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Konalani Meditation Teacher Training

Meditation Teacher Training at Konalani is rooted in a living lineage passed down through four generations of realized masters. This isn’t just an online course—it’s a doorway into an authentic practice, guided by resident Acharyas who have dedicated their lives to meditation and selfless service. Our comprehensive curriculum unites ancient texts like the Shiva Sutras, Yoga Sutras, and Vijnana Bhairava Tantra with the modern teachings of the ShambhavAnanda lineage, bringing timeless wisdom into everyday life. Alongside unique practices from this tradition, you’ll gain practical skills in teaching methodology—learning how to communicate clearly, structure lessons, and inspire others. By joining this program, you also become part of a vibrant community of practitioners who meet weekly to share, meditate, and grow together.

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What you’ll find below:

Program Overview

The Path of Growth

This training is designed to both deepen your personal meditation practice and empower you to teach others. You’ll study ancient texts, connect with the ShambhavAnanda lineage, and receive practices that can transform your daily life. Whether online or in person, the program adapts to your needs while keeping you rooted in authentic tradition.

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  • Learn to integrate ancient texts into a living, breathing practice that supports you throughout the day. Each module strengthens your daily meditation and provides practices that boost your awareness and inner steadiness.

  • Gain the confidence and clarity to guide others. You’ll explore methods for structuring lessons, presenting with presence, and sharing subtle yogic practices in a way that is accessible and inspiring.

  • Take the training in the way that fits your life: at your own pace with one-on-one mentorship, through live online weekly classes, or in an immersive in-person retreat in Hawai‘i. Each format offers the same depth of teaching, supported by dedicated Acharyas.

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Meditation in the
Shambhavananda Tradition

Your Natural State of Bliss

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Rooted in a living lineage, ShambhavAnanda Meditation offers empowered practices passed down through realized teachers, a living community of Acharyas and peers dedicated to daily practice, and a refined curriculum that unites ancient texts with modern insight—bringing ancient wisdom to life so you can experience meditation as a natural state of freedom and joy.

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  • Each practice is an empowered transmission, given from teacher to student by realized masters who lived these teachings fully. Every mantra, method, and meditation carries the living energy of the lineage—it’s not something pulled from a video or a book, but a priceless treasure entrusted to you.

  • You’re not walking this path alone. You’ll be guided by resident Acharyas who have dedicated their lives to ashram practice and selfless service, and you’ll train alongside peers who meditate daily and meet weekly. This is not just information, but a connection to a vibrant, practicing tradition.

  • Developed over decades, the curriculum blends ancient texts with modern insights from psychology, science, and teaching methodology. You’ll gain not only deep knowledge, but also practical skills for sharing it—learning how to teach with clarity, presence, and heart.

Curriculum Highlights

Ancient Wisdom, Modern Tools

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Learn how to be a Buddha at the bus stop— to bring these ancient teachings into your modern life and grow from them. Konalani’s Meditation Teacher Training synergizes timeless practices with practical teaching skills, guiding you from personal depth to the ability to share meditation authentically with others. You’ll explore transformative practices from both Level 1 (Sankalpa) and Level 2 (Surrender), alongside clear teaching methods that help you embody and communicate the heart of meditation.

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  • In the foundational training, you’ll cultivate practices that steady the mind and open the heart:

    • Stillness practices to anchor awareness

    • Pranayama techniques for balance and vitality

    • A Living Mantra Practice to anchor your awareness and train your monkey mind

    • Heart Chakra Work to unlock this seat of intuition and presence

    • Gratitude practice that takes you off the page and into a living experience

    • Breath awareness and tension release tools for daily stress relief

  • This advanced training invites you into the deeper principles of meditation—those that move beyond theory and draw upon your direct lived experience. Here you will:

    • Prepare for meditation with bodhicitta—cultivating love, compassion, joy, and equanimity as the supreme foundation

    • Unlock the true meaning of surrender as the core mechanism of spiritual growth

    • Practice resting in the backdrop of awareness through the witness, releasing control and finding spaciousness even in difficulty

    • Gain a practical understanding of karma to recognize how it plays out in daily life and use it for transformation

    • Deepen in gratitude and contentment as steady companions for resilience and joy

  • This training doesn’t just deepen your personal practice — it empowers you to share it. You’ll learn practical ways to organize your insights while staying connected to your authentic voice. Through guided writing, presentation frameworks, and grounding techniques, you’ll discover how to prepare with structure yet teach with freedom. These tools help you step in front of others with confidence, clarity, and an open heart.

