Sacred Soul Retreat with davidji October 21-26, 2025
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Foundations Course with davidji
Foundations Course
Beginning June 1, 2025
Over 7 weeks, you and I – and a supportive group of spiritual warriors from around the world – will journey together exploring the ancient teachings, cultivating our meditation practice, discovering our best self, and building a strong foundation for you to navigate this magnificent, yet sometimes harsh, world around us. During the process… and long after, you will use what you learn on a daily basis to raise your vibration and the vibrations of those around you.
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Overview
Where are you right now?
- Have you arrived at a crossroads or a fork in the road? – and you’re looking for insight, guidance or a sign to help you take your life to the next level
- Looking to step into your power and finally own your impact?
- Maybe you want to deepen your practice but don’t want the added pressure of taking tests or quizzes.
- Or perhaps you simply want to gently journey along your spiritual path and connect more deeply to source.
If any of these sound like you, then keep reading… This spiritual journey can feel very isolated and lonely – and without a community, a guide, and a process – our suffering and struggles can stand in the way of our happiness & our healing. And, that’s why I’ve developed the Foundations Course. For thousands of years, the ancient spiritual teachings have revealed the answers to life’s deepest questions:
- Who am I ?
- Why am I here & What is my purpose?
- How do I know which is the right decision?
- How do I awaken my inner healer?
- What’s the secret to truly connecting to the stillness & silence that rests within?
- And, how do I manifest my dreams and desires?
Learn How Release the Ties that Bind You
Our own self-judgments are simply assumptions. We’ll learn they are not necessarily true, and how to let them go to make room for growth and infinite possibilities.
Allow that Inner Sense of Security to Blossom
Through years of conditioning, we often fail to see the nuances of the ways we express ourselves. Learn to live with an attitude of curiosity and innocence that allows us to release constrictions.
Lean into the Direction of Your Dreams
Through davidji’s guidance, you’ll began a daily practice of self-compassion, self-forgiveness and gratitude, and a journey back to wholeness.
Program
In four LIVE Zoom sessions, beginning on June 1, 2025, 9am Pacific time, we’ll dive deep into spiritual solutions for navigating life’s uncertainties using the ancient texts, awakening the teachings within, and developing our spiritual framework.
We will discover how to spark, cultivate, and evolve your personal connection to the Universe. I’ll share the most transformational and spiritual guidance from The Bhagavad Gita & the Vedic scriptures; we will meditate on the devotional poetry of Rumi & Hafiz; we’ll learn the foundations of Buddhism & the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali; we’ll connect to the profound teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. direct from his autobiography; and we’ll experience the practical application in the five realms of our life. And in the process, we’ll awaken the part of you that is eternal… the part of you & everyone you’ve ever loved that will never die.
Details
When you enroll in this virtual class, you will:
- Experience four, 2-hour LIVE! webinars and virtual instruction and interaction with davidji over zoom;
- Receive two lessons per week sent directly to your inbox;
- Access recordings of all your sessions you can view on your own schedule;
- Become a member of our Private Facebook group so you can further discuss and explore with your fellow spiritual warriors (optional).
WEBINAR SCHEDULE
- Webinar 1: June 1 at 9am Pacific
- Webinar 2: June 15 at 9am Pacific
- Webinar 3: June 29 at 9am Pacific
- Webinar 4: July 13 at 9am Pacific
CONTENT FLOW
Week 1: Orientation to The Foundations Course and Intention Setting
Week 2: Immersion into Your Meditation Practice
Week 3: Awakening your Sacred Values, the Four Noble Truths and the Noble 8-Fold Path
Week 4: Discovering Your Purpose through the Bhagavad Gita
Week 5: Practices for Enlightened Beings from the Yoga Sutras
Week 6: Heart-centered Living and the Sufi Poets
Week 7: Living the teachings in 2025 and beyond
This course is perfect for those just beginning their spiritual journey – and for those already on the path and looking to take your life to the next level. I don’t believe in spiritual hierarchy – so wherever you are in your journey, you will clarify your lane!
We are the ones we’ve been waiting for and this is the moment to step into your power & own your impact. Join me for seven weeks that will shift you forever.
FAQ
Do I need a certain level of experience before attending this retreat? All you need is an open mind and open heart, and the willingness to dive deep into these ancient teachings – so you can live a purpose-driven life with greater fulfillment.
Is there a required reading list? We provide you with a list of texts that will be covered in the course. Most of them will be discussed during the webinars. You are not required to read them, though you might find value in choosing to read those texts that speak to you.
Where does the workshop take place? This is a virtual course delivered through your personal dashboard when you register. The LIVE webinars take place over zoom, and you will receive instructions on how to connect when you register.
What’s included in tuition? Tuition includes four, 2-hour LIVE! webinars with davidji, access to your course dashboard and materials until Nov. 1, over 28 video lessons, seven written lessons with complementary learning materials, a reading list and a private facebook group (optional).
Do you offer deferred payments? Yes! We offer a convenient payment plans to help you plan your experience. You can choose this option during registration.
Payment Plans and Cancellation
davidji and his team strive to provide a deeply meaningful and enriching experience for all of our attendees. We understand and honor the reality that life circumstances sometime arrive creating challenges. If you have enrolled in a virtual course, and if for any reason you are called to cancel your enrollment, all requests to cancel must be received in writing to teamdavidji@davidji.com, and you agree to honor the cancellation deadlines noted in this policy.
— Payments made via payment plans are not eligible for a refund at any time. If you choose to cancel, we will simply discontinue future payments.
— If you choose to cancel for any reason within 7 calendar days of the day you registered, you are eligible a refund minus a 5% cancellation fee.
— Cancellations made after the 7-day grace period are not eligible for a refund.
— Cancellations made within 7 calendar days of the start day of the virtual course, are not eligible for tuition refunds.
Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training beginning Online July 27, 2025
Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training beginning Online July 27, 2025
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There are many paths to one-ness. Literally thousands of schools and philosophies of meditation exist, each with a unique technique or way of helping to experience present-moment awareness. davidji celebrates them all, and this teacher training honors every tool, technology, and body of knowledge that can help you quiet the fluctuations of the mind and achieve deeper meaning, purpose, peace, and fulfillment in your life.
In this training, davidji combines different types of meditation, group discussions, energy work, chanting, dancing, lectures on the soul, teachings from the Vedas, and group interaction, which interweaves the physical, emotional, and spiritual components of meditation into a very personal journey, traveling from your most ego-based, individual Self to the most divine and cosmic aspects of your universal Self, all from the comfort of your home.
The Only ONLINE 285-Hour Meditation Training
The training begins in July 2025 with online lessons, a LIVE zoom class each week, and readings that flow into a weeklong in-residence online or in-person.
Study Ancient & Modern Philosophy
Connect with the greatest teachers of Vedanta, Buddhism, spirituality, emotional healing and mind-body wellness from ancient texts to modern day translations.
Graduate Followup Program
Your post-grad skills will be enriched through a final group webinar, ongoing support from davidji, and special access to Certified Teacher resources to help you launch your teaching practice.
Program
During your time leading up to your Certification week, you will experience a one-on-one video call with davidji, regular live video webinars in which you will interact with your fellow teachers in training, have continuous interaction with davidji, as well as new video and audio teachings each week.
Your certification week will involve an intensive five-days in-residence with davidji and your fellow teachers-in-training. Together with davidji, your magnificent posse will individually and collectively peel away layers, absorb timeless wisdom, and awaken to your best versions.
If you prefer to complete your training as a Fully Virtual experience from the comfort of your home, your in-residence certification week will be Live via Zoom from November 5-9, 2025.
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If you are craving an in person experience, choose the Online/In-person combo with in-residence certification week at the Meditation Nest in Carlsbad, CA from October 28-November 2, 2025.
After graduation, you will receive your final post graduation lesson and materials that will lead up to our final group webinar one month after you are certified.
This Meditation Teacher Training is eligible for 285-hours of Continuing Education Units through Yoga Alliance for 200 or 500-hr Registered Yoga Teachers.
Details
In this training, you will elevate your meditation practice to a new level. Through the timeless teachings of great masters and sages, you will achieve a new understanding of meditation, self-care, and cultivate your ability to teach these topics.
Through our 16 weeks together, you will:
- Receive your personal Nakshatra birthSTAR mantra;
- Learn other powerful mantras to enhance your practice;
- Practice various meditation and breathing techniques to create higher states of consciousness;
- Gain a deeper understanding of what happens to your body, mind and emotions when you meditate;
- Explore in depth the ancient Vedic teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, as well as several modern masters such as don Miguel Ruiz, Pema Chodron and Eckhart Tolle;
- Dive deep into research-based, scientific evidence of what meditation does to your brain and body;
- Learn the process of teaching others and share from a deeper realm;
- Learn to manifest your intentions and desires and attain deeper fulfillment in your life; and
- Learn the most profound spiritual and wisdom traditions.
FAQ
Do I need a certain level of experience before taking this training?
All you need for meditation teacher training is an open mind, an open heart, and the willingness to begin or deepen your meditation practice.
Where does the training take place?
The training will take place on davidji’s signature Teacher’s Dashboard at davidjimeditationacademy.com with regular classes hosted on Zoom, plus we will spend a week ” in-residence” via Zoom or in-person in Carlsbad, CA – depending on your chosen path.
The in-person track certification week is held at the Meditation Nest, a private retreat just steps from the sand, overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Carlsbad, California. We call this the “Sweetspot of the Universe.” It’s a 30-minute drive from the San Diego International Airport by taxi, car service or rental car, which you will need to arrange. You will receive detailed driving instructions and an address after you register.
How much is tuition, and what does it include?
Standard tuition is $5,750 for the in-person track and $4,250 for the virtual track. We offer a flexible payment plan to help you plan your journey – we have 6 and 12 month payment plan options available. Tuition includes a course syllabus, required reading list and online webinar schedule. You will also have a one-on-one Zoom call session with davidji and regular sessions with your class. When you’ve completed the training and your in-residence, you will be given your certified davidji Meditation Teacher Training Certificate and follow up information about how to stay connected. Books are not included in the cost of tuition.
Are there exams?
All Teachers in Training must submit a term paper prior to our in-residence certification week. Details and instructions for this will be discussed during the training. Also, there are optional “test your knowledge” exams throughout the process, but they are not required to graduate.
Will there be guest teachers or other activities scheduled?
Together we will practice several different styles of yoga and meditation every morning and evening. There will also be guest speakers and instructors throughout the process.
Are you registered with Yoga Alliance?
YES! We are registered with Yoga Alliance and offer Continuing Education Units to practitioners who are 200 or 500 hour RYT. You can receive 285 hours of Continuing Education Units from this Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training.
Will I have designated free time during in-residence?
The schedule is pretty full during in-residence week (virtual and in-person), so it is recommended that you free your time to focus solely on the training during that week, but you will have time for reflection, personal journaling and meals.
How many people are enrolled in each training?
To allow for the most personal connection among students and davidji during the months leading up to our week together, we limit registration.
I want to register for the in-person track. How are you prepared to ensure my health and safety?
As always, the health, safety, and well-being of our guests is our top priority. We take extra steps to ensure the highest degree of sanitation, health, and safety at all of our events. Above all else, our staff is committed to your well-being and following CDC guidelines for health and wellness.
