Since October 2024
Instructor since October 2024
Mindfulness - learn to practice mindfulness meditation for wellbeing
From 58 £ /h
The ancient practice of mindfulness - cultivating present-moment awareness - is a powerful way to manage stress, find balance, and reconnect with who we really are. Increasingly used in the workplace to enhance productivity and creativity, mindfulness can lead to a greater sense of well-being and fulfilment.
Here, you can learn mindfulness in a one-to-one setting to received tailored classes and support.
Josh came to mindfulness at a challenging time and found that it gave him a new sense of calm and positivity. As his interest grew he attended meditation courses, joined a Buddhist study group and helped facilitate mindfulness classes and retreats. In 2018, he completed the Zenways 100hr Mindfulness and Meditation For Health & Wellbeing Teacher Training taught by Zen Master Daizan Skinner. He has since delivered mindfulness classes at London South Bank University, Paramount Pictures, WeWork, Arup, and in the local community.
Josh is based in Cornwall and also work as a musician and guitar tutor.
TESTIMONIALS:
"Josh has been a great coach and teacher and has really opened my eyes to many ways I can cope with my anxiety and stress. I am so grateful for the opportunity to do this course as I have gained a lot of knowledge ... and it really helps me to keep positive and have gratitude." Sandra
"Thank you, Josh, for such a fantastic mindfulness course. I am so sad it’s over; it’s been a journey of discovery for me. I have learnt to slow down, breathe, and enjoy life. Thank you so much. The content of the course and the way in which you teach made it so engaging." Clare
"I wanted to thank you for a great course. I did not really have any expectations from mindfulness practice but it has been very helpful to deal with stress as well as have a more positive outlook towards life. Your approach to teaching is also a stress-reducer – walking into class and hearing your calm, reflective presentation was enough to put me in the right frame of mind!" Siddharth
"I really enjoyed the course and recommend it to beginners. I went in knowing very little and feel like I have a much better understanding of mindfulness and myself afterwards. You created a calm environment, encouraged us to ask questions and we shared some really useful and non-judgemental discussions. Thank you." Ciaran
"I found Josh's Mindfulness course very helpful for dealing with stress/anxiety. We practised a variety of meditation techniques which I intend to continue. The emailed audio meditations and informative handouts were also very good." Clive
"This introduction to Mindfulness has been a huge benefit to me in relieving stress and improving my general wellbeing. As a result of the positive effects to my improved health, I feel it has also improved my creative work and helped me manage the daily stressful tasks with a calm mind. It has been an incentive to practice meditation on a daily basis. Highly recommend." Howard
Here, you can learn mindfulness in a one-to-one setting to received tailored classes and support.
Josh came to mindfulness at a challenging time and found that it gave him a new sense of calm and positivity. As his interest grew he attended meditation courses, joined a Buddhist study group and helped facilitate mindfulness classes and retreats. In 2018, he completed the Zenways 100hr Mindfulness and Meditation For Health & Wellbeing Teacher Training taught by Zen Master Daizan Skinner. He has since delivered mindfulness classes at London South Bank University, Paramount Pictures, WeWork, Arup, and in the local community.
Josh is based in Cornwall and also work as a musician and guitar tutor.
TESTIMONIALS:
"Josh has been a great coach and teacher and has really opened my eyes to many ways I can cope with my anxiety and stress. I am so grateful for the opportunity to do this course as I have gained a lot of knowledge ... and it really helps me to keep positive and have gratitude." Sandra
"Thank you, Josh, for such a fantastic mindfulness course. I am so sad it’s over; it’s been a journey of discovery for me. I have learnt to slow down, breathe, and enjoy life. Thank you so much. The content of the course and the way in which you teach made it so engaging." Clare
"I wanted to thank you for a great course. I did not really have any expectations from mindfulness practice but it has been very helpful to deal with stress as well as have a more positive outlook towards life. Your approach to teaching is also a stress-reducer – walking into class and hearing your calm, reflective presentation was enough to put me in the right frame of mind!" Siddharth
"I really enjoyed the course and recommend it to beginners. I went in knowing very little and feel like I have a much better understanding of mindfulness and myself afterwards. You created a calm environment, encouraged us to ask questions and we shared some really useful and non-judgemental discussions. Thank you." Ciaran
"I found Josh's Mindfulness course very helpful for dealing with stress/anxiety. We practised a variety of meditation techniques which I intend to continue. The emailed audio meditations and informative handouts were also very good." Clive
"This introduction to Mindfulness has been a huge benefit to me in relieving stress and improving my general wellbeing. As a result of the positive effects to my improved health, I feel it has also improved my creative work and helped me manage the daily stressful tasks with a calm mind. It has been an incentive to practice meditation on a daily basis. Highly recommend." Howard
Location
Online from United Kingdom
About Me
As a music teacher, I have successfully built long-term relationships with students, schools and colleagues. I have a naturally strong rapport with students of all ages and am able to balance a friendly, welcoming disposition with a dedication to musical progress and technical development. I am committed to delivering high-quality, well-planned lessons with an overarching programme of study for each student. I have successfully taken students through grade exams and am confident in preparing and accompanying students for recitals. I am a diligent and responsive communicator and have strong relationships with students’ parents, with ongoing communication to report progress and set goals. I am also a certified mindfulness teacher.
