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Guidance and connection
Expert meditation
teachers to guide you
There’s nothing like having great guides in life. Our teachers have deep training and lived experience in a profound lineage rooted in ancient wisdom. They are here to share wisdom, answer your questions about practice and life, and support you as you walk your path.
Together, we thrive
Real relationships
with great teachers
As a Banyan member you have instant access to over 60 accomplished teachers. Our teachers aren’t distant gurus, they’re with you in community. This means you can build a kinship over time and also get personalized guidance on your practice and life situations.
Personalized guidance
It’s one thing to listen to dharma talks or read books from famous teachers. It’s another for a teacher to know you, your practice, and to answer your personal questions directly.
Powerful lineage
Our teachers aren’t just any teachers. They are trained in a powerful lineage of ancient Buddhist teachers. Many received instruction from Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach directly. Their wisdom and embodied experience is palpable.
Evolving practice
At different times, you may have different needs. As your practice evolves, you will benefit from being supported by different teachers each with their own strength and specialty.
Together, we thrive
Meet a few of our 60+ teachers
Many amazing teachers share their heart and wisdom at Banyan. Below are video introductions from just a few of them. We invite you to feel their invitation in what they share. And to explore the stories and backgrounds of all our teachers.
Eileen Tupaz
Luis Gil
Saraswati Pottekkatt
Alexa Redner
Many of our teachers have trained with one or more of these organisations:
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Your growth starts here
Teacher spotlight
Jodi Supanich
Luis Gil
PERSONAL GUIDANCE
Teachers in action
Our teachers are not sages on the stage. They are with you in community, walking the path, practicing together with you. At Banyan, they support you in a few different ways.
Wisdom
Teachers share what they’ve learned with you freely. This is profoundly powerful and helps bring you back to the wisdom you already carry in your own heart and mind.
Answers to questions
As a member, you can ask your deepest questions about practice and life, and receive heartfelt responses from teachers and other community members.
Mentorship
For those wanting even more support in their practice, Banyan teachers offer ongoing guidance and connection in small mentorship groups that meet regularly. It’s like having a teacher by your side always.
Testimonials
What our
members say
The teachers are the core of the magic of Banyan. We encourage you to explore and find the teachers that most resonate with you.
"I love my community. They are warm and supportive, especially when I feel most vulnerable. I have shared things with them in this space that I otherwise would not share with others."
Aishwarya
Missouri, USA
"I don't have anyone else in my world that I interact with on a regular basis that practices. Hearing how others incorporate mindfulness into their daily life is inspiring. I look forward to meeting each week."
Cameron
New York, USA
"Banyan helped me sustain my practice by remaining motivated to meditate daily. Increased my self-awareness. The group practices are a gift, a precious moment that has become necessary to my life."
Sophie
Switzerland
"Banyan gives me a sense of not being alone, finding like minded souls, being guided by talented teachers."
Hanno
United Arab Emirates
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teacher today
Find a teacher who resonates and join a community that will welcome you with open arms.
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