Are you looking for the space and time to meditate in a supportive environment? Join Rigpa’s drop-in meditation sessions whenever you wish. They are open to everyone, from beginners to more experienced meditators. Rigpa also offers a complete introduction to the Buddhist teachings on meditation.  Please inquire after the session about upcoming program schedules.

SERLINGPA MEDITATION CENTER- Cambridge- offers a variety of classes, retreats, and Pujas (chanted prayers), which are open to everyone in the community. Whether you simply want to learn how to calm your mind and discover your own inner peace, or are looking to begin an in-depth Buddhist study program, Serlingpa offers many practical options for people of all backgrounds. We offer ongoing meditation classes in New Bedford; Jamaica Plain; Cambridge; Cape Cod; Fall River; Providence, RI; Portland …

“The Path of Purification” (Visuddhimagga) is regarded as the most detailed manual for meditators. It systematically summarizes and interprets the teaching of the Buddha and the meditation methods contained in the Pali Tipitaka. The manual comprises the Buddhist essential Threefold Training in discipline, meditation and wisdom. The teacher and meditation instructor of this study, Venerable Dhammadipa (Fa Yao), presently the abbot of Chuang Yen Monastery, has been ordained as a Buddhist monk sinc …

May you be happy and warm  :) Since 1989, Boston Old Path Sangha has been practicing meditation and mindfulness in the tradition of Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. We have regular meetings several times a week at different locations. These are our regular "sittings"-- meetings in which we practice sitting and walking meditation, read a short passage on the dharma (Buddhist teachings), and share our insights into the teachings and trying to bring mindfulness practice into daily life. You c …

According to all authentic spiritual traditions, reaching peace of mind- a state where there are no problems- is possible. Here we explore and practice the real methods for reaching happiness, as passed down in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. All are welcome. You don't have to be a Buddhist or have a religion. Come and find out what it's all about.

Meditation is a gateway to cultivating inner peace, tapping into our natural wisdom and providing a break from day-to-day stress.  It helps developing our innate ability of awareness and re-connect us with our most natural way of being. Every Tuesday night in downtown Andover, we sit for 30 minutes of guided Vipassana meditation followed by a brief discussion.  Occasionally, we offer other styles of meditation including those based in Qi Gong, Chakras, letting go of past pain and meeting a Spiri …

Anyone interested in Tibetan Buddhism may join and/or attend any practice or events.  Excellent opportunities to join in community and experience profound teachings and access to authentic experienced practitioners from Tibet and western senior students.

Siddhartha Circle is for meditators and dharma practitioners interested in gathering weekly (Wednesday evenings) as a sangha for meditation practice, study, and discussion of video teachings by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche and others. All are welcome. Those living at some distance from their root teacher may be especially interested, as will those seeking community for in-depth exploration and support on the Buddhist path. Our facilitator, a student of DJKR and other Buddhist teachers, is …

The Cambridge Foundation for Active Compassion Meditation Group offers guided meditations of loving communion and awareness adapted from Tibet for people of all backgrounds and faiths. Everyone is welcome - those with little or no meditation experience, as well as those with much experience who want a fresh approach to their deepest nature. For more information check out www.foundationforactivecompassion.org We meet the first and second Saturday of every month from 10:00 am at the Cambridge Frie …

This group is for people who want to learn how to use analytical meditation in their lives.  We plan to meet weekly in Concord in the evenings around 7:00 PM.  We do not know where we are going to meet yet. We believe truly in Buddhism as a great philosophical system for helping us all lead happier lives. The root of that is focusing on undermining the ignorance of inherent existence. This group aims to be fun and to focused on debating and discussing how we are ignorant in our own lives. We hop …

Natural Dharma Fellowship is an organization of Buddhist practitioners offering basic meditation instructions in the Mahamudra and Dzogchen traditions of Tibetan Buddhism. Our practices emphasize the innate wisdom of one’s inherent being and are led by Lama Willa and Natural Dharma meditation teachers. There is an option to pursue a Vajrayana path with Lama Willa for those drawn to it. We meet for meditation and discussion on Tuesday evenings from 7-8.30pm at the Cambridge Friends Meeting House …

The Greater Boston Zen Center, located in Cambridge, offers an extensive schedule of Zen Buddhist meditation practice and periodic Zen meditation retreats. The Center also offers meditation classes. The Greater Boston Zen Center is an affiliate of Boundless Way Zen. We offer one-day meditation retreats at our location in Cambridge, and multi-day meditation retreats at the Boundless Way Zen temple in Worcester, MA. Classes in various topics in Zen and Buddhism are also offered. We also have a sis …

Lets get together and learn Buddhist meditation! A regular meditation practice provides the clarity and perspective necessary to discover purpose and create personal change. It’s easy to learn to meditate. Meditations taught will include the Mindfulness of Breathing, development of loving-kindness (Metta Bhavana) and walking meditation. These forms have been found to be supportive and helpful to most everyone by helping us to focus, to become more at ease, to know our own minds more fully. We pr …

The Henry David Thoreau Sangha (“Hank”) meets every Monday night at Wilson Chapel (lower level), Andover Newton Theological School, 234 Herrick Road, Newton Center, MA. The group was formed in April, 2001. We have about 18 regular participants. We are affiliated with Boundless Way Zen and the Greater Boston Zen Center. If you are new to Zen: Please send an email to let us know you are coming. Arrive at 7:00 pm for a brief orientation before our regular program. Meetings always include Zen medita …

No matter how delicious we can try to make meditation sound in order to tempt you into meditating, this is a fruit that is meant to be eaten and not just described. In the end, it is not for anyone else but you yourself. Meditation removes the blindfold, the darkness that covers our eyes from the truth. Meditation generates the inner light that gives us vision to see just what is really happening around us. When you attain true bliss and happiness inside yourself through meditation, you will f …

One Heart Zen: Learn & join in Zen Meditation (Zazen) near Union Square. Whether you are a long time practitioner, a recent beginner, or just thinking about it, you are welcome. Weekday mornings, Monday through Friday at 6:50AM for 40 minutes. Wednesday evenings from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM for zazen instruction, zazen, and talks and discussions on Zen and Buddhist practice. I’m John. I’ve been living in this neighborhood for 17 years and sitting zazen for 40 years. A somewhat unorthodox Soto Zen Pri …