Welcome!

Established in 1998, Insight Meditation Center of Pioneer Valley is a Buddhist center in the Insight Meditation tradition serving western Massachusetts. Our mission is to share the Buddha's teachings with those who are interested. Insight PV is a non-residential center offering sittings, classes & retreats and special events to help sustain and deepen meditation practice and bring wisdom and compassion into daily life. Click About Us to learn more.

Welcoming Statement

We are firmly committed to welcoming diversity of cultural or religious background, race, socio-economic class, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, education, or physical ability within our midst, so that all might feel included and comfortable in practicing here. In addition, we ask that participants not wear fragrances or scented body care products here, so that our members who have chemical allergies are able to attend.

Upcoming Event at Insight PV

Half-Day Introduction to Meditation
with Peggy Gillespie and Manny Mansbach
Saturday, February 25, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Suggested contribution: $10 - 15
plus Teacher Dana

“Live in joy, in peace, even among the troubled.” -- The Buddha

This half-day class will be a gentle and welcoming introduction to Insight Meditation for beginners or those who would like a refresher. We will combine talks, short periods of meditation, walking,  movement, and small group exercises, and provide assistance with the basics of posture, how to meditate, not getting trapped in expecting perfection, and practicing meditation in daily life. Just bring your curiosity, along with a combination of energy and receptivity, and discover the simple and powerful benefits of meditation.