Mindfulness, Compassion, Community, Buddhism
Youth ages 3-18 years, all are welcome
Classes run October through May, 9:45-11:30am
NEW SCHEDULE of consecutive-week classes with breaks between terms.
2026 Fall term: Sept 27 – Nov 8 2027 Winter term: Jan 24 – Feb 28 2027 Spring term: April 4 – May 2
The 2026-2027 calendar is here.
TUITION
Members: $150 for 1 child, $100 for each additional child. This price covers the entire year (all three terms).
Non-members: $250 for 1 child, $125 for each additional child. This price covers the entire year (all three term).
Tuition assistance is available. Please don’t let finances be a barrier! You can request tuition assistance on the registration form.
Contact if you have any questions!
More about Dharma School:
Dharma School is for children and young people ages 3-18 years who are interested in Buddhism.
Through stories and songs, art projects and games, discussions and ritual, children in our Dharma School are offered opportunities to deepen their understanding of themselves, the teachings of Buddhism, and the practice of the Dharma in their daily lives. We strive to navigate a Middle Way between a sense of the sacred, mysterious, and ceremonial, and light-hearted songs-and-games. Children learn tools for tackling the deeper questions and have fun being part of a community.
We also offer a Parents’ Group for parents of Dharma School students. Parents’ Group offers an opportunity to explore parenting as a Zen Buddhist practice, and the possibilities of home practice. This is a time to share our experiences and to sit together. Acknowledging the validity of the spiritual path that parents are on is an important part of supporting our children. This group is drop in; there’s no need to register separately for it.
We do not require that either the family or the child identify as Buddhist. We do ask that children have parental consent, that they are interested in Buddhism, and are willing to participate fully. We also ask that youth register for the entire year. Having a stable group helps classes run more smoothly and fosters a sense of community. Parents who are interested in Buddhism are encouraged to participate in Dharma Rain adult programs.
Our teachers are all volunteers who are established members at the center. We do our best to be inclusive and accomodating, but we appreciate your understanding and patience in areas in which we may not be able to meet every individual’s needs.
For further information, contact YouthCouncil@Dharma-Rain.org.
More about financial assistance:
Please don’t let finances be a barrier to your participation! Dharma Rain has tuition assistance to allow families to participate in Youth and Family Programs who might not otherwise be able to. All tuition assistance applicants decide what portion of the tuition they will contribute. Tuition assistnace is awarded on a first come, first served basis. You can apply for it when you register for Dharma School. Please contact for questions.
Students are divided into the following groups:
Preschool and Kindergarten: 2.5-6 yr olds
Willow: 1st – 2nd grade
Dogwood: 3rd – 4th grade
Cedar: 5th – 8th grade
Doug Fir: 8th – 12th grade