The Original Steppers of Boston Inc 2006 We are the first and founding chapter that practices and teaches the dance known as "Chicago Style" Steppin'. We are committed to promoting the culture and grace of "Steppin" in the Boston community and New England. More than ever we strive to continue to bring you the best we have to offer through certified instruction, events and Steppers Sets. Come and learn the basic moves, turns, techniques, and the basic concepts of the dance, and much more! O …

Check out our website and blog here: www.urbanhomesteadersleague.org The Urban Homesteaders’ League is a community venture dedicated to inspiring and empowering individuals and communities to shift from a lifestyle of passive consumption to one of active participation, creation, and connection. We are committed to re-imagining the good life as one that is meaningful, pleasurable, environmentally sustainable, and socially just. We place the home at the center of that pursuit and see it as a s …

Cambridge Zen Center is one of the largest Buddhist residential Zen Training centers in the country. CZC was founded in 1973 by early students of Zen Master Seung Sahn, the first Korean Zen master to teach in the West. We offer daily morning and evening meditation and chanting, and weekly public talks and instruction free of charge. Retreats and accommodations are offered for a reasonable price. Zen meditation is a powerful way to clear our mind of habitual thinking. It helps us to balance …

SSG Boston is a martial arts group practicing an integrated system of longsword, grappling and dagger from medieval fighting manuals.  At this writing, we have classes in Watertown, Arlington, and Cambridge. Our students are a mix of experienced martial artists who enjoy the cross-training and interested brand new folks. Our beginner class works equally well for each, working on a combination of an established longsword curriculum and developing work on abrazzare (grappling) and daga (dagger/kni …

SERLINGPA MEDITATION CENTER- Cambridge- offers a variety of classes, retreats, and Pujas (chanted prayers), which are open to everyone in the community. Whether you simply want to learn how to calm your mind and discover your own inner peace, or are looking to begin an in-depth Buddhist study program, Serlingpa offers many practical options for people of all backgrounds. We offer ongoing meditation classes in New Bedford; Jamaica Plain; Cambridge; Cape Cod; Fall River; Providence, RI; Portland …

We study and train in authentic Israeli Krav Maga, direct from the source in Israel. We don't teach an American/US version or interpretation of "Krav Maga" but the authentic, genuine, real deal system that is taught to the IDF (Israeli Defense Forces) in Israel - both to the general infantry, special forces and law enforcement agencies. We train in a 16 000 Sq Ft, studio and gym (the largest dedicated Krav Maga training facility on the East Coast of the U.S.) in Charlestown, with FREE Parking fo …

This is a newly formed teaching chapter of the Science of Mind Principles founded by Dr. Ernest Holmes. Mission Statement: The Center for Spiritual Living Boston Teaching Chapter  is a gathering place where heightened consciousness, expanded knowledge, and personal enlightment are revealed through guiding, inspiring, and teaching the Principles and Practices of the Science of Mind philosophy. Vision Statement: The Center for Spiritual Living Boston Teaching Chapter  is a warm, safe, diverse, …

May you be happy and warm  :) Since 1989, Boston Old Path Sangha has been practicing meditation and mindfulness in the tradition of Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. We have regular meetings several times a week at different locations. These are our regular "sittings"-- meetings in which we practice sitting and walking meditation, read a short passage on the dharma (Buddhist teachings), and share our insights into the teachings and trying to bring mindfulness practice into daily life. You c …

Let your voice be heard! Voices of Harmony is a group that creates cross-cultural understanding and shares the wonderful sounds of music from cultures around the world. We invite all members of the community to join us in song and conversation! Who's invited? We welcome anyone interested in joining a choir committed to building a better community through music and dialogue.  All genders, all ethnicities and backgrounds, and all levels of singing experience welcome and encouraged! What do we do t …

Greetings: PURPOSE: This group is for those of you who are moved by and wish to relate to others who are passionate about the teachings of J.Krishnamurti. INTRODUCTION:Just to share briefly about myself, I am quite passionate and have been very moved by the teachings of the philsopher/sage Jiddu Krishnamurti for the past 3-4 years when I came across his posthumous page online and watched a captivating video clip of his footage on living/dying and fear, which totally resonated with me internally. …

This group offers an alternative to many enthusiastic francophiles eager to learn the language. This is your opportunity to start or continue learning French! These classes held online are relatively small but conducive to healthy exchanges while allowing personalized help from the instructor. Yes, students do get to converse with fellow students of the same level who are attending the class simultaneously. A native speaker with fifteen years of experience teaching in a French Lycée, I can help …

Tantra: The Art of Conscious Loving™ Come discover the power of Tantra as a healing art designed to awaken you to the pleasures of life. Learn to live your life by the principles of Tantra Yoga. At each moment you can experience love and oneness with all things. Tantra is a lifestyle. You can call it a mindfulness practice or you can call it the practice of bringing the Divine into everyday experiences from the most mundane moments to the peaks of ecstasy, the path of Tantra allows you to bring …

Group description for meet up group Join award-winning photographer Rick Friedman for Boston Photo Meetups and learn how to create with your DSLR! This meet up group is open to all levels of photographers with a passion to learn how to create better images. Come and join in for one of his photo meetups, where we will explore the graphic and unique perspectives of the city. Learn how light and exposure can dramatically enhance your images. Rick leads a number of Location Lighting Workshops in the …

This group was organized for all who are interested in internal arts of Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Nei Gong and meditation. I Liq Chuan is an internal Chinese martial art system based on principles of Zen and Tai Chi. Literally translated, the name means "mind-body fist" or alternatively "mental-physical boxing." Often referred to as the "Martial Art of Awareness" due to its emphasis on mindfulness training as the foundation for achieving martial skill. Training in I Liq Chuan improves mental focus, calm …

