UPCOMING WORKSHOPS & COURSES

FREE ONLINE TALK

THE HEART & MIND OF PRACTICE: BUDDHISM & BHAKTI

with DAVID NICHTERN & KRISHNA DAS

TUESDAY, MARCH 3rd, 2026 from 6:00pm – 7:30pm ET

Join Krishna Das, the most well-known voice of Bhakti chanting (Kirtan) in the West, and David Nichtern - a senior Buddhist teacher, founder of Dharma Moon, guitarist in Krishna Das’ band, and producer of several of his albums - for a warm and engaging conversation about these two paths, their shared roots, and how they intersect in contemporary spiritual practice.

FREE ONLINE TALK

UNDERSTANDING YOUR MIND: AN INTRODUCTION TO BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY

with DAVID NICHTERN

THURSDAY, MARCH 12th, 2026 from 6:00pm – 7:30pm ET

Join Senior Buddhist Teacher David Nichtern for a conversation around the core elements of the Abhidharma teachings: the mental states, patterns, and building blocks of consciousness that shape our moment-to-moment experience. 

FREE COMMUNITY MEDITATION GATHERING

with RENÉ FAY

SUNDAY, MARCH 15th, 2026 | 10:00am - 1:00pm ET

Dharma Moon’s monthly meditation gathering is a wonderful way to gather with community members to restore your sense of sanity and well-being amidst the busyness of modern life.

INTRO TO MINDFULNESS & THE PATH OF MEDITATION

with DAVID NICHTERN & TEACHING TEAM

FRIDAY, MARCH 20th – SUNDAY, MARCH 22nd, 2026

This workshop is a comprehensive introduction to the foundational Buddhist meditation practices. It also serves as the required first level of the Dharma Moon 100-Hour Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training.  

The program is geared for those who are new to meditation as well as those looking to refresh their existing practice. Develop and strengthen your practice to cultivate insight and clarity, strength and resilience, and kindness and compassion. 

DHARMA MOON 100 HOUR MINDFULNESS MEDITATION TEACHER TRAINING

with DAVID NICHTERN & TEACHING TEAM

MARCH 20th – JUNE 7th, 2026 

Develop the skills to become a certified mindfulness meditation teacher! Gain a complete understanding of meditation and an overview of the stages of the Buddhist path. For those who wish to become more skillful in presenting mindfulness, this training is perfect for anyone seeking to integrate teaching meditation into their existing modalities – such as therapists, social workers, yoga teachers, health care professionals, educators, and life coaches.

SIX-WEEK BUDDHIST STUDIES COURSE:

UNDERSTANDING KARMA & THE SIX REALMS

WITH ETHAN NICHTERN & TEACHING TEAM

TUESDAYS, MARCH 24th – APRIL 28th, 2026 | 7:00pm - 9:00pm ET

This six-week online course will cover the all-important transition from a view of awakening that is internal and personal to one that is shared and interpersonal. Our daily meditation practice will focus on the technique of Metta, or loving-kindness meditation, to begin to build a bridge.

Together, we will explore the powerful teachings of Karma and The Twelve Nidanas, the six realms of confused existence and much more! 

BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY

with DAVID NICHTERN & GUEST TEACHERS

APRIL 16th – JUNE 11th, 2026

In this new eight-week online series, senior teacher David Nichtern and special guest teachers offer an in-depth training on the Buddhist psychological framework of Abhidharma, exploring how the mind works and how to skillfully apply these insights to both meditation practice and teaching.

IN-PERSON RETREAT

TIME TO MEDITATE: A 5-DAY MEDITATION RETREAT

with DAVID NICHTERN & THE DHARMA MOON TEACHING TEAM

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29th – SUNDAY, MAY 3rd, 2026

In the rush of daily life, it’s easy for meditation practice to get squeezed into the margins — a few minutes here, a half hour there. But something profound happens when we step away from the constant pull of our schedules and devote ourselves fully to practice. Join us for Dharma Moon’s Third Annual Meditation Retreat, where we’ll explore practical tools and Buddhist teachings on the foundations of the mindfulness path itself. We’ll take a fresh look at these essential teachings, offering beginners a clear foundation and giving experienced meditators the chance to refresh and deepen their practice.

THE BODY OF MEDITATION: CULTIVATING EMBODIED WISDOM

with RENÉ FAY & SUSAN LAYDEN

JUNE 25th – AUGUST 13th, 2026

One of the biggest challenges in meditation is working with the physical body. This new Dharma Moon training explores the role of the body in both personal practice and teaching. You’ll learn how to recognize and respond to the physical experiences that arise—pain, tension, disconnection—and how to guide others through those moments with skill and care.

FREE ONLINE TALK

HOW TO MAKE A LIVING TEACHING MEDITATION

with SETH FREEDMAN

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11th, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm ET

Getting certified to teach meditation is one thing—but turning that into a steady, sustainable teaching path is another. Join us for free online session offering a clear, honest look at what it really takes to make a living teaching meditation—without compromising your values, burning out, or doing anything that feels inauthentic.

THE BUSINESS OF TEACHING MEDITATION

with SETH FREEDMAN

SEPTEMBER 10th – OCTOBER 29th, 2026

This eight-week course offers a complete framework for how to build a thriving career as a meditation teacher, including: finding the right clients, understanding what drives their decisions, developing and refining your offerings, building your credibility, increasing your visibility, effectively pitching your services, and much more.