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In-Person and Online: Insight 101 – Intro to Vipassana Meditation

with Lani Miller
Tuesdays, January 7th - February 11th from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET

If you’ve been wanting to learn how to meditate or refresh and renew the meditation practice you already have, we invite you to join this six-week meditation course to explore the practice of Insight (Vipassana) meditation in a warm, supportive environment. We will emphasize experiential practice, including instructions for sitting and walking meditation, and explore how we can bring this practice of presence into our everyday lives. Find out more

In-Person: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation

with Margrit Pittman-Polletta
Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 9:00pm

In this free MBSR session, we will explore mindfulness practices that are accessible to individuals of any background and experience level. It will also offer insight into reclaiming control over one's well-being, cultivating resilience, and embracing a life of mindful presence. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Leslie Booker
Wednesday, January 8th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET

New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course

with Margrit Pittman-Polletta
In-Person Course: Tuesdays, January 14th - March 11th, 2025 | 6:30pm - 9:00pm
In-Person Daylong: Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 | 9:30am - 5:00pm

MBSR has helped thousands of people decrease the effects of stress in their lives, allowing them to reduce the symptoms of both physical and psychological problems, and to live their lives with more ease, vitality, and enjoyment. Find out more

In-Person: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation

with Elaine Retholtz
Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 from 9:30am - 12:00pm

In this free MBSR session, we will explore mindfulness practices that are accessible to individuals of any background and experience level. It will also offer insight into reclaiming control over one's well-being, cultivating resilience, and embracing a life of mindful presence. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Gary Singer
Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET

New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course

with Elaine Retholtz
In-Person Course: Wednesdays, January 22nd - March 12th, 2025 | 9:30am - 12:00pm
In-Person Daylong:Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 | 9:30am - 5:00pm

MBSR has helped thousands of people decrease the effects of stress in their lives, allowing them to reduce the symptoms of both physical and psychological problems, and to live their lives with more ease, vitality, and enjoyment. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Elaine Retholtz
Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET

New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Insight 101 – Intro to Vipassana Meditation

with Elaine Retholtz
Mondays, January 27th - March 10th, 2025 (skips President's Day 2/17) from 9:30am - 11:30am ET

If you’ve been wanting to learn how to meditate or refresh and renew the meditation practice you already have, we invite you to join this six-week meditation course to explore the practice of Insight (Vipassana) meditation in a warm, supportive environment. We will emphasize experiential practice, including instructions for sitting and walking meditation, and explore how we can bring this practice of presence into our everyday lives. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Brian Simmons
Wednesday, January 29th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET

New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with David Grogan
Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET

New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Leslie Booker
Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Lani Miller
Wednesday, February 19th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Brian Simmons
Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Elaine Retholtz
Wednesday, March 5th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Leslie Booker
Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Lani Miller
Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Gary Singer
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Beginner’s Meditation Workshop

with David Grogan
Thursday, March 27th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
Learn the basics of Insight/Mindfulness meditation practice in a warm, supportive environment. This evening workshop includes clear instructions and time to meditate, with guidance from a New York Insight teacher and plenty of time for sharing and Q&A. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Elaine Retholtz
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with David Grogan
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Lin Wang Gordon
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Wildecy de Fátima Jury
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Beginner’s Meditation Workshop

with Wildecy de Fátima Jury
Thursday, April 24th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
Learn the basics of Insight/Mindfulness meditation practice in a warm, supportive environment. This evening workshop includes clear instructions and time to meditate, with guidance from a New York Insight teacher and plenty of time for sharing and Q&A. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Leslie Booker
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: The Essential Insight Meditation Toolkit

with David Grogan
Tuesdays, May 6th - June 10th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET

Are you new to meditation? Or an experienced meditator looking to refresh your practice? In this experiential course, you’ll learn how to use the essential tools in the Four Foundations of Mindfulness, the Buddha’s systematic guide to practicing insight meditation. You’ll also get tips on how to establish and sustain a formal meditation practice, as well as how to make mindfulness an integral part of your daily routine. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Lani Miller
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person: Sunset Meditative Walk – Brooklyn Bridge to Brooklyn Bridge Park

with Lin Wang Gordon
Sunday, May 10th, 2025 from 6:15pm - 8:30pm

Join us for an outdoor meditation as we walk across the Brooklyn Bridge and practice at Brooklyn Bridge Park during sunset. Together, we'll immerse ourselves in the beauty of a cityscape sunset, fostering a deep connection with our body, mind, and the natural world. Amidst this urban backdrop, we'll reflect on our interconnectedness with humanity and the environment. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Leslie Booker
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Brian Simmons
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering

with Gary Singer
Wednesday, May 28th, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET
 
New York Insight now offers this series of in-person community gatherings consisting of guided meditation, a talk by one of our teachers, followed by group discussion, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. All are welcome. Find out more

Online: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation

with Jon Aaron
Monday, June 2nd, 2025 from 12:00pm - 2:30pm ET

In this free MBSR session, we will explore mindfulness practices that are accessible to individuals of any background and experience level. It will also offer insight into reclaiming control over one's well-being, cultivating resilience, and embracing a life of mindful presence. Find out more

Online: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course

with Jon Aaron
Online Course: Mondays, June 16  – August 4, 2025 from 12:00 - 2:30pm ET
Online Daylong: Sunday, July 20, 2025 | 9:30am – 5:00pm ET
 
MBSR has helped thousands of people decrease the effects of stress in their lives, allowing them to reduce the symptoms of both physical and psychological problems, and to live their lives with more ease, vitality, and enjoyment. Find out more
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