Mindfulness at Ramapo College

Learning to Meditate One Day Retreat
2019-09-14 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | NJ
Come learn the basics of how to meditate, or more experienced mediators can deepen their practice. Pause, quiet your mind and body and cultivate balance and learn ways to deal with your stressors.
Learn how mindfulness meditation can help us be more present in all of the moments of our lives. Together we will explore mindfulness meditation practices that can help us relate to every moment in our lives with compassion and kindness.
Learn how meditation is different from relaxation and the power of mindfulness meditation in building awareness, focus and concentration.
Please bring a yoga mat if you have one and dress in layers as the rooms can sometimes get cool. Please bring your own lunch and drink.
For more information and registration, please visit our website

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction 8-Week Course
2019-09-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Anisfield School of Business Room 420, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, 07430, United States
Grounded in science, MBSR is the most widely researched mind-body program in the world. Participants in this eight-session Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course will gain a first hand introduction to mindfulness practices involving breathing and gentle body movements and methods for incorporating mindfulness practices into their everyday life and work. This program, which originated at the Center for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, has been on the cutting edge of mind/body integration medicine for 30 years. This unique technique helps participants develop an awareness of their bodies and their emotions and facilitates their ability to thoughtfully respond instead of react to situations.

The course is led by Catherine Krame, and runs Wednesdays from September 18 to November 13 (No class on October 9th) from 7pm-9:30pm in ASB 420. It includes an all-day retreat on Saturday, November 2 from 9am-4pm.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction 8-Week Course
2019-09-20 09:00 - 11:30 | Anisfield School of Business Room 420, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, 07430, United States
Grounded in science, MBSR is the most widely researched mind-body program in the world. Participants in this eight-session Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course will gain a first hand introduction to mindfulness practices involving breathing and gentle body movements and methods for incorporating mindfulness practices into their everyday life and work. This program, which originated at the Center for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, has been on the cutting edge of mind/body integration medicine for 30 years. This unique technique helps participants develop an awareness of their bodies and their emotions and facilitates their ability to thoughtfully respond instead of react to situations.

The course is led by Ken Verni, PsyD, and runs Fridays from September 20 to June 14 (No class on September 27th) from 9am-11:30pm in ASB 420. It includes an all-day retreat on Saturday, November 2 from 9am-4pm.

“The Power of Mindful Self-Compassion For Emotional Well-Being” with Chris Germer
2019-09-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Sharp Theatre Berrie Center, Ramapo College 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, 07430
Booking signing at 6:30pm.
Self-compassion is the art of caring for ourselves with the same kindness and understanding as we might care for a dear friend. Burgeoning research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional wellbeing; reduced stress, anxiety and depression; maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise; and satisfying personal relationships.Fortunately, self-compassion can be learned by anyone.
Dr. Germer is a pioneer in the field of self-compassion and co-developer of the Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC)training program that has been taught to over 60,000 people. He will provide an overview of the theory and research on self-compassion and why self-compassion matters – why it is suddenly so popular throughout the world. He will also offer guidelines and simple skills for bringing self-compassion into our daily lives.
This lecture is open to the general public. Healthcare professionals and mindfulness practitioners will learn key principles and practices that can be integrated into their personal and professional lives.
Cost: $20 Community/Free for Current Ramapo Faculty, Staff & Students with id at the door.
Please note, we are unable to give refunds if you are unable to attend for any reason.
Register Here

Mindfulness at Wellness Wednesday in collaboration with Ramapo Wellness Coalition
2019-09-25 12:00 - 14:00 | The Grove, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ, 07430, United States
In collaboration with the Ramapo Wellness Coalition, the Mindfulness at Ramapo College will be hosting Mindfulness at Wellness Wednesday for Ramapo faculty, staff and students on Wednesday, September 25 with a labyrinth walk, and open and guided meditations from 12 to 2 p.m. Find us at the Grove. No registration required, just stop by.

Qigong and the Science of Resilience: Ancient and Modern Tools for Inner Strength with Bethany Ryker, LMT, IIQTC
2019-10-05 14:00 - 17:00 | Anisfield School of Business Room 420, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, 07430, United States
Qigong, China’s ancient system of energy medicine, often referred to as “Meditation in Motion”, promotes balance and flow of Qi — life force energy. By combining Qigong practices with evidence-based tools from Cognitive Neuroscience, we fortify our capacity for resilience: the foundation for durable inner strength in a challenging world.
The workshop will be led by Bethany Ryker, LMT, IIQTC. She is an Integral Qigong and Tai Chi Instructor, bodyworker and longtime staff member at the Omega Institute dedicated to teaching self-care and empowerment.

MSC Five-Day Mindful Self-Compassion Intensive
2020-01-12 - 2020-01-17 | NJ, United States
The full eight-session MSC curriculum can be experienced in an intensive format, usually consisting of an introductory evening, four full days of training, and a final morning of training and closing. As the name suggests, an MSC intensive is a deep dive into the practice of self-compassion. While it can be emotionally challenging, concentrated practice allows you to immerse yourself more deeply in MSC and experience its transformative potential.

Orientation to Ramapo Yoga Teacher Certification Program
2020-01-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2020-03-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2020-04-21 18:00 - 19:00 | ASB 420

Weekly Wednesday Evening Meditation Sessions
2020-02-05 17:30 - 18:30 | NJ
Learn to meditate or expand your meditation practice at these partially guided free evening meditations for experienced or beginners in Northern NJ.
Online Guided Meditation

All Levels Yoga Class-Free!
2020-02-24 10:00 - 11:00 | ASB 420

MBSR 8-WEEK COURSE ORIENTATION
2020-03-25 19:00 - 21:00 | ONLINE, Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/192834715

Weekly Day Meditation Sessions
2020-09-23 17:30 - 18:15 | NJ
Wednesdays 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM – with Punita Thaker
Learn to meditate or expand your meditation practice at these partially guided weekly day mindfulness meditations for experienced or beginners at Ramapo College in Northern NJ.
Register at https://www.ramapo.edu/mindfulness/weekly-meditations/
Registration is free, your donations allow us to continue to bring this program to all.
Online Guided Meditations

YOGA CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS INFORMATION SESSIONS
2021-01-13 17:00 - 18:00 | NJ
Join us for a free Information Session on Wednesday,January 13, 5:00-6:00 pm at Link. Class starts on February 1!
Consider becoming a yoga teacher and begin the 200 Hour Certification program now. Ramapo is a Registered Yoga Alliance School. For more information, call 201-684-7370 or visit www.ramapo.edu/mindfulness/yogaprograms/

Thanksgiving Meditation
2022-11-16 12:15 - 13:00 | York Room, Birch Mansion, 505 Ramapo Valley Rd
Thanksgiving Meditation
Wednesday, November 16 | 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm
In the York Room, Birch Mansion
The whole Ramapo community – students, faculty, staff, alumni – are invited to come and share thanksgiving and gratitude in a guided meditation.
Refreshments available and welcome.
