Become a Certified Meditation Teacher

Learn from Master Teacher from India

Become a certified meditation teacher with 50 hours/six-day intensive training at our yoga ashram in the Netherlands

Meditation Teacher Training Europe

50-hour Meditation Teacher Training

Become a certified and confident meditation teacher with our 50-hour comprehensive ashram training course. Learn to deepen your own practice and teach meditation to others in an orderly method. This course teaches you a wide range of meditation techniques for various levels. You will understand the proven effects of meditation on your brain waves and nervous system. Learn from specialist teacher Ram Jain (ERYT 500), with over 22 years of teaching experience. After completing the course, you will receive a certificate that allows you to teach meditation worldwide.

50 Hour Meditation Teacher Teacher Training

Accredited Meditation Teacher Training

Join Our 50-Hour Worldwide Accredited Meditation Teacher Training Course

EXPERT TEACHERS

Teachers with combined teaching experience of over 40 years

Post course support

We offer you a continuing relationship with advice and support after your course

FULLY ACCREDITED TRAINING

Get a Yoga Alliance accredited yoga teacher certificate

Learn at a Yoga School with 5 Generations of Heritage

Why Arhanta?

Arhanta Yoga ® is an international yoga teacher training school with Yoga ashrams in India and the Netherlands. We provide internationally accredited professional yoga courses and training while maintaining the authenticity of the ancient teachings

Reputed School
18000+ Yoga teachers certified since 2008

Worldwide Accredited
Accredited with Yoga Alliance and many others

Top Ratings
5-star ratings on Facebook, Google, TripAdvisor

Professional
Professional school for serious learning

Post Course Support
Post-course support available to every graduate

Opportunities
Work and learn opportunities after completion

Expert Teachers
Teachers with combined teaching experience of 40+ years

Own Ashrams
Two beautiful ashrams in India & The Netherlands

What You Will Learn?

Here is a brief overview of what you will learn in this 50-Hour Meditation Teacher Training Course

  • How to practice meditation correctly?
  • How to teach meditation in individual and group setting?
  • How to develop the right voice and script?
  • How to setup and structure a class?
  • Different types and styles of meditation
  • Evidence based benefits of meditation
  • Meditation and neuroscience
  • An overview of different meditation traditions
  • Fundamental principles of meditation
  • Understand the science behind meditation
  • Understand the difference between different meditation styles
  • Important do's and don't s of teaching meditation
  • Anatomy for finding the right sitting position
  • How to integrate meditation in daily life?

What Will You Get?

Here is an overview of what you will get in this 50-Hour Meditation Teacher Training Course

  • Well rounded 50-hour teacher training on meditation
  • Variety (20+) of meditation scripts 
  • Daily teaching practice
  • The confidence and skills to teach meditation effectively
  • An internationally accredited meditation teacher certificate
  • Post course support
Meditation Teacher Training

Our Core Values

Our Philosophy - Authenticity

At Arhanta, we bring you a rich heritage of five generations. You will learn from a teacher who has studied intense yoga from childhood at traditional Indian Vedic schools. We believe that true yoga is applied 20% on the mat and 80% off the mat in your everyday life.

Our Knowledge - Excellence

We are traditional, but our traditions do not restrict us. We regularly research and apply modern science-based anatomy, physiology, and new developments in the fitness and exercise field. This means you are guaranteed proven and accurate knowledge of the best standard.

Our Approach - Empowering

In reality, the concept of “one alignment for all” can turn up empty results. We believe everyone is unique in their body, mind, and capabilities. Therefore, we teach you how to understand your students individually and provide personalized alignments and adjustments.

Our Commitment - Integrity

We are devoted to the success of our students & community. We provide lifelong support, not only during the course but also after. Our highest priority is helping you reach your goals.

Our Professionalism - High Standards

We are passionately committed in doing the best we can for you. At Arhanta, you can be assured of the highest professional standard in training, communication & support. 

Course Location

The 50 hour residential meditation teacher training is held at our Yoga ashram in the Netherlands, Europe. The Ashram is situated outside the beautiful village of Varsseveld, near Arnhem, in the east of the Netherlands. The Ashram is very well-connected to the Dutch public transportation network. The Ashram is situated in a beautiful and peaceful location, surrounded by fields and woods.

Arhanta Yoga Ashram Netherlands

What’s Inside the Course

Our meditation teacher certification course covers all the important fundamentals of meditation in detail

Module 1: Theory

→ What is meditation?

