MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION TEACHER TRAINING
Become an MBSR Teacher, Wherever You Are in the World
A flexible, all-inclusive 200-hr online pathway. Train in a small cohort, teach with expert supervision, and finish ready to apply for BAMBA registration.
Train From Anywhere, On Your Schedule
Join live Zoom sessions for your MBSR and teacher training, then fit retreats and supervised teaching around your life.
Research backed since the 1970s
MBSR is the original, most researched mindfulness programme.
Recognised Teacher Pathway
Complete the pathway and you’re eligible to apply for BAMBA teacher registration
Small Cohorts, Real Connection
Train in a small group, building lasting friendships and peer support. You get personal attention and feedback throughout.
What Our Students Are Saying
Made for People Who Want to Actually Deliver the MBSR
Whether you're a therapist, coach, educator or health professional, or simply ready for a new direction, this pathway is built to fit around your life.
- You want an accredited, research-backed programme, not just another wellbeing course
- You need to train around work, family or an unpredictable schedule, from anywhere in the world
- You want real guidance and the confidence to teach your first groups
- You'd like a community of teachers behind you once you've qualified
What is the MBSR?
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is an 8-week group programme, taught and researched internationally since the 1970s. It teaches four core practices: the body scan, mindful movement, breathing meditation and loving-kindness.
Your own 8-week MBSR is the first step of our full pathway, so you experience the programme as a participant before you learn to teach it. No need to have done one already.
Already completed an 8-week MBSR in a group? You can join the teacher training only, in September 2027.
Why Train with MindfulnessUK?
From your first session to your first students, you're supported by a team that knows you by name and stays with you long after you've qualified.
- Teaching mindfulness since 2010
- Supervision on your first 2 courses
- Everything you need to launch your teaching
- A community that lasts beyond training
Your Pathway, Step by Step
Live group sessions give you community and support, with time between them to let your practice grow. Everything else you book as you go, keeping it flexible around your life style.
Your Own MBSR
Experience the programme as a participant via live group sessions on Zoom, plus a half-day online retreat with your cohort. 8 weeks of 2hr weekly sessions.
Time to Build Your Own Practice
A planned gap before the teacher training lets your daily practice settle and deepen, so you arrive ready to learn how to teach it.
MBSR Teacher Training
10 weeks of 3.5hr live sessions in our online virtual classroom. Practise teaching, inquiry and holding a group, with feedback from your tutor. Every cohort joins the same block.
Five Online Retreats
Join live on the day, or watch the recording in your own time, whichever suits your week.
Process of Inquiry Masterclass
Our one live-only session: attend on the day, with no recording, to practise the art of inquiry alongside other teachers.
Teach Two Supervised MBSR Courses
Teach your own 8-week courses to real participants, with supervision from our team. You choose when to run them.
Portfolio and Certificate
Submit your portfolio and receive your MindfulnessUK Trained Teacher certificate. You can then choose to apply to the BAMBA Register of Teachers; registration is optional and BAMBA sets its own fee.
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Your Own MBSR
Experience the programme as a participant via live group sessions on Zoom, plus a half-day online retreat with your cohort. 8 weeks of 2hr weekly sessions.
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Time to Build Your Own Practice
A planned gap before the teacher training lets your daily practice settle and deepen, so you arrive ready to learn how to teach it.
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MBSR Teacher Training
10 weeks of 3.75hr live sessions in our online virtual classroom. Practise teaching, inquiry and holding a group, with feedback from your tutor. Every cohort joins the same block.
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Five Online Retreats
Join live on the day, or watch the recording in your own time, whichever suits your week.
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Process of Inquiry Masterclass
Our one live-only session: attend on the day, with no recording, to practise the art of inquiry alongside other teachers.
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Teach Two Supervised MBSR Courses
Teach your own 8-week courses to real participants, with supervision from our team. You choose when to run them.
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Portfolio and Certificate
Submit your portfolio and receive your MindfulnessUK Trained Teacher certificate. You can then choose to apply to the BAMBA Register of Teachers; registration is optional and BAMBA sets its own fee.
Meet Your Tutors
Our experienced tutors are dedicated to guiding you through your mindfulness journey, offering unparalleled expertise and support.
Karen Atkinson
CEO
Angie Ward
CXO
Want to meet us before you decide? Chat it through with the team.
Karen Atkinson
CEO
Angie Ward
CXO
WHAT'S INCLUDED
One All-Inclusive Fee
No separate bookings for retreats, the masterclass or supervision. It's all part of your pathway.
- Your own 8-week MBSR with a half-day online retreat
- 10 live teacher training sessions of 3.5 hours
- 5 MindfulnessUK retreats, live or by recording
- Process of Inquiry masterclass
- Supervision of your first two MBSR courses
- Learning platform, handbook, guided practices and a full teaching schedule
- A business development e-course, to help you launch your teaching
- One year of free MindfulnessUK membership
- Portfolio assessment and your Trained Teacher certificate
YOUR INVESTMENT
£3,905
Full pathway, including your own 8-week MBSR
Pay in instalments via PayPal at checkout.
£3,810
Teacher training only, if you have already completed an 8-week MBSR. Instalments via PayPal at checkout too.