Where can I stay during the in person track certification week? Attendees have the option to stay either at the Meditation Nest (spots at the Meditation Nest sell out quickly) or at one of the many hotels within easy walking distance to better immerse in the program, which begins at sunrise each day and ends after sunset. Rooms in the Nest rare $275 per night for private rooms, are sold on a first-come-first-serve basis, and sell out quickly.
If you wish to stay on site, remaining rooms available will pop up during the registration process so you can choose and pay for your lodging at that time. If rooms are sold out this option will not show during registration. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a refund or credit for cancelled room bookings. You can book your room during the registration process. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to our Director of Training & Development at nancy@davidji.com for information.
Many students also choose to stay at one of the hotels close to the Nest; three hotels in particular are within two blocks of the Meditation Nest. The Carlsbadinn.com is a nice hotel literally across the street; the beachterraceinn.com is on the beach and is also very nice; Springhill Suites is a nice hotel close by; and oceanpalms.com is the most affordable and across the street from the Nest.
Payment Plans and Cancellation
davidji and his team strive to provide a deeply meaningful and enriching experience for all of our teachers in training. We understand and honor the reality that life circumstances sometime arrive creating challenges. If you have already enrolled in the program, and if for any reason you are called to cancel your training, all requests to cancel must be received in writing to teachertraining@davidji.com, and you agree to honor the cancellation deadlines noted in this policy.
— Payments made via payment plans are not eligible for a refund at any time. If you choose to cancel, we will simply discontinue future payments.
— If you choose to cancel for any reason within 7 calendar days of the day you registered, you will receive a refund for tuition only minus a 5% cancellation fee.
— If you purchased lodging at the Meditation Nest, you are not eligible for a refund.
— Cancellations made after the 7-day grace period are not eligible for a tuition refund. However, you may choose to move your registration to a future cohort for a $1,000 change fee.
— Cancellations made within 14 calendar days of the start day of the program, event or course, are not eligible for tuition or lodging refunds.
— If you register for the in-person experience, meaning you will travel to Carlsbad, CA, for your graduation week, trip insurance is highly recommended to cover you in case of emergency. Trip insurance is very affordable, and will cover your costs if you are forced to cancel. You are welcome to use any trip insurance you prefer.
VIRTUAL – Teacher Training beginning Online July 27, 2025
Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training beginning Online July 27, 2025
Overview
There are many paths to one-ness. Literally thousands of schools and philosophies of meditation exist, each with a unique technique or way of helping to experience present-moment awareness. davidji celebrates them all, and this teacher training honors every tool, technology, and body of knowledge that can help you quiet the fluctuations of the mind and achieve deeper meaning, purpose, peace, and fulfillment in your life.
In this training, davidji combines different types of meditation, group discussions, energy work, chanting, dancing, lectures on the soul, teachings from the Vedas, and group interaction, which interweaves the physical, emotional, and spiritual components of meditation into a very personal journey, traveling from your most ego-based, individual Self to the most divine and cosmic aspects of your universal Self, all from the comfort of your home.
The Only ONLINE 285-Hour Meditation Training
The training begins in July 2024 with online lessons, a LIVE zoom class each week, and readings that flow into a weeklong in-residence online or in-person.
Study Ancient & Modern Philosophy
Connect with the greatest teachers of Vedanta, Buddhism, spirituality, emotional healing and mind-body wellness from ancient texts to modern day translations.
Graduate Followup Program
Your post-grad skills will be enriched through a final group webinar, ongoing support from davidji, and special access to Certified Teacher resources to help you launch your teaching practice.
Program
During your time leading up to your Certification week, you will experience a one-on-one video call with davidji, regular live video webinars in which you will interact with your fellow teachers in training, have continuous interaction with davidji, as well as new video and audio teachings each week.
Your certification week will involve an intensive five-days in-residence with davidji and your fellow teachers-in-training. Together with davidji, your magnificent posse will individually and collectively peel away layers, absorb timeless wisdom, and awaken to your best versions.
If you prefer to complete your training as a Fully Virtual experience from the comfort of your home, your in-residence certification week will be Live via Zoom from November 5-9, 2025.
-Or-
If you are craving an in person experience, choose the Online/In-person combo with in-residence certification week at the Meditation Nest in Carlsbad, CA from October 28 – November 2, 2025.
After graduation, you will receive your final post graduation lesson and materials that will lead up to our final group webinar one month after you are certified.
This Meditation Teacher Training is eligible for 285-hours of Continuing Education Units through Yoga Alliance for 200 or 500-hr Registered Yoga Teachers.
Details
In this training, you will elevate your meditation practice to a new level. Through the timeless teachings of great masters and sages, you will achieve a new understanding of meditation, self-care, and cultivate your ability to teach these topics.
Through our 16 weeks together, you will:
- Receive your personal Nakshatra birthSTAR mantra;
- Learn other powerful mantras to enhance your practice;
- Practice various meditation and breathing techniques to create higher states of consciousness;
- Gain a deeper understanding of what happens to your body, mind and emotions when you meditate;
- Explore in depth the ancient Vedic teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, as well as several modern masters such as don Miguel Ruiz, Pema Chodron and Eckhart Tolle;
- Dive deep into research-based, scientific evidence of what meditation does to your brain and body;
- Learn the process of teaching others and share from a deeper realm;
- Learn to manifest your intentions and desires and attain deeper fulfillment in your life; and
- Learn the most profound spiritual and wisdom traditions.
FAQ
Do I need a certain level of experience before taking this training?
All you need for meditation teacher training is an open mind, an open heart, and the willingness to begin or deepen your meditation practice.
Where does the training take place?
The training will take place on davidji’s signature Teacher’s Dashboard at davidjimeditationacademy.com with regular classes hosted on Zoom, plus we will spend a week ” in-residence” via Zoom or in-person in Carlsbad, CA – depending on your chosen path.