    • Free Writing Techniques — simple tools to move past overthinking and connect directly with your authentic voice

    • Presentation Worksheets — break down the flow of your guided meditation so you can stay organized and confident

    • Centering Pranayamas — short breathing practices to ground and steady yourself before teaching

    • Essay Crafting Skills — practical insights into structuring an essay, from strong openings to thoughtful conclusions

    • Clear Introductions & Research — methods for presenting complex ideas simply, backed by both experience and tradition

Lineage & Tradition

Rooted in Realization

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Your training is part of the ShambhavAnanda Yoga lineage, a living stream of wisdom passed directly from teacher to student for over a century. Grounded in ancient texts and embodied by four generations of realized masters, this tradition ensures that what you learn is authentic, time-tested, and alive in your own daily life.

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  • These practices are not theoretical or academic—they have been lived, tested, and transmitted through realized teachers who embody their truth. Every mantra, meditation, and method you receive carries the blessing of a direct lineage— a priceless asset that can’t be matched.

  • From the Shiva Sutras and Yoga Sutras to the Vijnana Bhairava Tantra, the wisdom of ancient yogic texts is brought into clear, practical language. You’ll learn not only what these texts say, but how to weave their insights into a meditation practice that meets the challenges of today.

  • At Konalani, you’re guided by resident Acharyas—teachers who live in the ashram and dedicate their lives to meditation and service. You also step into a global community of committed practitioners, making lineage not just history, but a living, supportive network.

Training Format

1-on-1 Online Mentorship

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Start anytime, study anywhere, and receive personalized guidance every step of the way. This self-paced format lets you weave meditation training into your life on your own schedule. Each module combines independent study with direct, personal mentorship from a resident Acharya—ensuring you’re supported as you grow both as a practitioner and a teacher.

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  • Study at your own pace and in your own context, while staying connected through one-on-one mentorship. The training follows you wherever life takes you.

  • Access a complete textbook that unites ancient and modern teachings, PDF resources of key yogic texts and commentaries, and a digital library of guided practices, videos, and journal prompts to support your daily practice.

  • Share your progress through an easy-to-use online platform. Each module culminates in a written essay and a recorded guided meditation that you submit to your mentor. Your Acharya provides detailed feedback on both your content and delivery, helping you refine your skills. By the end, you’ll have 4–6 complete meditation classes ready to share, along with the tools to continue researching, writing, and teaching.

Meet Your Teachers

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Meet Acharya Satyam

Satyam Ehinger is the resident Acharya (Teacher) at Konalani Yoga Ashram and the lead author of Konalani’s 200-hour, 300-hour, and Meditation Level 1 & 2 Teacher Training Manuals. He has been living and serving in the ashram for 20 years and has guided over 85 Yoga Alliance-certified trainings.

After graduating with honors in philosophy from DePaul University, Satyam turned to yoga to help manage severe scoliosis, which he had struggled with since childhood. The transformation was immediate—both physically and spiritually—and set him on a lifelong path. After graduation, he moved into Shoshoni Yoga Retreat, Konalani’s sister ashram in Colorado, where he immersed himself in deep practice and selfless service. In 2008, he moved to Hawai‘i to help with Konalani and soon became the manager and resident teacher. In 2010, he was honored with the title of Acharya by his teacher, Sri Shambhavananda.

Today, Satyam co-manages the ashram with his wife Abhaya and serves as director of the ShambhavAnanda Yoga Philosophy Program. He pours his heart into every aspect of ashram life—from curriculum development to mango harvests—and feels deeply blessed to serve, swim, and raise a family on sacred Hawaiian land.

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Meet Acharya Abhaya

Abhaya Ehinger is a resident Acharya (Teacher) at Konalani Yoga Ashram and lead faculty in the 200-hour, 300-hour, and Meditation Teacher Trainings. She has lived and served in the ashram for over 15 years and has guided more than 65 Yoga Alliance-certified trainings. A gifted teacher and curriculum developer, Abhaya has spent the past decade transforming Konalani’s yoga program—integrating natural, sustainable movement with practices that regulate the nervous system and expand our movement potential.