→ Origin and development

→ Overview of different types and traditions

→ Philosophy behind meditation

→ Three bodies - physical, astral and spiritual

→ Five pranas and five koshas

→ Proven effects on brainwaves

→ Proven effects on the nervous system

→ Benefits on body, mind and emotions

→ Various meditation themes 

→ Analyzing various meditation scripts

→ Meditation and Pratyahara

→ Concentration vs Meditation

→ Meditation vs Hypnosis

→ Meditation vs Relaxation

→ Meditation vs Visualization

→ Suitable asanas for meditation

→ Suitable pranayama for meditation

→ Meditation for healing

Module 2: Pratical

Essential elements of a meditation session

→ Importance of voice modulation 

→ How to find the right voice?

Deepening your own experience with daily guided meditation

→ Daily teaching practice of meditation

→ Teaching meditation to groups and individuals

→ Working with different type of scripts

Working with imagery and emotions

→ Learn how to find the most effective meditation posture

→ Learn to make your own script

→ Important do's and don't s of meditation

→ Commonly asked questions and their answers

Ram Jain

About the course teacher

Ram Jain, MSc. Yoga

(ERYT-500 and YACEP with 40,000 hours of teaching experience)

Ram Jain (E-RYT 500, YACEP, 40,000 hours teaching experience) is the Director of Arhanta Yoga Ashrams in India and the Netherlands.  

Ram has been teaching since 1998 and leading teacher training courses since 2008. He has trained over 4000 yoga teachers in the past 12 years.

He was born in India in a traditional and spiritual family. His Yoga and Vedic philosophy education started when he was eight years old as a part of his primary school education. He has in-depth knowledge of classical Yoga and is well-versed in ancient Indian scriptures.

During his 20 years teaching career, he has worked with students from various backgrounds. He is well known for his ability to simplify the complex teachings of yoga.

Ram will be your guide and be available to answer your questions or doubts during and after the course.

YACEP Yoga Alliance
E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance

Worldwide accredited certification

Our 50-hour Meditation Teacher Training is accredited by Yoga Alliance, International Yoga Association, International Yoga Federation and CRKBO (the Netherlands). Yoga Alliance registered yoga teachers get 50 hour Continuing Education Credits with Yoga Alliance

50 Hour Meditation Teacher Teacher Training Certificate
Yoga Alliance
International Yoga Association
CRKBO
International Yoga Federation

Course Dates & Fees

Course Dates

50-Hour Meditation course

Date Seats left Location
2024
11 Mar - 17 Mar Full NL

Course Fees

Accommodation

Fees (In Euros)

Dormitory

1050

Double Shared

1150

Single Room

1250

Daily schedule

07: 00 am

Breakfast

08:15 am

How to Teach

11:30 am

Lunch

12:00 pm

Karma Yoga

01:00 pm

Lecture

03:15 pm

Asana Practice

05:30 pm

Dinner

07:00 pm

Evening Program

08:00 pm

Herbal Tea

09:30 pm

Lights out

*Alternative schedule on the first and last days, for Arrival/Departure (12:30pm)

How to Apply?

To register please complete the online application by clicking the 'Apply Now' button below. Once we receive it we will review and confirm your place within 2 working days

Meditation Teacher Training Course Europe

Read what our alumni say about the course

"I am very happy with the quality of Meditation teacher training with Ram. All the information was thorough, clear and to the point. I especially enjoyed the guided meditation sessions with Ram. I am surprised that I feel confident teaching even with a short course."

Simona, The Netherlands

"I found this Meditation course excellent. Ram is a wonderful teacher. It was a great experience to learn from him. He is very professional and his wisdom is extraordinary. I highly recommend studying with him if you get a chance."

Emily, Germany

"I am delighted with the course. The experience was beyond my expectations. I have never experienced meditation like this before. Daily teaching practice helped me to become confident in my teaching abilities. I highly recommend this course."

Ymkje, Netherlands

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the prerequisites for this course?

There are no prerequisites. This course is designed for students from all levels. There is no previous experience necessary to attend the course.

Is this course only for existing yoga teachers?

No, anyone can follow this course. Many meditation teachers are not yoga asana teachers.

Can I teach meditation after this course?

Yes. even if you have never taught before, you will be able to teach meditation after the course.

What's the difference between meditation and Yoga Nidra?

Who is this course for?

  • Anyone who wants to teach meditation full-time/part-time
  • Anyone who wants to learn and experience meditation
  • Yoga teachers who also want to teach meditation
  • Fitness teachers who want to incorporate meditation elements in their classes
  • Anyone who wants to practice meditation with a deeper understanding