The in-person track certification week is held at the Meditation Nest, a private retreat just steps from the sand, overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Carlsbad, California. We call this the “Sweetspot of the Universe.” It’s a 30-minute drive from the San Diego International Airport by taxi, car service or rental car, which you will need to arrange. You will receive detailed driving instructions and an address after you register.
How much is tuition, and what does it include?
Standard tuition is $5,500 for the in-person track and $4500 for the virtual track. We offer a flexible payment plan to help you plan your journey – we have 6 and 12 month payment plan options available. Tuition includes a course syllabus, required reading list and online webinar schedule. You will also have a one-on-one Zoom call session with davidji and regular sessions with your class. When you’ve completed the training and your in-residence, you will be given your certified davidji Meditation Teacher Training Certificate and follow up information about how to stay connected. Books are not included in the cost of tuition.
Are there exams?
All Teachers in Training must submit a term paper prior to our in-residence certification week. Details and instructions for this will be discussed during the training. Also, there are optional “test your knowledge” exams throughout the process, but they are not required to graduate.
Will there be guest teachers or other activities scheduled?
Together we will practice several different styles of yoga and meditation every morning and evening. There will also be guest speakers and instructors throughout the process.
Are you registered with Yoga Alliance?
YES! We are registered with Yoga Alliance and offer Continuing Education Units to practitioners who are 200 or 500 hour RYT. You can receive 285 hours of Continuing Education Units from this Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training.
Will I have designated free time during in-residence?
The schedule is pretty full during in-residence week (virtual and in-person), so it is recommended that you free your time to focus solely on the training during that week, but you will have time for reflection, personal journaling and meals.
How many people are enrolled in each training?
To allow for the most personal connection among students and davidji during the months leading up to our week together, we limit registration.
I want to register for the in-person track. How are you prepared to ensure my health and safety?
As always, the health, safety, and well-being of our guests is our top priority. We take extra steps to ensure the highest degree of sanitation, health, and safety at all of our events. Above all else, our staff is committed to your well-being and following CDC guidelines for health and wellness.
Where can I stay during the in person track certification week? Attendees have the option to stay either at the Meditation Nest (spots at the Meditation Nest sell out quickly) or at one of the many hotels within easy walking distance to better immerse in the program, which begins at sunrise each day and ends after sunset. Rooms in the Nest rare $275 per night for private rooms, are sold on a first-come-first-serve basis, and sell out quickly.
If you wish to stay on site, remaining rooms available will pop up during the registration process so you can choose and pay for your lodging at that time. If rooms are sold out this option will not show during registration. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a refund or credit for cancelled room bookings. You can book your room during the registration process. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to our Director of Training & Development at nancy@davidji.com for information.
Many students also choose to stay at one of the hotels close to the Nest; three hotels in particular are within two blocks of the Meditation Nest. The Carlsbadinn.com is a nice hotel literally across the street; the beachterraceinn.com is on the beach and is also very nice; Springhill Suites is a nice hotel close by; and oceanpalms.com is the most affordable and across the street from the Nest.
Payment Plans and Cancellation
Our goal is to help make the planning process for your training as seamless as possible. That’s why we have set up a convenient monthly payment plan option that you may choose during registration. You may cancel your registration within 7 days of the day you registered and receive a full refund, unless you have opted for a payment plan. Payments made through our payment plans are non-refundable at any time if you cancel.
All cancellations must be requested via email to nancy@davidji.com. Students who register within one month of the training start date are not eligible for a refund at any time if they choose to cancel. If you have to cancel after the grace period, don’t fret! After the seven day period, or if you have selected a payment plan, you will receive a credit voucher as long as the cancellation is more than one month prior to the training start. Teacher Training credit vouchers must be used within 18 months of your original registration date. If you cancel 30 days prior to the start of Teacher Training and prior to the eight-week mark of the active Training session, you may re-enroll in a future Teacher Training session within 18 months for a $1000 transfer fee. There are limited spots available for transfers within each Teacher Training session. Once those spots are filled you will be offered the option to transfer to the next available session. Note that we are not able to offer a refund or credit for room reservations.
To re-enroll, you will be required to complete all the required components of the Teacher Training certification, including attendance during the in-residence certification week, so you are current with the teachings and actively engaged with the group that you will attend the in-residence certification week with. This involvement includes monthly webinars, weekly lessons and a reading list. All changes/cancellations must be requested via email to nancy@davidji.com
Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training beginning Online Feb 9, 2025 – Insight Timer
Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training beginning Online February 9, 2025
Overview
There are many paths to one-ness. Literally thousands of schools and philosophies of meditation exist, each with a unique technique or way of helping to experience present-moment awareness. davidji celebrates them all, and this teacher training honors every tool, technology, and body of knowledge that can help you quiet the fluctuations of the mind and achieve deeper meaning, purpose, peace, and fulfillment in your life.
In this training, davidji combines different types of meditation, group discussions, energy work, chanting, dancing, lectures on the soul, teachings from the Vedas, and group interaction, which interweaves the physical, emotional, and spiritual components of meditation into a very personal journey, traveling from your most ego-based, individual Self to the most divine and cosmic aspects of your universal Self, all from the comfort of your home.
The Only ONLINE 285-Hour Meditation Training
The training begins in July 2024 with online lessons, a LIVE zoom class each week, and readings that flow into a weeklong in-residence online or in-person.
Study Ancient & Modern Philosophy
Connect with the greatest teachers of Vedanta, Buddhism, spirituality, emotional healing and mind-body wellness from ancient texts to modern day translations.
Graduate Followup Program
Your post-grad skills will be enriched through a final group webinar, ongoing support from davidji, and special access to Certified Teacher resources to help you launch your teaching practice.
Program
During your time leading up to your Certification week, you will experience a one-on-one video call with davidji, regular live video webinars in which you will interact with your fellow teachers in training, have continuous interaction with davidji, as well as new video and audio teachings each week.
