Finding Stillness
in the City
A community for New Yorkers to pause, breathe and reconnect with mindful living as we return to our authentic selves.
In a city that never rests, peace can feel far away. Dharma Drum Meditation Center is a place for quiet reflection and self-discovery, supported by a caring community.
Learn to cultivate compassion for yourself and others as stress softens, relationships deepen, and mindfulness becomes the heart of daily life. Come to simply breathe in a space of calm, begin a spiritual journey, or move forward on your path—all are welcome.
Chan reminds us that peace is not created.
It's uncovered, moment by moment.
Through small acts of practice, we come back to it together.
How we practice
Sitting Meditation
Meditation through Motion
Teaching of the Wisdom
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Meet Our Community
DDMC (Dharma Drum Meditation Center) is the urban branch of our retreat center in upstate New York. Guided by monastics and volunteers alike, we genuinely care about helping you find calm in daily life. We gather to quiet the mind, support one another, and make stillness a shared experience.
When you show up, whether to sit, to help, or simply to be, you'll always have a place to breathe. Our space is open to share the Dharma, a cup of tea, and heartfelt conversation. It's not only meaningful, it's also a lot of fun.
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