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300
Teacher training programsacross 25+ countries and 12 traditions
21
Notable programscurated for depth, lineage, and track record
12
Traditions coveredfrom MBSR and Vipassana to Zen and Somatic
4
Research guidesand tools for practitioners and aspiring teachers

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Practical tools for serious practitioners

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Guide
The Meditation Traditions Field Guide
A thorough reference covering 12 major traditions — origins, core practices, what each demands from the practitioner, and how they map to teacher training pathways.
$39 · PDF · One-time · Instant download
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Workbook
Before Your First Meditation Teacher Training
An interactive workbook for people seriously considering a training program. Self-assessment, tradition comparison, financial planning, and 20 questions to ask before you enroll.
$29 · PDF · One-time · Instant download
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Tool
MTT Program Database
Free. Browse 103 teacher training programs across 18 countries. Filter by tradition, format, country, and accreditation. Each program has its own detail page.
Free · Updated quarterly
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