Your certification week will involve an intensive five-days in-residence with davidji and your fellow teachers-in-training. Together with davidji, your magnificent posse will individually and collectively peel away layers, absorb timeless wisdom, and awaken to your best versions.
If you prefer to complete your training as a Fully Virtual experience from the comfort of your home, your in-residence certification week will be Live via Zoom from May 21-25, 2025.
-Or-
If you are craving an in person experience, choose the Online/In-person combo with in-residence certification week at the Meditation Nest in Carlsbad, CA from May 13-18, 2025.
After graduation, you will receive your final post graduation lesson and materials that will lead up to our final group webinar one month after you are certified.
This Meditation Teacher Training is eligible for 285-hours of Continuing Education Units through Yoga Alliance for 200 or 500-hr Registered Yoga Teachers.
Details
In this training, you will elevate your meditation practice to a new level. Through the timeless teachings of great masters and sages, you will achieve a new understanding of meditation, self-care, and cultivate your ability to teach these topics.
Through our 16 weeks together, you will:
- Receive your personal Nakshatra birthSTAR mantra;
- Learn other powerful mantras to enhance your practice;
- Practice various meditation and breathing techniques to create higher states of consciousness;
- Gain a deeper understanding of what happens to your body, mind and emotions when you meditate;
- Explore in depth the ancient Vedic teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, as well as several modern masters such as don Miguel Ruiz, Pema Chodron and Eckhart Tolle;
- Dive deep into research-based, scientific evidence of what meditation does to your brain and body;
- Learn the process of teaching others and share from a deeper realm;
- Learn to manifest your intentions and desires and attain deeper fulfillment in your life; and
- Learn the most profound spiritual and wisdom traditions.
The Venue
Nestled on the edge of the Pacific Ocean in Carlsbad, California, is the Meditation Nest, a private ocean-front property in which davidji hosts his in-person retreats and the in-person graduation week for the Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training. Attendees can book a private room with en suite at the Meditation Nest for the duration of their retreat, or choose to stay at one of the highly recommended hotels just steps from the Nest. Daily sessions, lectures, special events like sound baths and concerts, are held in the great room, while daily yoga, and sunrise and sunset meditations are held on the beach with the calming sound of the waves in the background. Accommodations at the Meditation Nest are on available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Retreat capacities vary between 35-45 people.
FAQ
Do I need a certain level of experience before taking this training?
All you need for meditation teacher training is an open mind, an open heart, and the willingness to begin or deepen your meditation practice.
Where does the training take place?
The training will take place on davidji’s signature Teacher’s Dashboard at davidjimeditationacademy.com with regular classes hosted on Zoom, plus we will spend a week ” in-residence” via Zoom or in-person in Carlsbad, CA – depending on your chosen path.
The in-person track certification week is held at the Meditation Nest, a private retreat just steps from the sand, overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Carlsbad, California. We call this the “Sweetspot of the Universe.” It’s a 30-minute drive from the San Diego International Airport by taxi, car service or rental car, which you will need to arrange. You will receive detailed driving instructions and an address after you register.
How much is tuition, and what does it include?
Standard tuition is $5,750 for the in-person track and $4,250 for the virtual track. We offer a flexible payment plan to help you plan your journey – we have 6 and 12 month payment plan options available. Tuition includes a course syllabus, required reading list and online webinar schedule. You will also have a one-on-one Zoom call session with davidji and regular sessions with your class. When you’ve completed the training and your in-residence, you will be given your certified davidji Meditation Teacher Training Certificate and follow up information about how to stay connected. Books are not included in the cost of tuition.
Are there exams?
All Teachers in Training must submit a term paper prior to our in-residence certification week. Details and instructions for this will be discussed during the training. Also, there are optional “test your knowledge” exams throughout the process, but they are not required to graduate.
Will there be guest teachers or other activities scheduled?
Together we will practice several different styles of yoga and meditation every morning and evening. There will also be guest speakers and instructors throughout the process.
Are you registered with Yoga Alliance?
YES! We are registered with Yoga Alliance and offer Continuing Education Units to practitioners who are 200 or 500 hour RYT. You can receive 285 hours of Continuing Education Units from this Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training.
Will I have designated free time during in-residence?
The schedule is pretty full during in-residence week (virtual and in-person), so it is recommended that you free your time to focus solely on the training during that week, but you will have time for reflection, personal journaling and meals.
How many people are enrolled in each training?
To allow for the most personal connection among students and davidji during the months leading up to our week together, we limit registration.
I want to register for the in-person track. How are you prepared to ensure my health and safety?
As always, the health, safety, and well-being of our guests is our top priority. We take extra steps to ensure the highest degree of sanitation, health, and safety at all of our events. Above all else, our staff is committed to your well-being and following CDC guidelines for health and wellness.
Where can I stay during the in person track certification week? Attendees have the option to stay either at the Meditation Nest (spots at the Meditation Nest sell out quickly) or at one of the many hotels within easy walking distance to better immerse in the program, which begins at sunrise each day and ends after sunset. Rooms in the Nest rare $275 per night for private rooms, are sold on a first-come-first-serve basis, and sell out quickly.
If you wish to stay on site, remaining rooms available will pop up during the registration process so you can choose and pay for your lodging at that time. If rooms are sold out this option will not show during registration. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a refund or credit for cancelled room bookings. You can book your room during the registration process. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to our Director of Training & Development at nancy@davidji.com for information.
Many students also choose to stay at one of the hotels close to the Nest; three hotels in particular are within two blocks of the Meditation Nest. The Carlsbadinn.com is a nice hotel literally across the street; the beachterraceinn.com is on the beach and is also very nice; Springhill Suites is a nice hotel close by; and oceanpalms.com is the most affordable and across the street from the Nest.
