Meenal Kelkar offers a lunchtime meditation course for busy and business people from noon to 1 p.m. on six FridaysOct. 17 through Nov. 21, at True Yoga, 3625 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Ste. 322, Thousand OaksAccording to event organizers, Kelkar's approach to the traditional practice of quieting the mind is practical and accessible

She helps participants develop a "meditation tool kit" for use in different situations. The course uses questions, instruction and practice.

Those new to the practice of mediation, as well as those with experience, are welcome.

The cost is $75 for the course, and preregistration is required. A minimum of eight students is needed.

For information or registration, call Kelkar at (805) 5046640 or visit www.integrativeinsight.com.