This winter, join IDP for Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), the eight-week course developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn and the University of Massachusetts Medical School’s Center for Mindfulness.
Mindfulness is paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, without judgment. MBSR uses mindful movement, meditation, group discussion, and inquiry to teach students how to use mindfulness to relate differently to stress. The course teaches practical ways to integrate mindfulness into daily life and build and sustain a personal mindfulness practice.
Studies indicate that mindfulness-based stress reduction programs can reduce anxiety and increase general well-being and overall happiness.
Mindfulness can be successfully learned and practiced by people of all ages and backgrounds. No prior experience is necessary.
Class Details:
Each class session is 2.5 hours long, and the course includes an orientation session and an all-day class. Home practice support materials are included. Important dates below.
***Mandatory Orientation on January 23rd from 3-5:30pm
Fridays, 3pm-5:30pm
Orientation Jan 23
Class 1: Jan 30
Class 2: Feb 6
Class 3: Feb 13
Class 4: Feb 20
Class 5: Feb 27
Class 6: Mar 6
All Day: Mar 7
Class 7: Mar 13
Class 8: Mar 20
Space is limited. Please register early.
If you are unable to make the orientation, or missed the orientation and still wish to enroll, contact emily@theidproject.org. All students must receive orientation information and participate in an individual interview prior to attending Class 1.
Early Bird discount: register by January 16th: $300, $275 for IDP Monthly Members
After January 16th: $340, $320 for IDP Monthly Members
$275 for seniors and for students under the age of 26 with valid Student ID.
IDP and a very generous Member are co-sponsoring POC Scholarships for classes and special events. We are offering 2 scholarships for this course. If you identify as a Person of Color and would like to enroll in this class series, please contact kim@theidproject.org. For more information, visit http://theidproject.org/idpoc.
Course fee includes all materials and the full day practice day.