Payment Plans and Cancellation
Our goal is to help make the planning process for your training as seamless as possible. That’s why we have set up a convenient monthly payment plan option that you may choose during registration. You may cancel your registration within 7 days of the day you registered and receive a full refund, unless you have opted for a payment plan. Payments made through our payment plans are non-refundable at any time if you cancel.
All cancellations must be requested via email to nancy@davidji.com. Students who register within one month of the training start date are not eligible for a refund at any time if they choose to cancel. If you have to cancel after the grace period, don’t fret! After the seven day period, or if you have selected a payment plan, you will receive a credit voucher as long as the cancellation is more than one month prior to the training start. Teacher Training credit vouchers must be used within 18 months of your original registration date. If you cancel 30 days prior to the start of Teacher Training and prior to the eight-week mark of the active Training session, you may re-enroll in a future Teacher Training session within 18 months for a $1000 transfer fee. There are limited spots available for transfers within each Teacher Training session. Once those spots are filled you will be offered the option to transfer to the next available session. Note that we are not able to offer a refund or credit for room reservations.
To re-enroll, you will be required to complete all the required components of the Teacher Training certification, including attendance during the in-residence certification week, so you are current with the teachings and actively engaged with the group that you will attend the in-residence certification week with. This involvement includes monthly webinars, weekly lessons and a reading list. All changes/cancellations must be requested via email to nancy@davidji.com
Manifesting Your Dream Life with davidji – May 2025
Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training beginning Online Feb 9, 2025
Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training beginning Online February 9, 2025
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Overview
There are many paths to one-ness. Literally thousands of schools and philosophies of meditation exist, each with a unique technique or way of helping to experience present-moment awareness. davidji celebrates them all, and this teacher training honors every tool, technology, and body of knowledge that can help you quiet the fluctuations of the mind and achieve deeper meaning, purpose, peace, and fulfillment in your life.
In this training, davidji combines different types of meditation, group discussions, energy work, chanting, dancing, lectures on the soul, teachings from the Vedas, and group interaction, which interweaves the physical, emotional, and spiritual components of meditation into a very personal journey, traveling from your most ego-based, individual Self to the most divine and cosmic aspects of your universal Self, all from the comfort of your home.
The Only ONLINE 285-Hour Meditation Training
The training begins in February 2025 with online lessons, a LIVE zoom class each week, and readings that flow into a weeklong in-residence online or in-person.
Study Ancient & Modern Philosophy
Connect with the greatest teachers of Vedanta, Buddhism, spirituality, emotional healing and mind-body wellness from ancient texts to modern day translations.
Graduate Followup Program
Your post-grad skills will be enriched through a final group webinar, ongoing support from davidji, and special access to Certified Teacher resources to help you launch your teaching practice.
Program
During your time leading up to your Certification week, you will experience a one-on-one video call with davidji, regular live video webinars in which you will interact with your fellow teachers in training, have continuous interaction with davidji, as well as new video and audio teachings each week.
Your certification week will involve an intensive five-days in-residence with davidji and your fellow teachers-in-training. Together with davidji, your magnificent posse will individually and collectively peel away layers, absorb timeless wisdom, and awaken to your best versions.
If you prefer to complete your training as a Fully Virtual experience from the comfort of your home, your in-residence certification week will be Live via Zoom from May 21-25, 2025.
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If you are craving an in person experience, choose the Online/In-person combo with in-residence certification week at the Meditation Nest in Carlsbad, CA from May 13-18, 2025.
After graduation, you will receive your final post graduation lesson and materials that will lead up to our final group webinar one month after you are certified.
This Meditation Teacher Training is eligible for 285-hours of Continuing Education Units through Yoga Alliance for 200 or 500-hr Registered Yoga Teachers.
Details
In this training, you will elevate your meditation practice to a new level. Through the timeless teachings of great masters and sages, you will achieve a new understanding of meditation, self-care, and cultivate your ability to teach these topics.
Through our 16 weeks together, you will:
- Receive your personal Nakshatra birthSTAR mantra;
- Learn other powerful mantras to enhance your practice;
- Practice various meditation and breathing techniques to create higher states of consciousness;
- Gain a deeper understanding of what happens to your body, mind and emotions when you meditate;
- Explore in depth the ancient Vedic teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, as well as several modern masters such as don Miguel Ruiz, Pema Chodron and Eckhart Tolle;
- Dive deep into research-based, scientific evidence of what meditation does to your brain and body;
- Learn the process of teaching others and share from a deeper realm;
- Learn to manifest your intentions and desires and attain deeper fulfillment in your life; and
- Learn the most profound spiritual and wisdom traditions.
FAQ
Do I need a certain level of experience before taking this training?
All you need for meditation teacher training is an open mind, an open heart, and the willingness to begin or deepen your meditation practice.
Where does the training take place?
The training will take place on davidji’s signature Teacher’s Dashboard at davidjimeditationacademy.com with regular classes hosted on Zoom, plus we will spend a week ” in-residence” via Zoom or in-person in Carlsbad, CA – depending on your chosen path.
The in-person track certification week is held at the Meditation Nest, a private retreat just steps from the sand, overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Carlsbad, California. We call this the “Sweetspot of the Universe.” It’s a 30-minute drive from the San Diego International Airport by taxi, car service or rental car, which you will need to arrange. You will receive detailed driving instructions and an address after you register.
How much is tuition, and what does it include?
Standard tuition is $5,750 for the in-person track and $4,250 for the virtual track. We offer a flexible payment plan to help you plan your journey – we have 6 and 12 month payment plan options available. Tuition includes a course syllabus, required reading list and online webinar schedule. You will also have a one-on-one Zoom call session with davidji and regular sessions with your class. When you’ve completed the training and your in-residence, you will be given your certified davidji Meditation Teacher Training Certificate and follow up information about how to stay connected. Books are not included in the cost of tuition.
