It's really nice to enjoy a morning meditation with Kadam Morton…read more He is very knowledgeable and can really help you Cultivate a Buddha mind. Stick with it , it definitely works. They're also special workshops on the weekends . This is really one of the most special places in the city. It's great to catch an hour Meditation and then do all the other things that you wanna do on the island!

My experience at Kadampa Meditation Center was more than I'd hoped for. While I went for a…read moremeditation program, it was more than that. The extraordinary monk who presided was brilliant and kind. I will go there often.

Celebrating our sister Rose's bday with a sound bowl healing session (something she was into before…read moreshe passed). It was the perfect way to honor her, and it helped us get through the day in a special way. It was a group session (they offer private), and there must've been 15 people there on a Friday Noon. Nice experience. Nice people attended.

*ABUSE WARNING* Dangerous! Do not go here if you have suffered any serious trauma. I attended a…read more"guilt and shame" sound bath where the "instructor" was saying incredibly traumatic things to people seeking help. One woman said she felt "guilty about the father she chose for her children" and this horrible abusive instructor told her "your kids chose their parents this is their bad karma to work through". This is twisted faux spiritual victim blaming. To anyone who suffered childhood abuse to be only to blamed for their own abuse DO NOT GO HERE.

What's the frequency Kenneth? Actually, that was a 1994 song by REM…read more The Frequency I experienced was a Wellness space located on 27th Street that includes daily classes geared toward "emotional well-being, to expand consciousness and to reconnect to our shared humanity". One of the goals is to also reconnect with yourself. I was not aware of its existence until my friend sent me a link and suggested to check out a class with her. Classes run at $27, but they also have package deals. The theme of the class we took was about Love, including self love. What was fascinating about Frequency was that their classes are held in the most cozy dome. Once you enter the dome for class, it becomes your safe space. We got started with subtle breathing techniques as the facilitator prepared to play a recording that guided us throughout the exercise. The ceiling of the dome was unique as colorful geometric shapes continuously played making me feel hypnotic. The class lasted for an hour and it was a very small group, just 4 including the facilitator. There were mini exercises that had us partner up. I was with my friend and felt comfortable but if you're going alone, expect to open up with a stranger. Some of the words I'd use to describe the class would be: meditation, visualization, deep breathing and affirmations. The lecture was wonderful and I felt very relaxed once it was over with a sense of calmness and serenity. I think $27 for a one hour class might be a tad high but i really enjoyed the experience. But like other regimens such as yoga, the gym and meditation, it is encouraged to visit Frequency regularly to reap the benefits. Definitely recommend!!

Came into NY for a weekend & decided to try a breath work class for the first time...so glad I did!…read moreIt was amazing & I loved how intimate it was & the dome. Also they provide blankets& pillows !! Wish I lived closer to become a frequent visitor

This community works effortlessly to support and elevate any person who engages with the studio…read more With the studio being run almost entirely by volunteers its a special feeling to interact with people who are giving their knowledge and time out of love and nothing else. From experience, the teachers care personally about the spiritual journey of their students and continuously invite the students to understand their minds and hearts on a deeper level.

Whoever was running that cafe had zero sense of urgency and then I found a hair in my coffeeread more

