Description

Certification Name: Certified Walking Meditation Instructor

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/YM/CWMI/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (higher Secondary) or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The Certified Walking Meditation Instructor course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively teach walking meditation as a mindfulness and contemplative practice. This course offers a deep understanding of the history, philosophy, and techniques of walking meditation rooted in various traditions, including Buddhist and yogic practices. 

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of online assessment, you can download your Certificate Immediately.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Walking Meditation: Overview of walking meditation, history, and origins, Types of walking meditation practices (e.g., Zen, Vipassana), Mind-body connection in walking, The importance of mindfulness in movement, Benefits of walking meditation for body and mind, Developing awareness in walking meditation.

Module 2: Key Concepts in Meditation and Mindfulness: Understanding mindfulness and its application in walking, The role of attention and focus in meditation, The concept of present moment awareness, Breath awareness and its integration into walking, Cultivating non-judgmental awareness, How mindfulness impacts emotional regulation.

Module 3: Mechanics of Walking Meditation: Proper walking posture for meditation, Pacing and rhythm in walking meditation, Techniques for mindful walking (heel-to-toe, slow-motion walking), Breathing patterns and synchronization with steps, Maintaining focus during distractions, Developing a steady and balanced walking pace.

Module 4: Teaching Techniques for Walking Meditation: Creating a safe space for meditation, Guiding beginners through walking meditation, Identifying common obstacles in walking meditation (physical and mental), Using verbal cues to guide meditation, Understanding group dynamics in teaching walking meditation, Encouraging students to deepen their practice.

Module 5: Advanced Walking Meditation Practices: Combining walking meditation with other forms of meditation (e.g., sitting meditation), Walking meditation in nature, Using walking meditation for stress relief, Exploring non-linear walking meditation methods, Developing an inner state of peace through movement, Advanced techniques to deepen mindfulness in walking.

Module 6: Ethical Considerations and Professionalism: Role of an instructor in maintaining ethical standards, Building trust and rapport with students, Managing challenges and conflicts in group settings, Understanding boundaries in meditation instruction, Continuing professional development for meditation instructors, Building your practice and promoting walking meditation classes.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

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