Classes | Triratna NYC

Thursday Evenings

We run ongoing introductions to meditation and Buddhism in near Union Square.
The courses are four weeks long and held on Thursdays from 7-9pm
(7-8pm for meditation and 8-9pm for Buddhism).

START DATES: 2012
May 10st	Four Thursdays 7 – 8pm	8-9pm The Wheel of Life
June 7th	Four Thursdays 7 – 8pm	8-9pm The Four Nobel Truths
July 5rd	Four Thursdays 7 – 8pm	8-9pm The Eight Fold Path
August 2nd	Four Thursdays 7 – 8pm	8-9pm The Six Perfections
September 6th	Four Thursdays 7 – 8pm	8-9pm The Wheel of Life
October 4th	Four Thursdays 7 – 8pm	8-9pm The Four Nobel Truths
November 1st	Four Thursdays 7 – 8pm	8-9pm The Eight Fold Path

Location:
Hope Martin Studio
39 W 14th St # 508
New York, NY 10011-7403
The Hope Martin Studio is near many subway lines:
1, 2, 3: 14th St.
F, M: 14th St.
L: 6th Ave.
N, Q, R, 4, 5, 6: Union Square

The Hope Martin Studio
39 W 14th St
New York, NY 10011

Introduction Meditation

No meditation experience necessary.

Buddhist meditation promotes a state of calm-alertness and helps to cultivate compassion for ourselves and others. It is a valuable tool for identifying and realizing our potential and our place in the world. A regular meditation practice provides the clarity and perspective necessary to discover purpose and create personal change. It’s easy to learn to meditate.

In this course, you will learn two traditional meditation methods: Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana (Development of Lovingkindness). We provide clear, practical instruction for anyone wishing to establish an effective meditation practice. No previous experience is necessary.

Introduction to Buddhism

Buddhism is a path of transformation, leading to Enlightenment. The Triratna Buddhist Community is dedicated to creating the conditions for such practice in the modern world. The Buddhist tradition has bequeathed a vast range of practices, and Triratna seeks to draw carefully and pragmatically on this huge spiritual reservoir, offering a systematic and coherent approach to Buddhist practice. We offer a four-week introduction from 8-9pm, open to those on the meditation course at no charge.

Cost: sliding scale $40	For the four week course
Pay in Advance $35	For the four week course

Introduction to Buddhism Day

Sunday July 15th

Introduction to Buddhism One-Day Workshop. In this day long workshop we will explore some fundamental teachings of the Buddhist tradition. We’ll look at what is the goal of Buddhism. How does one practice as a Buddhist?

Commonly heard teachings will be explored in the framework of the Buddhist Threefold Path: Ethics, Meditation, Wisdom. Were you aware of the strong emphasis on ethics in Buddhism? How does meditation fit in to it?

There is always far more to explore than we can ever cover in our time together. We will emphasize those teachings that can be put into practice and that relate to our daily lives.Included in the day will be presentations, question & answer time, discussion and a brief introduction to meditation.

The day will run from 10am tp 4pm light lunch included.
Workshop fee: $40

Location:
Randy Warshaw Dance Studio, 115 Wooster St
Soho, Buzzer 2F (Between Prince and Spring)

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Cost: $40	For the day course
Pay in Advance $35	For the day course

Monday Evenings

Sangha Night is a weekly class open to all that provides regular support for anyone who has an established Buddhist practice. Sangha is the Buddhist word for spiritual community. Each week begins with a meditation, followed by a talk or other program. The emphasis is on practical application of Buddhist principles in our own lives. Meditators with some experience are also welcome to drop-in for just the meditation at 7:30pm.

Suggested donation: $10

If you are new to Sangha Night or have questions please call or email us.
(If you need instruction in meditation, see the Thursday Evening classes for more information on introductory classes.)

Location:
Randy Warshaw Dance Studio, 115 Wooster St
Soho, Buzzer 2F (Between Prince and Spring)