Sage + Sound 's Flagship location is on 3rd bet. 83rd & 84th Street on the Upper Eastside of…read moreManhattan. After attending a Sage + Sound Sound Bath via a pop-up event last month (it was good seeing you Kathy!), it prompted me to book an actual class @ Sage + Sound at the above stated location. I was immediately interested in the Gong Sound Experience & booking the class online was pretty easy. Sage + Sound has Services, Classes, wellness products, etc. Services include Facials, Massages, Acupuncture, Nail Care via the Nail Salon by Sundays, etc. Classes include Meditation, Sound Experiences, Workshops, etc. Sage + Sounds sells body, hair, skin, products, etc. Once I arrived at Sage + Sound, I received warm greetings via the Receptionist. She explained the various sections - I walked into their cute café, saw the seating area, the nail salon, etc. I was informed that personal belongings are to be placed in the unlocked / unsecured closet area....the communal space where belongings are stored has shelves. Although I put my bag & sneakers in there, I opted to take my wallet & cell phone (turned off of course) into the class. Sage + Sound would benefit from investing in getting individual secured compartments (ex. Lockers - even if people need to bring their own lock, drawers, etc.) where patrons belongings are safely stored & locked away. This would prevent any potential theft of patrons belongings & let patrons feel good knowing their items are safe. The Gong Sound Experience w/ Samer Ghadry was a 1 hr. Class - It was amazing! Sage + Sound's Class / Floor set-up was so comfortable. Everyone laid on their own individual bedding / padding areas w/ a standard blanket & had an eye mask for use. Sage + Sound only had a couple of knitted weighted blankets - it would have been great if they had one for each individual that registered for the class. For a $55 Class, each person should have had an knitted weighted blanket to use if they chose to do so. Samer is an exceptional Instructor w/ such a calm & soothing voice that put me in a immediate relaxed state from the moment he began speaking. The gong sounds, the breathwork, the soothing chant sounds, etc. made for a fantastic experience. Nothing but peacefulness & tranquility. Please check out Samer's Instagram @samerghadry Samer also has a YouTube channel. Sage + Sound Website has information on their classes, workshops, products, services, etc. There are also Class Packages. sage-sound.com @sageandsoundnyc Sage + Sound Hours of Operation: Mon. - Thurs. - 9am - 7:30pm Fri. - 9am - 9pm Sat. & Sun. - 9am - 7pm

Get ready for a UES toity vibe. Unless you are in your Alo's or Lulu's, get ready to be treated not…read moreso nicely by the front desk. Prefer more peaceful, not so consumerist vibe.

Just what a Meditation Center should be... Friendly, open, relaxed and amicable. You can sense the…read morepositive energy and peaceful nature of the place. I was there for a retreat with an external Teacher, and found it a place that I would seek to frequent if I lived in NYC.

I'm a huge fan of many of the teachers and practices here and have had a deep meditation practice…read morefor many years personally. But I have to say that I haven't come nearly as often as I would because the prices for workshops are a bit too prohibitive for those of us who are engaged in "right livelihoods" (they do offer scaled pricing). It seems that their market is more for lawyers, bankers, therapists, and retirees who are trying to find themselves. I've gone to a few of the Brooklyn sangha meetings and it was definitely not a welcoming group. That said, some great classes are offered here. If you can sit through the obstructive street noise and surprising dinginess of the space, maybe you will appreciate its historical relevance. After all, so many people have meditated on those hard wood floors, for so many years, against that exposed brick wall, those huge open windows, and those enormous plants. Who cares if the bathroom is perpetually broken and you're paying half a month's rent for a series of classes?

Shambhala Meditation Center is really a magical place. I came here to try their Tuesday night open…read morehouse on the recommendation of a trusted confidante. I was so pleasantly surprised. Tues night consisted of a guided mediation for noobs (like me), a general quiet space mediation for pros and it ended with a moving lecture by an invited guest speaker. Tonight's lecturer was wonderful and her stories and topic were universal and relatable. My visit to the Shambhala Medication Center was powerful and moving. I want to cultivate and hone this new practice; perhaps make it a weekly thing. I'm also interested in their workshops and possibly even a weekend retreat. If you are new to meditation and looking for a warm, friendly environment to start, Shambhala is definitely it. It's a relaxing mental escape from the buzzing city below and a good starting point for self-exploration. I highly recommend it.

I visited this meditation center for their 30s and Under Gathering, which is typically on Monday…read morenights. My friend told me about the event. She hasn't been and wanted to attend with a friend. I read about it on their website. It sounded great! I personally am looking for a community of young adults who are friendly, open to newcomers, and share a dedication to meditation. So, I arrived a little bit after 7. There were a few people in the lounge area, drinking tea and chatting with others. Everyone seemed warm, friendly, happy. I took this time to walk around. I found the kitchen and bathroom, both of which were clean. The meditation was in their expansive meditation room. The event had a traditional meditation session. The facilitator was great during this part of the event. His voice was at a smooth low tone that encouraged him to meditate deeper. Unfortunately, not everyone was on the same meditative pace. Someone's phone rang twice during meditation. SMH. That was when things went down hill. After this session, the instructor led us to sit in a circle for a social meditation session. I've never done a social meditation session, and I was looking forward to it. But instantly the instructor's low self esteem surfaced as he stumbled on his words and hesitated with the activities. He asked questions and some individuals voiced their concerns, trials, and tribulations with their daily lives. It honestly seemed like a group therapy session and people only focused on the problems with urban life. SMH. So I zoned out and I tried to meditate. Then next thing I know I hear my name called. The instructor called me to say something. I had no idea what to say. I said something so I could leave the spotlight ASAP. Overall, the attendees seemed nice. But I would not return. I do not like being called on the spot like I was a third grader. I do not like the whole group therapy session going on.