Education
Goldsmiths, University of London, MA Creative Writing (part-time), Sep 2022 – Sep 2024
Dartington College of Arts, Devon, Sep 2002 – July 2005, Music, BA Honours, 1st
Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne, Dorset, Sep 1999 – July 2001, English (A), Sociology (B), Art (B)
Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne, Dorset, Sep 1997 – July 1999, 8 GCSEs A-C
Dartington College of Arts, Devon, Sep 2002 – July 2005, Music, BA Honours, 1st
Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne, Dorset, Sep 1999 – July 2001, English (A), Sociology (B), Art (B)
Queen Elizabeth’s School, Wimborne, Dorset, Sep 1997 – July 1999, 8 GCSEs A-C
Experience / Qualifications
Having graduated with First Class BA (Hons) Music in 2005, I have been teaching guitar for over 15 years. I trained and taught with DaCapo Music Foundation from 2009, where I was a Senior Teacher and Mentor. From 2015-2024 I held the position of Guitar Tutor at Christ Church Primary School, Chelsea, where I taught one-to-one and ensemble lessons two days a week. Having completed essential safeguarding courses, I understand and am committed to student welfare. I have a DBS Enhanced Certificate, including a Barred List check, and am registered with the Update Service.
I am a professional musician and have performed at Barbican Centre, South Bank Centre, Royal Albert Hall and live on the BBC. My music has been aired on the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Sky and other media worldwide. “An artist to watch” BBC London.
I am also a certified mindfulness teacher and a published poet.
I am a professional musician and have performed at Barbican Centre, South Bank Centre, Royal Albert Hall and live on the BBC. My music has been aired on the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Sky and other media worldwide. “An artist to watch” BBC London.
I am also a certified mindfulness teacher and a published poet.
Age
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
60 minutes
90 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Skills
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
Online via webcam
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
* Learn your favourite songs
* Learn musicianship skills
* Learn techniques such as strumming, plectrum, and fingerpicking
* Learn to improvise
* Flexible and student-centred approach
* Lessons tailored to the student's interests
* Option to take grade exams
* All styles and abilities welcome
I teach Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Guitar Theory and Songwriting
I am a professional musician and have performed at Barbican Centre, South Bank Centre, Royal Albert Hall and live on the BBC. My music has been aired on the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Sky and other media worldwide.
I have taught guitar for over 15 years. I trained with The DaCapo Music Foundation where I was a Senior Teacher and Mentor. I currently teach privately and at Christchurch School, Chelsea. I hold a First Class BA Honours in Music and have an up-to-date DBS Certificate.
