The Mindfulness Teachers Association (MTA)
The UK’s largest professional body and register of accredited Mindfulness teachers
Raising the Bar for Mindfulness Teaching
Mindfulness is now widely used in healthcare, education, the workplace, and personal wellbeing. Yet despite its popularity, mindfulness teaching in the UK remains unregulated. This creates a gap in quality assurance, where anyone can claim to be a mindfulness teacher—regardless of training or experience.
This is where the Mindfulness Teachers Association (MTA) plays a vital role. The MTA exists to protect the public and support mindfulness teachers by setting clear professional and ethical standards across the UK and internationally.
What Is the MTA?
The Mindfulness Teachers Association (MTA) is the largest professional register of qualified mindfulness teachers in the UK. It’s an independent, not-for-profit membership organisation committed to promoting excellence in mindfulness-based teaching.
The MTA supports both teachers and the public by:
Maintaining a public register of professionally trained and supervised mindfulness teachers
Providing a code of ethical and professional practice
Promoting good governance and standards across the sector
Championing the role of mindfulness teachers in mental health, wellbeing, and education
Its aim is to safeguard the credibility and integrity of the mindfulness profession—ensuring that it grows responsibly and ethically.
Why Is the MTA Register Important?
In a landscape where regulation is lacking, the MTA register offers much-needed clarity and assurance. Only teachers who meet robust criteria are listed. This includes:
A recognised mindfulness teaching qualification from an accredited training provider
Regular supervision from an experienced mindfulness supervisor
On-going CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
Adherence to a strict ethical code and complaints procedure
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
This means that when you work with an MTA-registered teacher, you’re working with someone qualified, accountable, and committed to ethical practice.
MTA Code of Ethics and Professional Practice
MTA members agree to uphold high standards, including:
✅ Assessing the suitability of participants and referring them to health professionals when necessary
✅ Only teaching with externally accredited qualifications
✅ Practising with compassion, respect, and professionalism
✅ Maintaining confidentiality and clear ethical boundaries
✅ Committing to ongoing reflective practice and supervision
✅ Continuing to develop through professional training and study
These standards help ensure that mindfulness is taught in a safe, inclusive, and trauma-sensitive way.
A Professional Community for Mindfulness Teachers
The MTA is not just a register—it’s a supportive professional community. It offers members access to:
Peer networking and events
Resources for best practice
Opportunities for visibility and referral
A platform for advocating for the profession
A collective voice in shaping the future of mindfulness teaching
As interest in mindfulness continues to grow, the MTA is at the forefront of guiding its development with integrity and professionalism.
Global Influence with UK Roots
While the MTA is based in the UK, its vision is international. The register includes teachers working globally, and the standards it promotes are increasingly seen as a benchmark for quality mindfulness teaching worldwide.
It is a leading example of how a professional association can self-regulate and promote excellence—even in the absence of formal government regulation.
Why You Should Choose an MTA – Registered Teacher
If you’re seeking a mindfulness course—whether privately, through work, or for healthcare—choose a teacher listed on the MTA register. This guarantees:
Verified qualifications
Ethical and professional standards
A commitment to lifelong learning
An approach that centres participant safety and wellbeing
As mindfulness continues to influence healthcare, education, and the workplace, the need for trustworthy, well-trained teachers has never been greater.
The Mindfulness Teachers Association (MTA) is leading the way in setting standards that protect participants and support the long-term integrity of the field.
To find a qualified teacher or learn more, visit:
👉 mindfulnessteachers.org.uk