Our Teaching Philosophy
We see meditation not as clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of zen, but as learning to stay with whatever arises—the swirling thoughts, the planning mind, and even that persistent itch after a few minutes of sitting.
Our team combines decades of practice from diverse traditions. Some came to meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal crisis, and a few wandered in during college and stayed. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical skill for daily life rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide has a distinct way of explaining concepts. Ravi favors everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws on her psychology background. We've found that different approaches click with different people, so you’ll likely connect more with certain teaching styles.
Your Guides for Meditation
Two practitioners who have made meditation their life's work, each contributing a unique perspective to the practice
Rohan Iyer
Senior Instructor
Rohan began practicing meditation in 1998 after burnout in his software engineering career. He studied Vipassana in Myanmar for three years and later trained in Zen in Japan. He stands out for explaining ancient ideas with contemporary analogies—he once compared monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and helps busy professionals establish sustainable mindfulness habits. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work life and handling stress without spiritual bypass.
Anaya Kapoor
Philosophy Guide
Anaya combines her PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that academic understanding meant nothing 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 dumbing them down. 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 accomplish.
Why We Teach This Way
Through years of practice and teaching, we’ve found meditation thrives when it’s demystified. We don’t promise enlightenment or perfect peace. Instead, we emphasize building skills to face life’s inevitable challenges with greater awareness and reduced reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2025, giving you time to consider whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to thoughtfully decide about contemplative practice—it’s not something to rush on a surge of enthusiasm.
If you’re curious about learning meditation as a practical life skill rather than a spiritual pursuit, we’d be glad to guide your exploration. The practice has transformed our lives in subtle yet meaningful ways, and we’ve witnessed the same for many others.