Monday Night Dharma Talk and Meditation (Online and On-Land)
2025-11-24 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Dear beloved community, I hope you will join me on Nov 24 at 6:30 PT for my Spirit Rock ONLINE (and In-person) Monday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk.
The Spirit Rock Monday Night sitting group is an opportunity to come together as a community to hear contemporary teachings inspired by the Buddhist tradition and to cultivate the mindfulness and compassion that are the heart of Insight Meditation. This online event is a way to stay connected to one another and to support our practice.
“The teachings are about finding a path with heart, about undertaking a path that transforms and touches us in the center of our being.” – Jack Kornfield
REGISTER for the In-Person or Online. A recording of the event will be available for 90 days but you must register by 11:59pm PT on Nov 24.
With metta,
Jack

Ram Dass Legacy Retreat "Open Your Heart in Paradise"
2025-12-03 - 2025-12-08 | Napili Kai Beach Resort
Join me and Trudy along with the Love Serve Remember Foundation, and Krishna Das & Friends, as we celebrate our friend and teacher Ram Dass for the annual LSRF “Open Your Heart in Paradise” Maui Retreat at the Napili Kai Beach Resort.
Experience the enduring legacy of Ram Dass by participating in this ever-popular retreat, which welcomes long-time pilgrims, truth-seekers, and newcomers embarking on their spiritual journey.
Embark on a pilgrimage to Maui, a perfect opportunity to break away from daily routines and immerse yourself in an environment conducive to silence, reflection, meditation, healing, and celebration.
This retreat offers a chance to connect with a like-minded community of all ages from around the world, coming together in satsang/sangha to support each other’s personal and spiritual growth through shared practices and camaraderie.
The Napili Kai Beach Resort, nestled on a picturesque oceanfront property in West Maui, provides an ideal escape without sacrificing convenience. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets, nearby nature trails, and ocean activities like snorkeling with exotic reef fish and turtles.
Click Here: Info and Registration

A Joyful Holiday Gathering: Celebrate with InsightLA (In-person and Online)
2025-12-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Santa Monica Meditation Center, 1430 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90404, United States
Join Jack Kornfield, Trudy Goodman, and Christiane Wolf for a Heartwarming Holiday Celebration with InsightLA.
As the year draws to a close and the season of light unfolds, we invite you to pause, reflect, and connect in the spirit of joy and gratitude.
Insight LA is thrilled to host a special Holiday Meditation and Dharma Sharing led by our beloved teachers, Jack Kornfield, Trudy Goodman, and Christiane Wolf. Together, we’ll weave moments of stillness and shared wisdom, exploring the essence of the holidays through gentle meditation and open-hearted dharma dialogue. This sacred time will remind us of the profound gifts of presence, compassion, and inner peace amid the festivities. Following our practice, savor the simple delights of seasonal treats and warm beverages—a cozy toast to community, connection, and the beauty of this season.
This intimate gathering is open to all—whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or simply seeking a nurturing space to unwind. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today at insightla.org/events or reply to this email. May this holiday season bring you deep peace and boundless light. We can’t wait to share it with you.
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To register for the online version, please click here.

For the in-person event, please click, click here.

Wisdom and Wellbeing: Practicing Presence and Deep Connection | Blue Spirit Costa Rica
2026-01-24 - 2026-02-07 | Blue Spirit Costa Rica
I’m excited to announce that Trudy Goodman and I will be part of the incredible faculty at the 2026 Wisdom & Wellbeing Weeks at Blue Spirit in Costa Rica. This 7-day retreat offers a unique opportunity for deep personal growth, relaxation, and transformative learning, all set in one of the world’s most breathtaking locations.
I’ll be leading a workshop from Jan 31 – Feb 7 focusing on Practicing Presence and Deep Connection, where we’ll explore how to find your secret beauty and see through the eyes of the heart. Together we will use powerful practices combined with transformative stories inviting us to open to mystery, courage, tenderness, and love.
You’ll also have the chance to experience a diverse range of workshops led by other world-class teachers, plus enjoy the natural beauty of Costa Rica, daily yoga classes, delicious organic meals, and plenty of time to relax by the ocean. I highly recommend this transformative experience and would love for you to join me. Space is limited, so I encourage you to secure your spot soon.
For more details and to register, visit: Blue Spirit Wisdom & Wellbeing Weeks
Looking forward to an amazing week of growth, connection, and rejuvenation with you!

The Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program
2027-02-20 - 2029-02-19
A two-year professional training program for teaching mindfulness and compassion-based practices with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. The training begins Feb. 2027
We are excited to share our two-year online Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program with you. Our Teacher Certification Program has been in the making for over 30 years. And today, especially given the need for qualified mindfulness meditation teachers, training to teach is more compelling than ever. By joining this training, you will become part of a worldwide movement of people dedicated to bringing mindfulness meditation to local and global communities—people from all walks of life who are committed to mindful living and compassion, evolving consciousness, and personal and social transformation.
In this time of global challenges, the pandemic, climate crisis, and continuing racism and divisiveness, people are longing for wise ways to navigate, heal trauma, find resilience, and foster well-being. The teaching of mindfulness and compassion offers a powerful transformative medicine. The first three cohorts filled to capacity, so we encourage those interested not to miss this chance to enroll for the cohort beginning in 2027.
The program has both psychological and spiritual depth. It combines our powerful online curriculum with teachings led by guest faculty including Eckhart Tolle, Dan Siegel, George Mumford, Zenju Earthlyn Manuel, Kristin Neff, and many more. Our program will begin and end with live virtual events. These online events will include small breakout sessions, live Q&A sessions, and opportunities for one-to-one connections to virtually meet other students from around the world.
As you journey through the curriculum, you’ll meet regularly with fellow students and 24 times in your small mentoring group with one of our highly trained teachers, who will serve as your Mentor, to practice and refine your skills. Many graduates report that the mentoring groups were a highlight of the training, providing community, guidance, and support for the entire two years. We’ve also added a new cultural sensitivity and racial awareness training, offering a unique and powerful opportunity for students to apply their deepening mindfulness practice to promote community building across the social chasms of race, ethnicity, and other divides.
Upon completion of the program, you will be certified by both the Awareness Training Institute and the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley. Continuing Education credits will also be available.
This is an extraordinary learning experience. We will lovingly support and challenge you to do your own internal work to strengthen your practices of mindfulness and compassion, while honing your skills to bring this greater awareness to others. In this way, we invite you into a transformational journey to bring healing and connection to our suffering world.
The training begins Feb. 2027.
Learn more and sign up here
For questions, please email admissions-mmtcp@soundstrue.com
NOTE: Jack and Tara’s Power of Awareness online course is a prerequisite for the MMTCP.
