Compassion for the Climate and Us

Come to Benedict Canyon for a day to find your way to look at climate change with the support of a community of mindfulness practitioners and self-compassion tools (that we will learn together). We recognize our gratitude and wake gently to our grie... Read more

Dharma Study Group

This series will focus on the foundations of Dharma practice which will include the Buddhas discovery, Awakening v. Suffering, What is a Buddha, and what is Buddha mind? We will explore the Dharma in terms of the 4 Noble Truths, the 8 Fold Path, explora... Read more

A Voice & Sound Meditation Workshop with Helane Anderson

Are you looking to go deeper into exploring and expressing the deepest parts of your voice in all aspects of your life? If so, please join us for this special workshop led by Helane Marie Anderson, author of You Are Meant to Sing! 10 Steps to Unlock You... Read more

Simplicity of Relaxation: Body, Heart, and Mind

This daylong will give special attention to relaxing and nourishing the body while soothing the heart and mind. The intensity of this historic moment can destabilize the attention and unsettle the body. Where and how we place our attention is fundament... Read more

Contemplative End of Life Care Training Intensive

This three day training retreat is a dynamic experiential learning featuring aspects of the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care’s Foundations in Contemplative Care Training Program. Our faculty, Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison and Sensei Robert Chodo... Read more