Sitting Groups

In addition to the weekly and monthly drop-in groups offered by Spirit Rock, many of our teachers have regular sitting groups, both in-person and online. Our peer group program, Kalyana Mitta (spiritual friends), also continues, with many groups meeting online. On this page you’ll find listings for many of our teachers’ groups.

The groups listed here are independent of Spirit Rock, and we cannot guarantee that information is up-to-date. If a listing appears inaccurate, please contact the group itself so that they can update their information with us.

Kalyana Mitta Groups

Kalyana Mitta (spiritual friends) groups bring together members of the Dharma community to study and share practice experiences in a friendly, supportive environment. Groups are generally composed of six to twelve members to afford an intimacy not always available in larger sitting groups. The format usually involves 20-30 minutes of meditation, an opportunity to check in about one's personal Dharma practice, and a group discussion of an agreed-upon topic or discussion of a book the group is reading together.

Between-meeting practices support conscious action and awakening. Kalyana Mitta groups may be led by a pair of senior students, or run collectively by all members (peer groups). We welcome senior students to start new groups in their area, particularly serving new students who have recently completed a series of classes with Spirit Rock teachers and are eager to bring the practice more fully into their daily lives.

Since 2020, many Kalyana Mitta and Dharma groups are meeting virtually. Learn more and see some established Kalyana Mitta groups.

For more information email us at [email protected].