Our Teaching Philosophy
We see meditation not as clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of serenity. It’s about learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the busy mind, and even that odd itch that appears a few minutes in.
Our team blends decades of practice from various traditions. Some entered the path through academic philosophy, others through personal challenges, and a few found it in college and stayed. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill, not a mystical experience.
Each guide has their own way of explaining concepts. Ari Kapoor tends to use everyday-life analogies, while Nova Singh draws on psychology. We’ve found that different approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely connect more with some teaching styles than others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who've made meditation their life's work, each bringing unique perspectives to the practice
Ari Kapoor
Lead Instructor
Ari began meditating in 1998 after burnout in his software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen practice in Japan. What sets him apart is his knack for explaining ancient ideas through surprisingly modern analogies—he once compared monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in helping busy professionals cultivate sustainable meditation practices. His sessions frequently include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Nova Singh
Philosophy Guide
Nova combines her PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative work while researching ancient texts and learned that academic understanding means little without experiential knowing. Her approach merges scholarly insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Nova has a gift for making complex philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying them. Students often say she helps them grasp not just how to meditate, but why these practices developed and what they’re really meant to accomplish.
Why We Teach This Way
Over years of practice and teaching, we’ve found that meditation thrives when it’s demystified. We don’t promise enlightenment or claim you’ll achieve 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 2026, 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 isn’t 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 transformed our lives in subtle yet meaningful ways, and we’ve seen it do the same for many others.