Abhaya discovered meditation in college, where she quickly became the student leader of the meditation program at Georgetown University. The spark was immediate and life-changing, leading her away from a high-powered career path and toward a life of deep practice. She graduated magna cum laude with a degree in political science and moved into the Shoshoni Yoga Retreat shortly after. Within a year, she was already leading trainings—an unprecedented testament to her clarity and depth. In 2020, she was honored with the title of Acharya.

Today, Abhaya co-manages Konalani with her husband Satyam, bringing insight, lightness, and care to every part of the ashram. She loves distance ocean swimming, creative movement, and every moment with their daughter, Narayani.

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Training Rates & Scholarships

Accessible, Transparent, & Mission-Driven

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We believe meditation training should be both high-quality and affordable. As a non-profit organization, we’ve structured our tuition and payment options to keep costs low while ensuring your investment directly supports the continuation of these teachings.

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  • As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, all proceeds from your training go directly to the ashram—not to individuals. Your $750 tuition is also a donation that sustains the teaching of meditation, yoga, and service programs for those in need.

  • We know that financial circumstances vary, and we’re committed to being flexible. Tuition is $750, with the option to pay in full or through 6- or 12-month plans. This training is also eligible for the MYCAA military spouse scholarship (up to $4,000). If you feel you may qualify for further financial consideration, we’re happy to discuss your situation one-on-one.

  • We’ve intentionally kept tuition at a fraction of most meditation teacher trainings. For less than many weekend workshops, you receive a comprehensive textbook, guided mentorship from a resident Acharya, access to digital resources, and the tools to create 4–6 complete meditation classes—making this an accessible investment with lifelong returns.

Hear From Our Happy Yogis

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“The growth and inner support I received from this meditation training have been among the most valuable experiences of my life.”

-Tim U., Surfer, Traveler, Carpenter

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“This training rekindled my wish to grow and reconnected me to my heart. My meditation practice feels alive again.”

-Sanjey M., Computer Programmer

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“Through this journey, I’ve learned how essential meditation is to quiet my mind, release stress, and deepen daily joy. I’m so grateful I chose this path.”

-Gigi L., Yoga Teacher

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Meditation Teacher Training FAQ:

  • A meditation teacher training is a comprehensive program that deepens your personal practice while teaching you how to guide others in meditation with clarity and authenticity. At Konalani Yoga Ashram in Hawaiʻi, our Meditation Teacher Training is rooted in the living ShambhavAnanda lineage, passed down through four generations of realized masters. You’ll study ancient yogic texts, learn empowered meditation techniques, and gain practical tools for teaching with presence and heart.

  • Yes. The Konalani Meditation Teacher Training follows the standards of the ShambhavAnanda Yoga tradition, a respected, internationally recognized lineage with over 40 years of teacher development experience. Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion from Konalani Yoga Ashram, authorizing them to teach meditation classes, workshops, and one-on-one sessions in alignment with this authentic tradition.

  • Unlike generic online meditation courses, our training is lineage-based and experiential. Each practice is a living transmission passed from teacher to student—supported by resident Acharyas who live and teach full-time in the ashram. You’ll gain not only philosophy and methodology but also direct mentorship, community support, and personalized feedback that help you embody meditation as a way of life.

  • Yes. Our Online Meditation Teacher Training is a self-paced, mentored program you can start anytime from anywhere. You’ll receive personalized one-on-one guidance from an Acharya, access to a complete digital library of practices, and written feedback on each module. The online training includes everything in the in-person program—same depth, same lineage, same transformation.

  • You’ll receive a complete education in meditation practice and teaching, including:

    • Empowered meditation techniques from the ShambhavAnanda lineage

    • Ancient yogic texts like the Shiva Sutras and Vijnana Bhairava Tantra

    • Breath awareness and pranayama for balance and vitality

    • Heart-centered meditation and mantra practice

    • Teaching methodology for guiding groups and individuals

    • Presentation and writing skills for clear, confident communication
      By the end of the program, you’ll have developed 4–6 fully crafted meditation classes and the ability to teach with authenticity and presence.

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Thank you for considering Konalani Yoga Ashram!

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Wherever your yoga journey takes you, may you find the love, compassion, joy, equanimity and bliss of the inner self.

Namaste.

- Satyam & Abhaya