Mindfulness course
Mindfulness course in which you learn to live consciously in the here and now, deal better with stress and experience more inner calm and concentration.
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In brief. Mindfulness is a classroom course of 3 days. You can take it in Amsterdam and Rotterdam or online, in a group of no more than 8 participants. The price is € 1875,- excl. VAT per participant, including course materials, lunch on location and a certificate of attendance. For a team or department we also deliver this course in-company.
- Based on the method of Jon Kabat-Zinn
- Practical exercises for immediate use
- Personal attention in small groups
- More calm, focus and awareness
- Learnit certificate of participation
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Many people live on autopilot, with their thoughts darting back and forth between yesterday and tomorrow. With mindfulness you return to the here and now, and experience what that does for your calm, focus and well-being.
Description
Brooding over what was or what is to come, while the present slips past you. It is a pattern almost everyone recognises. Mindfulness offers you a way to break that pattern and to give conscious attention to what is happening in this moment, around you and within you.
The course is based on the ideas of Jon Kabat-Zinn, professor at the University of Massachusetts. He developed a method that helps people deal with stress, anxiety, pain and illness. You work with forms of meditation, concentration exercises and practical assignments that you can apply directly in your daily life.
You learn to observe your thoughts and feelings without immediately judging them. That creates space. Space for calm, for better concentration, and for more conscious choices at work and at home.
Topics
- Attention and meditation techniques
- Living in the here and now
- Distinguishing between thoughts, feelings and facts
- Building and strengthening awareness
- Dealing with self-criticism
- Making friends with your emotions
- Dealing with stress and tension
- Dealing consciously with your time and energy
- Deciding clearly when in doubt
- Staying calm in conflict situations
Result
After the course you will be able to give more conscious attention to the present moment and to observe your thoughts and feelings without immediately judging them. You will have practical meditation and attention techniques at your disposal to deal with stress better, and you will experience more inner calm, better concentration and a clearer sense of what you need in order to live attentively.
Target audience
This course is intended for anyone suffering from stress, the early signs of burnout, or the feeling of living on autopilot. If you are wrestling with questions about life, worry a great deal, or simply want more calm and focus in a busy existence, this course offers you tools for living more consciously and with greater attention.
Teaching method
You alternate between experiencing, practising, reflecting and exploring theory. By practising actively you notice in practice what new behaviour does to you and recognise the effect immediately. Your trainer continually invites you to reflect and make connections with your own situation. In this way you increase your insight and make the translation to your daily life yourself, which considerably increases the chance of lasting change.
Prior knowledge
No prior knowledge is required for this course. An open attitude and a willingness to practise are enough.
Practical information
- Number of days
- 3 days
- Course times
- from 10 am to 5 pm
- Teaching hours
- 18 hours
- Education level
- Suitable for all levels
- Preparation time
- None
- Included
- Course materials and lunch on site
- Certificate
- At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance
- Cancel
- Free up to four weeks before the start (cancellation terms)
Language
The course is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer speaks English. English-language course materials can be used. If at least 3 participants register, the course can also be given entirely in English.
In-company
Would you like to organise this training for a whole group or several groups? This can be cost-effective. For example, we can tailor the content entirely to your organisation, and training a whole group is also cheaper.
Are you looking at large numbers of participants or a complete academy? That involves a great deal. Consider planning and communication, for example, or identifying and agreeing the objectives and content of the training. Or differences in level, feedback mechanisms and safeguarding. Fortunately, Learnit has extensive experience in this field (more than 25 years) and we are happy to help you through this process.
All start dates
3 training days. In order of date.
- Tue 2 Feb to Tue 2 Mar 2027 Amsterdam · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 5 January Enrol
- Tue 2 Feb to Tue 2 Mar 2027 Online · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 5 January Enrol
- Tue 27 Jul to Tue 24 Aug 2027 Rotterdam · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 29 June Enrol
No suitable start date? Send us a date request, and we'll look at the options together.
This course for your team?
Plan your own group on a date that suits you, at your office, at our premises or online. We tailor the content to your day-to-day work, and training a whole group is cheaper than individual bookings.
- Your date and location
- Tailored content
- Multiple groups or an academy are also possible
- More than 25 years' experience
The trainers for this course
Ratings from participants after completing their course, across all courses by this trainer.
