Barre Center for Buddhist Studies
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Experiences
2026 Black Spirituals Protest Songs Singing For Liberation A Bipoc Retreat
Join us for a transformative 4-night retreat exploring the historical context and spiritual significance of social protest songs, including traditional African American Spirituals. This program, open to BIPOC, invites participants into mindful meditation, active listening, and heart transformation through music. Ideal for all experience levels, the retreat will be held from May 22 to May 26, 2026.
2026 Cultivating Curiosity For Habit Change Mindful Inquiry Training For Transformation
Join Dr. Jud Brewer and Dr. Robin Boudette for an immersive weekend workshop that trains facilitators in using inquiry to facilitate the 3 Gears Method for behavior change. This approach helps individuals recognize and transform unhealthy habits by illuminating underlying psychological processes. The workshop provides a structured way to understand habit formation, evaluate reward value, and adopt healthier patterns through awareness and curiosity. Participants will learn mindful inquiry skills to help others transform unwanted habits into healthy behaviors. The workshop is designed for healthcare professionals and mindfulness instructors with a foundational background in mindfulness.
2026 Embodying Ecodharma Kinship Amidst The Great Unraveling
This 5-night residential retreat offers a unique opportunity to gather in community and explore the intersection of Buddhist teachings and ecological awareness. Participants will engage in meditative practice, community inquiry, and nature-based practices, seeking to resource themselves and find inspiration for navigating the challenges of the modern world. The retreat is free, except for a refundable deposit, and is funded by the BESS Family Foundation. It will be led by Rupert Marques and Dawn Scott, and will take place from July 3-8, 2026. The program will include guided meditations, relational practices, and dharma talks, and will be held in a mix of indoor and outdoor settings.
2026 Insight Inside Us How The Dharma Inspires Mindfulness Based Approaches
This online retreat explores how the Insight Meditation Tradition influences Mindfulness-Based Approaches. Participants practice silent meditation, walking meditation, and mindful yoga, with daily talks and systematic meditation instructions. The retreat is led by owyn Ahlstrom and Bob Stahl, and is suitable for beginning and experienced practitioners. It takes place on June 5 and 12, 2026, and includes recorded dharma talks. The retreat aims to quiet the mind, open the heart, and develop clarity and depth of practice.
2026 Myth And Reason Imagination Poetic Thinking And Language In Early Buddhist Discourses
This online program explores the interplay between mythological, rational, poetic, and narrative elements in Early Buddhist discourses. Led by John Peacock and Akincano Weber, participants will examine the use of analogies, similes, and parables in Buddhist texts, and how these appeal to the intuitive and emotive aspects of human nature. Through a combination of lectures, discussions, and silent meditation, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the Buddhist Path and its integrated approach to study and practice. The program is suitable for intermediate and advanced practitioners and takes place over four days, with sessions hosted on Zoom.
2026 Roots And Refuge An Asian American Buddhist Writing Retreat
This 5-night Asian American Buddhist Writing Retreat brings together writers for a program to support and deepen their spiritual and creative practice. Participants will engage in peer-led ritual and meditation, write on their own and in groups, and dialogue as a community. The retreat is open to anyone of Asian heritage working on a writing project related to Buddhism. Noble silence will be observed each evening. The program is suitable for beginning and experienced practitioners and consists of a mix of activities, including silent writing, chanting, meditation, and relational practices.
2026 The Art Of Interbeing
The Art of Interbeing is a 4-night residential retreat led by Peggy Rowe-Ward and Diane Little Eagle, exploring the concept of interbeing and interconnectedness. Participants will practice deep looking, silence, indoor and outdoor meditation, deep relaxation, artistic expression, music, song, and dance. The retreat celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Order of Interbeing and offers the opportunity to receive the Five Mindfulness Trainings. It's a unique blend of Buddhist meditative practice, nature, and creative expression, suitable for beginning and experienced practitioners.
2026 What Is Kamma Karma Buddhist Explorations Of Intention Action Ethics And Causality
This online course explores Buddhist understandings of intention, action, ethics, and causality. Led by William Edelglass, participants delve into the concept of kamma/karma through Pali suttas, Abhidhamma texts, and Mahayana accounts. The program includes presentations, discussions, and meditation, providing a nuanced understanding of kamma/karma and its interconnectedness with Buddhist thought and practice. The course runs from July 20 to August 6, 2026, and is suitable for beginning and experienced practitioners. Through this course, participants can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the relationship between intention and action, and how it relates to the nature of persons and ethics.
2026 Wise Speech An Introduction To Mindful Communication
This 6-week online course offers practical training in mindful, skillful speech grounded in the Buddha's path of practice. It integrates ancient wisdom with modern tools from Nonviolent Communication and trauma-informed awareness. Participants learn to cultivate meaningful dialogue, build confidence, and strengthen empathy. The course is led by Oren Jay Sofer and is open to all, especially those in roles of service. It's offered by donation, making it accessible to anyone who feels called to participate.
Buddhist Study and Practice Programs
Residential and online programs integrating Buddhist study and practice. Range from weekends to several months.
Online Buddhist Courses
Virtual classes and courses in Buddhist philosophy and practice. Accessible from home with structured learning.