Professions in Mists of Pandaria Classic directly affect your gearing, goldmaking, and raid readiness. And you can’t ignore them, they are necessary to continue playing and surviving. You can unlock socketed gear upgrades, craft powerful enchants, cook raid feasts, or set up explosive gadgets, most systems tie back to professions.
But to access the Pandaria crafts, you’ll need to hit Zen Master level, which means finding the right trainers across Pandaria. Unlike in later expansions, these trainers aren’t all conveniently located. Some are scattered across reputation hubs like Halfhill and Dawn’s Blossom, others locked behind class-specific areas or hidden NPCs.
This guide gives you a complete list of MoP Classic profession trainers, their exact locations, faction access, and tips to help you level efficiently through Zen Master!
What Are Zen Master Profession Trainers?
In Mists of Pandaria Classic, the Zen Master rank is your gateway to top-tier profession recipes. It covers skill levels from 525 to 600 and requires visiting Pandaria-based trainers. You might find this useful to know:
- Primary professions (like Alchemy, Blacksmithing, Enchanting) require a Pandaria trainer to unlock Zen Master rank.
- You can only learn two primary professions per character, so it's important to choose wisely.
- Secondary professions (like Cooking, First Aid, and Fishing) can be learned and maxed on any character.
- Most Zen Master trainers are located in Pandaria zones like the Jade Forest, Valley of the Four Winds, or Vale of Eternal Blossoms.
Blacksmithing - MoP Profession Trainers
Zen Master Blacksmithing (crafting) lets you craft weapons, armor, socket gear with Living Steel, and create PvP items. Here’s where to train:
Dawn’s Blossom (Jade Forest)
Trainer: Len the Hammer
Coords: 48.4 36.9
Faction: Neutral
Teaches Zen Master Blacksmithing (525-600).
Stands near the anvil in the village square. Simple and direct. Useful if you’re leveling via questing or gathering ores nearby.
Shrine of Two Moons (Vale of Eternal Blossoms)
Trainer: Jorunga Stonehoof (Horde-only)
Located on the second floor, near the profession vendors.
Sells rare weapon plans, including Ghost-Forged Bracers.
Shrine of Seven Stars (Vale of Eternal Blossoms)
Trainer: Cullen Hammerbrow (Alliance-only)
Positioned near the Blacksmithing forge.
Offers exclusive armor schematics.
Alchemy - MoP Profession Trainers
Alchemy remains one of the most valuable professions in MoP Classic, offering powerful potions, flasks, and transmutations. To reach Zen Master (525-600), you’ll need to visit these trainers:
Dawn’s Blossom, Jade Forest (46.6, 46.0)
Trainer: Ni Gentlepaw (Neutral)
Located near the central market area.
Sells Pandaria-specific recipes, including Alchemist’s Rejuvenation Potion and Virmen’s Bite.
Klaxxi’vess, Dread Wastes (55.6, 36.2)
Trainer: Poisoncrafter Kil’zit (Neutral)
Found inside the Klaxxi quartermaster hub.
Enchanting - MoP Profession Trainers
Enchanting remains a gold-making powerhouse in MoP Classic. To unlock Zen Master Enchanting, visit:
Dawn’s Blossom, Jade Forest (46.8, 42.9)
Trainer: Lai the Spellpaw (Neutral)
Located in a small hut behind the main market.
The only Zen Master Enchanting trainer in Pandaria.
