Our Teaching Philosophy
Meditation isn't about clearing your mind or attaining a flawless state of zen. It's more about sitting with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, even that curious itch that appears a few minutes into practice.
Our team combines decades of practice across traditions. Some arrived via academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few simply wandered into it during college and stayed. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide you'll meet has their own way of explaining concepts. Ravi tends to use analogies from everyday life, while Anaya draws from her background in psychology. We've found that different approaches resonate with different people, so you'll likely connect more strongly with certain teaching styles.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who've made meditation their life's work, each bringing unique perspectives to the practice
Ravi Kapoor
Lead Instructor
Ravi Kapoor began practicing meditation in the late 90s after burnout from his software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen meditation in Japan. He stands out for explaining ancient concepts with surprisingly modern analogies—he once compared monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our core courses and specializes in helping busy professionals cultivate sustainable meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Anaya Singh
Philosophy Guide
Anaya combines her PhD in United States Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that scholarly understanding meant little without experiential knowledge. Her approach bridges scholarly insight with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Anaya has a gift for making complex philosophical concepts accessible without oversimplifying. Her students often say she helps them understand not just how to meditate, but why these practices developed and what they're really meant to achieve.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and instruction, we've learned that meditation works best when it's demystified. We don't promise enlightenment or claim you'll reach perfect peace. Instead, we focus on building skills that help you navigate life's inevitable challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2025, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to make thoughtful decisions about contemplative practice—it's not something to rush into based on momentary enthusiasm.
If you're curious about learning meditation as a practical life skill rather than a spiritual pursuit, we'd be honored to guide your exploration. The practice has changed our lives in subtle but profound ways, and we've seen it do the same for many others.