Introduction to Buddhism (BUD 103)

Are you curious about Buddhism and a path of mindfulness?

Wednesdays, September 2- 23, 2026

7:00–8:30 pm Eastern

Hybrid: onsite at Balance Arts Center + on Zoom

Balance Arts Center: 151 W 30th St 2nd floor – New York

“We’re cultivating our intelligence as opposed to expanding or upgrading its contents. It’s like brightening a room by putting a higher-watt light bulb in a lamp. Suddenly we can see everything in the room much more clearly.”

— Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche

Please join on Wednesday evenings for Introduction to Buddhism, a cycle of teachings based on the fundamental discoveries of the Buddha. We’ll learn about the Buddhist view and practice meditation that supports the cultivation of compassion, insight, and understanding.

What is mind?
How do we understand reality?
How can we reduce the suffering of ourselves and other beings?

The teachings are based on the original teachings of the Buddha and lay the foundation for understanding major Buddhist philosophical traditions. Each of the four courses has four classes and follows a study curriculum developed by Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche.

BUDDHISM 103: KARMA, REBIRTH AND SELFLESSNESS

The Four Seals of the Buddha’s Teaching – Part 1 – September 2
The Four Seals of the Buddha’s Teaching – Part 2 – September 9
The Four Reminders – September 16
Connecting with the Buddha’s Heart – September 23

Register below for Buddhism 103

BUDDHISM 104: THE FOUR FOUNDATIONS OF MINDFULNESS

Mindfulness of Body – September 30
Mindfulness of Feelings – October 7
Mindfulness of Mind – October 14
Mindfulness of Phenomena – October 21

Register HERE for Buddhism 104

Format

These classes will be hybrid: onsite at Balance Arts Center and on Zoom.

The course is free but we ask that you register. Donations are gladly accepted.

Printed study curriculums by Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche are available for purchase at the Nalanda Store. We recommend that the class readings be done prior to each class.