In this 12-week Instructor Level mindfulness program, we teach you new mindfulness techniques every two weeks. Starting with the basics, you gradually advance to more profound techniques. Eventually you will teach all these essential mindfulness techniques that you have taught to others.

During your Mindfulness Instructor Training, you will receive guidance from Master Niels, founder of the Inner Mind Institute.⁠ He will assess you on the mastery of the different mindfulness techniques, your knowledge about their functions and effects, and how you teach them to others. ⁠

During the Instructor Training, you will participate in seven guided online group sessions where Master Niels shares his wisdom, discusses your progress, answers questions, and meditates with the group.

For personal questions and urgent matters between these sessions, you can contact your teacher by email. Students are encouraged to use our online Mindfulness Classroom for general questions. Using the Classroom can help other students who may have the same question(s) as you.

We expect you to work independently with the materials offered in the Instructor Training study modules on our online platform for mindfulness.

Guidance during the Instructor Module is also available in Dutch. Click here for more information.

Your guided sessions with Master Niels will occur on:

Self-study is a vital part of the complete Mindfulness Teacher Training program. We offer an online learning platform where you can learn independently and go through your course materials and guided sessions.

Our self-study program offers students the flexibility to schedule their study time. However, we encourage all students to progress through the program at a similar pace to ensure completion within twelve weeks.

This approach also allows for peer-to-peer learning, enabling you to connect and learn from other students’ experiences in the Mindfulness Classroom. We stimulate you to engage in the classroom to discuss study materials, ask questions, share experience, and practice together.

At the beginning of their Mindfulness Instructor Training, students are divided into classes. In addition to a general Student Community, students also form their own, smaller working group in which they learn together, share experiences, ask questions, and practice together.

The opportunity to practice together and have personal contact with fellow students has proven to be a valuable addition that contributes positively to the development and motivation of the student.

Because the teachers and support team of the Inner Mind Institute also play an active role, the community is the ideal communication channel for all substantive and practical matters about the Instructor Training.

The Mindfulness Instructor Training is a short and practical program that prepares you to work as a certified Mindfulness Instructor already after 12 weeks.

With its short duration, the Mindfulness Instructor Training is an excellent alternative to other popular programs, such as MBSR and MBCT. The program focuses on personal growth and covers all aspects of mindfulness instead of only a small part, making it an interesting option.

Our entire Mindfulness Teacher Training program consists of five individual modules. After completing the Instructor Module, you decide whether to immediately start working as a Mindfulness Instructor or continue your studies.

If you choose to continue, you will advance to the second module (Teacher Training module) and can even move on to the remaining modules after that. With each module, you’ll learn to master and guide more courses, retreats, one-on-one sessions, and even your own students.

Our Mindfulness Teacher Training is perfect for anyone who is motivated to learn and transfer the true essence of mindfulness to others. For you to be successful, it’s essential that you are willing to spend sufficient time on your mindfulness practice and are eager to delve into the deeper teachings of mindfulness.

Compared to other teacher training courses, you can learn everything about the essence of mindfulness up to the path to enlightenment at the Inner Mind Institute. That means you can learn a lot more about mindfulness than just the basics. Not only do you learn special techniques, but you also learn to master them in such a way that you can let go of your problem areas. As a result, you can live your life with inner peace and true happiness.

During this module, you will already start guiding others through mindfulness sessions and teach them the techniques you are learning in this Instructor Module. This will help you become a more skilled mindfulness instructor.

You will record a video of yourself guiding someone through a mindfulness session for your exam. In this session, you will:

Our Mindfulness Instructor Training is a training program that spans five individual modules. Upon completing the first module of 12 weeks, you will be a certified Mindfulness MRP Instructor. It is entirely up to you to decide how far you want to progress through the program. With each module, you will deepen your personal practice and teachings.

Module 2 – Trainer Training
Upon completing the second module of our Mindfulness Teacher Training, you will become a certified MRP Trainer.

Module 3 – Teacher Training
Upon completing your third module, you will become a certified MRP Teacher.

Module 4 – Expert Training
Upon completing your fourth module, you will become a certified MRP Expert.

Module 5 – Master Training
After seven years of study, you will be recognized as an accomplished master and awarded the title of MRP Master.

Taking a mindfulness teacher training program at an IMRPA accredited school, such as the Inner Mind Institute, means that the school’s program has met the high standards set by the association for teaching MRP to others. The quality mark ensures students that the training they receive will provide them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and techniques to teach MRP effectively and according to high-quality standards.

Upon completing the program at the Inner Mind Institute, students will be eligible for accreditation from the IMRPA (“International Mind Retreat Program Association”) themselves. This accreditation is a symbol of quality and excellence in mindfulness education and may also increase the student’s opportunities for employment and career advancement

Read more about the IMRPA here.

Our Mindfulness Teacher Training program offers you the opportunity to start your professional career as a Mindfulness Instructor already after 12 weeks. For those looking to develop themselves further personally and professionally, we offer four additional modules (Trainer Module, Teacher Module, Expert Module, and Master Module) to bring depth into their mindfulness practice. Upon completing another module, you possess the knowledge and skills to guide others through different mindfulness courses, retreats, one-on-one sessions, or even teach and inspire your own students.

After completing the Instructor Module
Upon completion of the first 12-week module of the Teacher Training, you can immediately start your professional career and guide weekly mindfulness sessions to groups and individuals. Additionally, you can provide the 12-week MRP Beginner Level program as an IMI affiliate.

After completing the Trainer Module
Upon completion of the second module of the Teacher Training, you can guide two 7-week mindfulness courses: The Four Foundations of Mindfulness (7 weeks) and Mindfulness in Everyday Life (7 weeks). Both courses can be taught either online or in-person, based on your preference.

After completing the Teacher Module
Upon completing the third module of the Teacher Training, you can teach the 7-week course The Mindfulness Code, as well as lead two Mind Retreats: MRP Beginner Retreat (3 days) and MRP Intermediate Retreat (7 days).

After completing the Expert Module
Upon completing the fourth module of the Teacher Training, you can guide one-on-one sessions and supervise the first two study years of the Inner Mind Institute’s Mindfulness Teacher Training.

After completing the Master Module
If you choose to continue your mindfulness studies after the fourth module, you can guide students during their Trainer and Teacher modules, deepening your own practice and contributing to the growth of mindfulness education. After a total of seven years of study, you will be recognized as an accomplished master and awarded the title of MRP Master.

We are committed to supporting you on your mindfulness journey and helping you achieve your goals at each step of the way. With each year of study, you will gain valuable skills and knowledge that will enable you to teach mindfulness practices with integrity and effectiveness.

The next opportunity to start the Instructor Training is on:

* Determine whether you want to continue your studies after each module.