MBSR Teacher Training

MBSR Teacher Training (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)

We are honored to offer Turkey’s internationally accredited MBSR Teacher Training program.

Offered by Mindfulness and Compassion Academy, this 274-hour hybrid program is designed in alignment with the MBI:TAC criteria of Oxford and Bangor Universities and is accredited by BAMBA, granting it international recognition and professional validity.

Why Choose This Program?

International Accreditation
The first MBSR training in Turkey recognized by BAMBA

Global Standards
Designed in alignment with Oxford and Bangor University quality frameworks

Expert Teachers
An opportunity to learn with internationally respected teachers such as Trish Bartley, Eluned Gold, Frits Koster, and Canan Coşkun Sayın

Trauma-Sensitive and Ethical Approach
A learning process grounded in safety, awareness, and ethical integrity

Inclusive Learning Experience
A supportive, experiential, and accessible training environment

Program Structure

The MBSR Teacher Training is a comprehensive 274-hour program designed in accordance with international standards. It supports participants in first deepening their own mindfulness practice and then developing solid teaching competencies on this foundation. This structure creates a strong and sustainable pathway from personal practice to professional facilitation.

The program includes:

  • 9 training modules
  • A residential silent retreat
  • Delivery of a pilot MBSR program
  • A three-stage supervision process

Throughout the program, participants:

  • deepen their personal mindfulness practice
  • learn to teach the 8-week MBSR program
  • develop trauma-sensitive and ethical teaching skills
  • are assessed according to MBI:TAC criteria
  • prepare for international certification standards

Supervision Process

During their teacher training journey, candidates gain practical experience by delivering a pilot MBSR program under structured supervision.

Participants:

  • run a pilot MBSR program after module 9
  • receive supervision in three stages (before, mid-point, and completion)
  • submit written reports for each supervision phase
  • are supervised by Canan Coşkun Sayın
  • cover supervision fees separately (not included in program fee)
  • are required to complete the pilot program

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the program:

  • attend all 9 modules
  • complete the silent retreat
  • deliver a pilot MBSR program
  • complete all 3 supervision sessions

are awarded the International BAMBA Accredited MBSR Teacher Certificate.

Application

The MBSR Teacher Training is offered once a year with a limited number of participants. By completing the pre-application form below, you can be among the first to be informed about the next cohort.

For information:

📞 +90 536 402 21 11