Kasi Yoga

40 hours Meditation course - hybrid

A 40-hour Yoga Alliance (YACEP) and REPs UAE approved course to deepen your own meditation and learn to guide others with confidence.

Dates
15 Nov – 20 Dec 2026
Schedule
Weekends + online
Format
In studio + online
Where
Dubai Sports City
Hours
40 hours
Certificate
YACEP - Yoga Alliance + 16 CPD points REPs UAE
Language
English
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  2. 15 Nov
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  3. 20 Dec
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Introduction to Meditation ( page 6-11 )Module 1 History and Philosophy of Meditation ( 13 – 25 )Module 1 The Mind (p. 56 – 60)Understanding the Mind Guided Visualization Techniques (p. 101)Module 4: Advanced Techniques

About the course

“Lotus Light” is our meditation teacher training, led by Dr. Kasi, an Ayurvedic physician and E-RYT 500 teacher with more than 15 years of teaching yoga and meditation in Dubai. Over 30 hours you build a steady personal practice and learn the techniques, the philosophy and the science behind it. Then you learn to guide others: designing sessions, setting intentions and leading real meditations with confidence. The course suits complete beginners as well as yoga teachers, coaches and wellness practitioners who want to add meditation to their work. Train in person at our Dubai Sports City studio or online, and graduate with a certificate approved by Yoga Alliance (YACEP) and REPs UAE.

What you’ll learn

  • The foundations of stillness: the history and philosophy of meditation, the qualities of a good teacher, and the science of its benefits
  • The landscape of the mind: Eastern and Western views of the mind, brain waves and states of consciousness, and Patanjali’s methods for mental obstacles
  • Core meditation and yogic techniques: breath-focused meditation, body scans, Yoga Nidra, and the roles of pranayama, pratyahara and dharana
  • Advanced and insightful practices: guided visualisation, mantra, chakra, mindfulness and insight meditation
  • The art of guiding others: designing sessions, setting intentions (sankalpa), and a practicum where you lead real sessions
  • Embodying the teacher: integration, final reflection and certification
  • Included: the “Lotus Light” manual, the “From Words to Stillness” booklet of guided meditation scripts, online preparatory videos and resources, and your certificate (YACEP, REPs UAE approved).

Who it’s for

Complete beginners: no meditation experience needed Yoga teachers who want to add meditation classes Coaches, therapists and wellness practitioners Anyone who wants a deeper, steadier personal practice

Curriculum

Module 18 lessons
Understanding the Mind6 lessons
  • The Mind (p. 56 – 60)Watch free
  • Mind in Indian Perspective (p. 61-68)
  • Different state and Levels of Consciousness (p. 69 – 73)
  • Thoughts (p. 74- 76)
  • Brain waves (p. 156)
  • Module 2 – Assessment
Module 3: Core Meditation Techniques8 lessons
  • Introduction to Breath-Focused Meditation (p. 40 – 47)
  • Body Scan Meditation (p. 48)
  • Yoga Nidra: From Ancient Practice to Modern Application (p. 52 – 55)
  • Pranayama – The Importance of Breathing Exercises for Optimal Brain Function (p. 86)
  • The Importance of Pratyahara in Meditation (p. 90)
  • The Importance of Dharana in Meditation (p. 94)
  • Silent Meditation (p. 161)
  • Module 3 Assessment
Module 4: Advanced Techniques6 lessons
Module 5: Teaching Meditation - Guiding Others6 lessons
  • Guidelines for Designing a Meditation Class (p. 105)Watch free
  • Welcome note, Introduction and centering for Meditation class
  • Warm up and chanting for a meditation class
  • The art of setting an intention for meditation class – Sankalpa
  • Incorporating pranayama into meditation
  • Choosing the right components for the meditation class.

Questions people ask

How do I become a certified meditation teacher in Dubai?
Complete an accredited meditation teacher training. Our 30-hour “Lotus Light” course in Dubai Sports City is approved by Yoga Alliance (YACEP) and REPs UAE. It takes you from your own practice to confidently guiding individuals and groups, and ends with a recognised meditation teacher certificate.
Is this meditation certification recognised in the UAE?
Yes. The course is approved by REPs UAE, the UAE’s Registry of Exercise Professionals, and is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Program (YACEP). Studios, gyms, hotels and wellness centres in Dubai and abroad recognise both.
Can I do the meditation teacher training with no experience?
Yes. The course is designed for complete beginners as well as experienced practitioners. You start with the foundations of stillness and simple breath meditation, then build up to guiding others step by step.
How long does the meditation teacher training take?
40 hours in total, run in batches at our Dubai studio or online. The dates and timings for each batch are listed on this page, so you can pick the one that fits around work or family.
How much does meditation teacher training cost in Dubai?
The full fee is AED 3,800, or AED 3,500 at the early-bird rate. It includes the “Lotus Light” manual, a booklet of guided meditation scripts, online preparatory videos and your YACEP and REPs UAE approved certificate. It’s also free with our RYT 200 yoga teacher training.
Can I do the meditation teacher training online?
Yes. Join online from anywhere, or train in person at our studio in Dubai Sports City, near Motor City, JVC and Arabian Ranches. Online students get the same teaching, manual and certificate.
What meditation techniques will I learn?
Breath-focused meditation, body scans, Yoga Nidra, guided visualisation, mantra, chakra meditation, mindfulness and insight meditation. You also learn the yogic foundations behind them: pranayama, pratyahara and dharana.
Does the course include Yoga Nidra training?
Yes. Yoga Nidra is one of the core techniques. You learn to practise it yourself and to guide it for others, along with session design and setting an intention (sankalpa).
I’m a yoga teacher. Does this count towards my Yoga Alliance continuing education?
Yes. It’s a Yoga Alliance YACEP course, so registered yoga teachers (RYT 200 / RYT 500) can count its hours as continuing education. It’s also a natural way to add meditation classes to your teaching.
What can I do after the meditation teacher training?
Lead group meditation classes and one-to-one sessions. Add meditation to yoga, coaching, therapy or corporate wellness work. Or simply deepen your own practice. Our graduates guide meditation in studios, workplaces and online across Dubai and beyond.

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AED 3,50015 Nov – 20 Dec 2026

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