Kadampa Meditation Center Long Island

Kadampa Meditation Center Long Island 282 New York Ave
Huntington New York, 11743
http://www.meditationonlongisland.org
631-549-1000

Kadampa Meditation Center Long Island offers meditation classes, study programs, events and retreats in Huntington NY. Everyone is welcome to attend you do not have to be a Buddhist to join. Kadampa Meditation Center Long Island is a member of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU). We are a Mahayana Buddhist tradition founded by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso that is derived from the Buddhist masters and scholars in the lineage of Atisha and Je Tsongkhapa.

06/24/2026

According to Buddha, all suffering is born from a misapprehension of how things exist.

Because we don’t understand the relationship between our world and our mind, we grasp at things and perpetuate a cycle of conflict and pain.

Through developing a special wisdom that understands the true nature of reality, we begin to undermine all the unhappiness in our minds and lives. As Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso said, “You must believe, the truth is UNBELIEVABLE!” What could be more exciting (or a greater gift to ourselves and others) than to meditate on Buddha’s profound Teachings that lead to personal freedom and the exalted state of enlightenment?!!!

06/22/2026

Within the heart of each and every one of us is a deep well of inner peace, that is natural to us and always there. Yet each day, our mind is clouded with disturbing thoughts and feelings and we find ourselves vulnerable to the shifting and changing conditions of daily life.

By connecting to our heart, we can learn to access this inner peace all the time. Buddha taught that the way to make this connection is training in meditation.

In this series, we will learn how to develop and sustain a meditation practice that will allow us to access the peace within our own mind, and remain connected with it throughout our daily life, no matter what conditions are arising.

06/20/2026

The present moment is where real happiness and peace of mind can be found.

When we’re present we see things more clearly, connect to our potential, and naturally connect more fully with others. The present is where our life is actually happening and where authentic growth and transformation begin.

But for many of us, it’s a place where we spend very little time! We’re more likely to be projecting into the future with worry and expectation, or caught up in the past in nostalgia or unhappy memories.

Buddha’s teachings on impermanence and the nature of the mind lead us into a direct engagement with the present moment. We learn to let go of distraction and projection and experience the true freedom of a calm and present mind.

Is it time to take your meditation practice to a new level? Buddha taught clear methods to deepen our concentration whic...
06/19/2026

Is it time to take your meditation practice to a new level? Buddha taught clear methods to deepen our concentration which will result in tranquil abiding.

Geshe Kelsang Gyatso says in The Oral Instructions of Mahamudra "...tranquil abiding is a concentration that possesses the special bliss of physical and mental suppleness that is attained in dependence upon completing nine levels of concentration, the nine mental abidings. Such tranquil abiding is a very peaceful, subtle mind.”

As we progress through these nine levels, our meditation object mixes more and more with our mind. The more our meditation objects mix with our mind, the more we are able to carry them with us throughout our day, completely transforming our everyday experience.

This month-long training will meet each Saturday in June with daily training at home between each class. Each class will consist of a short teaching, giving some pointers and tips on improving our concentration, preparatory prayers and a half hour of silent meditation time. At the end of each session we will have some time for Q and A.

By attending any or all of these four sessions, and maintaining a daily meditation practice on your own in between sessions, we will gain the familiarity and confidence needed to continue on our own. Over time we will be able to meditate for longer periods of time while holding our object with single-pointed focus, thus improving our concentration and making a deep imprint in our mind.

Everyone Welcome!Come and sit in our peaceful meditation space and enjoy your own silent meditation for 45 minutes. Sta...
06/18/2026

Everyone Welcome!

Come and sit in our peaceful meditation space and enjoy your own silent meditation for 45 minutes. Stay afterwards for tea and discussion with Buddhist Teacher Edgar Mills. (Both chairs and cushions are available)

Everyone can meditate! Meditation is as natural as breathing. Not being a perfectionist is the best place to start. Joi...
06/17/2026

Everyone can meditate! Meditation is as natural as breathing. Not being a perfectionist is the best place to start. Join us to learn how to enjoy meditation and how to use your thoughts in a way that improves your life.

06/15/2026

Within the hearts of each and every one of us is a deep well of inner peace, that is natural to us and always there. Yet each day, our mind is clouded with disturbing thoughts and feelings and we find ourselves vulnerable to the shifting and changing conditions of daily life.

By connecting to our heart, we can learn to access this inner peace all the time. Buddha taught that the way to make this connection is training in meditation.

In this series, we will learn how to develop and sustain a meditation practice that will allow us to access the peace within our own mind, and remain connected with it throughout our daily life, no matter what conditions are arising.

06/13/2026

The present moment is where real happiness and peace of mind can be found.

When we’re present we see things more clearly, connect to our potential, and naturally connect more fully with others. The present is where our life is actually happening and where authentic growth and transformation begin.

But for many of us, it’s a place where we spend very little time! We’re more likely to be projecting into the future with worry and expectation, or caught up in the past in nostalgia or unhappy memories.

Buddha’s teachings on impermanence and the nature of the mind lead us into a direct engagement with the present moment. We learn to let go of distraction and projection and experience the true freedom of a calm and present mind.

Deepen your meditation...This month-long training will meet each Saturday in June with daily training at home between ea...
06/12/2026

Deepen your meditation...This month-long training will meet each Saturday in June with daily training at home between each class. Each class will consist of a short teaching, giving some pointers and tips on improving our concentration, preparatory prayers and a half hour of silent meditation time. At the end of each session we will have some time for Q and A.

By attending these four sessions, and maintaining this practice daily on your own in between sessions, we will gain the familiarity needed to practice on our own going forward. Over time we will be able to meditate for longer periods of time while holding our object with single-pointed focus, improving our concentration and making a deep imprint in our mind.

Take a rest...from your phone and join us for this Saturday morning mini retreat.Experience the deep restorative power o...
06/11/2026

Take a rest...from your phone and join us for this Saturday morning mini retreat.
Experience the deep restorative power of silence by slowing down and quieting our minds. We’ll gradually settle into our hearts and tap into the clarity and peace that are natural to us. No experience necessary, everyone is welcome!

• 3 simple guided meditations
• Silent breaks for tea, contemplation, journaling or reading
• Opportunity for Q & A and discussion at the end

Address

282 New York Avenue
Huntington, NY
11743

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 1pm
Sunday 11am - 1pm

Telephone

+16315491000

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