I completed my Advanced Certificate with the Australian Centre for Meditation and Mindfulness, and it has been a truly life-changing experience. The teachers are incredibly supportive, grounded, and knowledgeable — you feel genuinely held every step of the way.

Since graduating, I’ve opened my own little studio and the confidence, clarity, and skills I gained through the training have been invaluable. What stands out most is the ongoing support — from business mentoring to regular events and live meditations, ACMM doesn’t just train you and leave you; they continue to walk alongside you.

If you’re looking for a heartfelt, professional, and deeply enriching path into meditation teaching, I honestly can’t recommend them enough.

Whether you seek to delve into courses that invite personal development, accreditation or simply find a safeguarded community to casually meditate with, the school offers a place to learn from teachers who walk the walk.

After researching different schools to commit to my meditation teaching accreditation, I was drawn to certain aspects of ACMM's communications:
1. their respectful acknowledgement of First Nations' continual connection to land and culture
2. their welcoming of diversity in students and teachers
3. their capacity to create safe and maningful discussions
4. their demonstrated integrity and ethics through the tender awareness & prioritisation of mental health and safety protocols
5. their consistent efforts to offer free community meditations that speak to the issues of the day, rather than to toxic positivity
6. their proactive inclusion of LGBTQIA+ and minority groups to feel safe and welcomed
7. the depth of their coursework to include the origins of meditation throughout the world, with nuanced awareness of Asia (not a monolith), and historical context

The advanced certificate is an immersive and thorough training through one-on-one coaching and robust course work that invites deep reflections on one's own integrity and capacity for teaching meditation. It requires time, self-awareness, accountability and commitment. And a mentor/ coach is with you the whole way.

Through their digital platforms, I've found an accessible and supportive network of teachers and students, resources for study, practical advice for business. All questions are welcomed.

Through my 2+ years studying at this school, I believe it stays grounded in their intention to do no harm and to help ALL others through continual reviews of current research and best practice for accountability, cultural safety, effectiveness and promoting practical accessible mindfulness and meditation modalities.

Their teachers are themselves leading by example - always seeking ways to improve, and to learn. And it is with this sacred humility and intentional compassion that the students, clients and community are cared for with wise and empathetic counsel.

I am grateful to have received my accreditation through the ACMM. Thank you to all my teachers and fellow students. May we share more ways to connect to our humanity and each other. May we all be safe, healthy and belong.

I have been a student, and am a graduate, and repeat retreat attendee and continue to this day with my study path through ACMM.
This life changing, rich, inclusive, heart opening and heart warming journey began for me in 2019.
A place to learn, grow, belong, connect and become qualified to teach and guide is a small statement for all that has been my experience.
Look inside this beautiful website and I know that there is something for you to discover.
It can start with joining a free community meditation online, an elective to see if it is suited to your path or a discovery call with Lisa Forde (founder) who has 20+ years experience.
This is definitely where I constantly come home to a like hearted, kind and connected community.
Fully blessed and grateful. 💛💞💗

I loved the Yoga Nidra course and it was extremely useful for me this year as I have had numerous family issues to deal with. In many ways it was my lifesaver as I needed to keep calm and organized throughout. The course was easy to follow and I am now in the habit of doing yoga nidra every day. As a yoga and meditation teacher, it is something else that I can add to my toolbox. Thank you ACMM and Susie!

I recently attended an online weekend retreat " Living with Grace and Ease".Initially I was a little unsure about it being conducted on line but I was quickly put at ease once the retreat commenced. The retreat was well structured with great content. Getting to meet other like minded people and being guided by Lisa a true professional.Being online had its advantages as well ,being able to use my own space and being totally comfortable in the chair/ cushions that I am used to. This retreat was exceptional and I look forward to my next retreat with ACMM in October.

Such a lovely, nurturing and restorative retreat! Living with Grace and Ease Retreat was on line and was a positive experience while experiencing my local areas for mindful walking and joining like minded souls from different locations for learning and meditations. I look forward to the next one

Had the pleasure of attending ACCM Living With Grace And Ease online retreat on the weekend, Thank you Lisa and the team at ACMM, this was my first online retreat and my first with ACMM, amazing experience I gained so much on a personal level and the group connection and energy was awesome
Look forward to many more

Participating in an online retreat was a transformative and deeply reflective journey. The retreat provided a structured yet flexible space for self-discovery, meditation, and meaningful interaction, all from the comfort of home.

One of the standout aspects was the guided meditation sessions, which helped foster a sense of inner calm and clarity. Lisa created a nurturing environment, allowing participants to fully engage with the process without distraction.

Another highlight was the community connection—despite the virtual format, there was a strong sense of togetherness. Engaging in thoughtful discussions, sharing experiences, and receiving support from others made the retreat feel personal and impactful.

At times, staying fully present in the digital format posed challenges, but the retreat was structured well enough to encourage mindfulness and intentional participation. The use of journaling prompts, breakout sessions, and interactive activities helped maintain engagement.

Overall, the retreat was a rewarding experience. It reinforced the value of self-care, mindfulness, and connection, proving that meaningful retreats can exist beyond physical spaces. Whether for beginners or seasoned practitioners, an online retreat offers an accessible way to step into a space of reflection and growth.

I just completed the online Living with Grace and Ease retreat and it was such a nourishing weekend. Lisa is a warm, skilled, delightful facilitator who embodies grace and ease so well! The participants were open and honest so the breakout rooms were always welcoming and I felt I made a new community. I come away enriched with new tools and insights as well as a felt sense of grace that will remain in me. Thankyou thankyou to Lisa and all. Dr Phillipa Leonard