Kabbalah — the world’s oldest body of spiritual wisdom — contains the long-hidden keys to the secrets of the universe as well as the keys to the mysteries of the human heart and soul. Kabbalistic teachings explain the complexities of the material and the nonmaterial universe, as well as the physical and metaphysical nature of all humanity. Kabbalah shows in detail, how to navigate that vast terrain in order to remove every form of chaos, pain, and suffering. For thousands of years, the great kab …

Meet with local wingmen and RSD coaches in your area to discuss meeting and attracting women. And then go out to bars and clubs to practice what you've learned! RSD Inner Circle was created to enrich the RSD experience overall and for those who wish to integrate RSD more into their daily lives. Imagine what meeting regularly with others in the RSD community could do for your game, and for your life! RSD Inner Circle will provide opportunities to enhance various aspects of a member’s social, men …

It is about time there was a space where teacher could come together, engage in dialogue and share ideas with teacher and education enthusiasts from different schools around the area. If you are a teacher, or you just love to talk teaching... join us!

Your mobile development a little- listless?  Your Rails lost some of its groove? Then join us and meet other technology enthusiasts as we explore a different technology every month.  Each month our group will focus on learning a different technology (i.e programming language, framework, development tool, concept (OOP, cloud computing) etc,...) and together review that technology with experts and teachers at our monthly Meetup.  In between Meetups there will be hack sessions where we gather and w …

The Sufi Order International of Greater Boston is devoted to meditation instruction, spiritual growth, and the teachings of Hazrat Inayat Khan, Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan, and Pir Zia Inayat Khan. It sponsors classes and events occurring around southeastern New England at a number of locations: a constellation of lights. It is a branch of the Sufi Order International, an interfaith international organization. "Thus the ultimate purpose for which the soul is seeking every moment of our life, is our …

Real mom's who shop at Target, Marshall's, TJ Maxx, look for sales for their kiddos (and themselves), and who are "real" down-to-earth ladies. We want moms who are fun, a little sassy, outgoing and looking to build life long friendships.  This group is focused on moms who work from home or away from home, are married or single mamas, and are unable to attend the typical daytime mommy meet ups that seem to be common around this area. We understand busy schedules and the work load of a working mom …

The Greater Boston Free School is an experimental collective of teachers and students who offer classes to the public. Our title comes from a family of birds that is social, non-hierarchical, and intelligent in nature; these qualities guide our efforts. The college runs on anarchic, decentralized, voluntary, self-managed, and horizontal principles, and we provide an open-ended framework for a non-hierarchical, informal, yet still academically rigorous class structure. We are getting our meetup …

No matter how delicious we can try to make meditation sound in order to tempt you into meditating, this is a fruit that is meant to be eaten and not just described. In the end, it is not for anyone else but you yourself. Meditation removes the blindfold, the darkness that covers our eyes from the truth. Meditation generates the inner light that gives us vision to see just what is really happening around us. When you attain true bliss and happiness inside yourself through meditation, you will f …

Summary This meetup offers free classes and tours. Prior skiing or skating experience is required. Skating skill, social interaction and touring are the goals of this group. Skating too fast for conditions and racing are expressly prohibited. Plan Meet Sunday mornings through 4/20 at 4am when the lanes and sidewalks are ice free and mostly dry, and forecast to stay that way until 8am, at MIT in front of 77 Massachusetts Avenue All competent skiers are accepted as the groups will split up: Beginn …

What I will be teaching you, you already know. All of us have a body in which we experience and interact with life. But have you ever thought about how our body is really just the house for our soul? Inside us reside the images and narratives of who we are- everything that has ever happened to us. The idea behind my original creation, Fusion-Improvisation, is that if we can engage and refine the vessel we call body, there is no limit to how we can reveal our souls. When we are skilled with our b …

Do you like international foods? Do you want to improve your cooking skills? This group can help you explore cuisines of the world and teach you how to create new dishes. We will explore foods from Japan, Thailand, India, Italy, China, Spain, and many other countries. We will emphasize healthful ingredients, and we’ll aim for traditional and creative recipes. This group is for:  • Beginning cooks who want to learn about international cuisine. • Experienced cooks who enjoy sharing their love of f …

"Is personal evolution possible? We explore the ideas, exercises, practical and inner work and movements (sacred dance) of G.I. Gurdjieff & J.G. Bennett"   Our various aims are - To help each other establish a personal practice. - To serve as a doorway to others who wish to learn about the Work.   - To explore the concepts and exercises of Fourth Way / Bennett / Gurdjieff and other teachers.     - To explore the Gurdjieff movements.   Recommended reading: GI Gurdjieff: All and Everything, Meetin …

One Heart Zen: Learn & join in Zen Meditation (Zazen) near Union Square. Whether you are a long time practitioner, a recent beginner, or just thinking about it, you are welcome. Weekday mornings, Monday through Friday at 6:50AM for 40 minutes. Wednesday evenings from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM for zazen instruction, zazen, and talks and discussions on Zen and Buddhist practice. I’m John. I’ve been living in this neighborhood for 17 years and sitting zazen for 40 years. A somewhat unorthodox Soto Zen Pri …

PSK (Public Speaking for Kids) is a group of global volunteers who teach children 8-18 public speaking skills.  Volunteers who learn the PSK curriculum and meet all the other PSK program standards will qualify to teach at PSK schools.  If your expertise is in administration, marketing or sales, there will be roles opening up for volunteers to lead PSK programs in local districts. PSK provides an easy way for volunteers who have a passion to help kids to become top communicators and leaders.  It’ …