A group for people who practice a lifestyle of simplicity and renunciation of worldly pleasures.
A group for those who practice Buddhism within the Chinese culture, combining the teachings of the Buddha with Chinese folk religion and Confucianism.
A group for followers of Dharmaguptaka Buddhism, a Mahayana school which emphasizes the importance of merit and the interdependence of all life.
A group for those interested in a modern interpretation of Buddhist teachings which emphasizes social, political & environmental responsibility.
A group for those interested in the Friends of the Western Buddhist Order, which combines traditional Buddhist teachings with contemporary culture.


A group for those who practice the Hinayana or lesser vehicle, an early form of Buddhism about personal spiritual progress & attainment of nirvana.
A group for those who practice Hinduism, a diverse set of beliefs, traditions and practices that emphasize the interconnectedness of all life.
A group for those who practice Buddhism within the Indian culture, a combination of the teachings of the Buddha and Hinduism.
A group for those who follow the ancient religion of Jainism, which emphasizes non-violence, compassion, and the pursuit of knowledge.
A group for those who practice Buddhism within Japanese culture, combining teachings of the Buddha with Shinto and traditional beliefs.


A group for followers of the Mahayana school of Buddhism, a later form of Buddhism emphasizing the Bodhisattva ideal of helping all sentient beings.
A group for followers of the Mulasarvastivada school of Buddhism, a Mahayana school emphasizing karma and the interdependence of all life.
A group for those interested in a modern interpretation of Buddhist teachings which emphasizes self-reflection, mindfulness, & personal growth.
A group for those who practice Buddhism within the Newar culture, combining the teachings of the Buddha with Hindu and animistic beliefs.
A group for those who practice the esoteric Buddhism of Shingon, a Japanese school which emphasizes the power of ritual and mantra.


A group for followers of the Theravada school of Buddhism, an early form of Buddhism emphasizing spiritual progress & the attainment of nirvana.
A group for those who practice Buddhism within Tibetan culture, combining teachings of the Buddha with Bon, an ancient animistic religion.
A group for followers of the Vajrayana school of Buddhism, a later form of Buddhism which emphasizes the power of ritual and mantra.
A group for those interested in interpretations of Buddhist teachings emphasizing an integration of Buddhist principles into the Western world.
A group for those who practice the Zen school of Buddhism, a Japanese school which emphasizes meditation and self-reflection.


A group for those practicing the indigenous religion of Japan, Shintoism, emphasizing the sacred power of nature & the interconnectivity of all life.
A group for those who practice the ancient Chinese religion of Taoism, which emphasizes living in harmony with the natural order of the universe.
A group for those who practice the vegan lifestyle, which eliminates all animal products from the diet and lifestyle.
A group for those who practice the vegetarian lifestyle, which eliminates all meat products from the diet.
A group for people looking to improve their mental health and well-being through relaxation and calming techniques.


A group for individuals interested in cultivating a mindful practice utilizing traditional Chinese martial arts.
A group for those seeking to combine physical exercise and spiritual awareness through postures and breathing exercises.

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