Into The Depths
This mindfulness teacher training and mentorship program is a 12-week highly experiential and immersive program for aspiring mindfulness practitioners to refine their teaching and facilitating skills and connect to their most authentic selves.
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This mentorship program does not emphasize the learning of new skills, but remembering and revealing that which already lies within.
In Pali, mindfulness translates as “to remember”. Through meditation, self-inquiry and experiential learning, students will begin to uncover their authentic teaching style and ways that they can begin to show up for their communities. Throughout the 12-weeks, students will be invited to develop a steadiness and confidence as a mindfulness teacher through vigorous self-study, self-inquiry and personal practice. Using an integrated and human-centered approach, you will have an opportunity to understand the shadow self that can often hinder us from guiding from a place of authenticity and integrity.
There will be ample opportunities to reflect on the values and intentions we have as practitioners and sharpen and refine our skills. Most importantly, unlike other programs that ask students to assimilate to the ‘right way’ of teaching, students in this program will be invited to become more of themselves. It is through embodiment of the practice, a deep understanding and relationship to what we are teaching and the development of necessary skills that our inner teach can come alive.
Learn about the foundations of meditation and mindfulness
Understand the role of a mindfulness facilitator and a guide
Recognize the necessity for radical healing justice and trauma-informed care
Develop skills and confidence to lead others in meditation and mindfulness experiences
Create unique and authentic offerings that can support your community
This program includes
This 12-week immersive and experiential program includes a weekly 3-hour live class compromised of: theory, practice and application. Each week students will be given various home practices and assignment to deepen their experience and develop their teaching style. Home practices will include: various meditations, creative writing assignments, research assignments, recommended readings, partner work and reflection.
In addition to the program, there will be guest speakers that are relevant to the module and topic to further support integration and learning. Students will have the opportunity for group practice sessions and community building. Towards the end of the program, there will be a practicum, where students are required to create and offer meditations, classes and workshops to their communities to assess competency and embodiment of training.
What you will gain
Through this program, students will gain an abundance of knowledge and experience to support their evolution as humans and practitioners.
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36 hrs of live support in a virtual group setting and 14 hours of practice and practicum.
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Each student will have 3x30 minute mentorship sessions with Dora during the duration of the program. These sessions can be used to ask specific questions related to your personal and professional practice, content curation and study material.
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The structure of this program was created to equip students with enough material to feel confident in teaching others and to create authentic courses, meditations and workshops.
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A deepening of knowledge in the following areas: mindfulness, meditation, facilitation and content curation.
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1-year access to all course recordings and resources. All content will be shared in a google drive that is easily accessible and updated weekly.
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The course material and home practices have been intentionally crafted to support you in further creating an authentic brand. You will leave with offerings to share with your community by the end of the program.
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Each cohort is created with like-hearted individuals to foster community and create a network of artists, practitioners and healers.
Learning pathway and course curriculum
Each live class includes include theory, practice and application. There will also be interactive lectures, group discussion, and practice teaching sessions.
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This module begins with an opening ceremony where we set the guidelines for the container of learning. We then explore the origins, the history, physiology, and science of the practice. We’ll also spend time reviewing and practicing mindfulness and meditation techniques.
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In Module 2, we dive into the self and engage in vigorous self-study and exploration of our inner landscape as teachers. We’ll spend time Identifying values and understanding ethics and integrity. We’ll also investigate the shadow self and how this can show up in our teaching practice. We’ll end with sustainable self-care, self-stewardship and the importance of ritual and ceremony when being in service to others.
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In Module 3, we expand our awareness to focus on our teaching practice in relationship to others. We’ll explore how to create and hold space, developing unique offerings, creative meditation writing, adopting a trauma sensitive approach, mindfulness through the lens of social justice and understanding the collective shadow.
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In the final module, we delve into our teaching practice as it relates to the world at large. What it means to create and share authentic offerings, the importance of a heart-centered, human centered business, understanding our relationship to social media, and discovering authentic ways to share ourselves with the world.
The final 4 weeks of the program will be a time of practicum where students will be required to share an offerings with their community and the class to assess competency and embodiment.
Your guide
As a mindfulness artist, Dora creates and holds space for individuals to explore different expressions of presence. Her meditation journey began over 14 years ago, in search of inner peace, harmony and representation. Since then, she has led workshops, events and retreats, as a part of her life’s purpose to create sacred, brave spaces for healing and transformation. With a background in Psychology and Psychiatric nursing, her love for the human psyche, science and ancient healing practices inform her teachings and techniques. Dora is also a meditation teacher at Headspace, a leading mindfulness and meditation app, making the world a happier and healthier place.
