program is a comprehensive teacher training program designed for individuals to cultivate and deepen their own meditation practice and share that with others. This program is ideal for aspiring meditation practitioners, experienced meditators, therapists, coaches, yoga teachers, leaders, and wellness practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of embodied awareness. Through experiential learning and guidance, participants will develop personal practice skills, learn, and acquire the tools to facilitate transformative meditation sessions that enhance physical, mental, and emotional well-being—both for themselves and those they serve.
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Five Core Tenets of the Meditation Teacher Training Program

1. Practice
One’s own meditation practice is the foundation of this training. By deepening one’s own inner awareness and presence, trainees develop the authenticity and clarity needed to guide others.

2. Movement
Embodied practices support the integration of stillness and motion into everyday life. Movement complements meditation by cultivating grounding, energy flow, and somatic intelligence.

3. Community
Growth happens in relationships. This program fosters a supportive, inclusive community where shared experience, vulnerability, and belonging enhance the learning journey.

4. Curriculum
A thoughtfully designed curriculum provides a balanced structure of spiritual wisdom, technique, and teaching skills. It blends ancient wisdom with contemporary approaches to meet the needs of current times.

5. Dialogue
Open, honest conversation is central to this training. Dialogue encourages reflection, inquiry, and collective wisdom, empowering trainees to find their own voice as teachers.
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Benefits of the Meditation Teacher Training Program
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• Deepen Your Personal Practice
  Cultivate a consistent, embodied meditation practice that supports inner clarity, emotional resilience, and a grounded sense of presence.
• Develop Confidence as a Teacher
  Gain the tools, structure, and experience to guide others skillfully — whether in group settings, one-on-one sessions, or integrated into your existing profession.
• Learn Embodied & Accessible Techniques
  Explore a wide range of meditation and movement modalities designed to meet diverse needs and support trauma-informed, inclusive teaching.
• Join a Supportive Learning Community
  Build lasting connections with fellow practitioners and teachers through shared practice, reflection, and collaboration.
• Receive a Comprehensive, Heart-Centered Curriculum
  Engage with a thoughtfully crafted curriculum that balances ancient wisdom, modern insight, and real-world application.
• Refine Your Voice and Teaching Style
  Through guided teaching practice and dialogue, discover your authentic voice and approach as a meditation teacher.
• Integrate Mindfulness into Daily Life & Work
  Learn how to weave mindfulness into personal routines, professional spaces, and the communities you serve.
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Who This Program Is For

This training is designed for individuals who are passionate about meditation, personal growth, and guiding others toward greater awareness and well-being. It’s ideal for:

• Aspiring Meditation Teachers
  Those who feel called to lead others in meditation and want the confidence, tools, and ethical grounding to do so effectively.
• Experienced Practitioners
  Long-time meditators who are ready to deepen their practice, explore new modalities, and integrate teaching into their path.
• Wellness & Healing Professionals
  Yoga teachers, therapists, coaches, bodyworkers, and healthcare providers seeking to incorporate mindfulness and embodiment into their work.
• Educators & Community Leaders
  People working in schools, nonprofits, or leadership roles who want to bring presence, compassion, and grounded awareness to the groups they serve.
• Anyone Called to Inner Work & Service
  This training welcomes individuals committed to their own healing, growth, and the mindful support of others — whether or not they plan to teach formally.
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Bio’s

Rajiv Kapoor has been practicing meditation for over two decades, primarily in the Insight Meditation tradition. His path has been shaped by years of retreat practice and study, including his teacher training with Jack Kornfield. In addition to his exploration of meditation, Rajiv has studied Core Energetics, a form of body-centered psychotherapy, which brings a unique somatic dimension to his teaching.

As a dedicated meditation teacher, Rajiv offers an approach grounded in mindfulness, compassion, and embodied awareness. His work supports students in exploring the connection between mind, body, and our feeling life — creating space for insight, integration, and authentic presence.

Known for his warmth, clarity, straightforwardness, and grounded presence, Rajiv guides individuals and communities in cultivating a meditation practice rooted in truth and attuned to the realities of daily life. He currently teaches at Mind Body Hum.

Rajiv has spent over two decades in corporate leadership and has also taught meditation in organizations like Mastercard and F5 Networks. He's passionate about helping people live and lead from their full, authentic selves—whether at work or in more contemplative settings.
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Scott Francis began his meditation journey in 1993 with a 20-day Vipassana retreat with Jack Kornfield, igniting his lifelong dedication to both yoga and meditation. With over 30 years of meditation practice and more than 40 silent retreats, he has also led numerous yoga retreats and trainings.

His teaching integrates the complementary nature of yoga’s physicality and meditation’s psychological depth. Rooted in his personal journey, Scott’s approach fosters growth in love, presence, and joy.

Primarily influenced by Insight Meditation, he has studied with Jack Kornfield, James Baraz, and Guy Armstrong, and practiced at Spirit Rock, IMS, and The Forest Refuge. Recently, Scott has incorporated sound healing through gongs and crystal bowls, further enhancing the meditative experience and guiding practitioners to deeper presence.

For over thirty years, Scott has walked two parallel paths—one as an architect, the other as a meditation teacher. What makes his work unique is how these paths continually inform each other. His architecture carries the quiet clarity of meditative awareness, and his meditation teaching is grounded, structured, and spacious—much like the spaces he designs. Whether he's shaping buildings or guiding people inward, the same presence flows through both.

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SCHEDULE

Weekend Schedule (4 weeks) February 6 - March 1, 2026
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Feb 6-8, 13-15, 20-22 & Feb 27 - March 1
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Weekend breakdown schedule:
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Fridays 7p-10p
Saturdays 1:30-4:30p
Sundays 1:30-6:30p
(3) Midweek 2 hour remote sessions

(50 Hours total)

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INVESTMENT

$500 non-refundable deposit holds your spot. You are welcome to pay in full. All final payments are due by 1/5/26.

Early: $1,500 (ends 12/01/25)
Late: $2,200 (begins 12/2/25)

(2) Low-Income scholarships are available (annual income below $50k). Please email info@mindbodyhum.com to inquire.