Karme-Choling Buddhist Meditation Center

I attended Levels I-​III here in the spring and went back for the summer volunteer program. Spending time at Karme Choling has genuinely been one for the most enriching experiences of my life. The retreats here are uplifting and powerful, the staff is kind and dedicated, and the teachings I was exposed to were life-​changing.
I would recommend the levels to anyone wanting to learn how to be at peace with their mind and live more harmoniously every day. I was intentionally skeptical going into the retreat, but you don’t have to be Buddhist or accept any opinions that you don’t agree with– I was amazed by how open-​minded the teachers are.
Also, most of the people attending the beginner program were new to meditation, so that wasn’t intimidating at all either. They also have space available for private retreats with your own cabin away from others, and more advanced classes/​programs. The summer family camp was a blast to participate in– coming from a city environment, I’ve never seen such a great group of happy and well-​adjusted kids! (haha)

Strange educational structure now that wasn’t prior when it was a hippy hideaway. The retreats are good for all levels of experience and the setting is wonderful for solo or group experience. I highly suggest exploring for a short period of time prior to longer experience so you know what you’re getting into here. Not all sitting on a cushion is restful, most of the time it’s a lot of work anyway!