Why Do a Meditation Teacher Training Course? Deepen Your Practice at the Source of Yoga.
In the modern yoga world, meditation is often spoken about—but not always deeply understood or embodied. At Moola Yoga, based in the spiritual heartland of Rishikesh, India, we believe meditation is not an add-on to yoga. It is the root.
A Meditation Teacher Training Course (TTC) is not only for those who wish to teach. It is for sincere practitioners who want to understand the inner technology of yoga as it has been transmitted for centuries—grounded in tradition, guided by experience, and lived with awareness.
Meditation: The Heart of the Yogic Path
In classical yoga, as described in texts like the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, meditation (dhyāna) is not a technique—it is a state that arises through disciplined practice. Asana, pranayama, and ethical living are all meant to prepare the body and mind for meditation.
A meditation TTC allows you to:
Understand what meditation truly is beyond popular trends
Learn the progressive stages of concentration, awareness, and absorption
Experience meditation as a lived practice, not just a concept
At Moola Yoga, we emphasize meditation as a direct inquiry into the nature of mind, self, and consciousness, rooted in traditional yogic philosophy.
Why Study Meditation in Depth?
Many practitioners meditate regularly but feel unsure about:
Whether they are “doing it right”
How to work with distractions, emotions, or restlessness
How to sustain a long-term practice
How to guide others safely and authentically
A structured Meditation Teacher Training provides clarity, context, and confidence. Through systematic study and guided practice, meditation becomes less mysterious and more embodied.
You learn why certain techniques are used, when to apply them, and how meditation evolves over time.
Who Is a Meditation TTC For?
A meditation TTC is suitable for:
Yoga teachers wishing to deepen their understanding of meditation
Serious practitioners seeking inner stability and clarity
Therapists, healers, and wellness professionals
Anyone drawn to the traditional yogic path
You do not need to be an “advanced meditator.” What matters is sincerity, openness, and a willingness to observe yourself honestly.
What You Learn in a Meditation Teacher Training
At Moola Yoga, our meditation trainings are rooted in classical yoga and lived experience, not performance or spiritual bypassing.
Key areas of study include:
1. Foundations of Meditation
What meditation is—and what it is not
Differences between concentration (dharana), meditation (dhyana), and samadhi
The role of discipline (abhyasa) and detachment (vairagya)
2. Traditional Meditation Techniques
Breath awareness
Mantra meditation
Trataka (candle gazing)
Inner observation practices
Silent sitting and self-inquiry
Each technique is taught with context, purpose, and safety in mind.
3. Yogic Philosophy & Psychology
The nature of mind (chitta, vrittis, samskaras)
The gunas and mental tendencies
How meditation supports emotional balance and clarity
4. Teaching Methodology
For those who wish to teach, a meditation TTC offers:
How to guide sessions clearly and confidently
How to hold space with authenticity
Ethical considerations of teaching meditation
Adapting practices for different students
Why Study Meditation in Rishikesh?
Rishikesh is not just a destination—it is a living lineage. Known as the birthplace of yoga, this sacred town along the Ganga has supported seekers, sages, and teachers for generations.
Practicing meditation in Rishikesh offers:
A naturally supportive spiritual environment
Reduced external distractions
Daily rhythm aligned with practice
Direct connection to yoga’s roots
At Moola Yoga, our immersive trainings in Rishikesh allow students to step out of routine life and fully inhabit the yogic path, even if only for a short time.
Online vs Immersive: Two Ways to Study
We recognize that not everyone can travel immediately, yet the call to practice is present now. That’s why Moola Yoga offers two meditation teacher training formats:
🌿 30-Hour Online Meditation Teacher Training
Study from anywhere in the world
Ideal for deepening personal practice and becoming a specialised teacher of meditation
Allows time to soak up the knowledge and allow for questions to arise and have them answered
Solid foundation in traditional meditation
Taught with clarity, structure, and authenticity
This training is perfect for those seeking flexibility while staying rooted in classical teachings.
🕉️ 50-Hour Immersive Meditation TTC in Rishikesh
In-person, residential experience
Ideal for deepening personal practice and becoming a specialised teacher of meditation
Daily meditation, philosophy, and guided inquiry
Direct teacher-student transmission
Deep immersion in the yogic lifestyle
This training is for those who feel called to step fully into practice, supported by the land, lineage, and community.
Meditation as a Way of Living
Ultimately, a meditation TTC is not about certificates or titles. It is about learning how to sit with yourself honestly, patiently, and compassionately.
At Moola Yoga, we teach meditation as a way of living—grounded, awake, and connected to what is real.
Whether you choose to study online or join us in Rishikesh, our intention remains the same:
to offer authentic yoga teachings, shared with respect for tradition and relevance for modern life.
If you feel called to deepen your practice, explore the roots of meditation, and study in a space that values sincerity over spectacle, we welcome you.
Check out our Online 30 Hour Art of Meditation Course here.
Check out our 50 Hour Art of Meditation Course in Rishikesh, India here.
Contact us via email or WhatsApp where our Meditation teacher himself will reply to your questions.
Moola Yoga – returning to the root.
