The Happy Melon Teacher Training is the most effective way to deepen your own personal embodiment of meditation and share your love of the practice with others, confidently and authentically.
As Melbourne’s premier mindfulness and meditation studio, we have designed this for dedicated meditators ready to step into teaching, as well as those seeking to deepen their personal practice and expand their knowledge.
This one of a kind program is a structured integration process that:
Over 6 weeks, this 80 hour immersive program is guided by industry experts, Sacha Stewart, Zoe Kanat, Daniel Cerny, Jess Krishnan-Nair and Annemaree Rowley, you’ll move through a robust curriculum that weaves together the wisdom of Eastern and Western traditions, the latest science of the mind and body, and the art of guiding transformative meditation experiences.
Your learning goes beyond the classroom with:
By the end of the program, you’ll graduate with the knowledge, skills, and presence to lead meditation with authenticity, authority, and ease, ready to inspire others through your teaching.
Module 1: Philosophy, History, and Science of Meditation
Module 2: Eastern Philosophy, Practices And Breathwork
Module 3: Mental Health, Trauma, and Relaxation
Module 4: The Happy Melon Teaching Methodology — Part One
Module 5: The Happy Melon Teaching Methodology — Part Two
Module 6: The Business of Teaching Meditation and Mindfulness
The Happy Melon Meditation Teacher Training is fully accredited with the Meditation Association of Australia.
Over six weeks, you’ll take part in:
40 Contact Hours
40 Non-Contact Hours
The course combines theory, practice, and group exercises with regular opportunities to guide the class. You’ll also enjoy valuable connection time with your Happy Melon mentors and peers.
Our next intake:
Sunday, 12th October – 23rd November 2025 (with a week off for Melbourne Cup Day Weekend (3rd November)
The trainings run every Sunday for 6 weeks from 10am – 4pm.
Training Location: Happy Melon Studios (1252 – 1254 High St, Armadale, VIC)
ENROLMENTS CLOSE : SUNDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER
Upfront Payment: $2,997
Payment Plan: $3,300 ($1,000 non-refundable deposit required, the balance to be paid in 5 x instalments prior to training commencing)
* Online Participation *
We are now offering the option to complete our Meditation Teacher Training remotely. All sessions will be live streamed via Zoom so you can contribute to the conversations and ask questions and recordings will be made available shortly after each session has finished.
Investment Includes:
Trainings are limited to 15 people so secure your spot early. Please note that payment must be received to confirm your place on the training.
Meet Sacha and hear about what she covers in the training in this short video.
Sacha is a certified meditation and mindfulness teacher through Melbourne Meditation Centre, is a member of the Meditation Association of Australia, plus a certified 200hr Hatha Yoga Teacher through The Practice Bali Yoga. She holds a double diploma in Kinesiology and Mind Body Medicine from the College of Complimentary Medicine, and is a certified Wellness Coach through Wellcoaches USA. With her formative career as a producer in the advertising and film industries, she knows the pressure of the corporate world, and experienced first-hand how much impact stress had on the mind and body. Her passion became to educate others in mindfulness and wellbeing practices, to give them the opportunity to use these tools to empower themselves to create work / life balance, increase their vitality, and develop a greater sense of peace and happiness within.
Meet Zoe and hear about what she covers in the training in this short video.
Zoe is a qualified meditation teacher, mindfulness educator, trained Psychotherapist and Counsellor. She is a tutor at Monash University, Department of General Practice, as part of the Health Enhancement Program led by Associate Professor Dr Craig Hassed. Zoe is also deeply passionate about the art of relaxation, the ancient practice of Yoga Nidra and has spent several years personally and professionally practicing and studying in this area. She is a qualified Yoga Nidra facilitator, specifically in The Daring to Rest Program developed by teacher and author, Karen Brody. In 2019 Zoe assumed a position on the board of Meditation Association of Australia, the national peak body representing meditation and mediation teachers. Zoe is passionate about sharing the ancient practices of mindfulness and meditation in a direct and accessible way.
Meet Daniel and hear about what she covers in the training in this short video.
Daniel has many years of clinical experience as a Naturopath, nutritionist and herbalist, he offers a deep insight and respect for the intimate connection between the mind and body, creating space for others so they can feel at home within themselves. In ever-changing world, the mindfulness practice offers refuge, nourishment and connection. The ability to reconnect with our inner sanctuary — a place of peace, stillness and love, and to develop the inner resources to calm and overactive mind, take greater care of ourselves and to live a fuller and more purposeful life.
Meet Annemaree and hear about what she covers in the training in this short video.
Annemaree is a teacher of classical Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Mindfulness practises and Meditation with over 30 years of experience. The underlying principle of her work is that a healthy body and a calm mind promise exemplary personal and professional accomplishment in all facets of life and her focus is on relieving anxiety and stress for those she works with.
Meet Jess and hear about what she covers in the training in this short video.
Jess is a graduate of the Chopra Centre’s Meditation Teacher Training Program and Perfect Health: Ayurvedic Lifestyle Program led by world-renowned author and holistic medicine advocate Dr Deepak Chopra, Ayurveda and Integrative medicine expert Dr Sheila Patel, and Vedic Educator Dr David Frawley. Alongside teaching, Jess has over 15 years’ experience in various senior roles within large NGOs, specialising in organisational strategy, program design, social enterprise and social impact measurement. She truly believes that a regular meditation practice enables people to work and live with greater clarity, creativity and efficiency and regularly coaches CEOs, senior management and teams on the benefits of mindfulness and meditation in the workplace. Jess brings a depth of understanding of the intersections between ancient yogic wisdom, modern science and psychology to all of her classes and transcendental meditation courses to help bring greater peace, ease, freedom and inspiration to our busy lives.
Happy Melon is now proudly owned by Marney, Chris, Brig, and Mel — a passionate team of wellness professionals who bring a deep commitment to community, connection, and holistic health.
Together, they are the team behind Sum of Us Studio, one of Melbourne’s most loved integrative wellness spaces. With backgrounds spanning physiotherapy, business, mindfulness, and movement, the directors share a vision of creating nurturing environments where people can grow, heal, and thrive.
Their acquisition of Happy Melon marks an exciting new chapter — one that honours its beautiful foundations while expanding its reach and impact. Under their care, Happy Melon will continue to be a home for mindful movement, meaningful connection, and modern wellbeing.