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.
Skillful Means in Daily Life – Online
OnlineWe will learn to use skillful means in our daily life with energy and enthusiasm. Each week, there will be an exercise from the book to practice throughout the week. Weekly topics will come from Chapters we have not yet … Continue reading
The Four Immeasurables – Online
OnlineThe Four Immeasurables—the cultivation of loving-kindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and equanimity – is a rich suite of practices that open the heart, counter the distortions in our relationships to ourselves, and deepen our relationships to others. This class presents a … Continue reading
Buddhist Art – Online
OnlineIn this online pop-up course Lama Matt will explore the art and common symbolism of some of the most important images formally known as “Thangkas” and Mandalas in Buddhism. Explore the bold colors, strange creatures, and exquisitely beautiful images. The … Continue reading
108 Day Bodhisattva Challenge
OnlineThis challenge will be practice intensive for those who want to apply their understanding of Bodhichitta 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
Āyur-What?: An Intro to Ayurveda to Support Your Health and Spiritual Awakening
OnlineFrom Oprah to Deepak Chopra, it seems like EVERYONE is talking about Ayurveda, but most people don’t know what it really is or how to use it effectively. Join Āyurvedic Practitioner and Siddha Labs CEO Amaya Shiva for this illuminating … Continue reading
Rime Membership Class – Online
OnlineInterested in becoming an official member of the Rime Center? Beginning Thursday March 10 join us at 6 pm for two one hour sessions covering the following topics: 1. Introductions, and overview of Tibetan Buddhism; 2. What does it mean … Continue reading
Preparing for the Refuge Vows
OnlineThis online 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 … Continue reading
Free Meditation Workshop
St. Marks Hope and Peace Lutheran Church 3800 Troost Ave, 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
Boundless Heart Class – Online
OnlineCompassion, kindness, equanimity, and joy are not only the fruits of the awakened life but also the path to it—attitudes of mind that can be cultivated through intention and dedication. Also known as the brahma viharas (sublime abodes) and the … Continue reading
Basics of Buddhism – Online
OnlineHave 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