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Getting Started at Anattasati Magga Sangha

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Welcome. We are a Sangha, or Buddhist community, for laypeople – which means we are open to beginners as well as those who have been practicing for many years.

Currently we are not open to the public. If you have general questions you can email us at info@anattasatimagga.org. If you would like to make an appointment with a teacher please schedule a Dokusan. Click here to be taken to the Dokusan page.

If it’s your first time here, please consider the following ways to get involved and learn more.

#1 Attend an Orientation in Zoom

If you haven’t visited our Sangha before, the best way to familiarize yourself with our offerings is by attending an orientation through Zoom. Orientation covers our history, teacher’s lineage, how services are conducted, meditation techniques, and the practices we follow during services. Attendees will have the opportunity to practice during orientation.

Information to Review Before joining Orientation via Zoom.

  • What to expect
  • COVID-19 Policy
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Location Info
  • About Soto Zen

Orientations are held monthly through Zoom on the first Sunday. View our Calendar for the next orientation date. Please register at least 24 hours in advance. 

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#2 Attend a Sunday Meditation Service

Each Sunday of the month from 10 am to 12 pm with an option to join in-person or via Zoom, Anattasati Magga offers a different Buddhist service. Each service includes a 30-minute meditation, chants and recitations, and a Dharma class. 

Registration is not required for meditations or Sunday services, but if it is your first time joining the Sangha in-person, please arrive at 9:45am in the Buddha Hall. If you are going via Zoom please join at 9:55 am.

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*Due to Covid-19, meditations are currently being offered with an option to join in-person or via Zoom. Meditation is offered in Asheville, NC.  View our Calendar for an up-to-date meditation schedule.


#3 Attend a Retreat

*Currently there are no retreats scheduled in 2024 due to Covid-19. Anattasati Magga hosts silent retreats twice per year and offers practice days throughout the year. Each retreat includes:

  • Services throughout the day
  • Dharma classes
  • A Dharma theme
  • Silent work periods
  • Meal time ceremonies (Modified Oryoki)

Retreats are open to all interested ages 14 years and older. Prior attendance at a service or orientation is not necessary to attend a retreat. 

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#4 Get Spiritual Guidance

Anattasati Magga offers regular Dokusan, individual spiritual guidance to support community members in their spiritual practice. Those interested bring their questions about meditation, lay practice, Buddhist philosophy and concerns to the Teacher. 

The Teacher does not provide ways to ease everyday life; the Teacher points the way to liberation.

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#5 Stay Informed

Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we add new retreat dates, announce classes, other events and more.

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(828) 367-7718

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