“An artist to watch” BBC London
“I’m really loving the feels of that” BBC Introducing
“Filled with delicate nuances” Folk Radio
TESTIMONIALS:
"My son has had Josh as a guitar tutor for 6 years. I can highly recommend him. He has a fantastic manner and rapport with his students. He is an exceptionally skilled guitar player and tutor. My son has made phenomenal progress with Josh and has enjoyed working with Josh towards his Trinity Grades in classical guitar. In addition, Josh has motivated my son to compose his own music - with fabulous results." Amanda
"Josh is very talented. He is flexible about what we play and finds things that suit my ability. He creates a fun environment to learn." Arthur, aged 14
"Josh has been teaching my son electric and electro-acoustic guitar for a year. His stimulating and relaxed approach means that I find my son plays his guitar on a daily basis just because he enjoys it, yet he is still covering quite a lot of technical stuff." Polly
"My 12-year old daughter has been taking guitar classes with Joshua Geffin for over a year now. Previously she tried a couple of different instruments and music teachers but even though she is very musical and loves music, she would get bored and lose interest after a while. Josh’s inspirational and creative approach to teaching changed all this. She became passionate about playing her guitar, singing and writing her own music. Practicing is no longer a chore but fun and she looks forward to her class every week. In a relatively short period she made remarkable progress and has recently won a full music scholarship at Kingsdale." Duska
"I took up the guitar in my 30s and am far from a natural musician! I’ve had a few teachers – all brilliant guitarists - but none have quite combined the same high level of patience, encouragement and flexibility as Josh. He let’s me play music I love and progress at my own pace. As a ‘mature’ student with an incredibly busy job, it is important that I don’t feel under pressure if I haven’t played between lessons. Josh is completely understanding of this and the fact that he teaches at my home is a massive bonus. He is a natural and talented teacher and I would not hesitate to recommend his lessons to anyone of any level." Jeanette
"I have been having lessons with Josh for around 2 years now. He has really helped develop and improve the quality of my playing and also my appreciation of music as a whole and I am very happy with my progress. The lessons are always relaxed and enjoyable, but also professional with a focus and tailor-made according to my own personal goals, which I like. I prefer to concentrate on learning songs and to experiment with a variety of genres. Josh helps me do that and he keeps things fun by mixing in improvisation sessions and technique development to bring me on and help me improve as a player." Pete
* Learn musicianship skills
* Learn techniques such as strumming, plectrum, and fingerpicking
* Learn to improvise
* Flexible and student-centred approach
* Lessons tailored to the student's interests
* Option to take grade exams
* All styles and abilities welcome
I teach Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Guitar Theory and Songwriting
I am a professional musician and have performed at Barbican Centre, South Bank Centre, Royal Albert Hall and live on the BBC. My music has been aired on the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Sky and other media worldwide.
I have taught guitar for over 15 years. I trained with The DaCapo Music Foundation where I was a Senior Teacher and Mentor. I currently teach privately and at Christchurch School, Chelsea. I hold a First Class BA Honours in Music and have an up-to-date DBS Certificate.
“An artist to watch” BBC London
“I’m really loving the feels of that” BBC Introducing
“Filled with delicate nuances” Folk Radio
TESTIMONIALS:
"My son has had Josh as a guitar tutor for 6 years. I can highly recommend him. He has a fantastic manner and rapport with his students. He is an exceptionally skilled guitar player and tutor. My son has made phenomenal progress with Josh and has enjoyed working with Josh towards his Trinity Grades in classical guitar. In addition, Josh has motivated my son to compose his own music - with fabulous results." Amanda
"Josh is very talented. He is flexible about what we play and finds things that suit my ability. He creates a fun environment to learn." Arthur, aged 14
"Josh has been teaching my son electric and electro-acoustic guitar for a year. His stimulating and relaxed approach means that I find my son plays his guitar on a daily basis just because he enjoys it, yet he is still covering quite a lot of technical stuff." Polly
"My 12-year old daughter has been taking guitar classes with Joshua Geffin for over a year now. Previously she tried a couple of different instruments and music teachers but even though she is very musical and loves music, she would get bored and lose interest after a while. Josh’s inspirational and creative approach to teaching changed all this. She became passionate about playing her guitar, singing and writing her own music. Practicing is no longer a chore but fun and she looks forward to her class every week. In a relatively short period she made remarkable progress and has recently won a full music scholarship at Kingsdale." Duska
"I took up the guitar in my 30s and am far from a natural musician! I’ve had a few teachers – all brilliant guitarists - but none have quite combined the same high level of patience, encouragement and flexibility as Josh. He let’s me play music I love and progress at my own pace. As a ‘mature’ student with an incredibly busy job, it is important that I don’t feel under pressure if I haven’t played between lessons. Josh is completely understanding of this and the fact that he teaches at my home is a massive bonus. He is a natural and talented teacher and I would not hesitate to recommend his lessons to anyone of any level." Jeanette
"I have been having lessons with Josh for around 2 years now. He has really helped develop and improve the quality of my playing and also my appreciation of music as a whole and I am very happy with my progress. The lessons are always relaxed and enjoyable, but also professional with a focus and tailor-made according to my own personal goals, which I like. I prefer to concentrate on learning songs and to experiment with a variety of genres. Josh helps me do that and he keeps things fun by mixing in improvisation sessions and technique development to bring me on and help me improve as a player." Pete
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