Useful Links
Buddhist/Contemplative Psychotherapy
Karuna Institute, Devon, England, UK
Core Process Psychotherapy was developed by Maura and Franklyn Sills at the Institute, located in beautiful Dartmoor National Park in Devon, England.
Contemplative Psychotherapy at Naropa University, Boulder, CO, USA
Naropa University was founded by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche as a university that would combine contemplative studies with traditional Western scholastic and artistic disciplines.
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
The Colorado School of Energy Studies, Boulder, CO, USA
Widely deemed as the foremost Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy program in the USA.
Karuna Institute, Devon, England, UK
Franklyn Sills teaches at the 2-year Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy program here.
International Affiliation of Biodynamic Trainings (IABT), International
The IABT is an affiliation of training organizations that teach Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy based on the 50-day foundation course curriculum developed by Franklyn Sills and which confer the BCST designation to their graduates.
Structural Integration
The Rolf Institute, Boulder, CO, USA
Founded by Dr. Ida P. Rolf. One of the two schools that split off from the original school after the death of Dr. Rolf.
The Guild for Structural Integration, Boulder, CO, USA
Founded by Dr. Ida P. Rolf. One of the two schools that split off from the original school after the death of Dr. Rolf.
The Ida P. Rolf Library, Internet
Created and maintained by Pedro Prado, Rolfing faculty at the Brazilian Rolfing Association, this is a depository for literature related to Structural Integration.
Pilates
The Pilates Center, Boulder, CO, USA
Internationally renowned Pilates studio that offers the best in classial Pilates. The instructors here are not only highly trained in the method, but are also personally developed individuals who work with clients in a gentle, humanistic and genuine way. The Pilates Center is also highly respected as the world's foremost teacher training school for Pilates instructors.
Meditation and Retreats
Plum Village, France
A Buddhist monastery founded by Zen master and author, The Most Venerable Thich Nhat Hanh, as a center for mindfulness practice and retreats for monastics as well as lay people.
Karuna Institute, Devon, England, UK
The Karuna Institute offers Kum Nye meditation retreats on a regular basis. Kum Nye is a form of meditation with movement which helps to develop a deeper connection with the self. Especially helpful if sitting still for long periods is found to be difficult. It is also helpful in releasing physical and emotional tensions held within the body.
Contemplative Practices
The Yoga Workshop, Boulder, CO, USA
Founded by Richard Freeman, a highly regarded Ashtanga Yoga teacher in the tradition of K. Patthabi Jois of Mysore, India. Practising at this studio is an example of practising with Sangha. In addition to being dedicated Yoga practitioners, the instructors at this studio are living examples of mindful living.
Kyudo (Japanese archery) at Zenko Kyudojo, Boulder, CO, USA
Zenko Kyudojo was founded by kyudo master and imperial bowmaker Kanjuro Shibata XX and Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. Shibata sensei says that "Kyudo is meditation. The main point of kyudo practice is to polish your heart, deeply."
Kyudo (Japanese archery) at Meiji Jingu, Tokyo, Japan
Practise kyudo at one of Japan's most important shrines, the Meiji Jingu, located in a forest that covers an area of 700,000 square-meters (about 175 acres) in the center of Tokyo. The atmosphere is serene and solemn at the same time.
Wood-carving with Komazawa Seitou sensei, Hiroshima, Japan
General wood-carving and carving of Buddhist figures. Various classes available in the Hiroshima area.
Wood-carving of Buddhist figures with Ogasawara Yozo sensei, Zushi, Japan
Wood carvings of miniature boddhisattvas. Meet monthly at Zushi and Yokohama.
Other Interesting Links
Tawoo Taiko School, Tokyo, Japan
GOCOO Professional Taiko Band, Tokyo, Japan