What others say about this course
Mindfulness course: average 8.6 from 4 reviews
“The trainer quickly put me at ease. Although the course was very intensive, I found it enjoyable.”
“As far as I am concerned, this was a tailor-made course. The objectives were properly mapped out beforehand and all of them were more than achieved. The balance between theory and exercises was excellent, as was the way the two alternated.”
“In terms of content, I got a great deal out of the course. Beyond my expectations, in fact. I felt there was a lot of attention for the individual and that the content was tailored accordingly. Learnit Training comes across to me as a professional and well-organised organisation.”
“Good. The trainer adapted the course to our wishes, adding an element of communication and time management as well.”
Training formats
Classroom
3 days€ 1875,-- Pleasant venue with a good trainer
- Small groups
- Inspiring and motivating
In-company
Bespoke trainingOn request- 100% for your group
- Bespoke training
- At your place or ours
Workshop
Up to 4 hours for groupsOn request- Suitable for events
- Interactive and inspiring
- Large groups too
Private training
At our place or yoursOn request- 100% just for you
- Achieve a lot in little time
- Whenever you want
Frequently asked questions
Can I cancel free of charge?
Yes. Up to four weeks before the first day of the course you can cancel free of charge, without giving a reason. You then receive a credit note or, if you have already paid, a refund. If you cancel later, you pay part of the course fee: 25% between four and two weeks before the start, 75% in the two weeks before it and 100% in the final week. Moving to another start date is free of charge up to two weeks before the start, after that 50%. Sending a colleague in your place is always possible. Read the cancellation terms.
What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness is a form of attention training in which you learn to be consciously present in the current moment, without judging your thoughts and feelings. The method was developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn and is used worldwide to reduce stress and experience greater calm and focus.
Who is the mindfulness course suitable for?
The course is suitable for anyone looking for more calm, focus and awareness. Think of people with stress or burnout symptoms, a lot of brooding thoughts, or the feeling of living on autopilot. You do not need any prior knowledge or experience with meditation.
Do I need any prior knowledge for the mindfulness course?
No, no prior knowledge is required. An open attitude and a willingness to practise with the techniques provided are enough to complete the course successfully.
Which techniques will I learn during the mindfulness course?
You are introduced to various forms of meditation, breathing exercises, the body scan, attention training and concentration exercises. You also work with practical assignments that help you apply mindfulness in your daily life.
Does mindfulness help with stress and burnout?
Yes, mindfulness is a proven effective method for dealing with stress better. By paying conscious attention to what you feel and think, you learn to recognise signs of overload sooner and to respond more consciously instead of automatically pressing on.
Do I receive a certificate after the mindfulness course?
Yes, after completing the course you receive a Learnit certificate of attendance. This confirms that you have taken the course.
What is the difference between mindfulness and meditation?
Meditation is an exercise in which you train your attention, often in a quiet setting. Mindfulness is a broader attitude of paying conscious and open attention to everything you do and experience, including during daily activities such as working, eating or holding a conversation. Meditation is an important aid in this.
How do I apply mindfulness in my daily work?
During the course you practise short moments of attention that you can easily build into your working day. Think of breathing consciously before a meeting, listening with full attention in a conversation, or pausing between tasks to clear your head. This stops you racing along on autopilot and helps you preserve focus and energy.
Is mindfulness scientifically supported?
Yes, Jon Kabat-Zinn's method (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) has been extensively researched since the 1980s. Studies show positive effects on stress, anxiety, concentration and well-being. Learnit's course is based on this evidence-based body of thought.
Can I also take the mindfulness course in-company?
Yes, the course can be booked in-company for teams or organisations that want to help their staff deal better with workload and stress. We tailor the programme to the situation and learning objectives of your organisation. Get in touch to discuss the options.
How much time do I need to spend practising outside the course?
Mindfulness works best if you practise regularly. Allow around fifteen to thirty minutes a day for the exercises you are given during the course. The more often you practise, the sooner you will notice the effects in your daily life.
What does the mindfulness course cost?
You can find the current price at the top right of this course page, along with the schedule, location and delivery format. For in-company or bespoke courses we are happy to provide a quotation on request.
Next start date: Tue 2 Feb to Tue 2 Mar 2027 in Amsterdam, can also be followed online
Free cancellation up to four weeks before the start, so you can secure a place now.