A lovely pastoral setting to reflect, and meditate, the Peace Pagoda has lovely rock garden, and…read morethe temple is beautiful. The atmosphere around the compound, shrines, and ponds is one of complete serenity. Prayer ceremonies take place in the early morning, and the evening. It was great learning that there was this lovely Buddhist temple located in the area that we were traveling. Your GPS is your friend to find this wonderful serine location, it is difficult to find without...

What a beautiful place to visit for relaxation and meditation!…read more I have been searching it for a long time. This is the place that I call home of Buddhism

Great place to meditate and meet others who are interested in a contemplative lifestyle. Beautiful…read morespace right near Haymarket and across from Thorne's

This center has been around the Northampton/Amherst area since about 1977, I hear. If I had known…read morehow much they offer, I'd have explored it much earlierthan I did. Although I've just been exploring for a short time now, this is my take: Warm, empowering, and deeply penetrating approach to meditation, and its affect on society, one's individual life, and the arts. Free (!?!) meditation instruction is available, both beginning and ongoing, if requested. I attended an open house, which seems to be a monthly thing. I meet with a meditation instructor that I clicked with, about once a month, to talk about my practice experience. Their web site shows the diversity and accessibility of their program offerings. Well worth the effort to check it out.

Having had it suggested to take a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction class, finding this offered in…read moremy new home town of Northampton--I couldn't resist the trial first class. Though it was happening the night I learned of it. So very glad I did. The leader/teacher Jean Erlbaum gently led us through the 8-week class (on Tuesday nights) and the additional "retreat" on one Sunday, to instruct us on various skills we might use for our practice. Always professional, but also always kind and accepting, Jean was a wonderful teacher and so much so, my husband called to ask when she might offer the class next time.

The monastery was founded by Venerable Lama Norhla under the direction of Kalu Rinpoche and the…read moreKarmapa. I was one of his first students and an early trustee, when the building you see now was just a two space garage waiting to be developed. The buildings were developed mostly by Lama Norhla, his students and practitioners. This monastery was the first in the US, back in 1980 or so, to carry through the authentic three year retreat of Tibetan Buddhism by which a person can become a Lama. A number of Lamas now well known went through the first three year retreat here. You will find the authentic holders of Tibetan Buddhism here. You can not find a more complete monastery, anywhere. This is well worth all efforts to visit and to do a retreat. You will discover the roots of what is now called mindfulness, began here in this tradition. And there is as well so much more...... Mindfulness and Compassion.

Welcoming, Peaceful, a respite from the clanging of the world... love the little shrine room down…read moreby the river especially...

This was my first time in Wisdom of the Ages' new location. While it seemed like a smaller space,…read moreeverything seems to fit inside without feeling claustrophobic. I wish I'd taken more photos... they have a HUGE collection of gem/crystal beaded, stretchy bracelets. They have everything other mystical shops tend to carry, and offer psychic and mediumship services. I was looking for a Tibetan singing bowl & settled on the little one in the picture ($47).

Adorable store! Masks and hand sanitizer (at the door) required. Felt super safe and was able to…read moreenjoy my visit without worrying about the people around me. A great selection and everything is priced very well! Will definitely return soon.

If you are looking to build chi, work with the breath, and ultimately find peace centered in an…read moreopen heart and a balanced body, I highly recommend Lynn's classes. Her practice is deep and spirit-filled.

I very much enjoy Lynne's Yoga and Healing Arts Workshops. Having been a student of Lynne's for…read moreseveral years, I can, with confidence, give her a five star rating. The Yoga, Tai Chi, and Medical Qigong programs heal and relax both body and spirit. Some of the many benefits of these healing arts are stress reduction, increase range of motion and flexibility, enhanced breathing techniques, and improved balance. A fit for all ages!

The best Somatic yoga I have ever experienced. Love this place. We got connected to expose my…read moreniece to yoga as she was having some mental health issues. She is now doing regular practice here and it has really helped her. Every time I go up north, I will make time to take a class here. THANK YOU

An amazing safe space where women empower other women. Highly recommend. It feels like family.read more