9 Day Online Teacher Advancement Intensive (TAI)
(3 separate 3 day sessions - two weeks apart each)
Fall 2021 (dates TBA shortly)
Fully Recognized by the Mindfulness Center at Brown University
What is the Online MBSR Teacher Advancement Intensive (TAI)?
Below is a helpful interview with the Assistant Director, Lynn Koerbel, from the Mindfulness Center at Brown University. Lynn outlines the format of this training, intention, pre-requisites and other helpful information. Lynn provides a clear view of MBSR Teacher Advancement Intensive (TAI), which is followed by authorized Global Mindfulness Collaboratives (GMCs), such as our Centre. To watch click here or on picture blow.
Online MBSR Teacher Advancement Intensive (TAI) Recognition
This Online MBSR TAI is organized by our Centre For Mindfulness Canada, in North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The successful completion of this Training is fully recognized and acknowledged by the Mindfulness Center, School of Public Health, at Brown University.
The MBSR TAI fulfills the second formal program in the Teacher Training Pathway. It is a program that is part of the Teacher Training Level 1 set by the Mindfulness Center at Brown University.
The diagram on the left is taken from the Mindfulness Centre at Brown University. It outlines the sequence of requirements under the "MBSR Teacher Training Level 1".
After the successful completion MBSR TAI, trainees will have MBSR Qualified Instructor status. They are then authorized to offer the full eight-week MBSR program to the public while entering MBSR Teacher Level 2, where they will receive individual and group mentorship in addition to other education and training requirements before becoming Certified MBSR Instructor.
Please note, these training steps and requirements are set by Brown University and are subject to change.
For a complete view of the entire Teacher Training Pathway and the the 3 Training Levels, please click on the button below.
Online MBSR TAI Training Dates
The Online MBSR TAI Training will occur over three separate sets off three days each (Thursday/Friday/Saturday), which are two weeks apart (totalling 9 days). The Fall 2021 dates will be posted shortly.
TAI Requirements
In order to apply to MBSR TAI, applicants need to have all the following pre-requisites:
Please note, the Mindfulness Center at Brown University recommends a minimum of six months between completing MBSR Foundations and Teacher Advancement Intensive (TAI) program.
In order to apply to MBSR TAI, applicants need to have all the following pre-requisites:
- Successful Completion of the MBSR Foundations formal program (either 10-Week Online Foundations or 9-day Foundations Residential format)
- Have taught at least three introductory or multi-hour programs based on elements of the MBSR curriculum
- Attendance in at least two 5-7 day silent, teacher-led, qualifying retreats within the last three years
- Maintains a regular, daily mindfulness meditation practice
- Maintains a regular yoga practice.
Please note, the Mindfulness Center at Brown University recommends a minimum of six months between completing MBSR Foundations and Teacher Advancement Intensive (TAI) program.
Fees For MBSR TAI
The fees are all in Canadian Dollars
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Regular Fee (Date TBA) |
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TAI program fee |
$3,300 CAD Total |
$3,600 CAD Total |
Refund Policy
A refund, less a $100 processing fee, will only be offered for cancellations made 30 days prior to the program start date. No refunds or credit will be offered for cancellations with 30 day of the program start date, unless there is an emergency or extenuating circumstances.
Payment Options
- Interact e-transfer (preferred), wire transfer, money order, check or cash.
- Credit card payments available via Square invoicing (with additional CAD processing fee)
- Please do not send any payment until your application has been accepted.
- Do you have questions? Please contact us at info@drkasimalmashat.com for questions or instructions on how to send the interact e-transfer or where to mail the check to.
About the Instructors
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The Fall 2021 TAI will be facilitated by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat. He is a Registered Psychologist and Certified MBSR Teacher and authorized Teacher Trainer by the Mindfulness Center at Brown University. He is the founder of Center For Mindfulness Canada. Kasim has also completed a six-month meditation retreat in silence in Southeast Asia and presented a TEDx about mindfulness. For a full bio - click here. |
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While MBSR Foundations will be fully facilitated by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, we will be joined in only a couple of segments by guest presenter Florence Meleo-Meyer. She serves as Global Ambassador to the MBSR Affiliates world-wide at the Mindfulness Center, Brown University and is inspired by the potential of MBSR to impact global health and well-being when taught by teachers trained with rigor, depth, and cultural sensitivity. She has trained MBSR teachers and teacher trainers for over 20 years. As Director of Oasis Institute, for Professional Education and Training at the Center for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts’ Medical School, she engaged with and supported the development of thousands of MBSR teachers globally. For additional info about Florence, click here.
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How to Apply
Application will open in May of 2021 for the Fall TAI program. If you wish to be notified when the registration opens, please fill the form below.
Application will open in May of 2021 for the Fall TAI program. If you wish to be notified when the registration opens, please fill the form below.