
Find balanced, effortless posture & release tension in meditation and in life.
A half day program
Learn to be upright, supported and relaxed in meditation and all the activities of your life. Access easy, balanced posture both light and grounded. Let go of habitual holding patterns and experience the present moment more directly. Recommended for both new and experienced meditators.
In-person: Sunday June 1st 2:00pm – 6:00pm
New York City Shambhala Center
151 W. 30th, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10001

Finding Bodily Ease in Meditation and in Life
A 5 Day Meditation Retreat
This retreat brings principles from the Alexander Technique, Focusing, and hands-on work to meditation practice for a unique and deeply transformative program.
Come experience how a direct connection with your body transforms meditation practice and your life!
June 20 – 26th, 2025 (Full 5 Day Retreat)
– Program dates: June 21 – 25
– Travel days: June 20 and June 26
Weekend option:
June 20 – 22nd, 2025 (Weekend Program)
– Travel day: June 20 – arrive between 3:00 and 6:00 pm
Dorje Demna Ling
Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia

Cultivating the Wisdom of the Body
Participants report profound benefit from this gentle but deep approach that accesses the wisdom of the body through Meditation, Alexander Technique with an emphasis on Focusing to be more present, free up blockages, and befriend ourselves.
In person: September 5 – 7th, 2025
Dorje Denma Ling
Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia
This workshop is highly experiential and includes periods of meditation, exploration of the felt sense through Focusing, and gentle hands-on bodywork.