Mr. Amaresh Rajaratnam
Lead Trainer, Director of Academics
E-RYT 500, RYT-SL, YACEP, RCYT, YIC 300 IndiaLearn with purpose. Practise with confidence.
The Advanced Meditation Practitioner Certification is an intensive personal development program for practitioners who wish to deepen their inner journey through disciplined meditation and yogic practices. The program provides an opportunity to explore meditation, Inner Engineering concepts, Isha Kriya, mantra chanting, pranayama, breath awareness, concentration, and mindfulness in greater depth. Emphasis is placed on personal practice, self-observation, discipline, inner awareness, and the integration of these practices into everyday life. This is a self-development program and is not designed as a teacher-training or instructor certification course.
What you'll learn
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Deepen your personal meditation practice
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Develop greater self-awareness and inner observation
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Explore the principles and practices associated with Inner Engineering
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Develop a deeper personal practice of Isha Kriya meditation
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Explore mantra chanting as a practice for concentration and inner awareness
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Develop greater awareness of the breath through pranayama
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Learn and practice selected pranayama techniques
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Strengthen concentration and mental focus
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Develop mindfulness and present-moment awareness
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Explore the relationship between breath, body, mind, and awareness
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Understand the role of discipline and consistency in spiritual and personal practice
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Develop greater emotional awareness and inner stability
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Cultivate stillness, clarity, and conscious awareness
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Establish a sustainable daily meditation routine
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Explore traditional yogic approaches to self-development
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Integrate meditation and yogic practices into everyday life
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Develop a deeper understanding of your own inner experiences
COURSE CONTENT
A structured learning journey
13 sections · 4 Months
1Foundations of Meditation & Conscious Living
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Meaning and purpose of meditation
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Meditation as a tool for self-development
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Understanding awareness, attention and consciousness
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Preparing the body and mind for meditation
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Establishing a regular practice
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Meditation environment and personal discipline
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Common challenges in meditation
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Developing patience and consistency
2Self-Awareness & Inner Observation
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Understanding the observing self
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Awareness of thoughts and emotions
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Observing habits and behavioural patterns
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Developing non-reactive awareness
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Self-reflection practices
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Emotional awareness
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Understanding personal triggers and reactions
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Journaling and contemplative reflection
3Meditation Principles & Progressive Practice
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Different approaches to meditation
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Preparatory practices
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Breath-based meditation
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Awareness-based meditation
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Concentration practices
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Mantra-based meditation
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Guided and silent meditation
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Developing longer periods of stillness
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Working with distraction
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Deepening personal practice
4Inner Engineering Concepts & Personal Practice
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Introduction to Inner Engineering
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Understanding the relationship between body, mind, emotions and energy
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Personal responsibility and conscious living
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Exploring inner balance
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Developing awareness in everyday activities
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Applying relevant Inner Engineering concepts to personal development
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Structured personal practice and reflection
5Isha Kriya Meditation
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Background and principles of Isha Kriya
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Preparation for practice
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Understanding the structure of the practice
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Guided personal practice
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Independent personal practice
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Developing consistency
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Deepening awareness through regular practice
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Reflection and personal observations
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Integrating practice into a daily routine
6Pranayama & Breath Awareness
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Understanding breath and awareness
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Relationship between breath and mental state
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Natural breathing awareness
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Foundational pranayama principles
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Preparatory breathing practices
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Selected traditional pranayama practices
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Breath regulation and concentration
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Pranayama as preparation for meditation
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Developing a personal breathwork routine
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Safety and responsible practice
7Mantra Chanting & Nada Awareness
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Understanding mantra
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Traditional purpose of mantra practice
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Pronunciation, rhythm and repetition
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Mantra chanting as a concentration practice
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Individual and group chanting
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Silent mantra repetition
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Introduction to Nada awareness
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Using sound and silence for inner awareness
8Concentration, Attention & Mental Clarity
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Understanding attention
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Developing one-pointed concentration
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Managing distractions
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Breath concentration
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Mantra concentration
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Improving sustained attention
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Developing mental clarity and stillness
9Mindfulness & Present-Moment Awareness
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Principles of mindfulness
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Awareness of everyday activities
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Mindful breathing
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Mindful movement
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Awareness of thoughts and emotions
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Non-judgmental observation
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Developing presence
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Bringing meditation into daily life
10Yogic Philosophy & Inner Development
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Introduction to yogic philosophy
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Yoga as a path of self-development
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Mind, awareness and consciousness
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Discipline and personal practice
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Self-observation and transformation
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Detachment and non-reactivity
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Conscious living
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Integrating philosophical principles into personal life
11Silence, Reflection & Intensive Personal Practice
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Guided periods of silence
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Extended meditation sessions
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Personal reflection
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Digital and sensory awareness
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Deepening inner observation
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Journaling
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Personal practice review
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Understanding individual experiences during practice
12Meditation, Conscious Living & Daily Life
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Integrating meditation into a busy lifestyle
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Creating a sustainable daily routine
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Conscious communication
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Mindful relationships
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Managing stress through awareness
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Bringing yogic awareness into work and everyday activities
13Personal Practice Journal & Self-Study
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Maintaining a meditation journal
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Recording personal practice
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Self-assessment
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Reflective writing
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Reviewing personal development
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Creating a continuing personal practice plan
Requirements
The program is designed for individuals who have a genuine interest in meditation, yoga, mindfulness, and personal development. Previous experience with meditation or yoga is recommended but not essential. Participants should be willing to commit to regular personal practice throughout the program. A sincere interest in self-exploration, inner development, and disciplined practice is expected. Participants should be prepared to engage in meditation, pranayama, mantra chanting, reflection, and periods of silence. There is no requirement or expectation to become a yoga or meditation teacher. The program is intended exclusively for personal development and self-practice.
Plan your learning
This is a 150 Hours Program that can be completed within 4 months of intense training. Class schedule will be delivered with 1 week of learning each week. Check your student portal to keep track of class schedules and modules to cover.
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Progress through practice and evidence
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Regular participation in meditation and practical sessions
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Personal meditation practice journal
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Self-reflection and awareness journal
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Written reflection on personal development and learning
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Practical demonstration of selected meditation practices
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Practical demonstration of selected pranayama practices
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Mantra chanting and concentration practice
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Completion of prescribed personal practice hours
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Personal progress and commitment evaluation
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Final meditation and personal practice assessment
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Successful completion of required learning hours and coursework
Recognition of your achievement
RYACAMP — Rhythmic Yoga Academy Certified Advanced Meditation Practitioner
RYAC · Rhythmic Yoga Academy Certified
Rhythmic Yoga Academy Certified150 Hours Training
Where this learning can take you
This program is exclusively focused on personal development and self-practice and is not a teacher-training or meditation instructor certification course. Get virtually initiated into Shambhavi Mahamudra Kriya practices by Sadhguru.
