Class Series
Spirit Rock offers weekly and monthly online class series to integrate practice and study into the flow of your life. Series can be a beautiful way to connect with others in the Spirit Rock community, building saṅgha as you study and practice together.
Classes address a wide range of topics, from the study of Buddhist texts to applications of the Dharma to social action, psychology, and professional development. Many series offer Continuing Education Credits. Series are an accessible way to deepen your understanding of the Buddha’s teachings, prepare you for the immersive experience of a Retreat or Dharma Training Program, or help to sustain the momentum of practice between retreats.
Upcoming Class Series
Class Series | Online
May 8 - May 22, 2025 | 3 Thursdays | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Honoring Our Teachers: Sylvia Boorstein and Sharon Salzberg in Conversation
Join teachers and life-long spiritual friends Sylvia Boorstein and Sharon Salzberg for a discussion series exploring the past and present of Dharma teaching in the West. Sylvia and Sharon will share treasured stories and moments from their Dharma paths, honoring the teachers and teachings that have touched their hearts and shaped their practice. Come celebrate the diverse teachings and techniques that have informed our Insight Meditation lineage, and the teachers and spiritual friends with whom we travel on the path to liberation.
Class Series | Online
July 11 - August 8, 2025 | Friday - Friday | 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Wisdom and Wonder: A Journey Through Buddhist Jātaka Tales
Embark on a five-week exploration of Buddhist Jataka tales, discovering ancient wisdom through stories of the Buddha’s past lives. Each week, delve into captivating tales of compassion, courage, and sacrifice, uncovering moral lessons that still resonate today. Join this class series to experience the transformative power of these timeless stories and enrich your own journey with their profound teachings. We will explore different tales than previous iterations of this class series.
Dawn Mauricio
Class Series | Online
July 31 - August 28, 2025 | 5 Thursdays | 4:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Everyday Life as Mindfulness Practice
Join us for a foundational series on the common-sense teachings of mindful awareness. With a focus on interactive discussion, meditation, and community building, Sylvia (via video recording) and Heidi (live via Zoom) will share practical, accessible, timeless teachings that support the integration of mindfulness, non-harming, and kindness into the complexities of our everyday lives. Connect and be nurtured by the support of saṅgha, shared stories, and meaningful moments as we bring our practice more fully into everyday life.
Learn to your heart's content
Stream our curated collection of guided meditations and Dharma talks, read articles by our diverse teachers, take self-paced courses, and more.
