Class Description

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The Schedule of Classes

  • Each weekly class lasts two hours. The first hour is dedicated to sitting meditation and walking meditation, while the second hour focuses on a lecture exploring the Buddha’s teachings.
  • Each term has 10 classes. Students must attend at least 7classes (including up to 2 make-up sessions) to complete the course. After completing a set number of terms, you can advance to the next level.

Level 1：Mindfulness & Fundamentals

  • Two terms, total 20 classes (1A 10 classes+1B 10 classes)
  • Prerequisite: No prerequisite. Beginners welcome!
  • The meditation portion of the class teaches breath-counting, mindfulness of the breath.
  • Lecture topics include Introduction to Buddhism and Chan(Zen), Karma and Causality, the Four Noble Truths, Three Refuges and Five Precepts.

Level 2：Compassion and Bodhisattva Practices

  • Two terms, total 20 classes (2A 10 classes + 2B 10 classes)
  • Prerequisites: Completion of Level 1 Meditation Class.
  • The meditation portion builds on the previous methods and includes compassion contemplation.
  • The lecture topics include the Bodhisattva ideal, the six paramitas —the perfection of charity, morality, tolerance, diligence, meditation, and prajna wisdom.

Level 3：Chan Meditation & Advanced Buddhist Contemplation and Practices

  • Four terms, total 40 classes (3A 10 classes + 3B 10 classes + 3C 10 classes+ 3D 10 classes)
  • Prerequisites: Completion of Level 1 & Level 2 Classes.
  • The meditation portion builds on the Level 1 & 2 methods and includes the Four Foundations of Mindfulness.
  • The lecture topics include the Ten Dharma Realms, Twelve Links of Interdependence, Four Foundations of Mindfulness, and will also studying important texts The Essence of Mahayana Practice and Sutra of the Eight Realizations of Great Beings.

Sutra Study： Chan Meditation & Sutra Study Series

  • Prerequisites: Completion of Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 Classes.
  • The meditation portion includes previous and additional meditation methods.
  • The topics are from selected Buddhist scriptures such as The Sutra of Forty-Two Chapters, and The Sutra of Impermanence, etc.

We sincerely invite everyone to join our meditation classes, to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere here, and to find the meaning of life through meditation practice and Dharma education.

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  • Classes are taught by Dharma Master.
  • All classes are FREE. We welcome and are supported by your generous donations.
  • Dress code: Please wear comfortable, modest attire. Anti-skid socks are recommended. Optional meditation clothing may be obtained at the monastery.