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2026 Meditation Teacher Training

February 5, 2026 - February 14, 2027

Boulder, CO, United States

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Hosted By

David Gandelman & Michael Galyon

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375 days

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40 person retreat

Highlights

  • A 12-month, 250-hour certified Meditation Teacher Training

  • Two master teachers with decades of experience

  • Optional In-person retreat at The StarHouse in Boulder, CO (September 11–12, 2026 )

  • Live online classes (Thursdays at 1:00pm Pacific)

  • 60 Minute Private 1-1 session with David or Michael

  • Monthly small group mentorship for a full year

  • Access to an online community of supportive peers

  • Practical skills for teaching, guiding groups, and building a sustainable spiritual business

  • Optional 1-1 private mentorship sessions

Details

This immersive 12-month online/in-person hybrid Meditation Teacher Training is more than a certification, it’s a path to embodied presence, authentic teaching, and conscious leadership. Led by experienced teachers David Gandelman and Michael Galyon, the training combines meditation theory, energy awareness, emotional regulation tools, communication techniques, and business foundations to help you become a confident and grounded meditation guide. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner looking to teach or deepen your practice, this program offers a structured, accessible, and warm-hearted approach to spiritual development and professional training. You’ll receive live teachings, mentorship, teaching practice, feedback, and support every step of the way.

Location

Boulder, CO, United States

Boulder, Colorado sits at the base of the Rocky Mountains, known for its dramatic foothills, open spaces, and strong connection to nature. It offers a relaxed, walkable town feel alongside easy access to hiking trails, mountain air, and wide open skies.

Venue

The StarHouse

5 ★ 27 Reviews

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StarHouse is a peaceful, purpose-built retreat centre set on open land just outside Boulder, designed for contemplation, learning, and community. The property features serene indoor gathering spaces, comfortable accommodation, and quiet outdoor areas with views of the surrounding foothills.

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

Kitchen

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bathroom

Accommodation

Retreat Access without Accommodation

Participants to organize their own lodging or commuting.

$5,995 USD total

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Meals

Not included - self catered

Meals are not included. There will be a lunch break each day with time to go out and eat in Boulder.

Schedule

This online/in-person hybrid 12-month Meditation Teacher Training Certification is designed to help you build a strong foundation as both a practitioner and a guide. You’ll learn meditation theory, energetic awareness, teaching presence skills, communication techniques, how to create safe containers, and how to build your own classes, workshops, and offerings. The training gradually builds skills in a supportive environment where you can develop your voice, deepen your connection with yourself, and grow within a grounded community of teachers. A detailed daily schedule will follow as Insight Timer requires.

Testimonials

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Joining this meditation teacher training was the best decision I ever made. I was a bit concerned at first as I’m based in the UK and was worried about time zones, but Jona and David couldn’t have been more accommodating, and changed the hours each month to make sure that people outside of the US could join as many classes as possible. David has the most engaging teaching style and had me hooked from day 1. His programme combined a really impressive range of expert speakers, with excellent reading materials, teaching practice spaces and inspiring live classes. I’d highly recommend this incredible programme

Kate Mishcon, UK

What sets this training apart from others is not only the opportunity to learn from multiple teachers but also to have an entire module focused on the business side. Thoroughly enjoyable, informative and professional.

Jossy Pike, USA

This training helped open up so much for me. The first section was especially powerful and sometimes painful, but on the other side, it is beautiful. Many stuck energies have been dislodged and I am feeling more confident than ever, not only as a meditation guide, but also as a human navigating this existence. I would recommend this program to anyone who is open to putting in the hard emotional work!

Jen Reed, USA

This program expanded my healing meditation practice and gave me the tools and confidence to teach on my own and develop my meditation teaching space.

Tami Droese, USA

David’s Teacher Training Program transcended the typical educational experience. His exceptional wisdom and expertise, delivered in a bucket full of humor, made this training truly exceptional. It was not merely an immersion into a profound knowledge of meditation practices and diving deep into your own practice, but a transformative journey that encouraged me to grow as a person and a teacher. The inclusion of well-known guest teachers offered authentic and unpretentious insights into their methods and also their business models. Truly grateful for being part of this incredible experience.

Katja Astner, Austria

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Hosts

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David Gandelman

Boulder, CO, USA

David Gandelman is an author and spiritual teacher, whose mission is to awaken souls on their path of growing into being human, and living an enlightened, purpose-driven life. He is the host of the po...

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English

Teaching for 9 years

Joined Insight Timer in Sep 2016

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Michael Galyon

New York, NY, USA

Michael Galyon has come to be known by many as their compassionate guide on the path to a calmer, kinder, and more connected life. He is a certified mindfulness instructor, professional coach, a conte...

1 language

English

Teaching for 6 months

Joined Insight Timer in Jul 2025

What's Included

12-month live online training

2 live classes/month during Levels 1–3

1 live class/month during Level 4

Optional in-person retreat that can also be watched online (September 11–12, 2026)

Small group mentorship (monthly for 12 months)

Weekly practicum teaching space beginning in Level 2

A 60 minute 1-1 Session with David or Michael

Guided meditation practices

Private community space

Graduation certification upon meeting all requirements

Optional in-person retreat that can also be watched online

Teaching evaluations and feedback

Not Included

Additional books or optional reading

Technology required to participate (Zoom, internet, audio equipment)

Travel to Boulder for the optional in-person retreat

Lodging and meals during in-person retreat

FAQs

Guest requirements

  • No prerequisites are required. This training is open to anyone interested in learning to teach meditation, presence practices, and how to build a career as a teacher. Beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome.

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 240 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 240 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 240 days before the retreat begins.

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