Welcome to Kadampa Meditation Center New York
You can drop in for a relaxing meditation class, stroll the 82 acres of natural woodlands, enjoy a Saturday workshop, or give yourself a whole weekend to find inner peace at Kadampa Meditation Center New York.
Located just two hours outside of New York City in the Sullivan Catskills, our year-round program of courses and retreats caters to people at all levels, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
As the US National Temple, we are part of a worldwide network of Kadampa Buddhist centers in more than 40 countries. Founded by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, KMC New York and its community show by example how world peace is possible.
Whether coming for a day trip, an introduction to
Buddhist meditation, or in-depth courses and
retreats, KMC New York offers an enjoyable
experience to all who visit.
Modern Kadampa Buddhism
Designed to meld with the busy, hectic pace of our lives, Modern Buddhism is a transformative meditation program rooted in the thousand-year-old lineage of Kadampa Buddhism. It is presented for each and every person in order to help them begin, make progress on, and ultimately complete their own spiritual path.
Our Founder
Founder of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union. Through his kindness and guidance, Venerable Geshe-la has trained hundreds of qualified teachers who are teaching in centers all around the world.
Modern Kadampa Teachers
The New Kadampa tradition has pioneered a presentation of the ancient wisdom of meditation and Buddhism so that it can be incorporated into modern life.
International Temples Project
Our international Buddhist community has made a profound impact through hundreds of meditation centers in cities and towns worldwide.
Practical Teachings
Venerable Geshe-la shows how Buddha’s teachings can be used by anyone, Buddhist or not, to solve their daily problems, improve their personal relationships and eventually attain a deep and lasting happiness and peace. Geshe-la has devoted his life to creating all the necessary conditions to support the study and practice of Buddhism in modern society, writing twenty-two highly acclaimed books, establishing over 1,200 meditation centers and groups throughout the world, developing modern study programs, training qualified meditation teachers; and establishing local, national and international courses, events and festivals. Through these immeasurably kind actions Geshe-la has laid the foundation for everyone in this troubled world to discover lasting inner peace and happiness.
International Temples Project
The International Temples Project was founded by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, with the aim to introduce the Buddhist faith and practice of the New Kadampa Tradition publicly, and to exemplify contemporary Buddhist practice through service to the public. It presently achieves this through building traditional and non-traditional temples, meditation and retreat centres, and through the activities of world peace cafés and Tharpa Publications.
‘Just looking at a Temple with a happy mind places good imprints on our mind and brings inner peace. Through the power of this special object, problems such as anger and attachment are reduced.’ Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Support for the project
The ITP is funded by donations and by profits from:
- Dharma centers
- Kadampa Meditation Centers
- Dharma Celebrations
- National Festivals
- International Festivals
- Tharpa Publications
Each year there is an International Temples Day on which Kadampa centers worldwide celebrate the International Temples Project.
About KMC NY
Make a Donation to KMC New York
Make a Donation to KMC New YorkMake a Donation to KMC New YorkKadampa Meditation Center New York is a powerful source of peace. Housing the US World Peace Temple, KMC New York is part of the International Temples Project (ITP). All profits generated at KMC New York go...
The New Kadampa Tradition
The New Kadampa Tradition The New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU) is an international association of Mahayana Buddhist study and meditation centers founded by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso in 1991 to offer the practical wisdom of...
The Center
Welcome to Kadampa Meditation Center New York You can drop in for a relaxing meditation class, stroll the 82 acres of natural woodlands, enjoy a Saturday workshop, or give yourself a whole weekend to find inner peace at Kadampa Meditation Center New York. Located just...
World Peace Temple
World Peace TempleA Peaceful PlaceKadampa Meditation Center New York is an internationally renowned center for meditation, where everyone is welcome to enjoy a peaceful environment or join in the many programs offered throughout the year. Whether you are looking for a...
Our Teachers
Our TeachersResident Teacher, Gen Samten Kelsang Gen Samten Kelsang is the Resident Teacher at KMC New York. He is dedicated to helping everyone find peace of mind through the experience of meditation and through developing the capacity of their minds. As one of...
Our Founder
Our FounderFounder & Spiritual Guide of the New Kadampa Tradition The Founder and Spiritual Guide of KMC New York is Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, a contemporary Buddhist meditation master and world-renowned teacher and author. Venerable Geshe-la’s...
World Peace Cafe
World Peace CafeWorld Peace Cafe Open HoursFriday, Saturday & Monday: 10am-4pmSunday: 10-10:45am; 12:30-3:45pmHours may change due to events. Please verify on our Calendar before planning your visit. Indoor & outdoor seating is available at this time. The...
Bookstore & Gift Shop
Tharpa Bookstore & Gift ShopSHOP HOURS Friday & Saturday: 1:30-4pmSunday: 12:30-2:45pmMonday: 1:30-3:45pm Hours subject to change. Please check online calendar to confirm open hours on specific days.The Temple's Bookstore & Gift Shop is open to all...
Membership
KMC New York MembershipThree Types of Membership $30 Per Month 3 month minimum Benefits includeFree entry to all General Program (GP) classes offered by KMC NY and its branches. 50% off Half-Day Courses & Day Courses$60 Per Month 3 month minimum Benefits include...
Contact Us
Phone
(845) 856-9000
9am-5pm Monday - Friday
Location
47 Sweeney Rd
Glen Spey, NY 12737