Next Program Date: DECEMBER 2025
Online Learning Program
Our 100-hour program is designed to be simple and enjoyable, and aid with all aspects of your life. It will help reduce stress and anxiety, increase feelings of happiness and compassion, and expand your awareness and realizations.
Meditation is, among other things, an easily accessible way of coping with stress and uncertainty in life, improving one's productivity. Experiencing peace within and living like a Master of Life. If you are interested in becoming a Guided Meditation Teacher or learning and/or solidifying your meditation practice, BlissOm's 100-Hour Meditation Certification is perfect for you.
This is an online training certification approved by the Yoga Alliance and is facilitated by Ram Vakkalanka, Tiffany Nicholson-Smith, and select yoga teachers. It is comprehensive in its content and will give you the necessary tools to become a competent Meditation Teacher as well as a practitioner.
Here is a look at some of the topics included in the course syllabus:
✨What is Meditation: The origin, evolution, philosophy as well as the science of meditation, and what meditation is not.
✨Mind and its Mastery: Understanding the mind and its movements, Karma, breaking the negative thought patterns, emotional cleansing through Meditation, the stillness of mind, and the purpose of it.
✨Techniques of Meditation: Different traditions/techniques of Meditation - Mantra Meditation, Yantra (Sacred Geometry) Meditation, Nada Meditation, Nidra Meditation, focus on breath, singing bowls, other visual-aural-kinesthetic meditation techniques
✨Meditation and Lifestyle Factors: Exploration of food, Doshas, and practice of meditation through Ayurveda.
✨How to Lead a Meditation Session: Techniques such as storytelling, holding space, the role of silence in meditation, and sequencing.
✨Self Practice of Meditation: The science behind choosing an appropriate meditation technique for oneself and others, creation of an altar (sacred space for meditation).
Facilitators:
Ram Vakkalanka, Yoga Philosopher
Tiffany Nicholson-Smith Meditation & Yoga Teacher, Ayurvedic Practitioner Taryn Diamond, Yoga Nidra
Start Date: DECEMBER 2025
Schedule: Weekly Tuesday classes [virtual] + 2x Weekend Retreats *schedule dependent
🧘♂️ Meditation Certification Schedule
Weekly Online Classes (Zoom)
Every Tuesday | 8:30–10:00 PM
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December 2–16, 2025
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January 13–April 21, 2026
🌿 Weekend Retreats (3 Total)
1️⃣ Yoga Nidra Retreat
December 12–14, 2025
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Friday: 7:00–9:30 PM (online)
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Saturday: 1:30–7:00 PM
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Sunday: 12:00–6:00 PM
2️⃣ Meditation Retreat
March 20–22, 2026
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Friday: 7:00–10:00 PM
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Saturday: 1:30–7:00 PM
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Sunday: 12:00–6:00 PM
3️⃣ Silent Retreat
April 24–26, 2026
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Friday: 7:00–10:00 PM
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Saturday: 1:30–7:00 PM
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Sunday: 12:00–6:00 PM
Who Is This Certification For?
This program is perfect for:
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Aspiring or current yoga teachers looking to enhance their offerings
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Wellness practitioners seeking to incorporate meditation into their services
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Individuals on a personal growth or spiritual journey
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Anyone who desires to cultivate inner peace, emotional balance, and a deeper understanding of conscious living
No previous meditation experience is required—just an open heart and willingness to explore.
Why Join This Training?
Led by Ram Vakkalanka and Tiffany Nicholson-Smit Taryn Diamond and Lora Lisi, this immersive program explores meditation philosophy, breath and awareness practices, and practical guidance for leading transformative sessions.
You’ll gain:
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A deeper understanding of the mind-body-spirit connection
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Tools to guide meditations confidently and safely
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Personal growth, self-awareness, and emotional mastery
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A supportive community and mentorship to elevate your path
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A Yoga Alliance continuing education certification
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A transformative journey that integrates spiritual wisdom, mindfulness, and daily practice
This is not just a certification—it's a path to personal evolution and empowered leadership.
What’s Included
Your training includes:
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Weekly online Zoom classes
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Monthly in-person sessions at BlissOm Yoga Hub
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Three transformative weekend retreats (Fri–Sun):
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Yoga Nidra Retreat, led by Taryn Diamond
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Meditation Immersion Retreat
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Silent Retreat, deepening your connection to inner stillness
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A comprehensive meditation manual
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Training in breathwork, mindfulness, mantra, visualization, and guided relaxation
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Techniques for teaching, sequencing, and holding sacred space
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Access to recordings for revision and continued learning
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A 3-month unlimited yoga pass to support your growth and deepen your practice
Program Length
The meditation certification runs for 3 months, giving you ample time to learn, embody, and integrate the teachings.
Program Investment & Incredible Savings
All of this for the incredible price of: $1,777
Full Value Breakdown:
| Item | Value |
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| 3-Month Unlimited Membership | $450 |
| Retreat Weekend #1 (Yoga Nidra) | $1,000 |
| Retreat Weekend #2 (Meditation Immersion) | $1,000 |
| Retreat Weekend #3 (Silent Retreat) | $1,000 |
| Total Value | $3,450 |
Your Savings: $3,450 – $1,777 = $1,673
That’s almost the entire value of the program returned in bonuses alone — meaning the training itself is essentially coming at a deeply discounted investment.
Location: Online Learning Program