Are there exams?
All Teachers in Training must submit a term paper prior to our in-residence certification week. Details and instructions for this will be discussed during the training. Also, there are optional “test your knowledge” exams throughout the process, but they are not required to graduate.
Will there be guest teachers or other activities scheduled?
Together we will practice several different styles of yoga and meditation every morning and evening. There will also be guest speakers and instructors throughout the process.
Are you registered with Yoga Alliance?
YES! We are registered with Yoga Alliance and offer Continuing Education Units to practitioners who are 200 or 500 hour RYT. You can receive 285 hours of Continuing Education Units from this Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training.
Will I have designated free time during in-residence?
The schedule is pretty full during in-residence week (virtual and in-person), so it is recommended that you free your time to focus solely on the training during that week, but you will have time for reflection, personal journaling and meals.
How many people are enrolled in each training?
To allow for the most personal connection among students and davidji during the months leading up to our week together, we limit registration.
I want to register for the in-person track. How are you prepared to ensure my health and safety?
As always, the health, safety, and well-being of our guests is our top priority. We take extra steps to ensure the highest degree of sanitation, health, and safety at all of our events. Above all else, our staff is committed to your well-being and following CDC guidelines for health and wellness.
Where can I stay during the in person track certification week? Attendees have the option to stay either at the Meditation Nest (spots at the Meditation Nest sell out quickly) or at one of the many hotels within easy walking distance to better immerse in the program, which begins at sunrise each day and ends after sunset. Rooms in the Nest rare $275 per night for private rooms, are sold on a first-come-first-serve basis, and sell out quickly.
If you wish to stay on site, remaining rooms available will pop up during the registration process so you can choose and pay for your lodging at that time. If rooms are sold out this option will not show during registration. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a refund or credit for cancelled room bookings. You can book your room during the registration process. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to our Director of Training & Development at nancy@davidji.com for information.
Many students also choose to stay at one of the hotels close to the Nest; three hotels in particular are within two blocks of the Meditation Nest. The Carlsbadinn.com is a nice hotel literally across the street; the beachterraceinn.com is on the beach and is also very nice; Springhill Suites is a nice hotel close by; and oceanpalms.com is the most affordable and across the street from the Nest.
Payment Plans and Cancellation
Our goal is to help make the planning process for your training as seamless as possible. That’s why we have set up a convenient monthly payment plan option that you may choose during registration. You may cancel your registration within 7 days of the day you registered and receive a full refund, unless you have opted for a payment plan. Payments made through our payment plans are non-refundable at any time if you cancel.
All cancellations must be requested via email to nancy@davidji.com. Students who register within one month of the training start date are not eligible for a refund at any time if they choose to cancel. If you have to cancel after the grace period, don’t fret! After the seven day period, or if you have selected a payment plan, you will receive a credit voucher as long as the cancellation is more than one month prior to the training start. Teacher Training credit vouchers must be used within 18 months of your original registration date. If you cancel 30 days prior to the start of Teacher Training and prior to the eight-week mark of the active Training session, you may re-enroll in a future Teacher Training session within 18 months for a $1000 transfer fee. There are limited spots available for transfers within each Teacher Training session. Once those spots are filled you will be offered the option to transfer to the next available session. Note that we are not able to offer a refund or credit for room reservations.
To re-enroll, you will be required to complete all the required components of the Teacher Training certification, including attendance during the in-residence certification week, so you are current with the teachings and actively engaged with the group that you will attend the in-residence certification week with. This involvement includes monthly webinars, weekly lessons and a reading list. All changes/cancellations must be requested via email to nancy@davidji.com
VIRTUAL – Teacher Training beginning Online Feb 9, 2025
Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training beginning Online February 9, 2025
Overview
There are many paths to one-ness. Literally thousands of schools and philosophies of meditation exist, each with a unique technique or way of helping to experience present-moment awareness. davidji celebrates them all, and this teacher training honors every tool, technology, and body of knowledge that can help you quiet the fluctuations of the mind and achieve deeper meaning, purpose, peace, and fulfillment in your life.
In this training, davidji combines different types of meditation, group discussions, energy work, chanting, dancing, lectures on the soul, teachings from the Vedas, and group interaction, which interweaves the physical, emotional, and spiritual components of meditation into a very personal journey, traveling from your most ego-based, individual Self to the most divine and cosmic aspects of your universal Self, all from the comfort of your home.
The Only ONLINE 285-Hour Meditation Training
The training begins in July 2024 with online lessons, a LIVE zoom class each week, and readings that flow into a weeklong in-residence online or in-person.
Study Ancient & Modern Philosophy
Connect with the greatest teachers of Vedanta, Buddhism, spirituality, emotional healing and mind-body wellness from ancient texts to modern day translations.
Graduate Followup Program
Your post-grad skills will be enriched through a final group webinar, ongoing support from davidji, and special access to Certified Teacher resources to help you launch your teaching practice.
Program
During your time leading up to your Certification week, you will experience a one-on-one video call with davidji, regular live video webinars in which you will interact with your fellow teachers in training, have continuous interaction with davidji, as well as new video and audio teachings each week.
Your certification week will involve an intensive five-days in-residence with davidji and your fellow teachers-in-training. Together with davidji, your magnificent posse will individually and collectively peel away layers, absorb timeless wisdom, and awaken to your best versions.
If you prefer to complete your training as a Fully Virtual experience from the comfort of your home, your in-residence certification week will be Live via Zoom from November 6-10, 2024.
-Or-
If you are craving an in person experience, choose the Online/In-person combo with in-residence certification week at the Meditation Nest in Carlsbad, CA from October 29 – November 3, 2024.
After graduation, you will receive your final post graduation lesson and materials that will lead up to our final group webinar one month after you are certified.
