Open Way Mindfulness Center is a multi-use facility in Missoula Montana. Home to Open Way Sangha, the Center also hosts many other community classes and events year-round.

Our sangha is in the Zen based tradition of the Order of Interbeing, part of a world-wide network of communities inspired by the teachings and practices of Thich Nhat Hanh.

Open Way is located at 702 Brooks in Missoula.  And check out our sister sanghas, Flowing Mountains in Helena and Open Sky in Kalispell.   

Spring Retreat!

Save the Date! May 3rd-6th will be the Open Way sanghas spring retreat, Cultivating the Mind of True Love, at the Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp in Lakeside, MT. Dharma teachers, and husband & wife, Larry and Peggy Ward will be joining us. Recommended reading: Love's Garden by Larry & Peggy Ward.

The retreat will start on Thursday evening and end on Sunday afternoon. The Lutheran Camp is a beautiful facility right on the Flathead Lake! We will practice sitting & walking meditation, listen to dharma talks, have mindful meals together and so much more. It is such a wonderful opportunity to be able to practice with community - we hope you can join us!

Lodging options are varied. Most rooms will sleep 4 people and have their own bathrooms attached. There are very limited single rooms available, you will need to call to reserve. Couples rooms are available as well. You are also welcome to bring a tent or camper. If you have certain needs please call Nicole. All lodging options will be $195 (private rooms will be $225, but you must call to reserve). Scholarships and payment plans are available, please inquire for more information.

All meals will be provided and are vegetarian, with some non-dairy options. We may be able to accommodate other dietary needs, please inquire for more information.

Registration will open in early March - prompt sign up is strongly recommended, this retreat will fill up quickly.

For more info feel free to call Nicole at 406-327-8408 or email musicalnomads [at] yahoo [dot] com. You can also check out www.thelotusinstitute.squarespace.come for more info on our teachers. And for more info on the Flathead Lutheran Camp go to www.flatheadlutherancamp.com

SAMPLE SCHEDULE:
Friday and Saturday

6:00am Wake Up 6:30am Sitting and Walking Meditation
Reading or Sutra Service
8:15am Silent Breakfast
9:00am Community Meeting
9:15am Work Meditation or Personal Practice
10:30am Dharma Talk
12:00pm Outdoor Walking Meditation
12:30pm Silent Lunch
1:30-3:30pm Personal Time
3:30-4:45pm Dharma Discussion Groups
5:00pm Deep Relaxation or Earth Touchings
5:45pm Sitting Meditation
6:00pm Silent Dinner
7:30pm Mindfulness Training Panel or Q & A
8:30pm Mindful Movements
8:40pm Sitting and Walking Meditation
9:30pm End of Evening