Unless otherwise noted, all classes meet on Wednesday evenings from 7:45pm – 9:00pm, with an optional meditation from 7:00pm – 7:30pm. Except for the Meditation Workshop all classes are online and use Zoom for the meetings.
Use the registration link in the class description to register and pay for classes. If you have questions about a specific class, contact info@rimecenter.org.
These classes are available to EVERYONE. We have “Suggested Fees,” however pay whatever you can afford for the class. Everyone is welcome! It is our hope that some will pay more to cover those who can’t afford the usual fee. We simply want everyone to have access to these wonderful classes.
Core Classes
Basics of Buddhism
Rime Buddhist Center 2939 Wayne Ave, Kansas City, MO, United StatesHave you always wanted to understand Buddhism? Buddhism is a 2,500 year old tradition that teaches us how to end pain and suffering in ourselves and others. This 8 week course will cover the life of the Buddha, basic Buddhist … Continue reading
Date Change: Preparing for the Refuge Vows
Rime Buddhist Center 2939 Wayne Ave, Kansas City, MO, United StatesThis class is for anyone who is contemplating on taking the refuge vows. Taking the refuge vows is generally considered to be the doorway to the learning and incorporating the Buddhist tenets into one’s life. The aim of this class … Continue reading
Four Foundations of Mindfulness
Rime Buddhist Center 2939 Wayne Ave, Kansas City, MO, United StatesFor the followers of the Buddha and his teachings, there is a need for great emphasis on the practice of meditation. One must see the straight forward logic that mind is the cause of confusion and that by transcending confusion … Continue reading
RESCHEDULED: The Four Immeasurables
Rime Buddhist Center 2939 Wayne Ave, Kansas City, MO, United StatesThis class is a combination of study and application of lovingkindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and equanimity. The four immeasurables are a traditional set of practices that open the heart, counter the distortions in our relationships to ourselves, and deepen our … Continue reading
RESCHEDULED: Introduction to the Path of the Mahayana
Rime Buddhist Center 2939 Wayne Ave, Kansas City, MO, United StatesThe Mahayana is a major school of Buddhism that emphasizes the bodhisattva path of compassion and wisdom. If you are interested in learning more about the Mahayana path, we will be studying “Letter to a Friend” by Nāgārjuna. Nāgārjuna's advice … Continue reading
108 Day Bodhisattva Challenge
Rime Buddhist Center 2939 Wayne Ave, Kansas City, MO, United StatesThis challenge will be practice intensive for those who want to apply their understanding of Bodhicitta with daily practice. We welcome new students who are looking to learn about the Bodhisattva Mind Training and how to apply it to their … Continue reading
Free Meditation Workshop
Plaza Library 4801 Main Street, Kansas City, MO, United StatesMeditation has been proven to: lower blood pressure, relieve stress, and help you cope with anxiety. It has also been shown to be very effective with chronic pain, insomnia, and panic disorder. The wonderful thing about meditation is that it … Continue reading
Basics of Buddhism
Rime Buddhist Center 2939 Wayne Ave, Kansas City, MO, United StatesHave you always wanted to understand Buddhism? Buddhism is a 2,500 year old tradition that teaches us how to end pain and suffering in ourselves and others. This 8 week course will cover the life of the Buddha, basic Buddhist … Continue reading
The Four Immeasurables
Rime Buddhist Center 2939 Wayne Ave, Kansas City, MO, United StatesJoin us for a transformative experience as we explore the teachings of loving-kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity. This class will provide you with the opportunity to deepen your understanding of these Four Immeasurables and cultivate a more compassionate heart. Don't … Continue reading
Introduction to the Path of the Mahayana
Rime Buddhist Center 2939 Wayne Ave, Kansas City, MO, United StatesCome join us at the Rime Buddhist Center for an enlightening event where we will delve into the teachings of Mahayana Buddhism. Using Nāgārjuna's classic text Letter to a Friend, this class will provide you with a foundational understanding of … Continue reading