I love TM - i have been practicing it since March 2022 and it is very relaxing…read more I do recommend the practice 100% and also this location in Midtown, the TM teachers in there are very supportive and helpful.

My decision to receive TM training at the Midtown Manhattan Center under the tutelage of Jonathan…read moreGoldstein, has totally transformed my enjoyment of life. I was born and raised in a very rural and tranquil area in north western Ireland, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the lush green hills of my home county of Donegal. It is very easy to find peace there. But in October 2016, I married a New Yorker and soon afterwards found myself in Jackson Heights, Queens - one of the busiest, most densely populated and diverse neighborhoods in the world. That change came as quite a shock. I found the long immigration process to be quite frustrating. During the winter months, I was missing Ireland, struggling to adapt to life in such a busy city, and knew that I needed some sort of change in my life. I was feeling a little stressed, was having trouble sleeping, and was generally experiencing decreased motivation and creativity. Getting good quality sleep was a continual problem. I found TM online, and enrolled for a free non-committal introductory talk in March 2017. I instantly decided to take the training, and it has turned out to be an excellent decision. I thoroughly enjoyed the week-long training program. I found the center to be very relaxing, and the quality of teaching on offer was first class. I could not possibly have asked for better training/mentoring. As for the TM itself, I felt immediate benefits, and now, three months later, having practiced TM twice daily ever since, I feel completely rejuvenated. I sleep as soon as I go to bed, and wake feeling refreshed, positive, very confident about the future, and despite the fast-paced nature of life in New York, I feel calm and assured. Perhaps the best thing I can say about TM is that it is effortless. Previously, when I was presented with a problem or a challenge, (just I suspect like many other people), I would think and think in the hopes of finding a solution. TM has taught me that I don't need to think harder to find solutions to life's problems. In fact, I should do the opposite. TM allows me to switch my thoughts off, and this innately triggers a sense of complete stillness, which brings so many benefits to my life. The realization that I can do this, and delve into the boundless possibilities and creative opportunities that come from TM is a complete revelation. I would thoroughly recommend TM training at the Midtown Manhattan Center.

Large space. Kind instructor. Good flows. Really enjoyed it and when in the area again will take…read moremore classes.

Beware - I booked a class here via Classpass knowing that it was a gamble because there were zero…read morereviews on Yelp, and I definitely lost that gamble. I showed up to the building at 4:15 for a 4:30 class, and no one answered the buzzer to let me in to the locked building. I tried calling and no one answered either. I was let into the building by someone going to a different business in the building and when I showed up to the third floor where One Yoga is located, the door was locked and they were very much closed. There was another man trying to attend the class and neither of us could get in. Luckily I was able to get a refund of my Classpass credits, but it was a waste of time and energy to get there and I will not be booking with One Yoga again.

I took the meditation class with Kelli over a year ago. I would recommend her class to anyone…read morelooking to learn an easy and effortless meditation practice to incorporate into their everyday life. My experience in taking her class was nothing short of amazing! Kelli is so understanding and I can honestly say the style of meditation she teaches has changed my life for the better! The studio is located on the Upper West Side and it's such a beautiful space with a great energy! Kelli always hosts group meditations where all her students are invited to join in. Also if you feel you didn't quite grasp the concept the first time around, feel free to sit in again on one of her courses at no additional cost. She also hosts an intro talk on her course where you can learn more about Vedic Meditation without any pressure to take her class, but of course you are going to want to take it anyway! You will not be disappointed learning to meditate with Kelli at The Meditation Class, I didn't!!!

I took Kelli's Meditation Class in mid-March. It's early to see any real results yet but I can say…read morethat I'm enjoying the process and can feel a difference in my stress level. I'm not a morning person but am happily waking up early every single day to meditate, and am filled with energy afterwards. I am really looking forward to continuing on this path and to joining group meditations at Kelli's convenient, calm, lovely studio. She's a great teacher and her follow-up emails are helpful and instructive. So glad I did this.