Change Your Mind,
Change Your World
Buddhism is the science of how to create authentic happiness
Timeless Buddhist wisdom in the heart of NYC
Buddha’s most profound insight into the nature of the mind remains as revolutionary in our modern world as it was 2500 years ago: the mind is the source of all happiness and suffering. All of it.
At KMC NYC, this is what we learn - in a very practical way. So that through meditation, we can cultivate authentic happiness, and actualize our greatest potential, and help others do the same.
...and we do it all right here in New York City, thanks to the extraordinary teachings of our founder, Buddhist meditation master, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche.
Everyone is welcome at KMC NYC and other Kadampa Centers around the world! We do not discriminate based on race, gender, background, age, religion, politics, sexual orientation, or otherwise.
Meet our Sangha Community
Bliem: The Quest to Count 10 Million Mantras
Bliem and his journey to counting 10 million mantras!
Sharon: Learning to Let Go of Anxiety
Sharon’s journey to learning how to overcome intense anxiety
Joseph: A Life Centered Around Dharma
Joseph shares his journey from discovering Buddha’s teachings as a teenager to learning how to love meditation
Marcela: I Love Kadampa Festivals!
Marcela’s discovery of the magical world of Kadampa festivals and retreats
Jonathan: The Reminder to Keep Going Deeper
Jonathan’s “loving shake” from Buddha that led him to reprioritize
Marcia: With Dharma Life Makes Sense
Marcia’s journey to discovering the real purpose of her life
Naimah: Moment by Moment, Learning and Exploring
Naimah’s commitment to helping others realize their inner potential
Michelle: Experiencing Everything with Wisdom
Michelle’s experience of the beauty of Buddha’s teachings on emptiness
Tim: Transformation Through Meditation
The role of meditation in Dharma practice: Tim shares his perspective
Manale: Living from the Inside Out
Manale’s journey to finding what she had always longed for
Modern Buddhism and Meditation
Join any of our 30+ drop-in classes offered each week (in-person and online). It's in these classes that Buddha's methods for cultivating deep inner peace and happiness are explored.
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Upcoming Courses, Retreats and Special Events
Enjoyment as a Spiritual Practice
Saturday, May 9
10:00am – 1:30pm + Q&A
with Kadam Morten
The Fundamentals of Buddhist Meditation
Saturday, May 16
10:00am – 1:30pm + Q&A
with Sanna Tasala
Puja & Potluck (Main Center)
Saturday May 16
6:00 – 9:00 pm
Quiet New York City
Where can you go in New York City when you need to just sit and enjoy some quiet time or some personal meditation?
Our atrium is the perfect place to take a breather and is available any time we're open. Use it for reflection time, reading, or simply catching back up with yourself. Our downstairs meditation room is also available to you any time class is out.
Meet our Teachers
Kadam Morten
Resident Teacher, Kadampa Meditation Center NYC and Eastern National Spiritual Director, the New Kadampa Tradition
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