The Zen Art Center

Beginner Bollywood Dance Class – No Experience Needed

Join us for a relaxed and beginner-friendly Bollywood dance session.
No prior dance experience is required.

Reserve Your Spot
To attend the class:

• RSVP for the event
• Send payment ($20/person) via Venmo to @Ashita-Dadlani

Your spot is confirmed once payment is received. Space is limited.

In this class we will:
• Learn a few simple Bollywood dance steps
• Practice them slowly and combine them into a short routine
• Enjoy the music and movement in a supportive, no-pressure environment

Some weeks we may revisit parts of a song so everyone has time to get comfortable with the steps.

This class is perfect for:
• Complete beginners
• Anyone curious about Bollywood dance
• People looking for a light and joyful weekend activity

What to bring
• Comfortable clothes you can move in
• Water
The class will be barefoot.

About the instructor:
This event will be hosted by Mind Light Way School of Zen Community Ambassador Ashita Dadlani. For more details you can contact her directly via email:
contact.empowerandflow@gmail.com

What happens when you channel your writing from a clear mind?

In this small, in-person workshop, Zen Master Sebastian Rizzon guides you through meditation and writing techniques he developed through his own practice to help you write from a clear, focused mind.
In this immersive two-hour workshop, you’ll be guided through meditation and structured writing exercises designed to help you:

• Break through creative blocks and overthinking
• Write with clarity and focus
• Access deeper, more authentic expression

Through a sequence of meditation and writing practices, you will:

• Clear the mind using sound and breath meditation
• Write directly from present-moment awareness
• Explore sensory-based and descriptive writing
• Engage with koan questions that open new perspectives
• Experiment with dialogue, dream, and creative writing
• Participate in a collaborative group writing exercise with others

You’ll leave with:

• Several original pieces of writing created during the workshop
• A repeatable method for accessing clarity and creativity
• A deeper understanding of how meditation supports expression

This workshop is for:

• Anyone who feels stuck, blocked, or unsure how to express themselves
• Writers looking for a deeper, more experiential approach
• People interested in meditation, creativity, or self-discovery

No prior writing or meditation experience is needed.

What to Bring: Please bring a notebook and pen.

Limited to a small group to maintain a focused, personal experience.

Registration:
$45
$10 OFF IF YOU REGISTER BY MARCH 22ND
USE PROMO CODE: EARLYBIRD

Finding Our Center in the Wild Energies
Hosted by Shaman & Zen Teacher Nadia Mounsif

In a world full of darkness, where the energies are so wild and untamed, we gather to find our center. Through the ancient wisdom of Shamanism and the stillness of Zen, we will connect to the unifying field that binds us all—practicing loving-kindness and devotion to the Earth and the entire cosmos.

🌸 April 1: The Pink Moon – Awakening Devotion

• The Theme: Reconnecting with the blossoming Earth and the divine feminine.
• The Focus: Planting seeds of compassion and harnessing the first full moon of spring to awaken our spiritual hearts.
• Includes: Sacred ritual, collective chanting, and an individual 1-card reading.

💎 May 31: The Blue Moon – The Thinning Veil

• The Theme: Navigating the rare "Double Moon" portal.
• The Focus: In Shamanism, a Blue Moon signifies a thinning of the veil between the physical and spiritual realms. We will harness this heightened sensitivity to touch the vastness of the cosmos and connect with the unseen.
• Special Element: Includes Deep Zen Meditation, chanting, and an individual 1-card reading.

🏹 Oct 26: The Hunter’s Moon – The Sacred Threshold

• The Theme: Death, rebirth, and the art of letting go.
• The Focus: Following the natural rhythm of the falling leaves, we honor the necessity of ending. We will practice the shamanic rites of releasing what no longer serves us, making space for the rebirth that follows every winter.
• Includes: Death rites ritual, rebirth prayers, and an individual 1-card reading.

❄️ Dec 23: The Cold Moon – The Great Stillness

• The Theme: Internal spiritual power and the light within the dark.
• The Focus: Occurring just after the Winter Solstice, we harness the peak of winter's silence to anchor our inner light and devotion to the cosmos.
• Includes: Solstice stillness practice, ritual participation, and an individual 1-card reading.

How to Participate

In-Person Attendance:
Join the circle for spiritual chanting, ritual participation, loving-kindness practice, and community connection.

Karmic exchange:

How do you meditate? What are some different types of meditation? How can you apply meditation to various parts of your life? Whether you're curious about these questions or simply wish to be part of a meditation community cultivating mindfulness, this class provides a welcoming environment for everyone.

Led by Zen Master Sebastian Rizzon, the session begins with an introduction to meditation, covering some reasons to meditate and exploring various forms of meditation. In this class, we'll learn how to incorporate breathing, gratitude, forgiveness, affirmations, art, exercise, and daily activities into our meditation practice.

Following the meditation session, Zen Master Sebastian Rizzon will take questions from the audience. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions to deepen their understanding of meditation, Zen, life, or even the mind itself!

All are welcome to attend, regardless of prior experience or background. While the class is free of charge, donations are greatly appreciated to support the Zen Art Center's mission to cultivate inner peace and harmony in the world. Your generosity enables us to expand our schedule of offerings and continue serving our community.

Studio 5R is on the 1st floor, call 781-530-0753 if the front door is locked.