| Jan. 6 | 11:00-12:30 pm | Buddhism and Interpersonal Relationships workshop (CMC), by Peter Lin |
| Feb. 2 | 9:30-12:00 pm | Beginner's Meditation Class, part 1, led by Dave Slaymaker |
| Feb. 9 | 9:30-12:00 pm | Beginner's Meditation Class, part 2, led by Dave Slaymaker |
| Mar. 8 | 9:30-3:00 pm | Intermediate Meditation Class, led by Nancy Bonardi |
| Apr. 19 | 9:30-12:00 pm | Beginner's Meditation Class, part 1, led by Rebecca Li |
| Apr. 26 | 9:30-12:00 pm | Beginner's Meditation Class, part 2, led by Rebecca Li |
| Apr. 27 | Free Introductory Meditation Workshop with resident monks | |
| May 3 | 9:30-3:00 pm | Intermediate Meditation Class, led by Rebecca Li |
The above classes are held at our city center, Chan Meditation Center (CMC), and our upstate New York center, Dharma Drum Retreat Center (DDRC), as indicated in the description of each event. For registration, please contact them directly:
CMC - email chancenter@gmail.org, phone (718) 592-6593
DDRC - email ddrc@dharmadrumretreat.org, on-line registration: www.dharmadrumretreat.org
Introduction to Meditation, Beginner & Intermediate (CMC)
The classes on Buddhist meditation include instruction on methods of sitting, breathing, walking, sleeping, yoga exercises, self-massage, theories and obstacles in meditation, and stages of meditation. Total 10 hours, 2 beginner and 1 intermediate sessions.
Beginner ($40):- Feb. 2 & 9 (Led by Dave Slaymaker)
- Apr. 19 & 26 (Led by Rebecca Li)
- Mar. 8 (Led by Nancy Bonardi)
- May 3 (Led by Rebecca Li)
Classes open upon sufficient interest. Please call CMC (718)-592-6593 and sign up.
Free Introduction to Meditation Workshop (DDRC)
In this 3 hour workshop you'll learn that sitting meditation is not mysterious but is a practical approach to living a happier and more loving life. It opens the door to your inner source of strength, wisdom and compassion. You'll be introduced to a variety of sitting postures and can choose the one you're most comfortable with (you can even sit in a chair). You will be instructed in an easy beginner's method of concentration, and given advice for maintaining a daily meditation practice at home. All are welcome, admission is free.