Our Full-Refund Guarantee
Book the full pathway and, if you decide after your 8-week MBSR that it isn't for you, we'll refund the full price of the pathway, including your MBSR course.
Book Your Place in Four Steps
See every date you'll need to commit to before you book, so you can check your diary first.
Only 12 places per cohort. Bookings close at 10am the day before the start date.
Have you already completed an 8-week MBSR?
Choose your start date
Check the dates for your diary
Your own 8-week MBSR
Teacher training block
10 Thursdays, 09:30–13:15 UK time, with Karen Atkinson. Everyone joins the same dates, and you need to attend at least 8 of the 10.
Then, at your own pace
Five retreats (live or recorded), the Process of Inquiry masterclass (live only), your two supervised MBSR courses and your portfolio.
Book your place
Spread the cost with a payment plan
Payment plans are available via PayPal at checkout.
Common Queries About Our Course
Who is this course for and do I need previous experience?
It is for anyone who wants to teach the 8-week MBSR programme. You don't need to have done an MBSR course yet: choose the full pathway and your own 8-week MBSR is the first step.
If you have already completed an 8-week MBSR in a group (live, with a teacher) and have a sustained personal practice of at least six months, choose Teacher Training only.
Long-term practitioners are welcome to talk to us about the six months. Not sure? Book a free chat, email info@mindfulnessuk.com or call 01823 697527.
What is the guarantee?
If you book the full pathway and decide after your 8-week MBSR that it is not for you, we will refund the full price of the pathway, including the MBSR course.
What does the fee cover and can I pay in instalments?
One fee covers your teacher training sessions (and your own 8-week MBSR on the full pathway), course notes, the student handbook, guided meditations, five MindfulnessUK retreats, the Process of Inquiry masterclass, supervision of your two MBSR courses, a business development e-course and one year of free MindfulnessUK membership. Payment plans are available via PayPal at checkout on both pathways. Two recommended reading books cost around £25 and are not sold by MindfulnessUK.
What happens between finishing the MBSR and starting the Teacher Training?
There is a planned gap of about 16 to 25 weeks, depending on your cohort, to build your own regular practice before you learn to teach.
How is the pathway structured and what materials do Iget?
Once you have completed your 8 week MBSR course, it is a 200-hour pathway: 10 live teacher training sessions (3.75 hours each) in our online virtual classroom, five MindfulnessUK retreats, the Process of Inquiry masterclass, two supervised 8-week MBSR courses and self-directed study (portfolio, practice log, reading and CPD). Everything is on our learning platform, including the handbook, the four core meditations and course notes. Pre-reading is needed between sessions, and each cohort is encouraged to set up a WhatsApp group.
How long does it take and is there a time limit?
Your 12-month minimum and 18-month cut-off both start on the first day of your teacher training. You finish when you have submitted evidence that every element is complete, and you then receive your certificate, Trained Teacher logo and a listing in our Trained Teacher directory.
Is it really all online? Do I need to travel?
Yes, it is all online. No travel necessary meaning you can complete your teacher training from anywhere in the world!
What if I miss a session or need to defer?
You need to attend at least 80% of the sessions to receive your certificate and qualify. That means at least 8 of the 10 teacher training sessions, and at least 7 of the 8 weekly sessions of the MBSR. If you fall short on your 8-week MBSR, you can’t move on to the teacher training until you have completed catch-ups. Please let your tutor or our admin team know in advance if you can’t make a session. If you don’t show up, your tutor may get in touch to check you’re okay, as part of our duty of care. For each teacher training session beyond two that you miss, you can book a catch-up tutorial at £70 per hour. To defer, email our admin team within one week of the missed session with a clear reason, then meet a tutor within four weeks to agree a plan.
Do I have to register with BAMBA?
No, it is optional. Once you have completed every element you can apply to the BAMBA Register of Teachers if you wish. BAMBA is an external organisation and sets its own fee, so please check the BAMBA website for current costs and requirements - www.bamba.org
What are the ongoing costs after I graduate?
To stay a registered MBSR teacher, whether or not you register with BAMBA, you follow the Good Practice Guidelines, which keep standards high. This means five retreat days a year and regular supervision, plus appropriate insurance to teach. You can use your own supervisor, and you can join our retreats and supervision. Your first year of MindfulnessUK membership is free, with 10% off masterclasses and retreats.
What time zone are the live sessions in?
All sessions run on UK time. If you are far from the UK, check the times work for you, or book a free chat and we will talk it through.
Can I charge for a MBSR course I deliver under supervision and if so, how much?
Yes, you may charge participants for a mindfulness session as you will have completed the training via teaching sessions with MindfulnessUK. It is your decision on how much you want to charge. We would recommend that you research mindfulness sessions in your area and decide on a good price to charge.
I already have a supervisor that I work with, can I continue with them? Or count retreats I already attend?
You can keep your existing supervisor for ongoing supervision, but the two supervised courses on this pathway must be supervised by a MindfulnessUK supervisor, who uses the MBI-TAC. The five retreats included in the pathway must be with MindfulnessUK. You are welcome to attend other retreats, but they won't count towards it.
Not Sure Yet? Talk to a Real Person
Book a free 15-minute chat with our team. We'll help you decide whether this is the right pathway for you, and answer anything you're wondering about.