It’s easy to start a new practice and then abandon it for something else. Creating a meditation habit that lasts is an art. You can start the new year right by learning essential techniques for creating a joyful but disciplined meditation practice that will support and sustain you for a lifetime.

We will look at the essentials of how to meditate and how to create a consistent, joyful routine. There will be plenty of space for meditation, discussion, and questions, and to generally process how to confidently transition into the new year. Everyone welcome!

Course Information:

There are three parts to registration: course fee, accommodations and meals. Certain types of accommodation may require booking for the full event. Dorm and BYO camping accommodations are usually available by the night. Please confirm availability at booking. Our meals are vegetarian, with vegan and wheat-free options, and are cooked onsite by our resident chef.

Retreat: $85
Meals: $10/each lunch or dinner

Schedule (To Be Confirmed):

Friday, January 2, 2025:
Introduction: 7:30 – 9pm
Saturday, January 3:
Session 1: 9 – 10am
Session 2: 11:30am – 1pm
Session 3: 4:30 – 5:45pm
Session 4: 7:30 – 9pm
Sunday, January 4:
Session 1: 9 – 10am
Session 2: 11:00am – 12:30pm

Onsite Accommodations are available at additional cost.
You do not need to stay onsite to attend this retreat.
Attend by the day or for the full retreat.
Call the registration office for details (845)856-9000.

Buddhist Retreats in 2026 at Kadampa Buddhist World Peace Temple Meditation Center New York in the Sullivan County Catskills
Give yourself some space to go on retreat and learn techniques for quieting the mind, you will discover a sense of joy and possibility.
These Buddhist Meditation retreats are an unequaled opportunity to discover how Buddha's teachings are as relevant today as 2600 years ago to improve our compassion and wisdom, and follow the path to enlightenment.

Kadampa Meditation Center New York in Sullivan County Catskills at 47 Sweeney Road, Glen Spey, NY 12737 is only 2 hours from NYC.  Getting here by car, bus or train is simple.
The Meditaion Center offers in person and online meditation classes, meditation retreats and meditation workshops for all levels of interest and experience, beginner friendly meditation classes, silent retreats and Buddhism courses. Free Buddhist prayers, chanted in English, offered daily and open to everyone.

TEMPLE GROUNDS AND HIKING NATURE TRAILS are open free DAILY from 9:00 AM - Dusk at Kadampa Meditation Center New York World Peace Temple in Sullivan County Catskills Upstate NY.
Free Temple Tours, Buddhist Bookstore & Gift Shop, and World Peace Cafe Coffee shop. and Vegetarian Meals with the Buddhist Community.
82 acres include tranquil spots to sit and contemplate in nature, photo-worthy views of the World Peace Temple, and short nature trails in the woodlands. Enjoy walking on the grounds, including nature trails, a pond, garden, streams and soft springy moss.
Outdoor seating areas, picnic tables and hidden nature benches.

Kids, families & pets on a leash welcome!
For more information call 845-856-9000 or KadampaNewYork.org

Free online Meditation and Buddhism Books and Resources:
1) Buddhist Podcasts Free - No subscription, No signup.
2) Free Online Meditation Audio - Learn how to meditate. Includes guided meditation for beginners. No subscription, No signup.
3) Free Meditation Book "How to Transform Your Life" and Modern Buddhism eBook download. 

Best Guided Meditations youtube - How to Meditate and Introduction to Buddhist Meditation includes: Guided Meditations for Beginners, Meditation on Karma, Meditations on Overcoming Anger and more.

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