Her work in the world has aligned her with brands such as Headspace, Nike, Oura, Reebok, Meta, TikTok, Starbucks, Essence Magazine, Hyatt, Sundance Film Festival and many more.
You can learn more about Dora, here.
FAQ
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The program begins in March, 2025. The first class is on March 10th and the course ends on June 2nd, 2025. Classes will take place every Monday for 3 hours via Zoom.
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Each 3 hour class includes theory, practice and application/integration. Depending on the module, there will be pre-reading assignments and written assignments afterwards.
It is expected that students will maintain a daily mindfulness practice throughout the program.
There will also be partner work, creative writing work and research woven throughout the training.
Outside of the 3-hr class, there will be 3-5 hours of home practice, reading assignments, and creative work assigned each week.
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All classes will be held online via Zoom.
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All classes will be recorded, however, attendance is highly important. Missing more than 3 classes will exempt students from receiving a certificate of completion.
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The 500$ deposit is non-refundable. After the program begins tuition will not be refundable but can be transferred to a future training or retreat.
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While teaching experience is not a requirement, it is highly recommended.
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The best way to prepare is to continue practice! During the program, all students are expected to engage in a daily meditation practice and document their journey which will be submitted each week.
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Yes, this course draws upon the participants' lived experience, so having a personal practice that you can reference is important.
Accepted students are required to have a daily meditation practice for the last 2 years.
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This program is currently not accredited to keep this course accessible and low-cost for students.
However, please note: the course has been structured in accordance to the program standards and requirements of the International Mindfulness Teacher Association.
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Not only does this program focus on learning the foundations of mindfulness, but it also emphasizes the importance of cultivating your inner landscape as a teacher, so you can show up as your most authentic and embodied self for your community.
This program also includes creative writing assignments, partner work, practicum, research, 1:1 mentorship with Dora, guest speakers and much more.
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The structure of the program is subject to change based on cohort needs. However, students can expect: the 3-hour weekly live class, 15 minutes of daily meditation, 2-3 hours of home practice or assignments and 3, 30 minute mentorship sessions from Dora.
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Yes, upon completion and fulfillment of practicum hours, students will receive a certificate of completion.
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Once you have filled out the application form, you will receive an invite to schedule a 15-minute discovery call with Dora.
A decision will be made 3-5 days after the initial discovery call.
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For the Spring 2025 cohort, 10 spots are available.
Visiting Speakers
*Visiting teachers and speakers are subject to changed based on cohort needs and program focus.
Sydney Reece M.Ed
International educator and mindfulness-based meditation teacher.
Navi Gill
Ayurvedic Practitioner
Shirley Johnson
Herbalist, licensed psychotherapist, ritualist
and seasoned yoga teacher.
Angie Franklin
Wellness Entrepreneur and Yoga Teacher
Adria Moses
Yoga Teacher, Founder of School of Radical Healing
Alli Simon
Meditation, Yoga and Community Care Facilitator
Carolina Bautista-Velez
Certified Mindfulness Teacher & Trauma-informed consultant
Who is this program for?
Individuals who are deeply committed to healing and inner work.
Individuals who are ready to commit to 3-5 hours of study and practice each week.
Individuals who have an established mindfulness and meditation practice for over 2 years.
Individuals who are curious about self-exploration and self-discovery.
Hearted and human centered people that are passionate about being in service to humanity.
Individuals who are not solely focused on worldly success and monetary or material gain.
Individuals who are passionate about healing justice and creating a more equitable world.
Investment
The financial investment for this 12-week program is $2099. This includes training, support, ongoing mentorship and certificate of completion.
If you are selected for the program, there is a $500 deposit due at the time of acceptance.
Payment plans are available and must be paid in full prior to the end date of the course. Please reach out if you would like to create a payment plan.
There are limited scholarships available for the BIPOC community. If would like to apply for a scholarship, please indicate that on the application form.
Interested in signing up?
Please take your time to thoroughly fill out the application form with as much detail as possible. You will receive an email from Dora with next steps 3-5 business days after your application is submitted.
Enrollment for the Spring 2025 cohort is officially open. Enrollment will remain open until program is full.
What past students have to say
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If you have any further questions or concerns, please leave us a note below.