Engineering - MoP Profession Trainers
Engineering in MoP Classic offers unique gadgets, mounts, and powerful gear enhancements. Here's where to find the trainers:
Nesingwary's Safari, Valley of the Four Winds (16.0, 83.0)
Trainer: Sally Fizzlefury (Neutral)
Located near the hunter camp's engineering tent
Only neutral Zen Master Engineering trainer
Herbalism - MoP Profession Trainers
Herbalism pairs perfectly with Alchemy or Inscription. Find trainers at:
Honeydew Village, Jade Forest (28.6, 47.2)
Trainer: Grower Miao (Neutral)
Next to the herb garden
Teaches Golden Lotus harvesting
Halfhill Market, Valley of the Four Winds (52.6, 52.0)
Trainer: Han Flowerbloom (Neutral)
Offers daily herb quests
Peak of Serenity, Kun-Lai Summit (50.6, 42.3)
Trainer: Master Marshall (Neutral)
Requires flying or climbing the mountain
Best trainer for max-level herbalists
Inscription - MoP Profession Trainers
Inscription provides powerful glyphs and lucrative Darkmoon Cards. Train with:
Arboretum, Jade Forest (54.6, 44.6)
Trainer: Inkmaster Wei (Neutral)
In the tranquil garden east of Dawn's Blossom
Sells Pandaria glyph recipes
Greenstone Village, Jade Forest (47.6, 35.0)
Trainer: Scribe Rinji (Neutral)
Located in the village schoolhouse
Seat of Knowledge, Vale of Eternal Blossoms (81.8, 29.4)
Trainer: Lorewalker Huynh (Neutral)
Requires flying to access
Jewelcrafting - MoP Profession Trainers
Jewelcrafting remains one of the most profitable professions in MoP Classic. Here's where to train:
Greenstone Village, Jade Forest (48.0, 35.0)
Trainer: Mai the Jade Shaper (Neutral)
Only Zen Master Jewelcrafting trainer in Pandaria
Leatherworking - MoP Profession Trainers
Leatherworkers craft powerful armor, cloaks, and leather. Find trainers at:
Grummle Bazaar, Kun-Lai Summit (64.6, 60.8)
Trainer: Clean Pelt (Neutral)
At the market
Peak of Serenity, Kun-Lai Summit (50.6, 42.0)
Trainer: Master Cannon (Neutral)
Requires flying
Mining - MoP Profession Trainers
Mining fuels several crafting professions. Train with:
Paw'don Village, Jade Forest (46.2, 85.6)
Trainer: Rockseeker Guo (Alliance)
Honeydew Village, Jade Forest (28.6, 47.2)
Trainer: Stonebreaker Ruian (Horde)
Greenstone Quarry, Jade Forest (45.8, 25.4)
Trainer: Smeltmaster Ashpaw (Neutral)
Tailoring - MoP Profession Trainers
Tailors create powerful cloth armor and bags. Only one trainer exists:
Silken Fields, Valley of Four Winds (62.6, 59.6)
Trainer: Silkmaster Tsai (Neutral)
Secondary Profession Trainers in MoP
Cooking Trainers
Pandaren cuisine offers some of the most powerful food buffs in MoP Classic. Don't overlook this essential secondary skill.
Dawn's Blossom, Jade Forest (46.0, 46.2)
Trainer: Chin, Master of Noodles (Neutral)
Teaches basic Pandaren cooking up to skill 525
Halfhill Market, Valley of Four Winds (52.8, 51.6)
Trainer: Shun Shin (Neutral)
The true master who unlocks Zen Master cooking (525-600)
Requires completing the quest "Ready for Greatness". Unlocks six specialty cooking ways:
- Way of the Grill (Strength/Agility foods)
- Way of the Wok (Intellect foods)
- Way of the Brew (Spirit foods)
- Way of the Oven (Stamina foods)
- Way of the Pot (Versatility foods)
- Way of the Steamer (Mastery foods)
First Aid Trainers
While often overlooked, First Aid provides crucial emergency healing in raids and PvP.
Paw'don Village (45.5, 85.8)
Trainer: Soraka (Alliance-only)
Teaches First Aid up to 525 skill level
Honeydew Village (28.2, 15.2)
Trainer: Elder Muur (Horde-only)
Teaches First Aid up to 525 skill level
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Binan Village (71.6, 92.8)
Trainer: Apothecary Cheng (Neutral)
Teaches First Aid 525-600 (Zen Master)
Peak of Serenity (51.0, 40.2)
Trainer: Master Bier (Neutral)
Requires climbing or flying to access
Fishing Trainer
Anglers Wharf, Krasarang Wilds (69.6, 43.4)
Trainer: Nat Pagle (Neutral)
Zen Master fishing training (525-600)
Pandaria fishing daily quests
Archaeology Trainer
Seat of Knowledge, Vale of Eternal Blossoms (82.0, 29.2)
Trainer: Brann Bronzebeard (Neutral)
Requires flying to access
Final Thoughts
Now that you know where to find the Zen Master trainers and how to level your professions, the grind to max out your skills feels a lot more achievable. It will help you become an expert in your craft and unlock the full potential of your character or alt.
However, we all know the grind can get tedious. Tracking down trainers scattered across Pandaria, especially with how Zen Master ranks work, can be a bit overwhelming.
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