Seattle Insight Meditation Society is a welcoming community devoted to offering the Buddha's teachings on wisdom and compassion to all those who seek them. SIMS encourages an ongoing investigation of our lives for the liberation of all beings and the stewardship of the planet.

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Introductory Meditation Class With Rodney Starts March 29

Beginning Monday, March 29, SIMS guiding teacher Rodney Smith leads an introductory meditation class at Nalanda West from 7 to 9 pm. The six-week class includes a daylong retreat at Bastyr on May 8. learn more

Join Rodney and Heather Martin for June Retreat at Cloud Mountain

The way of meditation is the way of the heart. This 7-day residential retreat June 11-18 at Cloud Mountain retreat center focuses on the path of the heart and develops our capacity for patience, acceptance, and compassion. learn more

Cultivating Mindfulness of the Body - a Seven-week Class

Beginning Thursday, April 15, SIMS Local Dharma Leader Chris Prenovitz will lead a seven-week class: Cultivating Mindfulness of the Body through Movement and Stillness . learn more

Day of Mindfulness - Lovingkindness Meditation with Jude Rozhon

Join SIMS guest teacher Jude Rozhon in a day of mindfulness, with an emphasis on Lovingkindness Meditation - Saturday, April 3, 10:30 am - 5 pm at Bastyr University. learn more