Meditation that fits your life, wherever you are

Anytime Anywhere Meditation (AAM) is a practical course designed to make meditation accessible and meaningful for modern life. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refresh your practice, AAM offers an effective way to begin or renew your meditation journey.

This course is part of the Joy of Living program, offering a complete introduction to meditation through awareness, compassion, and wisdom in a format that busy people can truly commit to. Tergar is delighted to be hosting this public event, open to all, in collaboration with UCT's Department of Student Affairs.

Designed by Mingyur Rinpoche

Mingyur Rinpoche is a world-renowned meditation teacher, best-selling author, and TED speaker who has touched thousands of lives globally. Known for his warmth, humour, and interest in science, he designed this course to present transformative practices for everyday life.

Understanding our time constraints, Rinpoche created this compact, comprehensive program to make meditation accessible for modern life, drawing upon his extensive training and personal experiences.

Who can take this course?

Anyone can join, regardless of religious or cultural background.

While rooted in ancient Tibetan Buddhist teachings, the practices are secular and universal, focusing on cultivating awareness, compassion, and wisdom.

What will you learn?

1. Apply meditation directly in real-life situations
2. Discover your inner potential through meditation
3. Recognise awareness, compassion, and wisdom as natural inner qualities
4. Meditate anytime, anywhere, under any circumstance
5. Confidently incorporate meditation into daily life
6. Develop a sustainable meditation habit

Expert Panelists Include:

• Dr Rick Hanson – psychologist, Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, and New York Times best-selling author.
• Prof Gina Ziervogel – Adaptation and vulnerability specialist, Director African Climate and Development Initiative
• Dr Simon Whitesman – Medical psychotherapist, director at the Institute for Mindfulness South Africa
• Nobantu Mpotulo – Master executive coach with 20+ years practice
• Janni Younge – Award-winning theatre director & mindfulness teacher
• Mbuyiselo Yanta – Youth development expert using meditation for resilience

Why Anytime Anywhere Meditation?

AAM was created for real life. No special cushions, long hours, or quiet retreats required. This course helps you meditate right where you are—during your workday, while commuting, or in a quiet moment at home.

Here's why AAM might be perfect for you:

1. Simple and approachable — no experience needed
2. Designed for busy lives — practices that fit your schedule
3. Builds confidence — equips you to maintain a meditation habit
4. Practical application — helps you use meditation in everyday situations
5. Expert guidance — certified AAM teachers supporting each step
6. Community connection — learn alongside others on the same path
7. Part of a broader journey — a gentle introduction to the full Joy of Living program

AAM helps you discover that awareness, compassion, and wisdom aren't distant goals—they're already within you, waiting to be explored.

What You’ll Experience This Weekend

Opening Ceremony

Before we explore practical meditation techniques for modern life, we begin by acknowledging the indigenous wisdom traditions that are the foundation of all contemplative practices.

Our opening ceremony honours this lineage by bringing together indigenous sacred practices from African and Tibetan traditions. This represents a respectful acknowledgment that the stress, anxiety, and disconnection we experience today are challenges that wise communities have been addressing for millennia.

The ceremony is led by Dr Christie van Zyl (Gogo Bazamile) leading African cleansing practices with UCT students performing sacred songs and traditional drumming, followed by Mingyur Rinpoche performing a Tibetan smoke offering. This unique fusion of African and Tibetan wisdom traditions honours the indigenous roots of meditation before we explore practical techniques for modern life.

Two Complete Days with a World-Class Teacher

Two-day intensive with Mingyur Rinpoche and South African panelists

Saturday 6 September: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday 7 September: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Location: Kramer Law, Middle Campus, University of Cape Town

This programme is presented in collaboration with UCT’s Department of Student Affairs.

Proven Results & Scientific Validation

Research-Backed Benefits

Recent research from Harvard, MIT, and the University of Wisconsin has shown that practising meditation for only a few minutes a day creates dramatic increases in brain areas associated with happiness and well-being

What You Will Learn

• Meditation is a way to discover your potential.
• Awareness, compassion, and wisdom are innate qualities within you.
• You can meditate anytime, anywhere, under any circumstance.
• You will feel confident incorporating meditation into your busy life.
• You will begin to develop a sustainable meditation habit.
• You will begin to apply meditation in daily life.
• Have practical tools for managing stress and difficult emotions

Who This Programme Serves

Perfect for:

• Complete beginners to meditation
• Busy professionals seeking practical stress management
• Parents looking for techniques that work amidst family life
• Anyone interested in developing a sustainable meditation practice

No religious orientation required – though rooted in ancient Buddhist teachings of Tibet, the practices are universal and practical.

Discounts & Financial Assistance

Tergar is a non-profit organisation committed to making meditation accessible to everyone. If you need financial assistance, please contact us at [email protected]

AAM helps you discover that awareness, compassion, and wisdom aren’t distant goals — they’re already within you, ready to be explored.