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

Risk Delight – Embracing the Blossoming of Spring

“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” - Anais Nin Each Spring nature repeats the ritual from coming out of the cold, out of the dark, out of resourcing and resting, back into the ... Read more