This Meditation Teacher Training is eligible for 285-hours of Continuing Education Units through Yoga Alliance for 200 or 500-hr Registered Yoga Teachers.
Details
In this training, you will elevate your meditation practice to a new level. Through the timeless teachings of great masters and sages, you will achieve a new understanding of meditation, self-care, and cultivate your ability to teach these topics.
Through our 16 weeks together, you will:
- Receive your personal Nakshatra birthSTAR mantra;
- Learn other powerful mantras to enhance your practice;
- Practice various meditation and breathing techniques to create higher states of consciousness;
- Gain a deeper understanding of what happens to your body, mind and emotions when you meditate;
- Explore in depth the ancient Vedic teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, as well as several modern masters such as don Miguel Ruiz, Pema Chodron and Eckhart Tolle;
- Dive deep into research-based, scientific evidence of what meditation does to your brain and body;
- Learn the process of teaching others and share from a deeper realm;
- Learn to manifest your intentions and desires and attain deeper fulfillment in your life; and
- Learn the most profound spiritual and wisdom traditions.
FAQ
Do I need a certain level of experience before taking this training?
All you need for meditation teacher training is an open mind, an open heart, and the willingness to begin or deepen your meditation practice.
Where does the training take place?
The training will take place on davidji’s signature Teacher’s Dashboard at davidjimeditationacademy.com with regular classes hosted on Zoom, plus we will spend a week ” in-residence” via Zoom or in-person in Carlsbad, CA – depending on your chosen path.
The in-person track certification week is held at the Meditation Nest, a private retreat just steps from the sand, overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Carlsbad, California. We call this the “Sweetspot of the Universe.” It’s a 30-minute drive from the San Diego International Airport by taxi, car service or rental car, which you will need to arrange. You will receive detailed driving instructions and an address after you register.
How much is tuition, and what does it include?
Standard tuition is $5,500 for the in-person track and $4500 for the virtual track. We offer a flexible payment plan to help you plan your journey – we have 6 and 12 month payment plan options available. Tuition includes a course syllabus, required reading list and online webinar schedule. You will also have a one-on-one Zoom call session with davidji and regular sessions with your class. When you’ve completed the training and your in-residence, you will be given your certified davidji Meditation Teacher Training Certificate and follow up information about how to stay connected. Books are not included in the cost of tuition.
Are there exams?
All Teachers in Training must submit a term paper prior to our in-residence certification week. Details and instructions for this will be discussed during the training. Also, there are optional “test your knowledge” exams throughout the process, but they are not required to graduate.
Will there be guest teachers or other activities scheduled?
Together we will practice several different styles of yoga and meditation every morning and evening. There will also be guest speakers and instructors throughout the process.
Are you registered with Yoga Alliance?
YES! We are registered with Yoga Alliance and offer Continuing Education Units to practitioners who are 200 or 500 hour RYT. You can receive 285 hours of Continuing Education Units from this Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training.
Will I have designated free time during in-residence?
The schedule is pretty full during in-residence week (virtual and in-person), so it is recommended that you free your time to focus solely on the training during that week, but you will have time for reflection, personal journaling and meals.
How many people are enrolled in each training?
To allow for the most personal connection among students and davidji during the months leading up to our week together, we limit registration.
I want to register for the in-person track. How are you prepared to ensure my health and safety?
As always, the health, safety, and well-being of our guests is our top priority. We take extra steps to ensure the highest degree of sanitation, health, and safety at all of our events. Above all else, our staff is committed to your well-being and following CDC guidelines for health and wellness.
Where can I stay during the in person track certification week? Attendees have the option to stay either at the Meditation Nest (spots at the Meditation Nest sell out quickly) or at one of the many hotels within easy walking distance to better immerse in the program, which begins at sunrise each day and ends after sunset. Rooms in the Nest rare $275 per night for private rooms, are sold on a first-come-first-serve basis, and sell out quickly.
If you wish to stay on site, remaining rooms available will pop up during the registration process so you can choose and pay for your lodging at that time. If rooms are sold out this option will not show during registration. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a refund or credit for cancelled room bookings. You can book your room during the registration process. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to our Director of Training & Development at nancy@davidji.com for information.
Many students also choose to stay at one of the hotels close to the Nest; three hotels in particular are within two blocks of the Meditation Nest. The Carlsbadinn.com is a nice hotel literally across the street; the beachterraceinn.com is on the beach and is also very nice; Springhill Suites is a nice hotel close by; and oceanpalms.com is the most affordable and across the street from the Nest.
Payment Plans and Cancellation
Our goal is to help make the planning process for your training as seamless as possible. That’s why we have set up a convenient monthly payment plan option that you may choose during registration. You may cancel your registration within 7 days of the day you registered and receive a full refund, unless you have opted for a payment plan. Payments made through our payment plans are non-refundable at any time if you cancel.
All cancellations must be requested via email to nancy@davidji.com. Students who register within one month of the training start date are not eligible for a refund at any time if they choose to cancel. If you have to cancel after the grace period, don’t fret! After the seven day period, or if you have selected a payment plan, you will receive a credit voucher as long as the cancellation is more than one month prior to the training start. Teacher Training credit vouchers must be used within 18 months of your original registration date. If you cancel 30 days prior to the start of Teacher Training and prior to the eight-week mark of the active Training session, you may re-enroll in a future Teacher Training session within 18 months for a $1000 transfer fee. There are limited spots available for transfers within each Teacher Training session. Once those spots are filled you will be offered the option to transfer to the next available session. Note that we are not able to offer a refund or credit for room reservations.
To re-enroll, you will be required to complete all the required components of the Teacher Training certification, including attendance during the in-residence certification week, so you are current with the teachings and actively engaged with the group that you will attend the in-residence certification week with. This involvement includes monthly webinars, weekly lessons and a reading list. All changes/cancellations must be requested via email to nancy@davidji.com
